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At Home WithJack Becker amp Lester Katz
DIYRiver Stone Fireplace
Fort CalhounFrom Pioneers to Prosciutto
ThreadsHot Textile Trends
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OmahaHome contents januaryfebruary 2015
departments H7 Editorrsquos Letter
H8 Architectural Styles Italianate
H10 DIY River Stone Fireplace
H16 Sandyrsquos Makeover Thrifting Dreams
H22 Neighborhood Profile Fort Calhoun
H40 Room Bank Vault Closet
H 42 Hot Products The Art of Tea
H 44 Transformations Livable Luxury
features H12 Threads
The Hottest Textile Trends
H18 If We Had Only Thought of Thathellip Top Ten Add-ons When Building
H30 At Home With Jack Becker and Lester Katz
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OmahaHome from the editor
I TrsquoS THAT TIME OF year when we are putting our homes back in order after the holiday season Itrsquos a great time
to fluff and spruce things up as well as add some light and bright colors into your home Fun pillows or throws are a wonderful way to add a fresh look without changing what you already have
I love this time to re-arrange and add some spice to my deacutecor For one idea check out my project on page H16 to see how an ordinary home item that we all have at our doorstep
(literally and figuratively) can inspire you and allow your imagination to run wild For me itrsquos not so much ldquoout-with-the-old in-with-the-newrdquo in the New Year but perhaps more a desire to bring new life to something tired or mundane Hey A doormat need not always remain the doormat of a home
I think yoursquoll find several fresh ideas in these pages for livening things up around the house From the hottest textile styles to a list of all those cool things yoursquoll want to build into your house before you build your house this issue should help you get this year off to the right start
So get out there and get inspired to do something fun in your home Maybe if yoursquore like me yoursquoll be able to look right underneath your feet for something that might inspire youOmahaHome
SandySandy Besch-MatsonContributing EditorOmahaHomeSandybeschomahapublicationscom
ldquoWhen the past is recaptured by the imagination breath
is put back into liferdquo mdashMarguerite Duras
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The historic but quickly fading Bettison Mansion near Ashland Neb
H8 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome architectural stylesstory by robert nelson bull photography by bill sitzmann
Italianate At the Foundation of Nebraska
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H9
THE SPARE LINES OF General Crookrsquos frontier military home at Fort Omaha (Metro Community
College) donrsquot quite do justice to the Italianate form The most regal Italianate homes in Nebraskarsquos early days were built to send a message Itrsquos possible to thrive in the ldquoGreat American Desertrdquo and dangit wersquore here to stay
The list of Nebraska homes on the National Register of Historic Places is peppered with these tall stately boxes with flat roofs topped with square cupolas Most famous perhaps are the Butler Gillespie and Kennard houses near the Nebraska State Capitol in Lincoln In photos from around 1870 the three homes tower over empty prairie and a mostly paper town ldquoThey were built by promoters of Lincoln to say to people lsquoWe have confidence in this new town you should toorsquordquo says Jim Potter author and senior research historian for the Nebraska State Historical Society ldquoAll across the state you see town boosters using that big bold style to send a message about their townrdquo
Just to the west of Omaha on a hill south-east of Ashland not far from Mahoney State Park sits a long-silent relic of the early days of statehood The Bettison Mansion built in 1874 from limestone quarried near South Bend Neb has been in decline for decades and abandoned since the late 1990s Still preservationists continue to hope that some-one will buy and restore the fortress-like struc-ture ldquoItrsquos a special place not one that anyone would want to see lostrdquo Potter says
(For more information on the house visit ashlandhistoricalsocietyorg)
An Italianate field Guidebull Low-pitched or flat roofbull Balanced symmetrical
rectangular shapebull Tall appearance with two
three or four storiesbull Wide overhanging eaves with
brackets and cornicesbull Square cupolabull Porch topped with balustraded balconies
bull Tall narrow double-paned win-dows with hood moldings
bull Side bay windowbull Heavily molded double doorsbull Roman or segmented arches
above windows and doors
The Italianate style began in England in the 1840s For the previous two centuries English homes tended to be formal and classical in style Builders began to mimic the more fan-ciful design elements of Italian Renaissance villas Like Queen Anne and other architec-ture styles when the Italianate movement came to the United States it was reinterpreted again to create a uniquely American style
Italianate forms were fading from fash-ion along the coasts of the United States by the early 1870s But styles tended to arrive and stay later on the frontier Italianate houses were being built in Nebraska well into the 1880s OmahaHome
W HEN KURT AND BETH Bratches moved to Omaha from Connecticut just
over a year ago one of their must-haves was a home with a fireplace ldquoI grew up with a fireplacerdquo says Kurt owner of All Things Home a remodeling service
A former day trader Kurt and his family would often escape the buzz of Wall Street in
River Stone Fireplace
H10 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome dbullibullystory by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
the serene calm of the Adirondack Mountains where cozy lodge rooms were commanded by roaring stone fireplaces The Bratches chan-neled their vacation nostalgia as the focal point of the living room in their warm and inviting Country Club home
Built in 1932 the home needed a few updates ldquoThe fireplace was tragicrdquo Kurt says ldquoI tore everything outrdquo Beth an inte-rior designer with The Designers came up with the design
ldquoI always think itrsquos important to let the house speak to you a little bitrdquo she says ldquoThe paneling is not something we would have chosen I think it was done in the 60s but when you look at design thatrsquos kind of coming back Letrsquos just replicate that design there so it goes with the houserdquo she says
ldquoThe key is to update it without taking away the character and integrity of the houserdquo Kurt says He first used a hand chisel to take out the existing hearth ldquoThat was the un-fun part of it Itrsquos messyrdquo He then built the box and the surround For the mantle he used a piece of reclaimed cedar from a friendrsquos barn in Connecticut
He used mason screws to secure the box to the masonry ldquoThe idea is to put your fasteners on a spot that can be hiddenrdquo Kurt then used a sheet of birch over the top ldquoI laid it up like a frame and then I put the pieces in between it and framed it all outrdquo he says He finished it with crown molding and gave it a coat of satin paint ldquoSatin gives it a nice patinardquo
A tip from a pro Kurt first taped the dimensions of the fireplace on the floor to experiment with the stonersquos placement like putting together a puzzle ldquoThatrsquos how I figured out where everything was going to gordquo he says
The entire project cost $400 and took about a week to do ldquoYou buy quality lumber It just comes out betterrdquo he says
The cedar for the mantle wasnrsquot the only material that took a circuitous route to Omaha The Bratches collected the proj-ectrsquos river stones from such sites as the Long Island Sound Rhode Islandrsquos Block Island and Omaharsquos Standing Bear Lake One of the stones stands out among all others The one engraved with the word ldquohomerdquo was a gift from their daughter
The Bratchesrsquo self-styled river stone fire-place now serves as a visual collection of some of their favorite memorieshellipa love story writ-ten in stone OmahaHome
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H11
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Threads The Hottest Textile Trends
T HE FALL HIGH POINT Furniture Market was a mecca for the most seasoned of style-spotters We checked in with the professionals at Interiors
Joan amp Associates to learn more about the hottest textile trendsmdashand the technologies behind the manufacture of the fabrics that add both texture and timeliness to your decor OmahaHome
Odalisqueby Pollack
ldquoFamed furniture and boat designer Matthias Pliessnig also dabbles on occasion in textile art This dimen-sional fabric in a silkacrylic blend melds woodland themes with graceful nautical curves in evoking a soothingly organic motifrdquo Karie Boggs Allied ASID
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OmahaHome featurestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
Topsy Turvyby Architex
ldquoMade from recycled poly-ester this eco-friendly fabric boasts a patented Crypton finish that makes this tex-tile all but impervious to stains odors and mildew With great durability and light-fastness this fun fabric would be a good choice for heavy-use applications like pet beds and kidsrsquo booster seatsrdquo Karie Boggs Allied ASID
Pallas Faux Furby Zinc
ldquoSubtle markings and beautiful natural coloring create a luxuriously tactile experience in this faux fur Try this fabric on throw pillows to give a room just the right punch of dramardquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H13
Dietyby Pollack
ldquoA true labor of love this silkcottonpoly blend uses a global village approach in its creation Handcrafted in India the pattern is first blocked in one village before being handed off to crafts-women in another who do the accent stitching Artisans in yet a third village apply the mirrored inlaysrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
Breathe Velvet Wild Flowerby Black Edition
ldquoThis work of art was cre-ated by Jessica Zoob The acclaimed British impres-sionist has been featured in countless home and design magazines and one of her most recent commissions is for a palace in Dubai Here her dappled paint strokes form a variegated composi-tion that is at once subtle and dramaticrdquo Beth Settles Allied ASID
Knightby Zinc
ldquoGlass beadsmdashvirtually zillions of themmdashare embed-ded in this metallic weave fabric The play of light and shadow creates a dazzlingly sensual treat in a texture that is still somehow remarkably soft to the touch This one is great for headboards cornice boards or oversized pillowsrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Incognitus Gildedby Concertex
ldquoThis metalized vinyl wonder may not be bullet-proof but itrsquos the next clos-est thing when it comes to homes with young children Crayons No prob Ballpoint ink A breeze Those dreaded Sharpies Thought you had us on that one didnrsquot you Just wipe with a dry clothrdquoKarie Boggs Allied ASID
Hopby Dedar Milano
ldquoThis 100 cotton fabric is best used on vertical surfaces Try this or any of the complementary hues in this line for the oval back of a chair or other accent piece Be sure to team it with a solid seat fabric that anchors the tone so as to deliver visual impact in small but powerful dosesrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
OmahaHome feature
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H15
Kashmir Leafby Colefax and Fowler
ldquoEvoking an updated tree of life this beautifully embroi-dered linencottonviscose blend features a bold vine motif that is reminiscent of paisley This textile is par-ticularly suitable for decora-tive applications including draperiesrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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OmahaHome sandys makeoverstory by sandy besch-matson bull photography by bill sitzmann
T HIS QUICK AND VERSATILE weekend project from my day-thrifting turned out to be the
perfect storage solution for my little gems
WHAT YOUrsquoLL NEEDbull A piece of recycled furniturebull Patterned doormatbull Sandpaperbull Paintbull Sponge rollersbull Sealer
INSTRUCTIONSbull Remove hardwarebull Rough up the surface with
sandpaper taking the sheen offbull Select a paint that works best on
wood ProClassic from Sherwin Williams is a good choice
bull Use a sponge roller for painting the wood for a smooth finish Several coats works best
bull Center the doormat mat on the surfacebull Using spray paint apply several
light coats from all anglesbull Use spray sealer or a roll-on
sealer to the desired look bull Spice it up with some new hardware
Donrsquot throw away that now trashed door-mat just yet You can create a similar vibe in making dramatic wall art on wood panels
This time I went with a rich stain as the base of the artwork And donrsquot forget that your most hardware stores will cut a panel into four uniform pieces Stain the wood after sanding and rounding the corners just a bit Assemble the panels as though they were one contiguous piece again position your mat accordingly and get to work with your spray paint and sealer The needs of each space will vary but yoursquoll want to hang the panels with at least a two-inch gap between each panel OMAG
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H17
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If We Had Only Thought of Thathellip Ten Add-ons to
Consider in Your
New Home Before
itrsquos Too Late
A STITCH IN TIME SAVES ninerdquo But in the homebuild-ing world the old saying
might sound more like ldquoAn additional nine or so electrical outlets added before your new home is finished in time will save you from a lot of frustration and probably quite a few additional expenditures and certainly will ultimately reduce the number of petty argu-ments with your spouserdquo
You can decide which phrase is catchier The point If yoursquore building a new home take extra care to think of every possible place you could use an extra outlet spigot light switch drain jack closet or bowling alley before those walls are finished
ldquoItrsquos pretty frustrating if you have to go back in to add stuff right after you move inrdquo says Joe Rongisch owner of Vantage Design amp Construction in Omaha ldquoItrsquos doubly frus-trating when you realize how much more it costs to do it afterwardsrdquo
For example electrical outlets cost about $75 a piece to install as a home is being built To install an outlet after a home is completed usually runs more than $200 Rongisch says
With this in mind here are 10 common features you may want to consider before the drywall crew gets to your new home OmahaHome
H18 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome featurestory by robert nelson
Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more photos of the
Marjorie K Daugherty Conservatory
Outlets in the closets
Rechargeable vacuums are handy
but they need a place to hide
Outlets in the bathroom
cabinets These allow you to hide
those electric toothbrushes
and razors
Extra electric outlets in the garage Yoursquoll probably feel the need to add some sort of workstation to your garage as time goes on Yoursquoll need outlets for that Also the cool kids on the block increasingly have televisions and refrigerators in their garage
Man Cave necessities And while yoursquore brainstorming guys consider these items for the basement Think of extra outlets plumbing for a wet bar outlets for alternate or multiple television positions (yes some guys are turning basements into sports bars) man mood lighting (for no better term) speaker niches and trophy and memorabilia shelving
Garbage disposal for your wet bar
(Or outlet for a later wet bar)
If you entertain those spent limes
and other fun foods could clog drains
1
2
3
4 5
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H19
Lights under kitchen cabinets You donrsquot want to be dicing food in the dark
Pull out drawers in any empty spaces
Homeowners never wish they had less
storage space
A window in the garage Once you start working in the garage yoursquoll
quickly realize you need more light and more air movement
in that space
A water spigot in the garage Yoursquoll want to
be washing cars and cleaning the
grease and dirt off the garage floor
Simple enough but itrsquos often one of those amenities
overlooked until it is needed
Lights in the closets It helps to be able to see
the coat you want to wear
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8
7
9
10
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OmahaHome feature
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H21
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From Pioneers to Prosciutto Fort Calhoun is on the rise
H22 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome neighborhood profilestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
U NTIL NOT THAT VERY long ago the only major rumbling in Fort Calhoun was the result of the teeth-shattering vibrations made by a never-end-
ing parade of 18-wheelers lumbering through town along the busy commercial corridor that is Highway 75
ldquoStraightening picture frames is a daily chore here at the museumrdquo explains Julie Ashton director of the Washington County Historical Association ldquoWe go through the space to straighten things that forever seem to be just a little out of whackrdquo gt
The rolling hills above Fort Calhoun offer spectacular vistas
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H23
Joel and Scarlett Odvody
Becky and Penelope Odvody
H24 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome neighborhood profile
lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H25
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wwwrainbowartisticglasscom
Shatter the ordinarybull Design custom installations
(kitchen amp bath tiles sinks stained glass windows)bull Install glass for cabinet doorsbull Hold team building workshopsbull Rent kiln time amp studio space
Mon - Thurs 10 am to 530 pm bull Fri 10 am to 5 pm bull Sat 10 am to 4 pm Closed on Sundays
3709 S 138 St Omaha NE 68144402-330-7676rainbowglassgmailcom
wwwrainbowartisticglasscom
Shatter the ordinarybull Design custom installations
(kitchen amp bath tiles sinks stained glass windows)bull Install glass for cabinet doorsbull Hold team building workshopsbull Rent kiln time amp studio space
Mon - Thurs 10 am to 530 pm bull Fri 10 am to 5 pm bull Sat 10 am to 4 pm Closed on Sundays
3709 S 138 St Omaha NE 68144402-330-7676rainbowglassgmailcom
wwwrainbowartisticglasscom
Shatter the ordinarybull Design custom installations
(kitchen amp bath tiles sinks stained glass windows)bull Install glass for cabinet doorsbull Hold team building workshopsbull Rent kiln time amp studio space
Mon - Thurs 10 am to 530 pm bull Fri 10 am to 5 pm bull Sat 10 am to 4 pm Closed on Sundays
3709 S 138 St Omaha NE 68144402-330-7676rainbowglassgmailcom
wwwrainbowartisticglasscom
Shatter the ordinarybull Design custom installations
(kitchen amp bath tiles sinks stained glass windows)bull Install glass for cabinet doorsbull Hold team building workshopsbull Rent kiln time amp studio space
Mon - Thurs 10 am to 530 pm bull Fri 10 am to 5 pm bull Sat 10 am to 4 pm Closed on Sundays
3709 S 138 St Omaha NE 68144402-330-7676rainbowglassgmailcom
wwwrainbowartisticglasscom
Shatter the ordinarybull Design custom installations
(kitchen amp bath tiles sinks stained glass windows)bull Install glass for cabinet doorsbull Hold team building workshopsbull Rent kiln time amp studio space
Mon - Thurs 10 am to 530 pm bull Fri 10 am to 5 pm bull Sat 10 am to 4 pm Closed on Sundays
3709 S 138 St Omaha NE 68144402-330-7676rainbowglassgmailcom
wwwrainbowartisticglasscom
Shatter the ordinarybull Design custom installations
(kitchen amp bath tiles sinks stained glass windows)bull Install glass for cabinet doorsbull Hold team building workshopsbull Rent kiln time amp studio space
Mon - Thurs 10 am to 530 pm bull Fri 10 am to 5 pm bull Sat 10 am to 4 pm Closed on Sundays
3709 S 138 St Omaha NE 68144402-330-7676rainbowglassgmailcom
wwwrainbowartisticglasscom
Shatter the ordinarybull Design custom installations
(kitchen amp bath tiles sinks stained glass windows)bull Install glass for cabinet doorsbull Hold team building workshopsbull Rent kiln time amp studio space
Mon - Thurs 10 am to 530 pm bull Fri 10 am to 5 pm bull Sat 10 am to 4 pm Closed on Sundays
3709 S 138 St Omaha NE 68144402-330-7676rainbowglassgmailcom
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
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lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
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lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
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lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
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Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
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6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
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3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
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OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
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We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
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lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
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lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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H16 Sandyrsquos Makeover Thrifting Dreams
H22 Neighborhood Profile Fort Calhoun
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H 42 Hot Products The Art of Tea
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JanuaryFebruary 2015
VOLUME 5 bull ISSUE 1
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Thank You for Voting Us Best
of Omaha
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H7
OmahaHome from the editor
I TrsquoS THAT TIME OF year when we are putting our homes back in order after the holiday season Itrsquos a great time
to fluff and spruce things up as well as add some light and bright colors into your home Fun pillows or throws are a wonderful way to add a fresh look without changing what you already have
I love this time to re-arrange and add some spice to my deacutecor For one idea check out my project on page H16 to see how an ordinary home item that we all have at our doorstep
(literally and figuratively) can inspire you and allow your imagination to run wild For me itrsquos not so much ldquoout-with-the-old in-with-the-newrdquo in the New Year but perhaps more a desire to bring new life to something tired or mundane Hey A doormat need not always remain the doormat of a home
I think yoursquoll find several fresh ideas in these pages for livening things up around the house From the hottest textile styles to a list of all those cool things yoursquoll want to build into your house before you build your house this issue should help you get this year off to the right start
So get out there and get inspired to do something fun in your home Maybe if yoursquore like me yoursquoll be able to look right underneath your feet for something that might inspire youOmahaHome
SandySandy Besch-MatsonContributing EditorOmahaHomeSandybeschomahapublicationscom
ldquoWhen the past is recaptured by the imagination breath
is put back into liferdquo mdashMarguerite Duras
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The historic but quickly fading Bettison Mansion near Ashland Neb
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OmahaHome architectural stylesstory by robert nelson bull photography by bill sitzmann
Italianate At the Foundation of Nebraska
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THE SPARE LINES OF General Crookrsquos frontier military home at Fort Omaha (Metro Community
College) donrsquot quite do justice to the Italianate form The most regal Italianate homes in Nebraskarsquos early days were built to send a message Itrsquos possible to thrive in the ldquoGreat American Desertrdquo and dangit wersquore here to stay
The list of Nebraska homes on the National Register of Historic Places is peppered with these tall stately boxes with flat roofs topped with square cupolas Most famous perhaps are the Butler Gillespie and Kennard houses near the Nebraska State Capitol in Lincoln In photos from around 1870 the three homes tower over empty prairie and a mostly paper town ldquoThey were built by promoters of Lincoln to say to people lsquoWe have confidence in this new town you should toorsquordquo says Jim Potter author and senior research historian for the Nebraska State Historical Society ldquoAll across the state you see town boosters using that big bold style to send a message about their townrdquo
Just to the west of Omaha on a hill south-east of Ashland not far from Mahoney State Park sits a long-silent relic of the early days of statehood The Bettison Mansion built in 1874 from limestone quarried near South Bend Neb has been in decline for decades and abandoned since the late 1990s Still preservationists continue to hope that some-one will buy and restore the fortress-like struc-ture ldquoItrsquos a special place not one that anyone would want to see lostrdquo Potter says
(For more information on the house visit ashlandhistoricalsocietyorg)
An Italianate field Guidebull Low-pitched or flat roofbull Balanced symmetrical
rectangular shapebull Tall appearance with two
three or four storiesbull Wide overhanging eaves with
brackets and cornicesbull Square cupolabull Porch topped with balustraded balconies
bull Tall narrow double-paned win-dows with hood moldings
bull Side bay windowbull Heavily molded double doorsbull Roman or segmented arches
above windows and doors
The Italianate style began in England in the 1840s For the previous two centuries English homes tended to be formal and classical in style Builders began to mimic the more fan-ciful design elements of Italian Renaissance villas Like Queen Anne and other architec-ture styles when the Italianate movement came to the United States it was reinterpreted again to create a uniquely American style
Italianate forms were fading from fash-ion along the coasts of the United States by the early 1870s But styles tended to arrive and stay later on the frontier Italianate houses were being built in Nebraska well into the 1880s OmahaHome
W HEN KURT AND BETH Bratches moved to Omaha from Connecticut just
over a year ago one of their must-haves was a home with a fireplace ldquoI grew up with a fireplacerdquo says Kurt owner of All Things Home a remodeling service
A former day trader Kurt and his family would often escape the buzz of Wall Street in
River Stone Fireplace
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OmahaHome dbullibullystory by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
the serene calm of the Adirondack Mountains where cozy lodge rooms were commanded by roaring stone fireplaces The Bratches chan-neled their vacation nostalgia as the focal point of the living room in their warm and inviting Country Club home
Built in 1932 the home needed a few updates ldquoThe fireplace was tragicrdquo Kurt says ldquoI tore everything outrdquo Beth an inte-rior designer with The Designers came up with the design
ldquoI always think itrsquos important to let the house speak to you a little bitrdquo she says ldquoThe paneling is not something we would have chosen I think it was done in the 60s but when you look at design thatrsquos kind of coming back Letrsquos just replicate that design there so it goes with the houserdquo she says
ldquoThe key is to update it without taking away the character and integrity of the houserdquo Kurt says He first used a hand chisel to take out the existing hearth ldquoThat was the un-fun part of it Itrsquos messyrdquo He then built the box and the surround For the mantle he used a piece of reclaimed cedar from a friendrsquos barn in Connecticut
He used mason screws to secure the box to the masonry ldquoThe idea is to put your fasteners on a spot that can be hiddenrdquo Kurt then used a sheet of birch over the top ldquoI laid it up like a frame and then I put the pieces in between it and framed it all outrdquo he says He finished it with crown molding and gave it a coat of satin paint ldquoSatin gives it a nice patinardquo
A tip from a pro Kurt first taped the dimensions of the fireplace on the floor to experiment with the stonersquos placement like putting together a puzzle ldquoThatrsquos how I figured out where everything was going to gordquo he says
The entire project cost $400 and took about a week to do ldquoYou buy quality lumber It just comes out betterrdquo he says
The cedar for the mantle wasnrsquot the only material that took a circuitous route to Omaha The Bratches collected the proj-ectrsquos river stones from such sites as the Long Island Sound Rhode Islandrsquos Block Island and Omaharsquos Standing Bear Lake One of the stones stands out among all others The one engraved with the word ldquohomerdquo was a gift from their daughter
The Bratchesrsquo self-styled river stone fire-place now serves as a visual collection of some of their favorite memorieshellipa love story writ-ten in stone OmahaHome
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Threads The Hottest Textile Trends
T HE FALL HIGH POINT Furniture Market was a mecca for the most seasoned of style-spotters We checked in with the professionals at Interiors
Joan amp Associates to learn more about the hottest textile trendsmdashand the technologies behind the manufacture of the fabrics that add both texture and timeliness to your decor OmahaHome
Odalisqueby Pollack
ldquoFamed furniture and boat designer Matthias Pliessnig also dabbles on occasion in textile art This dimen-sional fabric in a silkacrylic blend melds woodland themes with graceful nautical curves in evoking a soothingly organic motifrdquo Karie Boggs Allied ASID
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OmahaHome featurestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
Topsy Turvyby Architex
ldquoMade from recycled poly-ester this eco-friendly fabric boasts a patented Crypton finish that makes this tex-tile all but impervious to stains odors and mildew With great durability and light-fastness this fun fabric would be a good choice for heavy-use applications like pet beds and kidsrsquo booster seatsrdquo Karie Boggs Allied ASID
Pallas Faux Furby Zinc
ldquoSubtle markings and beautiful natural coloring create a luxuriously tactile experience in this faux fur Try this fabric on throw pillows to give a room just the right punch of dramardquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Dietyby Pollack
ldquoA true labor of love this silkcottonpoly blend uses a global village approach in its creation Handcrafted in India the pattern is first blocked in one village before being handed off to crafts-women in another who do the accent stitching Artisans in yet a third village apply the mirrored inlaysrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
Breathe Velvet Wild Flowerby Black Edition
ldquoThis work of art was cre-ated by Jessica Zoob The acclaimed British impres-sionist has been featured in countless home and design magazines and one of her most recent commissions is for a palace in Dubai Here her dappled paint strokes form a variegated composi-tion that is at once subtle and dramaticrdquo Beth Settles Allied ASID
Knightby Zinc
ldquoGlass beadsmdashvirtually zillions of themmdashare embed-ded in this metallic weave fabric The play of light and shadow creates a dazzlingly sensual treat in a texture that is still somehow remarkably soft to the touch This one is great for headboards cornice boards or oversized pillowsrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Incognitus Gildedby Concertex
ldquoThis metalized vinyl wonder may not be bullet-proof but itrsquos the next clos-est thing when it comes to homes with young children Crayons No prob Ballpoint ink A breeze Those dreaded Sharpies Thought you had us on that one didnrsquot you Just wipe with a dry clothrdquoKarie Boggs Allied ASID
Hopby Dedar Milano
ldquoThis 100 cotton fabric is best used on vertical surfaces Try this or any of the complementary hues in this line for the oval back of a chair or other accent piece Be sure to team it with a solid seat fabric that anchors the tone so as to deliver visual impact in small but powerful dosesrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
OmahaHome feature
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H15
Kashmir Leafby Colefax and Fowler
ldquoEvoking an updated tree of life this beautifully embroi-dered linencottonviscose blend features a bold vine motif that is reminiscent of paisley This textile is par-ticularly suitable for decora-tive applications including draperiesrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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OmahaHome sandys makeoverstory by sandy besch-matson bull photography by bill sitzmann
T HIS QUICK AND VERSATILE weekend project from my day-thrifting turned out to be the
perfect storage solution for my little gems
WHAT YOUrsquoLL NEEDbull A piece of recycled furniturebull Patterned doormatbull Sandpaperbull Paintbull Sponge rollersbull Sealer
INSTRUCTIONSbull Remove hardwarebull Rough up the surface with
sandpaper taking the sheen offbull Select a paint that works best on
wood ProClassic from Sherwin Williams is a good choice
bull Use a sponge roller for painting the wood for a smooth finish Several coats works best
bull Center the doormat mat on the surfacebull Using spray paint apply several
light coats from all anglesbull Use spray sealer or a roll-on
sealer to the desired look bull Spice it up with some new hardware
Donrsquot throw away that now trashed door-mat just yet You can create a similar vibe in making dramatic wall art on wood panels
This time I went with a rich stain as the base of the artwork And donrsquot forget that your most hardware stores will cut a panel into four uniform pieces Stain the wood after sanding and rounding the corners just a bit Assemble the panels as though they were one contiguous piece again position your mat accordingly and get to work with your spray paint and sealer The needs of each space will vary but yoursquoll want to hang the panels with at least a two-inch gap between each panel OMAG
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H17
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If We Had Only Thought of Thathellip Ten Add-ons to
Consider in Your
New Home Before
itrsquos Too Late
A STITCH IN TIME SAVES ninerdquo But in the homebuild-ing world the old saying
might sound more like ldquoAn additional nine or so electrical outlets added before your new home is finished in time will save you from a lot of frustration and probably quite a few additional expenditures and certainly will ultimately reduce the number of petty argu-ments with your spouserdquo
You can decide which phrase is catchier The point If yoursquore building a new home take extra care to think of every possible place you could use an extra outlet spigot light switch drain jack closet or bowling alley before those walls are finished
ldquoItrsquos pretty frustrating if you have to go back in to add stuff right after you move inrdquo says Joe Rongisch owner of Vantage Design amp Construction in Omaha ldquoItrsquos doubly frus-trating when you realize how much more it costs to do it afterwardsrdquo
For example electrical outlets cost about $75 a piece to install as a home is being built To install an outlet after a home is completed usually runs more than $200 Rongisch says
With this in mind here are 10 common features you may want to consider before the drywall crew gets to your new home OmahaHome
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OmahaHome featurestory by robert nelson
Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more photos of the
Marjorie K Daugherty Conservatory
Outlets in the closets
Rechargeable vacuums are handy
but they need a place to hide
Outlets in the bathroom
cabinets These allow you to hide
those electric toothbrushes
and razors
Extra electric outlets in the garage Yoursquoll probably feel the need to add some sort of workstation to your garage as time goes on Yoursquoll need outlets for that Also the cool kids on the block increasingly have televisions and refrigerators in their garage
Man Cave necessities And while yoursquore brainstorming guys consider these items for the basement Think of extra outlets plumbing for a wet bar outlets for alternate or multiple television positions (yes some guys are turning basements into sports bars) man mood lighting (for no better term) speaker niches and trophy and memorabilia shelving
Garbage disposal for your wet bar
(Or outlet for a later wet bar)
If you entertain those spent limes
and other fun foods could clog drains
1
2
3
4 5
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Lights under kitchen cabinets You donrsquot want to be dicing food in the dark
Pull out drawers in any empty spaces
Homeowners never wish they had less
storage space
A window in the garage Once you start working in the garage yoursquoll
quickly realize you need more light and more air movement
in that space
A water spigot in the garage Yoursquoll want to
be washing cars and cleaning the
grease and dirt off the garage floor
Simple enough but itrsquos often one of those amenities
overlooked until it is needed
Lights in the closets It helps to be able to see
the coat you want to wear
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8
7
9
10
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OmahaHome feature
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H21
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From Pioneers to Prosciutto Fort Calhoun is on the rise
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OmahaHome neighborhood profilestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
U NTIL NOT THAT VERY long ago the only major rumbling in Fort Calhoun was the result of the teeth-shattering vibrations made by a never-end-
ing parade of 18-wheelers lumbering through town along the busy commercial corridor that is Highway 75
ldquoStraightening picture frames is a daily chore here at the museumrdquo explains Julie Ashton director of the Washington County Historical Association ldquoWe go through the space to straighten things that forever seem to be just a little out of whackrdquo gt
The rolling hills above Fort Calhoun offer spectacular vistas
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H23
Joel and Scarlett Odvody
Becky and Penelope Odvody
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OmahaHome neighborhood profile
lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H25
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
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Omaha Home neighborhood profile
lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H27
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
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lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
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lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
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OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H35
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
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1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
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3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
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MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
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story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
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OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
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lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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OmahaHome transformations
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Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
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departments H7 Editorrsquos Letter
H8 Architectural Styles Italianate
H10 DIY River Stone Fireplace
H16 Sandyrsquos Makeover Thrifting Dreams
H22 Neighborhood Profile Fort Calhoun
H40 Room Bank Vault Closet
H 42 Hot Products The Art of Tea
H 44 Transformations Livable Luxury
features H12 Threads
The Hottest Textile Trends
H18 If We Had Only Thought of Thathellip Top Ten Add-ons When Building
H30 At Home With Jack Becker and Lester Katz
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OmahaHome from the editor
I TrsquoS THAT TIME OF year when we are putting our homes back in order after the holiday season Itrsquos a great time
to fluff and spruce things up as well as add some light and bright colors into your home Fun pillows or throws are a wonderful way to add a fresh look without changing what you already have
I love this time to re-arrange and add some spice to my deacutecor For one idea check out my project on page H16 to see how an ordinary home item that we all have at our doorstep
(literally and figuratively) can inspire you and allow your imagination to run wild For me itrsquos not so much ldquoout-with-the-old in-with-the-newrdquo in the New Year but perhaps more a desire to bring new life to something tired or mundane Hey A doormat need not always remain the doormat of a home
I think yoursquoll find several fresh ideas in these pages for livening things up around the house From the hottest textile styles to a list of all those cool things yoursquoll want to build into your house before you build your house this issue should help you get this year off to the right start
So get out there and get inspired to do something fun in your home Maybe if yoursquore like me yoursquoll be able to look right underneath your feet for something that might inspire youOmahaHome
SandySandy Besch-MatsonContributing EditorOmahaHomeSandybeschomahapublicationscom
ldquoWhen the past is recaptured by the imagination breath
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The historic but quickly fading Bettison Mansion near Ashland Neb
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OmahaHome architectural stylesstory by robert nelson bull photography by bill sitzmann
Italianate At the Foundation of Nebraska
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H9
THE SPARE LINES OF General Crookrsquos frontier military home at Fort Omaha (Metro Community
College) donrsquot quite do justice to the Italianate form The most regal Italianate homes in Nebraskarsquos early days were built to send a message Itrsquos possible to thrive in the ldquoGreat American Desertrdquo and dangit wersquore here to stay
The list of Nebraska homes on the National Register of Historic Places is peppered with these tall stately boxes with flat roofs topped with square cupolas Most famous perhaps are the Butler Gillespie and Kennard houses near the Nebraska State Capitol in Lincoln In photos from around 1870 the three homes tower over empty prairie and a mostly paper town ldquoThey were built by promoters of Lincoln to say to people lsquoWe have confidence in this new town you should toorsquordquo says Jim Potter author and senior research historian for the Nebraska State Historical Society ldquoAll across the state you see town boosters using that big bold style to send a message about their townrdquo
Just to the west of Omaha on a hill south-east of Ashland not far from Mahoney State Park sits a long-silent relic of the early days of statehood The Bettison Mansion built in 1874 from limestone quarried near South Bend Neb has been in decline for decades and abandoned since the late 1990s Still preservationists continue to hope that some-one will buy and restore the fortress-like struc-ture ldquoItrsquos a special place not one that anyone would want to see lostrdquo Potter says
(For more information on the house visit ashlandhistoricalsocietyorg)
An Italianate field Guidebull Low-pitched or flat roofbull Balanced symmetrical
rectangular shapebull Tall appearance with two
three or four storiesbull Wide overhanging eaves with
brackets and cornicesbull Square cupolabull Porch topped with balustraded balconies
bull Tall narrow double-paned win-dows with hood moldings
bull Side bay windowbull Heavily molded double doorsbull Roman or segmented arches
above windows and doors
The Italianate style began in England in the 1840s For the previous two centuries English homes tended to be formal and classical in style Builders began to mimic the more fan-ciful design elements of Italian Renaissance villas Like Queen Anne and other architec-ture styles when the Italianate movement came to the United States it was reinterpreted again to create a uniquely American style
Italianate forms were fading from fash-ion along the coasts of the United States by the early 1870s But styles tended to arrive and stay later on the frontier Italianate houses were being built in Nebraska well into the 1880s OmahaHome
W HEN KURT AND BETH Bratches moved to Omaha from Connecticut just
over a year ago one of their must-haves was a home with a fireplace ldquoI grew up with a fireplacerdquo says Kurt owner of All Things Home a remodeling service
A former day trader Kurt and his family would often escape the buzz of Wall Street in
River Stone Fireplace
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the serene calm of the Adirondack Mountains where cozy lodge rooms were commanded by roaring stone fireplaces The Bratches chan-neled their vacation nostalgia as the focal point of the living room in their warm and inviting Country Club home
Built in 1932 the home needed a few updates ldquoThe fireplace was tragicrdquo Kurt says ldquoI tore everything outrdquo Beth an inte-rior designer with The Designers came up with the design
ldquoI always think itrsquos important to let the house speak to you a little bitrdquo she says ldquoThe paneling is not something we would have chosen I think it was done in the 60s but when you look at design thatrsquos kind of coming back Letrsquos just replicate that design there so it goes with the houserdquo she says
ldquoThe key is to update it without taking away the character and integrity of the houserdquo Kurt says He first used a hand chisel to take out the existing hearth ldquoThat was the un-fun part of it Itrsquos messyrdquo He then built the box and the surround For the mantle he used a piece of reclaimed cedar from a friendrsquos barn in Connecticut
He used mason screws to secure the box to the masonry ldquoThe idea is to put your fasteners on a spot that can be hiddenrdquo Kurt then used a sheet of birch over the top ldquoI laid it up like a frame and then I put the pieces in between it and framed it all outrdquo he says He finished it with crown molding and gave it a coat of satin paint ldquoSatin gives it a nice patinardquo
A tip from a pro Kurt first taped the dimensions of the fireplace on the floor to experiment with the stonersquos placement like putting together a puzzle ldquoThatrsquos how I figured out where everything was going to gordquo he says
The entire project cost $400 and took about a week to do ldquoYou buy quality lumber It just comes out betterrdquo he says
The cedar for the mantle wasnrsquot the only material that took a circuitous route to Omaha The Bratches collected the proj-ectrsquos river stones from such sites as the Long Island Sound Rhode Islandrsquos Block Island and Omaharsquos Standing Bear Lake One of the stones stands out among all others The one engraved with the word ldquohomerdquo was a gift from their daughter
The Bratchesrsquo self-styled river stone fire-place now serves as a visual collection of some of their favorite memorieshellipa love story writ-ten in stone OmahaHome
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Threads The Hottest Textile Trends
T HE FALL HIGH POINT Furniture Market was a mecca for the most seasoned of style-spotters We checked in with the professionals at Interiors
Joan amp Associates to learn more about the hottest textile trendsmdashand the technologies behind the manufacture of the fabrics that add both texture and timeliness to your decor OmahaHome
Odalisqueby Pollack
ldquoFamed furniture and boat designer Matthias Pliessnig also dabbles on occasion in textile art This dimen-sional fabric in a silkacrylic blend melds woodland themes with graceful nautical curves in evoking a soothingly organic motifrdquo Karie Boggs Allied ASID
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Topsy Turvyby Architex
ldquoMade from recycled poly-ester this eco-friendly fabric boasts a patented Crypton finish that makes this tex-tile all but impervious to stains odors and mildew With great durability and light-fastness this fun fabric would be a good choice for heavy-use applications like pet beds and kidsrsquo booster seatsrdquo Karie Boggs Allied ASID
Pallas Faux Furby Zinc
ldquoSubtle markings and beautiful natural coloring create a luxuriously tactile experience in this faux fur Try this fabric on throw pillows to give a room just the right punch of dramardquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Dietyby Pollack
ldquoA true labor of love this silkcottonpoly blend uses a global village approach in its creation Handcrafted in India the pattern is first blocked in one village before being handed off to crafts-women in another who do the accent stitching Artisans in yet a third village apply the mirrored inlaysrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
Breathe Velvet Wild Flowerby Black Edition
ldquoThis work of art was cre-ated by Jessica Zoob The acclaimed British impres-sionist has been featured in countless home and design magazines and one of her most recent commissions is for a palace in Dubai Here her dappled paint strokes form a variegated composi-tion that is at once subtle and dramaticrdquo Beth Settles Allied ASID
Knightby Zinc
ldquoGlass beadsmdashvirtually zillions of themmdashare embed-ded in this metallic weave fabric The play of light and shadow creates a dazzlingly sensual treat in a texture that is still somehow remarkably soft to the touch This one is great for headboards cornice boards or oversized pillowsrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Incognitus Gildedby Concertex
ldquoThis metalized vinyl wonder may not be bullet-proof but itrsquos the next clos-est thing when it comes to homes with young children Crayons No prob Ballpoint ink A breeze Those dreaded Sharpies Thought you had us on that one didnrsquot you Just wipe with a dry clothrdquoKarie Boggs Allied ASID
Hopby Dedar Milano
ldquoThis 100 cotton fabric is best used on vertical surfaces Try this or any of the complementary hues in this line for the oval back of a chair or other accent piece Be sure to team it with a solid seat fabric that anchors the tone so as to deliver visual impact in small but powerful dosesrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
OmahaHome feature
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Kashmir Leafby Colefax and Fowler
ldquoEvoking an updated tree of life this beautifully embroi-dered linencottonviscose blend features a bold vine motif that is reminiscent of paisley This textile is par-ticularly suitable for decora-tive applications including draperiesrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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T HIS QUICK AND VERSATILE weekend project from my day-thrifting turned out to be the
perfect storage solution for my little gems
WHAT YOUrsquoLL NEEDbull A piece of recycled furniturebull Patterned doormatbull Sandpaperbull Paintbull Sponge rollersbull Sealer
INSTRUCTIONSbull Remove hardwarebull Rough up the surface with
sandpaper taking the sheen offbull Select a paint that works best on
wood ProClassic from Sherwin Williams is a good choice
bull Use a sponge roller for painting the wood for a smooth finish Several coats works best
bull Center the doormat mat on the surfacebull Using spray paint apply several
light coats from all anglesbull Use spray sealer or a roll-on
sealer to the desired look bull Spice it up with some new hardware
Donrsquot throw away that now trashed door-mat just yet You can create a similar vibe in making dramatic wall art on wood panels
This time I went with a rich stain as the base of the artwork And donrsquot forget that your most hardware stores will cut a panel into four uniform pieces Stain the wood after sanding and rounding the corners just a bit Assemble the panels as though they were one contiguous piece again position your mat accordingly and get to work with your spray paint and sealer The needs of each space will vary but yoursquoll want to hang the panels with at least a two-inch gap between each panel OMAG
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If We Had Only Thought of Thathellip Ten Add-ons to
Consider in Your
New Home Before
itrsquos Too Late
A STITCH IN TIME SAVES ninerdquo But in the homebuild-ing world the old saying
might sound more like ldquoAn additional nine or so electrical outlets added before your new home is finished in time will save you from a lot of frustration and probably quite a few additional expenditures and certainly will ultimately reduce the number of petty argu-ments with your spouserdquo
You can decide which phrase is catchier The point If yoursquore building a new home take extra care to think of every possible place you could use an extra outlet spigot light switch drain jack closet or bowling alley before those walls are finished
ldquoItrsquos pretty frustrating if you have to go back in to add stuff right after you move inrdquo says Joe Rongisch owner of Vantage Design amp Construction in Omaha ldquoItrsquos doubly frus-trating when you realize how much more it costs to do it afterwardsrdquo
For example electrical outlets cost about $75 a piece to install as a home is being built To install an outlet after a home is completed usually runs more than $200 Rongisch says
With this in mind here are 10 common features you may want to consider before the drywall crew gets to your new home OmahaHome
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OmahaHome featurestory by robert nelson
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Marjorie K Daugherty Conservatory
Outlets in the closets
Rechargeable vacuums are handy
but they need a place to hide
Outlets in the bathroom
cabinets These allow you to hide
those electric toothbrushes
and razors
Extra electric outlets in the garage Yoursquoll probably feel the need to add some sort of workstation to your garage as time goes on Yoursquoll need outlets for that Also the cool kids on the block increasingly have televisions and refrigerators in their garage
Man Cave necessities And while yoursquore brainstorming guys consider these items for the basement Think of extra outlets plumbing for a wet bar outlets for alternate or multiple television positions (yes some guys are turning basements into sports bars) man mood lighting (for no better term) speaker niches and trophy and memorabilia shelving
Garbage disposal for your wet bar
(Or outlet for a later wet bar)
If you entertain those spent limes
and other fun foods could clog drains
1
2
3
4 5
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Lights under kitchen cabinets You donrsquot want to be dicing food in the dark
Pull out drawers in any empty spaces
Homeowners never wish they had less
storage space
A window in the garage Once you start working in the garage yoursquoll
quickly realize you need more light and more air movement
in that space
A water spigot in the garage Yoursquoll want to
be washing cars and cleaning the
grease and dirt off the garage floor
Simple enough but itrsquos often one of those amenities
overlooked until it is needed
Lights in the closets It helps to be able to see
the coat you want to wear
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8
7
9
10
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From Pioneers to Prosciutto Fort Calhoun is on the rise
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OmahaHome neighborhood profilestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
U NTIL NOT THAT VERY long ago the only major rumbling in Fort Calhoun was the result of the teeth-shattering vibrations made by a never-end-
ing parade of 18-wheelers lumbering through town along the busy commercial corridor that is Highway 75
ldquoStraightening picture frames is a daily chore here at the museumrdquo explains Julie Ashton director of the Washington County Historical Association ldquoWe go through the space to straighten things that forever seem to be just a little out of whackrdquo gt
The rolling hills above Fort Calhoun offer spectacular vistas
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Joel and Scarlett Odvody
Becky and Penelope Odvody
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OmahaHome neighborhood profile
lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H25
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
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Omaha Home neighborhood profile
lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H27
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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Omaha Home neighborhood profile
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Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more phots of Lester Katz and Jack Beckers home
H30 januaryfebruary bull 2015
by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
OmahaHome at home with
Scan the page with the
LayAR app to view a
gallery slider from our
shoot of the CO2 Building
I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H31
lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
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OmahaHomeOmahaHome at home with
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januaryfebruary bull 2015 H33
lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
H34 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H35
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
Bank Job This converted
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T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
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1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
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3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
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MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
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story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
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OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
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lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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OmahaHome transformations
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lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
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OmahaHome contents januaryfebruary 2015
departments H7 Editorrsquos Letter
H8 Architectural Styles Italianate
H10 DIY River Stone Fireplace
H16 Sandyrsquos Makeover Thrifting Dreams
H22 Neighborhood Profile Fort Calhoun
H40 Room Bank Vault Closet
H 42 Hot Products The Art of Tea
H 44 Transformations Livable Luxury
features H12 Threads
The Hottest Textile Trends
H18 If We Had Only Thought of Thathellip Top Ten Add-ons When Building
H30 At Home With Jack Becker and Lester Katz
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SANDY BESCH-MATSON
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GIL COHEN
SENIOR SALES EXECUTIVE amp 60PLUS IN OMAHA CONTRIBUTING EDITOR
GWEN LEMKE
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GEORGE IDELMAN ANGIE HALL
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JESSICA LINHART JESSICA SMITH
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OmahaHome from the editor
I TrsquoS THAT TIME OF year when we are putting our homes back in order after the holiday season Itrsquos a great time
to fluff and spruce things up as well as add some light and bright colors into your home Fun pillows or throws are a wonderful way to add a fresh look without changing what you already have
I love this time to re-arrange and add some spice to my deacutecor For one idea check out my project on page H16 to see how an ordinary home item that we all have at our doorstep
(literally and figuratively) can inspire you and allow your imagination to run wild For me itrsquos not so much ldquoout-with-the-old in-with-the-newrdquo in the New Year but perhaps more a desire to bring new life to something tired or mundane Hey A doormat need not always remain the doormat of a home
I think yoursquoll find several fresh ideas in these pages for livening things up around the house From the hottest textile styles to a list of all those cool things yoursquoll want to build into your house before you build your house this issue should help you get this year off to the right start
So get out there and get inspired to do something fun in your home Maybe if yoursquore like me yoursquoll be able to look right underneath your feet for something that might inspire youOmahaHome
SandySandy Besch-MatsonContributing EditorOmahaHomeSandybeschomahapublicationscom
ldquoWhen the past is recaptured by the imagination breath
is put back into liferdquo mdashMarguerite Duras
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The historic but quickly fading Bettison Mansion near Ashland Neb
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OmahaHome architectural stylesstory by robert nelson bull photography by bill sitzmann
Italianate At the Foundation of Nebraska
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H9
THE SPARE LINES OF General Crookrsquos frontier military home at Fort Omaha (Metro Community
College) donrsquot quite do justice to the Italianate form The most regal Italianate homes in Nebraskarsquos early days were built to send a message Itrsquos possible to thrive in the ldquoGreat American Desertrdquo and dangit wersquore here to stay
The list of Nebraska homes on the National Register of Historic Places is peppered with these tall stately boxes with flat roofs topped with square cupolas Most famous perhaps are the Butler Gillespie and Kennard houses near the Nebraska State Capitol in Lincoln In photos from around 1870 the three homes tower over empty prairie and a mostly paper town ldquoThey were built by promoters of Lincoln to say to people lsquoWe have confidence in this new town you should toorsquordquo says Jim Potter author and senior research historian for the Nebraska State Historical Society ldquoAll across the state you see town boosters using that big bold style to send a message about their townrdquo
Just to the west of Omaha on a hill south-east of Ashland not far from Mahoney State Park sits a long-silent relic of the early days of statehood The Bettison Mansion built in 1874 from limestone quarried near South Bend Neb has been in decline for decades and abandoned since the late 1990s Still preservationists continue to hope that some-one will buy and restore the fortress-like struc-ture ldquoItrsquos a special place not one that anyone would want to see lostrdquo Potter says
(For more information on the house visit ashlandhistoricalsocietyorg)
An Italianate field Guidebull Low-pitched or flat roofbull Balanced symmetrical
rectangular shapebull Tall appearance with two
three or four storiesbull Wide overhanging eaves with
brackets and cornicesbull Square cupolabull Porch topped with balustraded balconies
bull Tall narrow double-paned win-dows with hood moldings
bull Side bay windowbull Heavily molded double doorsbull Roman or segmented arches
above windows and doors
The Italianate style began in England in the 1840s For the previous two centuries English homes tended to be formal and classical in style Builders began to mimic the more fan-ciful design elements of Italian Renaissance villas Like Queen Anne and other architec-ture styles when the Italianate movement came to the United States it was reinterpreted again to create a uniquely American style
Italianate forms were fading from fash-ion along the coasts of the United States by the early 1870s But styles tended to arrive and stay later on the frontier Italianate houses were being built in Nebraska well into the 1880s OmahaHome
W HEN KURT AND BETH Bratches moved to Omaha from Connecticut just
over a year ago one of their must-haves was a home with a fireplace ldquoI grew up with a fireplacerdquo says Kurt owner of All Things Home a remodeling service
A former day trader Kurt and his family would often escape the buzz of Wall Street in
River Stone Fireplace
H10 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome dbullibullystory by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
the serene calm of the Adirondack Mountains where cozy lodge rooms were commanded by roaring stone fireplaces The Bratches chan-neled their vacation nostalgia as the focal point of the living room in their warm and inviting Country Club home
Built in 1932 the home needed a few updates ldquoThe fireplace was tragicrdquo Kurt says ldquoI tore everything outrdquo Beth an inte-rior designer with The Designers came up with the design
ldquoI always think itrsquos important to let the house speak to you a little bitrdquo she says ldquoThe paneling is not something we would have chosen I think it was done in the 60s but when you look at design thatrsquos kind of coming back Letrsquos just replicate that design there so it goes with the houserdquo she says
ldquoThe key is to update it without taking away the character and integrity of the houserdquo Kurt says He first used a hand chisel to take out the existing hearth ldquoThat was the un-fun part of it Itrsquos messyrdquo He then built the box and the surround For the mantle he used a piece of reclaimed cedar from a friendrsquos barn in Connecticut
He used mason screws to secure the box to the masonry ldquoThe idea is to put your fasteners on a spot that can be hiddenrdquo Kurt then used a sheet of birch over the top ldquoI laid it up like a frame and then I put the pieces in between it and framed it all outrdquo he says He finished it with crown molding and gave it a coat of satin paint ldquoSatin gives it a nice patinardquo
A tip from a pro Kurt first taped the dimensions of the fireplace on the floor to experiment with the stonersquos placement like putting together a puzzle ldquoThatrsquos how I figured out where everything was going to gordquo he says
The entire project cost $400 and took about a week to do ldquoYou buy quality lumber It just comes out betterrdquo he says
The cedar for the mantle wasnrsquot the only material that took a circuitous route to Omaha The Bratches collected the proj-ectrsquos river stones from such sites as the Long Island Sound Rhode Islandrsquos Block Island and Omaharsquos Standing Bear Lake One of the stones stands out among all others The one engraved with the word ldquohomerdquo was a gift from their daughter
The Bratchesrsquo self-styled river stone fire-place now serves as a visual collection of some of their favorite memorieshellipa love story writ-ten in stone OmahaHome
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Threads The Hottest Textile Trends
T HE FALL HIGH POINT Furniture Market was a mecca for the most seasoned of style-spotters We checked in with the professionals at Interiors
Joan amp Associates to learn more about the hottest textile trendsmdashand the technologies behind the manufacture of the fabrics that add both texture and timeliness to your decor OmahaHome
Odalisqueby Pollack
ldquoFamed furniture and boat designer Matthias Pliessnig also dabbles on occasion in textile art This dimen-sional fabric in a silkacrylic blend melds woodland themes with graceful nautical curves in evoking a soothingly organic motifrdquo Karie Boggs Allied ASID
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OmahaHome featurestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
Topsy Turvyby Architex
ldquoMade from recycled poly-ester this eco-friendly fabric boasts a patented Crypton finish that makes this tex-tile all but impervious to stains odors and mildew With great durability and light-fastness this fun fabric would be a good choice for heavy-use applications like pet beds and kidsrsquo booster seatsrdquo Karie Boggs Allied ASID
Pallas Faux Furby Zinc
ldquoSubtle markings and beautiful natural coloring create a luxuriously tactile experience in this faux fur Try this fabric on throw pillows to give a room just the right punch of dramardquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H13
Dietyby Pollack
ldquoA true labor of love this silkcottonpoly blend uses a global village approach in its creation Handcrafted in India the pattern is first blocked in one village before being handed off to crafts-women in another who do the accent stitching Artisans in yet a third village apply the mirrored inlaysrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
Breathe Velvet Wild Flowerby Black Edition
ldquoThis work of art was cre-ated by Jessica Zoob The acclaimed British impres-sionist has been featured in countless home and design magazines and one of her most recent commissions is for a palace in Dubai Here her dappled paint strokes form a variegated composi-tion that is at once subtle and dramaticrdquo Beth Settles Allied ASID
Knightby Zinc
ldquoGlass beadsmdashvirtually zillions of themmdashare embed-ded in this metallic weave fabric The play of light and shadow creates a dazzlingly sensual treat in a texture that is still somehow remarkably soft to the touch This one is great for headboards cornice boards or oversized pillowsrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Incognitus Gildedby Concertex
ldquoThis metalized vinyl wonder may not be bullet-proof but itrsquos the next clos-est thing when it comes to homes with young children Crayons No prob Ballpoint ink A breeze Those dreaded Sharpies Thought you had us on that one didnrsquot you Just wipe with a dry clothrdquoKarie Boggs Allied ASID
Hopby Dedar Milano
ldquoThis 100 cotton fabric is best used on vertical surfaces Try this or any of the complementary hues in this line for the oval back of a chair or other accent piece Be sure to team it with a solid seat fabric that anchors the tone so as to deliver visual impact in small but powerful dosesrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
OmahaHome feature
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Kashmir Leafby Colefax and Fowler
ldquoEvoking an updated tree of life this beautifully embroi-dered linencottonviscose blend features a bold vine motif that is reminiscent of paisley This textile is par-ticularly suitable for decora-tive applications including draperiesrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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OmahaHome sandys makeoverstory by sandy besch-matson bull photography by bill sitzmann
T HIS QUICK AND VERSATILE weekend project from my day-thrifting turned out to be the
perfect storage solution for my little gems
WHAT YOUrsquoLL NEEDbull A piece of recycled furniturebull Patterned doormatbull Sandpaperbull Paintbull Sponge rollersbull Sealer
INSTRUCTIONSbull Remove hardwarebull Rough up the surface with
sandpaper taking the sheen offbull Select a paint that works best on
wood ProClassic from Sherwin Williams is a good choice
bull Use a sponge roller for painting the wood for a smooth finish Several coats works best
bull Center the doormat mat on the surfacebull Using spray paint apply several
light coats from all anglesbull Use spray sealer or a roll-on
sealer to the desired look bull Spice it up with some new hardware
Donrsquot throw away that now trashed door-mat just yet You can create a similar vibe in making dramatic wall art on wood panels
This time I went with a rich stain as the base of the artwork And donrsquot forget that your most hardware stores will cut a panel into four uniform pieces Stain the wood after sanding and rounding the corners just a bit Assemble the panels as though they were one contiguous piece again position your mat accordingly and get to work with your spray paint and sealer The needs of each space will vary but yoursquoll want to hang the panels with at least a two-inch gap between each panel OMAG
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If We Had Only Thought of Thathellip Ten Add-ons to
Consider in Your
New Home Before
itrsquos Too Late
A STITCH IN TIME SAVES ninerdquo But in the homebuild-ing world the old saying
might sound more like ldquoAn additional nine or so electrical outlets added before your new home is finished in time will save you from a lot of frustration and probably quite a few additional expenditures and certainly will ultimately reduce the number of petty argu-ments with your spouserdquo
You can decide which phrase is catchier The point If yoursquore building a new home take extra care to think of every possible place you could use an extra outlet spigot light switch drain jack closet or bowling alley before those walls are finished
ldquoItrsquos pretty frustrating if you have to go back in to add stuff right after you move inrdquo says Joe Rongisch owner of Vantage Design amp Construction in Omaha ldquoItrsquos doubly frus-trating when you realize how much more it costs to do it afterwardsrdquo
For example electrical outlets cost about $75 a piece to install as a home is being built To install an outlet after a home is completed usually runs more than $200 Rongisch says
With this in mind here are 10 common features you may want to consider before the drywall crew gets to your new home OmahaHome
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OmahaHome featurestory by robert nelson
Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more photos of the
Marjorie K Daugherty Conservatory
Outlets in the closets
Rechargeable vacuums are handy
but they need a place to hide
Outlets in the bathroom
cabinets These allow you to hide
those electric toothbrushes
and razors
Extra electric outlets in the garage Yoursquoll probably feel the need to add some sort of workstation to your garage as time goes on Yoursquoll need outlets for that Also the cool kids on the block increasingly have televisions and refrigerators in their garage
Man Cave necessities And while yoursquore brainstorming guys consider these items for the basement Think of extra outlets plumbing for a wet bar outlets for alternate or multiple television positions (yes some guys are turning basements into sports bars) man mood lighting (for no better term) speaker niches and trophy and memorabilia shelving
Garbage disposal for your wet bar
(Or outlet for a later wet bar)
If you entertain those spent limes
and other fun foods could clog drains
1
2
3
4 5
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Lights under kitchen cabinets You donrsquot want to be dicing food in the dark
Pull out drawers in any empty spaces
Homeowners never wish they had less
storage space
A window in the garage Once you start working in the garage yoursquoll
quickly realize you need more light and more air movement
in that space
A water spigot in the garage Yoursquoll want to
be washing cars and cleaning the
grease and dirt off the garage floor
Simple enough but itrsquos often one of those amenities
overlooked until it is needed
Lights in the closets It helps to be able to see
the coat you want to wear
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8
7
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OmahaHome feature
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From Pioneers to Prosciutto Fort Calhoun is on the rise
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OmahaHome neighborhood profilestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
U NTIL NOT THAT VERY long ago the only major rumbling in Fort Calhoun was the result of the teeth-shattering vibrations made by a never-end-
ing parade of 18-wheelers lumbering through town along the busy commercial corridor that is Highway 75
ldquoStraightening picture frames is a daily chore here at the museumrdquo explains Julie Ashton director of the Washington County Historical Association ldquoWe go through the space to straighten things that forever seem to be just a little out of whackrdquo gt
The rolling hills above Fort Calhoun offer spectacular vistas
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Joel and Scarlett Odvody
Becky and Penelope Odvody
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OmahaHome neighborhood profile
lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H25
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
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Omaha Home neighborhood profile
lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more phots of Lester Katz and Jack Beckers home
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by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
OmahaHome at home with
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I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H31
lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
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OmahaHomeOmahaHome at home with
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lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
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OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H35
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H37
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
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T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
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1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
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3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
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MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
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story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
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OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
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lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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OmahaHome transformations
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lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
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OmahaHome from the editor
I TrsquoS THAT TIME OF year when we are putting our homes back in order after the holiday season Itrsquos a great time
to fluff and spruce things up as well as add some light and bright colors into your home Fun pillows or throws are a wonderful way to add a fresh look without changing what you already have
I love this time to re-arrange and add some spice to my deacutecor For one idea check out my project on page H16 to see how an ordinary home item that we all have at our doorstep
(literally and figuratively) can inspire you and allow your imagination to run wild For me itrsquos not so much ldquoout-with-the-old in-with-the-newrdquo in the New Year but perhaps more a desire to bring new life to something tired or mundane Hey A doormat need not always remain the doormat of a home
I think yoursquoll find several fresh ideas in these pages for livening things up around the house From the hottest textile styles to a list of all those cool things yoursquoll want to build into your house before you build your house this issue should help you get this year off to the right start
So get out there and get inspired to do something fun in your home Maybe if yoursquore like me yoursquoll be able to look right underneath your feet for something that might inspire youOmahaHome
SandySandy Besch-MatsonContributing EditorOmahaHomeSandybeschomahapublicationscom
ldquoWhen the past is recaptured by the imagination breath
is put back into liferdquo mdashMarguerite Duras
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The historic but quickly fading Bettison Mansion near Ashland Neb
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OmahaHome architectural stylesstory by robert nelson bull photography by bill sitzmann
Italianate At the Foundation of Nebraska
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THE SPARE LINES OF General Crookrsquos frontier military home at Fort Omaha (Metro Community
College) donrsquot quite do justice to the Italianate form The most regal Italianate homes in Nebraskarsquos early days were built to send a message Itrsquos possible to thrive in the ldquoGreat American Desertrdquo and dangit wersquore here to stay
The list of Nebraska homes on the National Register of Historic Places is peppered with these tall stately boxes with flat roofs topped with square cupolas Most famous perhaps are the Butler Gillespie and Kennard houses near the Nebraska State Capitol in Lincoln In photos from around 1870 the three homes tower over empty prairie and a mostly paper town ldquoThey were built by promoters of Lincoln to say to people lsquoWe have confidence in this new town you should toorsquordquo says Jim Potter author and senior research historian for the Nebraska State Historical Society ldquoAll across the state you see town boosters using that big bold style to send a message about their townrdquo
Just to the west of Omaha on a hill south-east of Ashland not far from Mahoney State Park sits a long-silent relic of the early days of statehood The Bettison Mansion built in 1874 from limestone quarried near South Bend Neb has been in decline for decades and abandoned since the late 1990s Still preservationists continue to hope that some-one will buy and restore the fortress-like struc-ture ldquoItrsquos a special place not one that anyone would want to see lostrdquo Potter says
(For more information on the house visit ashlandhistoricalsocietyorg)
An Italianate field Guidebull Low-pitched or flat roofbull Balanced symmetrical
rectangular shapebull Tall appearance with two
three or four storiesbull Wide overhanging eaves with
brackets and cornicesbull Square cupolabull Porch topped with balustraded balconies
bull Tall narrow double-paned win-dows with hood moldings
bull Side bay windowbull Heavily molded double doorsbull Roman or segmented arches
above windows and doors
The Italianate style began in England in the 1840s For the previous two centuries English homes tended to be formal and classical in style Builders began to mimic the more fan-ciful design elements of Italian Renaissance villas Like Queen Anne and other architec-ture styles when the Italianate movement came to the United States it was reinterpreted again to create a uniquely American style
Italianate forms were fading from fash-ion along the coasts of the United States by the early 1870s But styles tended to arrive and stay later on the frontier Italianate houses were being built in Nebraska well into the 1880s OmahaHome
W HEN KURT AND BETH Bratches moved to Omaha from Connecticut just
over a year ago one of their must-haves was a home with a fireplace ldquoI grew up with a fireplacerdquo says Kurt owner of All Things Home a remodeling service
A former day trader Kurt and his family would often escape the buzz of Wall Street in
River Stone Fireplace
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OmahaHome dbullibullystory by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
the serene calm of the Adirondack Mountains where cozy lodge rooms were commanded by roaring stone fireplaces The Bratches chan-neled their vacation nostalgia as the focal point of the living room in their warm and inviting Country Club home
Built in 1932 the home needed a few updates ldquoThe fireplace was tragicrdquo Kurt says ldquoI tore everything outrdquo Beth an inte-rior designer with The Designers came up with the design
ldquoI always think itrsquos important to let the house speak to you a little bitrdquo she says ldquoThe paneling is not something we would have chosen I think it was done in the 60s but when you look at design thatrsquos kind of coming back Letrsquos just replicate that design there so it goes with the houserdquo she says
ldquoThe key is to update it without taking away the character and integrity of the houserdquo Kurt says He first used a hand chisel to take out the existing hearth ldquoThat was the un-fun part of it Itrsquos messyrdquo He then built the box and the surround For the mantle he used a piece of reclaimed cedar from a friendrsquos barn in Connecticut
He used mason screws to secure the box to the masonry ldquoThe idea is to put your fasteners on a spot that can be hiddenrdquo Kurt then used a sheet of birch over the top ldquoI laid it up like a frame and then I put the pieces in between it and framed it all outrdquo he says He finished it with crown molding and gave it a coat of satin paint ldquoSatin gives it a nice patinardquo
A tip from a pro Kurt first taped the dimensions of the fireplace on the floor to experiment with the stonersquos placement like putting together a puzzle ldquoThatrsquos how I figured out where everything was going to gordquo he says
The entire project cost $400 and took about a week to do ldquoYou buy quality lumber It just comes out betterrdquo he says
The cedar for the mantle wasnrsquot the only material that took a circuitous route to Omaha The Bratches collected the proj-ectrsquos river stones from such sites as the Long Island Sound Rhode Islandrsquos Block Island and Omaharsquos Standing Bear Lake One of the stones stands out among all others The one engraved with the word ldquohomerdquo was a gift from their daughter
The Bratchesrsquo self-styled river stone fire-place now serves as a visual collection of some of their favorite memorieshellipa love story writ-ten in stone OmahaHome
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Threads The Hottest Textile Trends
T HE FALL HIGH POINT Furniture Market was a mecca for the most seasoned of style-spotters We checked in with the professionals at Interiors
Joan amp Associates to learn more about the hottest textile trendsmdashand the technologies behind the manufacture of the fabrics that add both texture and timeliness to your decor OmahaHome
Odalisqueby Pollack
ldquoFamed furniture and boat designer Matthias Pliessnig also dabbles on occasion in textile art This dimen-sional fabric in a silkacrylic blend melds woodland themes with graceful nautical curves in evoking a soothingly organic motifrdquo Karie Boggs Allied ASID
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OmahaHome featurestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
Topsy Turvyby Architex
ldquoMade from recycled poly-ester this eco-friendly fabric boasts a patented Crypton finish that makes this tex-tile all but impervious to stains odors and mildew With great durability and light-fastness this fun fabric would be a good choice for heavy-use applications like pet beds and kidsrsquo booster seatsrdquo Karie Boggs Allied ASID
Pallas Faux Furby Zinc
ldquoSubtle markings and beautiful natural coloring create a luxuriously tactile experience in this faux fur Try this fabric on throw pillows to give a room just the right punch of dramardquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Dietyby Pollack
ldquoA true labor of love this silkcottonpoly blend uses a global village approach in its creation Handcrafted in India the pattern is first blocked in one village before being handed off to crafts-women in another who do the accent stitching Artisans in yet a third village apply the mirrored inlaysrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
Breathe Velvet Wild Flowerby Black Edition
ldquoThis work of art was cre-ated by Jessica Zoob The acclaimed British impres-sionist has been featured in countless home and design magazines and one of her most recent commissions is for a palace in Dubai Here her dappled paint strokes form a variegated composi-tion that is at once subtle and dramaticrdquo Beth Settles Allied ASID
Knightby Zinc
ldquoGlass beadsmdashvirtually zillions of themmdashare embed-ded in this metallic weave fabric The play of light and shadow creates a dazzlingly sensual treat in a texture that is still somehow remarkably soft to the touch This one is great for headboards cornice boards or oversized pillowsrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Incognitus Gildedby Concertex
ldquoThis metalized vinyl wonder may not be bullet-proof but itrsquos the next clos-est thing when it comes to homes with young children Crayons No prob Ballpoint ink A breeze Those dreaded Sharpies Thought you had us on that one didnrsquot you Just wipe with a dry clothrdquoKarie Boggs Allied ASID
Hopby Dedar Milano
ldquoThis 100 cotton fabric is best used on vertical surfaces Try this or any of the complementary hues in this line for the oval back of a chair or other accent piece Be sure to team it with a solid seat fabric that anchors the tone so as to deliver visual impact in small but powerful dosesrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
OmahaHome feature
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Kashmir Leafby Colefax and Fowler
ldquoEvoking an updated tree of life this beautifully embroi-dered linencottonviscose blend features a bold vine motif that is reminiscent of paisley This textile is par-ticularly suitable for decora-tive applications including draperiesrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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OmahaHome sandys makeoverstory by sandy besch-matson bull photography by bill sitzmann
T HIS QUICK AND VERSATILE weekend project from my day-thrifting turned out to be the
perfect storage solution for my little gems
WHAT YOUrsquoLL NEEDbull A piece of recycled furniturebull Patterned doormatbull Sandpaperbull Paintbull Sponge rollersbull Sealer
INSTRUCTIONSbull Remove hardwarebull Rough up the surface with
sandpaper taking the sheen offbull Select a paint that works best on
wood ProClassic from Sherwin Williams is a good choice
bull Use a sponge roller for painting the wood for a smooth finish Several coats works best
bull Center the doormat mat on the surfacebull Using spray paint apply several
light coats from all anglesbull Use spray sealer or a roll-on
sealer to the desired look bull Spice it up with some new hardware
Donrsquot throw away that now trashed door-mat just yet You can create a similar vibe in making dramatic wall art on wood panels
This time I went with a rich stain as the base of the artwork And donrsquot forget that your most hardware stores will cut a panel into four uniform pieces Stain the wood after sanding and rounding the corners just a bit Assemble the panels as though they were one contiguous piece again position your mat accordingly and get to work with your spray paint and sealer The needs of each space will vary but yoursquoll want to hang the panels with at least a two-inch gap between each panel OMAG
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If We Had Only Thought of Thathellip Ten Add-ons to
Consider in Your
New Home Before
itrsquos Too Late
A STITCH IN TIME SAVES ninerdquo But in the homebuild-ing world the old saying
might sound more like ldquoAn additional nine or so electrical outlets added before your new home is finished in time will save you from a lot of frustration and probably quite a few additional expenditures and certainly will ultimately reduce the number of petty argu-ments with your spouserdquo
You can decide which phrase is catchier The point If yoursquore building a new home take extra care to think of every possible place you could use an extra outlet spigot light switch drain jack closet or bowling alley before those walls are finished
ldquoItrsquos pretty frustrating if you have to go back in to add stuff right after you move inrdquo says Joe Rongisch owner of Vantage Design amp Construction in Omaha ldquoItrsquos doubly frus-trating when you realize how much more it costs to do it afterwardsrdquo
For example electrical outlets cost about $75 a piece to install as a home is being built To install an outlet after a home is completed usually runs more than $200 Rongisch says
With this in mind here are 10 common features you may want to consider before the drywall crew gets to your new home OmahaHome
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OmahaHome featurestory by robert nelson
Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more photos of the
Marjorie K Daugherty Conservatory
Outlets in the closets
Rechargeable vacuums are handy
but they need a place to hide
Outlets in the bathroom
cabinets These allow you to hide
those electric toothbrushes
and razors
Extra electric outlets in the garage Yoursquoll probably feel the need to add some sort of workstation to your garage as time goes on Yoursquoll need outlets for that Also the cool kids on the block increasingly have televisions and refrigerators in their garage
Man Cave necessities And while yoursquore brainstorming guys consider these items for the basement Think of extra outlets plumbing for a wet bar outlets for alternate or multiple television positions (yes some guys are turning basements into sports bars) man mood lighting (for no better term) speaker niches and trophy and memorabilia shelving
Garbage disposal for your wet bar
(Or outlet for a later wet bar)
If you entertain those spent limes
and other fun foods could clog drains
1
2
3
4 5
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H19
Lights under kitchen cabinets You donrsquot want to be dicing food in the dark
Pull out drawers in any empty spaces
Homeowners never wish they had less
storage space
A window in the garage Once you start working in the garage yoursquoll
quickly realize you need more light and more air movement
in that space
A water spigot in the garage Yoursquoll want to
be washing cars and cleaning the
grease and dirt off the garage floor
Simple enough but itrsquos often one of those amenities
overlooked until it is needed
Lights in the closets It helps to be able to see
the coat you want to wear
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8
7
9
10
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januaryfebruary bull 2015 H21
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From Pioneers to Prosciutto Fort Calhoun is on the rise
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OmahaHome neighborhood profilestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
U NTIL NOT THAT VERY long ago the only major rumbling in Fort Calhoun was the result of the teeth-shattering vibrations made by a never-end-
ing parade of 18-wheelers lumbering through town along the busy commercial corridor that is Highway 75
ldquoStraightening picture frames is a daily chore here at the museumrdquo explains Julie Ashton director of the Washington County Historical Association ldquoWe go through the space to straighten things that forever seem to be just a little out of whackrdquo gt
The rolling hills above Fort Calhoun offer spectacular vistas
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H23
Joel and Scarlett Odvody
Becky and Penelope Odvody
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OmahaHome neighborhood profile
lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
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Omaha Home neighborhood profile
lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
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lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
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lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
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Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
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ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
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T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
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1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
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3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
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MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
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story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
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OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
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lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
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OmahaHome from the editor
I TrsquoS THAT TIME OF year when we are putting our homes back in order after the holiday season Itrsquos a great time
to fluff and spruce things up as well as add some light and bright colors into your home Fun pillows or throws are a wonderful way to add a fresh look without changing what you already have
I love this time to re-arrange and add some spice to my deacutecor For one idea check out my project on page H16 to see how an ordinary home item that we all have at our doorstep
(literally and figuratively) can inspire you and allow your imagination to run wild For me itrsquos not so much ldquoout-with-the-old in-with-the-newrdquo in the New Year but perhaps more a desire to bring new life to something tired or mundane Hey A doormat need not always remain the doormat of a home
I think yoursquoll find several fresh ideas in these pages for livening things up around the house From the hottest textile styles to a list of all those cool things yoursquoll want to build into your house before you build your house this issue should help you get this year off to the right start
So get out there and get inspired to do something fun in your home Maybe if yoursquore like me yoursquoll be able to look right underneath your feet for something that might inspire youOmahaHome
SandySandy Besch-MatsonContributing EditorOmahaHomeSandybeschomahapublicationscom
ldquoWhen the past is recaptured by the imagination breath
is put back into liferdquo mdashMarguerite Duras
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The historic but quickly fading Bettison Mansion near Ashland Neb
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OmahaHome architectural stylesstory by robert nelson bull photography by bill sitzmann
Italianate At the Foundation of Nebraska
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THE SPARE LINES OF General Crookrsquos frontier military home at Fort Omaha (Metro Community
College) donrsquot quite do justice to the Italianate form The most regal Italianate homes in Nebraskarsquos early days were built to send a message Itrsquos possible to thrive in the ldquoGreat American Desertrdquo and dangit wersquore here to stay
The list of Nebraska homes on the National Register of Historic Places is peppered with these tall stately boxes with flat roofs topped with square cupolas Most famous perhaps are the Butler Gillespie and Kennard houses near the Nebraska State Capitol in Lincoln In photos from around 1870 the three homes tower over empty prairie and a mostly paper town ldquoThey were built by promoters of Lincoln to say to people lsquoWe have confidence in this new town you should toorsquordquo says Jim Potter author and senior research historian for the Nebraska State Historical Society ldquoAll across the state you see town boosters using that big bold style to send a message about their townrdquo
Just to the west of Omaha on a hill south-east of Ashland not far from Mahoney State Park sits a long-silent relic of the early days of statehood The Bettison Mansion built in 1874 from limestone quarried near South Bend Neb has been in decline for decades and abandoned since the late 1990s Still preservationists continue to hope that some-one will buy and restore the fortress-like struc-ture ldquoItrsquos a special place not one that anyone would want to see lostrdquo Potter says
(For more information on the house visit ashlandhistoricalsocietyorg)
An Italianate field Guidebull Low-pitched or flat roofbull Balanced symmetrical
rectangular shapebull Tall appearance with two
three or four storiesbull Wide overhanging eaves with
brackets and cornicesbull Square cupolabull Porch topped with balustraded balconies
bull Tall narrow double-paned win-dows with hood moldings
bull Side bay windowbull Heavily molded double doorsbull Roman or segmented arches
above windows and doors
The Italianate style began in England in the 1840s For the previous two centuries English homes tended to be formal and classical in style Builders began to mimic the more fan-ciful design elements of Italian Renaissance villas Like Queen Anne and other architec-ture styles when the Italianate movement came to the United States it was reinterpreted again to create a uniquely American style
Italianate forms were fading from fash-ion along the coasts of the United States by the early 1870s But styles tended to arrive and stay later on the frontier Italianate houses were being built in Nebraska well into the 1880s OmahaHome
W HEN KURT AND BETH Bratches moved to Omaha from Connecticut just
over a year ago one of their must-haves was a home with a fireplace ldquoI grew up with a fireplacerdquo says Kurt owner of All Things Home a remodeling service
A former day trader Kurt and his family would often escape the buzz of Wall Street in
River Stone Fireplace
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OmahaHome dbullibullystory by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
the serene calm of the Adirondack Mountains where cozy lodge rooms were commanded by roaring stone fireplaces The Bratches chan-neled their vacation nostalgia as the focal point of the living room in their warm and inviting Country Club home
Built in 1932 the home needed a few updates ldquoThe fireplace was tragicrdquo Kurt says ldquoI tore everything outrdquo Beth an inte-rior designer with The Designers came up with the design
ldquoI always think itrsquos important to let the house speak to you a little bitrdquo she says ldquoThe paneling is not something we would have chosen I think it was done in the 60s but when you look at design thatrsquos kind of coming back Letrsquos just replicate that design there so it goes with the houserdquo she says
ldquoThe key is to update it without taking away the character and integrity of the houserdquo Kurt says He first used a hand chisel to take out the existing hearth ldquoThat was the un-fun part of it Itrsquos messyrdquo He then built the box and the surround For the mantle he used a piece of reclaimed cedar from a friendrsquos barn in Connecticut
He used mason screws to secure the box to the masonry ldquoThe idea is to put your fasteners on a spot that can be hiddenrdquo Kurt then used a sheet of birch over the top ldquoI laid it up like a frame and then I put the pieces in between it and framed it all outrdquo he says He finished it with crown molding and gave it a coat of satin paint ldquoSatin gives it a nice patinardquo
A tip from a pro Kurt first taped the dimensions of the fireplace on the floor to experiment with the stonersquos placement like putting together a puzzle ldquoThatrsquos how I figured out where everything was going to gordquo he says
The entire project cost $400 and took about a week to do ldquoYou buy quality lumber It just comes out betterrdquo he says
The cedar for the mantle wasnrsquot the only material that took a circuitous route to Omaha The Bratches collected the proj-ectrsquos river stones from such sites as the Long Island Sound Rhode Islandrsquos Block Island and Omaharsquos Standing Bear Lake One of the stones stands out among all others The one engraved with the word ldquohomerdquo was a gift from their daughter
The Bratchesrsquo self-styled river stone fire-place now serves as a visual collection of some of their favorite memorieshellipa love story writ-ten in stone OmahaHome
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H11
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Threads The Hottest Textile Trends
T HE FALL HIGH POINT Furniture Market was a mecca for the most seasoned of style-spotters We checked in with the professionals at Interiors
Joan amp Associates to learn more about the hottest textile trendsmdashand the technologies behind the manufacture of the fabrics that add both texture and timeliness to your decor OmahaHome
Odalisqueby Pollack
ldquoFamed furniture and boat designer Matthias Pliessnig also dabbles on occasion in textile art This dimen-sional fabric in a silkacrylic blend melds woodland themes with graceful nautical curves in evoking a soothingly organic motifrdquo Karie Boggs Allied ASID
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OmahaHome featurestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
Topsy Turvyby Architex
ldquoMade from recycled poly-ester this eco-friendly fabric boasts a patented Crypton finish that makes this tex-tile all but impervious to stains odors and mildew With great durability and light-fastness this fun fabric would be a good choice for heavy-use applications like pet beds and kidsrsquo booster seatsrdquo Karie Boggs Allied ASID
Pallas Faux Furby Zinc
ldquoSubtle markings and beautiful natural coloring create a luxuriously tactile experience in this faux fur Try this fabric on throw pillows to give a room just the right punch of dramardquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Dietyby Pollack
ldquoA true labor of love this silkcottonpoly blend uses a global village approach in its creation Handcrafted in India the pattern is first blocked in one village before being handed off to crafts-women in another who do the accent stitching Artisans in yet a third village apply the mirrored inlaysrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
Breathe Velvet Wild Flowerby Black Edition
ldquoThis work of art was cre-ated by Jessica Zoob The acclaimed British impres-sionist has been featured in countless home and design magazines and one of her most recent commissions is for a palace in Dubai Here her dappled paint strokes form a variegated composi-tion that is at once subtle and dramaticrdquo Beth Settles Allied ASID
Knightby Zinc
ldquoGlass beadsmdashvirtually zillions of themmdashare embed-ded in this metallic weave fabric The play of light and shadow creates a dazzlingly sensual treat in a texture that is still somehow remarkably soft to the touch This one is great for headboards cornice boards or oversized pillowsrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Incognitus Gildedby Concertex
ldquoThis metalized vinyl wonder may not be bullet-proof but itrsquos the next clos-est thing when it comes to homes with young children Crayons No prob Ballpoint ink A breeze Those dreaded Sharpies Thought you had us on that one didnrsquot you Just wipe with a dry clothrdquoKarie Boggs Allied ASID
Hopby Dedar Milano
ldquoThis 100 cotton fabric is best used on vertical surfaces Try this or any of the complementary hues in this line for the oval back of a chair or other accent piece Be sure to team it with a solid seat fabric that anchors the tone so as to deliver visual impact in small but powerful dosesrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
OmahaHome feature
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Kashmir Leafby Colefax and Fowler
ldquoEvoking an updated tree of life this beautifully embroi-dered linencottonviscose blend features a bold vine motif that is reminiscent of paisley This textile is par-ticularly suitable for decora-tive applications including draperiesrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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OmahaHome sandys makeoverstory by sandy besch-matson bull photography by bill sitzmann
T HIS QUICK AND VERSATILE weekend project from my day-thrifting turned out to be the
perfect storage solution for my little gems
WHAT YOUrsquoLL NEEDbull A piece of recycled furniturebull Patterned doormatbull Sandpaperbull Paintbull Sponge rollersbull Sealer
INSTRUCTIONSbull Remove hardwarebull Rough up the surface with
sandpaper taking the sheen offbull Select a paint that works best on
wood ProClassic from Sherwin Williams is a good choice
bull Use a sponge roller for painting the wood for a smooth finish Several coats works best
bull Center the doormat mat on the surfacebull Using spray paint apply several
light coats from all anglesbull Use spray sealer or a roll-on
sealer to the desired look bull Spice it up with some new hardware
Donrsquot throw away that now trashed door-mat just yet You can create a similar vibe in making dramatic wall art on wood panels
This time I went with a rich stain as the base of the artwork And donrsquot forget that your most hardware stores will cut a panel into four uniform pieces Stain the wood after sanding and rounding the corners just a bit Assemble the panels as though they were one contiguous piece again position your mat accordingly and get to work with your spray paint and sealer The needs of each space will vary but yoursquoll want to hang the panels with at least a two-inch gap between each panel OMAG
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If We Had Only Thought of Thathellip Ten Add-ons to
Consider in Your
New Home Before
itrsquos Too Late
A STITCH IN TIME SAVES ninerdquo But in the homebuild-ing world the old saying
might sound more like ldquoAn additional nine or so electrical outlets added before your new home is finished in time will save you from a lot of frustration and probably quite a few additional expenditures and certainly will ultimately reduce the number of petty argu-ments with your spouserdquo
You can decide which phrase is catchier The point If yoursquore building a new home take extra care to think of every possible place you could use an extra outlet spigot light switch drain jack closet or bowling alley before those walls are finished
ldquoItrsquos pretty frustrating if you have to go back in to add stuff right after you move inrdquo says Joe Rongisch owner of Vantage Design amp Construction in Omaha ldquoItrsquos doubly frus-trating when you realize how much more it costs to do it afterwardsrdquo
For example electrical outlets cost about $75 a piece to install as a home is being built To install an outlet after a home is completed usually runs more than $200 Rongisch says
With this in mind here are 10 common features you may want to consider before the drywall crew gets to your new home OmahaHome
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OmahaHome featurestory by robert nelson
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Marjorie K Daugherty Conservatory
Outlets in the closets
Rechargeable vacuums are handy
but they need a place to hide
Outlets in the bathroom
cabinets These allow you to hide
those electric toothbrushes
and razors
Extra electric outlets in the garage Yoursquoll probably feel the need to add some sort of workstation to your garage as time goes on Yoursquoll need outlets for that Also the cool kids on the block increasingly have televisions and refrigerators in their garage
Man Cave necessities And while yoursquore brainstorming guys consider these items for the basement Think of extra outlets plumbing for a wet bar outlets for alternate or multiple television positions (yes some guys are turning basements into sports bars) man mood lighting (for no better term) speaker niches and trophy and memorabilia shelving
Garbage disposal for your wet bar
(Or outlet for a later wet bar)
If you entertain those spent limes
and other fun foods could clog drains
1
2
3
4 5
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Lights under kitchen cabinets You donrsquot want to be dicing food in the dark
Pull out drawers in any empty spaces
Homeowners never wish they had less
storage space
A window in the garage Once you start working in the garage yoursquoll
quickly realize you need more light and more air movement
in that space
A water spigot in the garage Yoursquoll want to
be washing cars and cleaning the
grease and dirt off the garage floor
Simple enough but itrsquos often one of those amenities
overlooked until it is needed
Lights in the closets It helps to be able to see
the coat you want to wear
6
8
7
9
10
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OmahaHome feature
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From Pioneers to Prosciutto Fort Calhoun is on the rise
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OmahaHome neighborhood profilestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
U NTIL NOT THAT VERY long ago the only major rumbling in Fort Calhoun was the result of the teeth-shattering vibrations made by a never-end-
ing parade of 18-wheelers lumbering through town along the busy commercial corridor that is Highway 75
ldquoStraightening picture frames is a daily chore here at the museumrdquo explains Julie Ashton director of the Washington County Historical Association ldquoWe go through the space to straighten things that forever seem to be just a little out of whackrdquo gt
The rolling hills above Fort Calhoun offer spectacular vistas
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Joel and Scarlett Odvody
Becky and Penelope Odvody
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OmahaHome neighborhood profile
lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H25
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
H26 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home neighborhood profile
lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H27
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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Omaha Home neighborhood profile
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2011-20155 Years in a Row
Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more phots of Lester Katz and Jack Beckers home
H30 januaryfebruary bull 2015
by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
OmahaHome at home with
Scan the page with the
LayAR app to view a
gallery slider from our
shoot of the CO2 Building
I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H31
lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
H32 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHomeOmahaHome at home with
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januaryfebruary bull 2015 H33
lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
H34 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H35
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
Bank Job This converted
safe is now a funky
walk-in closet
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T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
a nice cup of tea to battle the malady known as cabin fever Check out this selection of utilitarian works of art the next time you read the tea leaves OMAG
1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
6 8
7
2
3
4
3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
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MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
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story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
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OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
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lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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OmahaHome transformations
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lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
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Omaha Home transformations
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Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
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The historic but quickly fading Bettison Mansion near Ashland Neb
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OmahaHome architectural stylesstory by robert nelson bull photography by bill sitzmann
Italianate At the Foundation of Nebraska
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H9
THE SPARE LINES OF General Crookrsquos frontier military home at Fort Omaha (Metro Community
College) donrsquot quite do justice to the Italianate form The most regal Italianate homes in Nebraskarsquos early days were built to send a message Itrsquos possible to thrive in the ldquoGreat American Desertrdquo and dangit wersquore here to stay
The list of Nebraska homes on the National Register of Historic Places is peppered with these tall stately boxes with flat roofs topped with square cupolas Most famous perhaps are the Butler Gillespie and Kennard houses near the Nebraska State Capitol in Lincoln In photos from around 1870 the three homes tower over empty prairie and a mostly paper town ldquoThey were built by promoters of Lincoln to say to people lsquoWe have confidence in this new town you should toorsquordquo says Jim Potter author and senior research historian for the Nebraska State Historical Society ldquoAll across the state you see town boosters using that big bold style to send a message about their townrdquo
Just to the west of Omaha on a hill south-east of Ashland not far from Mahoney State Park sits a long-silent relic of the early days of statehood The Bettison Mansion built in 1874 from limestone quarried near South Bend Neb has been in decline for decades and abandoned since the late 1990s Still preservationists continue to hope that some-one will buy and restore the fortress-like struc-ture ldquoItrsquos a special place not one that anyone would want to see lostrdquo Potter says
(For more information on the house visit ashlandhistoricalsocietyorg)
An Italianate field Guidebull Low-pitched or flat roofbull Balanced symmetrical
rectangular shapebull Tall appearance with two
three or four storiesbull Wide overhanging eaves with
brackets and cornicesbull Square cupolabull Porch topped with balustraded balconies
bull Tall narrow double-paned win-dows with hood moldings
bull Side bay windowbull Heavily molded double doorsbull Roman or segmented arches
above windows and doors
The Italianate style began in England in the 1840s For the previous two centuries English homes tended to be formal and classical in style Builders began to mimic the more fan-ciful design elements of Italian Renaissance villas Like Queen Anne and other architec-ture styles when the Italianate movement came to the United States it was reinterpreted again to create a uniquely American style
Italianate forms were fading from fash-ion along the coasts of the United States by the early 1870s But styles tended to arrive and stay later on the frontier Italianate houses were being built in Nebraska well into the 1880s OmahaHome
W HEN KURT AND BETH Bratches moved to Omaha from Connecticut just
over a year ago one of their must-haves was a home with a fireplace ldquoI grew up with a fireplacerdquo says Kurt owner of All Things Home a remodeling service
A former day trader Kurt and his family would often escape the buzz of Wall Street in
River Stone Fireplace
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OmahaHome dbullibullystory by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
the serene calm of the Adirondack Mountains where cozy lodge rooms were commanded by roaring stone fireplaces The Bratches chan-neled their vacation nostalgia as the focal point of the living room in their warm and inviting Country Club home
Built in 1932 the home needed a few updates ldquoThe fireplace was tragicrdquo Kurt says ldquoI tore everything outrdquo Beth an inte-rior designer with The Designers came up with the design
ldquoI always think itrsquos important to let the house speak to you a little bitrdquo she says ldquoThe paneling is not something we would have chosen I think it was done in the 60s but when you look at design thatrsquos kind of coming back Letrsquos just replicate that design there so it goes with the houserdquo she says
ldquoThe key is to update it without taking away the character and integrity of the houserdquo Kurt says He first used a hand chisel to take out the existing hearth ldquoThat was the un-fun part of it Itrsquos messyrdquo He then built the box and the surround For the mantle he used a piece of reclaimed cedar from a friendrsquos barn in Connecticut
He used mason screws to secure the box to the masonry ldquoThe idea is to put your fasteners on a spot that can be hiddenrdquo Kurt then used a sheet of birch over the top ldquoI laid it up like a frame and then I put the pieces in between it and framed it all outrdquo he says He finished it with crown molding and gave it a coat of satin paint ldquoSatin gives it a nice patinardquo
A tip from a pro Kurt first taped the dimensions of the fireplace on the floor to experiment with the stonersquos placement like putting together a puzzle ldquoThatrsquos how I figured out where everything was going to gordquo he says
The entire project cost $400 and took about a week to do ldquoYou buy quality lumber It just comes out betterrdquo he says
The cedar for the mantle wasnrsquot the only material that took a circuitous route to Omaha The Bratches collected the proj-ectrsquos river stones from such sites as the Long Island Sound Rhode Islandrsquos Block Island and Omaharsquos Standing Bear Lake One of the stones stands out among all others The one engraved with the word ldquohomerdquo was a gift from their daughter
The Bratchesrsquo self-styled river stone fire-place now serves as a visual collection of some of their favorite memorieshellipa love story writ-ten in stone OmahaHome
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Threads The Hottest Textile Trends
T HE FALL HIGH POINT Furniture Market was a mecca for the most seasoned of style-spotters We checked in with the professionals at Interiors
Joan amp Associates to learn more about the hottest textile trendsmdashand the technologies behind the manufacture of the fabrics that add both texture and timeliness to your decor OmahaHome
Odalisqueby Pollack
ldquoFamed furniture and boat designer Matthias Pliessnig also dabbles on occasion in textile art This dimen-sional fabric in a silkacrylic blend melds woodland themes with graceful nautical curves in evoking a soothingly organic motifrdquo Karie Boggs Allied ASID
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OmahaHome featurestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
Topsy Turvyby Architex
ldquoMade from recycled poly-ester this eco-friendly fabric boasts a patented Crypton finish that makes this tex-tile all but impervious to stains odors and mildew With great durability and light-fastness this fun fabric would be a good choice for heavy-use applications like pet beds and kidsrsquo booster seatsrdquo Karie Boggs Allied ASID
Pallas Faux Furby Zinc
ldquoSubtle markings and beautiful natural coloring create a luxuriously tactile experience in this faux fur Try this fabric on throw pillows to give a room just the right punch of dramardquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Dietyby Pollack
ldquoA true labor of love this silkcottonpoly blend uses a global village approach in its creation Handcrafted in India the pattern is first blocked in one village before being handed off to crafts-women in another who do the accent stitching Artisans in yet a third village apply the mirrored inlaysrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
Breathe Velvet Wild Flowerby Black Edition
ldquoThis work of art was cre-ated by Jessica Zoob The acclaimed British impres-sionist has been featured in countless home and design magazines and one of her most recent commissions is for a palace in Dubai Here her dappled paint strokes form a variegated composi-tion that is at once subtle and dramaticrdquo Beth Settles Allied ASID
Knightby Zinc
ldquoGlass beadsmdashvirtually zillions of themmdashare embed-ded in this metallic weave fabric The play of light and shadow creates a dazzlingly sensual treat in a texture that is still somehow remarkably soft to the touch This one is great for headboards cornice boards or oversized pillowsrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Incognitus Gildedby Concertex
ldquoThis metalized vinyl wonder may not be bullet-proof but itrsquos the next clos-est thing when it comes to homes with young children Crayons No prob Ballpoint ink A breeze Those dreaded Sharpies Thought you had us on that one didnrsquot you Just wipe with a dry clothrdquoKarie Boggs Allied ASID
Hopby Dedar Milano
ldquoThis 100 cotton fabric is best used on vertical surfaces Try this or any of the complementary hues in this line for the oval back of a chair or other accent piece Be sure to team it with a solid seat fabric that anchors the tone so as to deliver visual impact in small but powerful dosesrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
OmahaHome feature
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Kashmir Leafby Colefax and Fowler
ldquoEvoking an updated tree of life this beautifully embroi-dered linencottonviscose blend features a bold vine motif that is reminiscent of paisley This textile is par-ticularly suitable for decora-tive applications including draperiesrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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OmahaHome sandys makeoverstory by sandy besch-matson bull photography by bill sitzmann
T HIS QUICK AND VERSATILE weekend project from my day-thrifting turned out to be the
perfect storage solution for my little gems
WHAT YOUrsquoLL NEEDbull A piece of recycled furniturebull Patterned doormatbull Sandpaperbull Paintbull Sponge rollersbull Sealer
INSTRUCTIONSbull Remove hardwarebull Rough up the surface with
sandpaper taking the sheen offbull Select a paint that works best on
wood ProClassic from Sherwin Williams is a good choice
bull Use a sponge roller for painting the wood for a smooth finish Several coats works best
bull Center the doormat mat on the surfacebull Using spray paint apply several
light coats from all anglesbull Use spray sealer or a roll-on
sealer to the desired look bull Spice it up with some new hardware
Donrsquot throw away that now trashed door-mat just yet You can create a similar vibe in making dramatic wall art on wood panels
This time I went with a rich stain as the base of the artwork And donrsquot forget that your most hardware stores will cut a panel into four uniform pieces Stain the wood after sanding and rounding the corners just a bit Assemble the panels as though they were one contiguous piece again position your mat accordingly and get to work with your spray paint and sealer The needs of each space will vary but yoursquoll want to hang the panels with at least a two-inch gap between each panel OMAG
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H17
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If We Had Only Thought of Thathellip Ten Add-ons to
Consider in Your
New Home Before
itrsquos Too Late
A STITCH IN TIME SAVES ninerdquo But in the homebuild-ing world the old saying
might sound more like ldquoAn additional nine or so electrical outlets added before your new home is finished in time will save you from a lot of frustration and probably quite a few additional expenditures and certainly will ultimately reduce the number of petty argu-ments with your spouserdquo
You can decide which phrase is catchier The point If yoursquore building a new home take extra care to think of every possible place you could use an extra outlet spigot light switch drain jack closet or bowling alley before those walls are finished
ldquoItrsquos pretty frustrating if you have to go back in to add stuff right after you move inrdquo says Joe Rongisch owner of Vantage Design amp Construction in Omaha ldquoItrsquos doubly frus-trating when you realize how much more it costs to do it afterwardsrdquo
For example electrical outlets cost about $75 a piece to install as a home is being built To install an outlet after a home is completed usually runs more than $200 Rongisch says
With this in mind here are 10 common features you may want to consider before the drywall crew gets to your new home OmahaHome
H18 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome featurestory by robert nelson
Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more photos of the
Marjorie K Daugherty Conservatory
Outlets in the closets
Rechargeable vacuums are handy
but they need a place to hide
Outlets in the bathroom
cabinets These allow you to hide
those electric toothbrushes
and razors
Extra electric outlets in the garage Yoursquoll probably feel the need to add some sort of workstation to your garage as time goes on Yoursquoll need outlets for that Also the cool kids on the block increasingly have televisions and refrigerators in their garage
Man Cave necessities And while yoursquore brainstorming guys consider these items for the basement Think of extra outlets plumbing for a wet bar outlets for alternate or multiple television positions (yes some guys are turning basements into sports bars) man mood lighting (for no better term) speaker niches and trophy and memorabilia shelving
Garbage disposal for your wet bar
(Or outlet for a later wet bar)
If you entertain those spent limes
and other fun foods could clog drains
1
2
3
4 5
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H19
Lights under kitchen cabinets You donrsquot want to be dicing food in the dark
Pull out drawers in any empty spaces
Homeowners never wish they had less
storage space
A window in the garage Once you start working in the garage yoursquoll
quickly realize you need more light and more air movement
in that space
A water spigot in the garage Yoursquoll want to
be washing cars and cleaning the
grease and dirt off the garage floor
Simple enough but itrsquos often one of those amenities
overlooked until it is needed
Lights in the closets It helps to be able to see
the coat you want to wear
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8
7
9
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OmahaHome feature
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H21
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From Pioneers to Prosciutto Fort Calhoun is on the rise
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OmahaHome neighborhood profilestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
U NTIL NOT THAT VERY long ago the only major rumbling in Fort Calhoun was the result of the teeth-shattering vibrations made by a never-end-
ing parade of 18-wheelers lumbering through town along the busy commercial corridor that is Highway 75
ldquoStraightening picture frames is a daily chore here at the museumrdquo explains Julie Ashton director of the Washington County Historical Association ldquoWe go through the space to straighten things that forever seem to be just a little out of whackrdquo gt
The rolling hills above Fort Calhoun offer spectacular vistas
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lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
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lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
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lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
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lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
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OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
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5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
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6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
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3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
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OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
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We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
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OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
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lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
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THE SPARE LINES OF General Crookrsquos frontier military home at Fort Omaha (Metro Community
College) donrsquot quite do justice to the Italianate form The most regal Italianate homes in Nebraskarsquos early days were built to send a message Itrsquos possible to thrive in the ldquoGreat American Desertrdquo and dangit wersquore here to stay
The list of Nebraska homes on the National Register of Historic Places is peppered with these tall stately boxes with flat roofs topped with square cupolas Most famous perhaps are the Butler Gillespie and Kennard houses near the Nebraska State Capitol in Lincoln In photos from around 1870 the three homes tower over empty prairie and a mostly paper town ldquoThey were built by promoters of Lincoln to say to people lsquoWe have confidence in this new town you should toorsquordquo says Jim Potter author and senior research historian for the Nebraska State Historical Society ldquoAll across the state you see town boosters using that big bold style to send a message about their townrdquo
Just to the west of Omaha on a hill south-east of Ashland not far from Mahoney State Park sits a long-silent relic of the early days of statehood The Bettison Mansion built in 1874 from limestone quarried near South Bend Neb has been in decline for decades and abandoned since the late 1990s Still preservationists continue to hope that some-one will buy and restore the fortress-like struc-ture ldquoItrsquos a special place not one that anyone would want to see lostrdquo Potter says
(For more information on the house visit ashlandhistoricalsocietyorg)
An Italianate field Guidebull Low-pitched or flat roofbull Balanced symmetrical
rectangular shapebull Tall appearance with two
three or four storiesbull Wide overhanging eaves with
brackets and cornicesbull Square cupolabull Porch topped with balustraded balconies
bull Tall narrow double-paned win-dows with hood moldings
bull Side bay windowbull Heavily molded double doorsbull Roman or segmented arches
above windows and doors
The Italianate style began in England in the 1840s For the previous two centuries English homes tended to be formal and classical in style Builders began to mimic the more fan-ciful design elements of Italian Renaissance villas Like Queen Anne and other architec-ture styles when the Italianate movement came to the United States it was reinterpreted again to create a uniquely American style
Italianate forms were fading from fash-ion along the coasts of the United States by the early 1870s But styles tended to arrive and stay later on the frontier Italianate houses were being built in Nebraska well into the 1880s OmahaHome
W HEN KURT AND BETH Bratches moved to Omaha from Connecticut just
over a year ago one of their must-haves was a home with a fireplace ldquoI grew up with a fireplacerdquo says Kurt owner of All Things Home a remodeling service
A former day trader Kurt and his family would often escape the buzz of Wall Street in
River Stone Fireplace
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the serene calm of the Adirondack Mountains where cozy lodge rooms were commanded by roaring stone fireplaces The Bratches chan-neled their vacation nostalgia as the focal point of the living room in their warm and inviting Country Club home
Built in 1932 the home needed a few updates ldquoThe fireplace was tragicrdquo Kurt says ldquoI tore everything outrdquo Beth an inte-rior designer with The Designers came up with the design
ldquoI always think itrsquos important to let the house speak to you a little bitrdquo she says ldquoThe paneling is not something we would have chosen I think it was done in the 60s but when you look at design thatrsquos kind of coming back Letrsquos just replicate that design there so it goes with the houserdquo she says
ldquoThe key is to update it without taking away the character and integrity of the houserdquo Kurt says He first used a hand chisel to take out the existing hearth ldquoThat was the un-fun part of it Itrsquos messyrdquo He then built the box and the surround For the mantle he used a piece of reclaimed cedar from a friendrsquos barn in Connecticut
He used mason screws to secure the box to the masonry ldquoThe idea is to put your fasteners on a spot that can be hiddenrdquo Kurt then used a sheet of birch over the top ldquoI laid it up like a frame and then I put the pieces in between it and framed it all outrdquo he says He finished it with crown molding and gave it a coat of satin paint ldquoSatin gives it a nice patinardquo
A tip from a pro Kurt first taped the dimensions of the fireplace on the floor to experiment with the stonersquos placement like putting together a puzzle ldquoThatrsquos how I figured out where everything was going to gordquo he says
The entire project cost $400 and took about a week to do ldquoYou buy quality lumber It just comes out betterrdquo he says
The cedar for the mantle wasnrsquot the only material that took a circuitous route to Omaha The Bratches collected the proj-ectrsquos river stones from such sites as the Long Island Sound Rhode Islandrsquos Block Island and Omaharsquos Standing Bear Lake One of the stones stands out among all others The one engraved with the word ldquohomerdquo was a gift from their daughter
The Bratchesrsquo self-styled river stone fire-place now serves as a visual collection of some of their favorite memorieshellipa love story writ-ten in stone OmahaHome
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Threads The Hottest Textile Trends
T HE FALL HIGH POINT Furniture Market was a mecca for the most seasoned of style-spotters We checked in with the professionals at Interiors
Joan amp Associates to learn more about the hottest textile trendsmdashand the technologies behind the manufacture of the fabrics that add both texture and timeliness to your decor OmahaHome
Odalisqueby Pollack
ldquoFamed furniture and boat designer Matthias Pliessnig also dabbles on occasion in textile art This dimen-sional fabric in a silkacrylic blend melds woodland themes with graceful nautical curves in evoking a soothingly organic motifrdquo Karie Boggs Allied ASID
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Topsy Turvyby Architex
ldquoMade from recycled poly-ester this eco-friendly fabric boasts a patented Crypton finish that makes this tex-tile all but impervious to stains odors and mildew With great durability and light-fastness this fun fabric would be a good choice for heavy-use applications like pet beds and kidsrsquo booster seatsrdquo Karie Boggs Allied ASID
Pallas Faux Furby Zinc
ldquoSubtle markings and beautiful natural coloring create a luxuriously tactile experience in this faux fur Try this fabric on throw pillows to give a room just the right punch of dramardquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Dietyby Pollack
ldquoA true labor of love this silkcottonpoly blend uses a global village approach in its creation Handcrafted in India the pattern is first blocked in one village before being handed off to crafts-women in another who do the accent stitching Artisans in yet a third village apply the mirrored inlaysrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
Breathe Velvet Wild Flowerby Black Edition
ldquoThis work of art was cre-ated by Jessica Zoob The acclaimed British impres-sionist has been featured in countless home and design magazines and one of her most recent commissions is for a palace in Dubai Here her dappled paint strokes form a variegated composi-tion that is at once subtle and dramaticrdquo Beth Settles Allied ASID
Knightby Zinc
ldquoGlass beadsmdashvirtually zillions of themmdashare embed-ded in this metallic weave fabric The play of light and shadow creates a dazzlingly sensual treat in a texture that is still somehow remarkably soft to the touch This one is great for headboards cornice boards or oversized pillowsrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Incognitus Gildedby Concertex
ldquoThis metalized vinyl wonder may not be bullet-proof but itrsquos the next clos-est thing when it comes to homes with young children Crayons No prob Ballpoint ink A breeze Those dreaded Sharpies Thought you had us on that one didnrsquot you Just wipe with a dry clothrdquoKarie Boggs Allied ASID
Hopby Dedar Milano
ldquoThis 100 cotton fabric is best used on vertical surfaces Try this or any of the complementary hues in this line for the oval back of a chair or other accent piece Be sure to team it with a solid seat fabric that anchors the tone so as to deliver visual impact in small but powerful dosesrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
OmahaHome feature
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Kashmir Leafby Colefax and Fowler
ldquoEvoking an updated tree of life this beautifully embroi-dered linencottonviscose blend features a bold vine motif that is reminiscent of paisley This textile is par-ticularly suitable for decora-tive applications including draperiesrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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T HIS QUICK AND VERSATILE weekend project from my day-thrifting turned out to be the
perfect storage solution for my little gems
WHAT YOUrsquoLL NEEDbull A piece of recycled furniturebull Patterned doormatbull Sandpaperbull Paintbull Sponge rollersbull Sealer
INSTRUCTIONSbull Remove hardwarebull Rough up the surface with
sandpaper taking the sheen offbull Select a paint that works best on
wood ProClassic from Sherwin Williams is a good choice
bull Use a sponge roller for painting the wood for a smooth finish Several coats works best
bull Center the doormat mat on the surfacebull Using spray paint apply several
light coats from all anglesbull Use spray sealer or a roll-on
sealer to the desired look bull Spice it up with some new hardware
Donrsquot throw away that now trashed door-mat just yet You can create a similar vibe in making dramatic wall art on wood panels
This time I went with a rich stain as the base of the artwork And donrsquot forget that your most hardware stores will cut a panel into four uniform pieces Stain the wood after sanding and rounding the corners just a bit Assemble the panels as though they were one contiguous piece again position your mat accordingly and get to work with your spray paint and sealer The needs of each space will vary but yoursquoll want to hang the panels with at least a two-inch gap between each panel OMAG
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If We Had Only Thought of Thathellip Ten Add-ons to
Consider in Your
New Home Before
itrsquos Too Late
A STITCH IN TIME SAVES ninerdquo But in the homebuild-ing world the old saying
might sound more like ldquoAn additional nine or so electrical outlets added before your new home is finished in time will save you from a lot of frustration and probably quite a few additional expenditures and certainly will ultimately reduce the number of petty argu-ments with your spouserdquo
You can decide which phrase is catchier The point If yoursquore building a new home take extra care to think of every possible place you could use an extra outlet spigot light switch drain jack closet or bowling alley before those walls are finished
ldquoItrsquos pretty frustrating if you have to go back in to add stuff right after you move inrdquo says Joe Rongisch owner of Vantage Design amp Construction in Omaha ldquoItrsquos doubly frus-trating when you realize how much more it costs to do it afterwardsrdquo
For example electrical outlets cost about $75 a piece to install as a home is being built To install an outlet after a home is completed usually runs more than $200 Rongisch says
With this in mind here are 10 common features you may want to consider before the drywall crew gets to your new home OmahaHome
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OmahaHome featurestory by robert nelson
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Marjorie K Daugherty Conservatory
Outlets in the closets
Rechargeable vacuums are handy
but they need a place to hide
Outlets in the bathroom
cabinets These allow you to hide
those electric toothbrushes
and razors
Extra electric outlets in the garage Yoursquoll probably feel the need to add some sort of workstation to your garage as time goes on Yoursquoll need outlets for that Also the cool kids on the block increasingly have televisions and refrigerators in their garage
Man Cave necessities And while yoursquore brainstorming guys consider these items for the basement Think of extra outlets plumbing for a wet bar outlets for alternate or multiple television positions (yes some guys are turning basements into sports bars) man mood lighting (for no better term) speaker niches and trophy and memorabilia shelving
Garbage disposal for your wet bar
(Or outlet for a later wet bar)
If you entertain those spent limes
and other fun foods could clog drains
1
2
3
4 5
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Lights under kitchen cabinets You donrsquot want to be dicing food in the dark
Pull out drawers in any empty spaces
Homeowners never wish they had less
storage space
A window in the garage Once you start working in the garage yoursquoll
quickly realize you need more light and more air movement
in that space
A water spigot in the garage Yoursquoll want to
be washing cars and cleaning the
grease and dirt off the garage floor
Simple enough but itrsquos often one of those amenities
overlooked until it is needed
Lights in the closets It helps to be able to see
the coat you want to wear
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8
7
9
10
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From Pioneers to Prosciutto Fort Calhoun is on the rise
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OmahaHome neighborhood profilestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
U NTIL NOT THAT VERY long ago the only major rumbling in Fort Calhoun was the result of the teeth-shattering vibrations made by a never-end-
ing parade of 18-wheelers lumbering through town along the busy commercial corridor that is Highway 75
ldquoStraightening picture frames is a daily chore here at the museumrdquo explains Julie Ashton director of the Washington County Historical Association ldquoWe go through the space to straighten things that forever seem to be just a little out of whackrdquo gt
The rolling hills above Fort Calhoun offer spectacular vistas
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Joel and Scarlett Odvody
Becky and Penelope Odvody
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OmahaHome neighborhood profile
lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H25
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
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Omaha Home neighborhood profile
lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H27
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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Omaha Home neighborhood profile
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Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more phots of Lester Katz and Jack Beckers home
H30 januaryfebruary bull 2015
by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
OmahaHome at home with
Scan the page with the
LayAR app to view a
gallery slider from our
shoot of the CO2 Building
I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H31
lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
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OmahaHomeOmahaHome at home with
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januaryfebruary bull 2015 H33
lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
H34 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H35
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
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T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
a nice cup of tea to battle the malady known as cabin fever Check out this selection of utilitarian works of art the next time you read the tea leaves OMAG
1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
6 8
7
2
3
4
3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
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MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
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story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
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OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
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lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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OmahaHome transformations
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lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
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W HEN KURT AND BETH Bratches moved to Omaha from Connecticut just
over a year ago one of their must-haves was a home with a fireplace ldquoI grew up with a fireplacerdquo says Kurt owner of All Things Home a remodeling service
A former day trader Kurt and his family would often escape the buzz of Wall Street in
River Stone Fireplace
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OmahaHome dbullibullystory by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
the serene calm of the Adirondack Mountains where cozy lodge rooms were commanded by roaring stone fireplaces The Bratches chan-neled their vacation nostalgia as the focal point of the living room in their warm and inviting Country Club home
Built in 1932 the home needed a few updates ldquoThe fireplace was tragicrdquo Kurt says ldquoI tore everything outrdquo Beth an inte-rior designer with The Designers came up with the design
ldquoI always think itrsquos important to let the house speak to you a little bitrdquo she says ldquoThe paneling is not something we would have chosen I think it was done in the 60s but when you look at design thatrsquos kind of coming back Letrsquos just replicate that design there so it goes with the houserdquo she says
ldquoThe key is to update it without taking away the character and integrity of the houserdquo Kurt says He first used a hand chisel to take out the existing hearth ldquoThat was the un-fun part of it Itrsquos messyrdquo He then built the box and the surround For the mantle he used a piece of reclaimed cedar from a friendrsquos barn in Connecticut
He used mason screws to secure the box to the masonry ldquoThe idea is to put your fasteners on a spot that can be hiddenrdquo Kurt then used a sheet of birch over the top ldquoI laid it up like a frame and then I put the pieces in between it and framed it all outrdquo he says He finished it with crown molding and gave it a coat of satin paint ldquoSatin gives it a nice patinardquo
A tip from a pro Kurt first taped the dimensions of the fireplace on the floor to experiment with the stonersquos placement like putting together a puzzle ldquoThatrsquos how I figured out where everything was going to gordquo he says
The entire project cost $400 and took about a week to do ldquoYou buy quality lumber It just comes out betterrdquo he says
The cedar for the mantle wasnrsquot the only material that took a circuitous route to Omaha The Bratches collected the proj-ectrsquos river stones from such sites as the Long Island Sound Rhode Islandrsquos Block Island and Omaharsquos Standing Bear Lake One of the stones stands out among all others The one engraved with the word ldquohomerdquo was a gift from their daughter
The Bratchesrsquo self-styled river stone fire-place now serves as a visual collection of some of their favorite memorieshellipa love story writ-ten in stone OmahaHome
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Threads The Hottest Textile Trends
T HE FALL HIGH POINT Furniture Market was a mecca for the most seasoned of style-spotters We checked in with the professionals at Interiors
Joan amp Associates to learn more about the hottest textile trendsmdashand the technologies behind the manufacture of the fabrics that add both texture and timeliness to your decor OmahaHome
Odalisqueby Pollack
ldquoFamed furniture and boat designer Matthias Pliessnig also dabbles on occasion in textile art This dimen-sional fabric in a silkacrylic blend melds woodland themes with graceful nautical curves in evoking a soothingly organic motifrdquo Karie Boggs Allied ASID
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OmahaHome featurestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
Topsy Turvyby Architex
ldquoMade from recycled poly-ester this eco-friendly fabric boasts a patented Crypton finish that makes this tex-tile all but impervious to stains odors and mildew With great durability and light-fastness this fun fabric would be a good choice for heavy-use applications like pet beds and kidsrsquo booster seatsrdquo Karie Boggs Allied ASID
Pallas Faux Furby Zinc
ldquoSubtle markings and beautiful natural coloring create a luxuriously tactile experience in this faux fur Try this fabric on throw pillows to give a room just the right punch of dramardquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Dietyby Pollack
ldquoA true labor of love this silkcottonpoly blend uses a global village approach in its creation Handcrafted in India the pattern is first blocked in one village before being handed off to crafts-women in another who do the accent stitching Artisans in yet a third village apply the mirrored inlaysrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
Breathe Velvet Wild Flowerby Black Edition
ldquoThis work of art was cre-ated by Jessica Zoob The acclaimed British impres-sionist has been featured in countless home and design magazines and one of her most recent commissions is for a palace in Dubai Here her dappled paint strokes form a variegated composi-tion that is at once subtle and dramaticrdquo Beth Settles Allied ASID
Knightby Zinc
ldquoGlass beadsmdashvirtually zillions of themmdashare embed-ded in this metallic weave fabric The play of light and shadow creates a dazzlingly sensual treat in a texture that is still somehow remarkably soft to the touch This one is great for headboards cornice boards or oversized pillowsrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Incognitus Gildedby Concertex
ldquoThis metalized vinyl wonder may not be bullet-proof but itrsquos the next clos-est thing when it comes to homes with young children Crayons No prob Ballpoint ink A breeze Those dreaded Sharpies Thought you had us on that one didnrsquot you Just wipe with a dry clothrdquoKarie Boggs Allied ASID
Hopby Dedar Milano
ldquoThis 100 cotton fabric is best used on vertical surfaces Try this or any of the complementary hues in this line for the oval back of a chair or other accent piece Be sure to team it with a solid seat fabric that anchors the tone so as to deliver visual impact in small but powerful dosesrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
OmahaHome feature
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H15
Kashmir Leafby Colefax and Fowler
ldquoEvoking an updated tree of life this beautifully embroi-dered linencottonviscose blend features a bold vine motif that is reminiscent of paisley This textile is par-ticularly suitable for decora-tive applications including draperiesrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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OmahaHome sandys makeoverstory by sandy besch-matson bull photography by bill sitzmann
T HIS QUICK AND VERSATILE weekend project from my day-thrifting turned out to be the
perfect storage solution for my little gems
WHAT YOUrsquoLL NEEDbull A piece of recycled furniturebull Patterned doormatbull Sandpaperbull Paintbull Sponge rollersbull Sealer
INSTRUCTIONSbull Remove hardwarebull Rough up the surface with
sandpaper taking the sheen offbull Select a paint that works best on
wood ProClassic from Sherwin Williams is a good choice
bull Use a sponge roller for painting the wood for a smooth finish Several coats works best
bull Center the doormat mat on the surfacebull Using spray paint apply several
light coats from all anglesbull Use spray sealer or a roll-on
sealer to the desired look bull Spice it up with some new hardware
Donrsquot throw away that now trashed door-mat just yet You can create a similar vibe in making dramatic wall art on wood panels
This time I went with a rich stain as the base of the artwork And donrsquot forget that your most hardware stores will cut a panel into four uniform pieces Stain the wood after sanding and rounding the corners just a bit Assemble the panels as though they were one contiguous piece again position your mat accordingly and get to work with your spray paint and sealer The needs of each space will vary but yoursquoll want to hang the panels with at least a two-inch gap between each panel OMAG
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If We Had Only Thought of Thathellip Ten Add-ons to
Consider in Your
New Home Before
itrsquos Too Late
A STITCH IN TIME SAVES ninerdquo But in the homebuild-ing world the old saying
might sound more like ldquoAn additional nine or so electrical outlets added before your new home is finished in time will save you from a lot of frustration and probably quite a few additional expenditures and certainly will ultimately reduce the number of petty argu-ments with your spouserdquo
You can decide which phrase is catchier The point If yoursquore building a new home take extra care to think of every possible place you could use an extra outlet spigot light switch drain jack closet or bowling alley before those walls are finished
ldquoItrsquos pretty frustrating if you have to go back in to add stuff right after you move inrdquo says Joe Rongisch owner of Vantage Design amp Construction in Omaha ldquoItrsquos doubly frus-trating when you realize how much more it costs to do it afterwardsrdquo
For example electrical outlets cost about $75 a piece to install as a home is being built To install an outlet after a home is completed usually runs more than $200 Rongisch says
With this in mind here are 10 common features you may want to consider before the drywall crew gets to your new home OmahaHome
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OmahaHome featurestory by robert nelson
Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more photos of the
Marjorie K Daugherty Conservatory
Outlets in the closets
Rechargeable vacuums are handy
but they need a place to hide
Outlets in the bathroom
cabinets These allow you to hide
those electric toothbrushes
and razors
Extra electric outlets in the garage Yoursquoll probably feel the need to add some sort of workstation to your garage as time goes on Yoursquoll need outlets for that Also the cool kids on the block increasingly have televisions and refrigerators in their garage
Man Cave necessities And while yoursquore brainstorming guys consider these items for the basement Think of extra outlets plumbing for a wet bar outlets for alternate or multiple television positions (yes some guys are turning basements into sports bars) man mood lighting (for no better term) speaker niches and trophy and memorabilia shelving
Garbage disposal for your wet bar
(Or outlet for a later wet bar)
If you entertain those spent limes
and other fun foods could clog drains
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2
3
4 5
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Lights under kitchen cabinets You donrsquot want to be dicing food in the dark
Pull out drawers in any empty spaces
Homeowners never wish they had less
storage space
A window in the garage Once you start working in the garage yoursquoll
quickly realize you need more light and more air movement
in that space
A water spigot in the garage Yoursquoll want to
be washing cars and cleaning the
grease and dirt off the garage floor
Simple enough but itrsquos often one of those amenities
overlooked until it is needed
Lights in the closets It helps to be able to see
the coat you want to wear
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8
7
9
10
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OmahaHome feature
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From Pioneers to Prosciutto Fort Calhoun is on the rise
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OmahaHome neighborhood profilestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
U NTIL NOT THAT VERY long ago the only major rumbling in Fort Calhoun was the result of the teeth-shattering vibrations made by a never-end-
ing parade of 18-wheelers lumbering through town along the busy commercial corridor that is Highway 75
ldquoStraightening picture frames is a daily chore here at the museumrdquo explains Julie Ashton director of the Washington County Historical Association ldquoWe go through the space to straighten things that forever seem to be just a little out of whackrdquo gt
The rolling hills above Fort Calhoun offer spectacular vistas
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Joel and Scarlett Odvody
Becky and Penelope Odvody
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OmahaHome neighborhood profile
lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H25
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Mon - Thurs 10 am to 530 pm bull Fri 10 am to 5 pm bull Sat 10 am to 4 pm Closed on Sundays
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wwwrainbowartisticglasscom
Shatter the ordinarybull Design custom installations
(kitchen amp bath tiles sinks stained glass windows)bull Install glass for cabinet doorsbull Hold team building workshopsbull Rent kiln time amp studio space
Mon - Thurs 10 am to 530 pm bull Fri 10 am to 5 pm bull Sat 10 am to 4 pm Closed on Sundays
3709 S 138 St Omaha NE 68144402-330-7676rainbowglassgmailcom
wwwrainbowartisticglasscom
Shatter the ordinarybull Design custom installations
(kitchen amp bath tiles sinks stained glass windows)bull Install glass for cabinet doorsbull Hold team building workshopsbull Rent kiln time amp studio space
Mon - Thurs 10 am to 530 pm bull Fri 10 am to 5 pm bull Sat 10 am to 4 pm Closed on Sundays
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
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lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more phots of Lester Katz and Jack Beckers home
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I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
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lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
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lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
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OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
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T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
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1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
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3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
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OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
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We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
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OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
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lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
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the serene calm of the Adirondack Mountains where cozy lodge rooms were commanded by roaring stone fireplaces The Bratches chan-neled their vacation nostalgia as the focal point of the living room in their warm and inviting Country Club home
Built in 1932 the home needed a few updates ldquoThe fireplace was tragicrdquo Kurt says ldquoI tore everything outrdquo Beth an inte-rior designer with The Designers came up with the design
ldquoI always think itrsquos important to let the house speak to you a little bitrdquo she says ldquoThe paneling is not something we would have chosen I think it was done in the 60s but when you look at design thatrsquos kind of coming back Letrsquos just replicate that design there so it goes with the houserdquo she says
ldquoThe key is to update it without taking away the character and integrity of the houserdquo Kurt says He first used a hand chisel to take out the existing hearth ldquoThat was the un-fun part of it Itrsquos messyrdquo He then built the box and the surround For the mantle he used a piece of reclaimed cedar from a friendrsquos barn in Connecticut
He used mason screws to secure the box to the masonry ldquoThe idea is to put your fasteners on a spot that can be hiddenrdquo Kurt then used a sheet of birch over the top ldquoI laid it up like a frame and then I put the pieces in between it and framed it all outrdquo he says He finished it with crown molding and gave it a coat of satin paint ldquoSatin gives it a nice patinardquo
A tip from a pro Kurt first taped the dimensions of the fireplace on the floor to experiment with the stonersquos placement like putting together a puzzle ldquoThatrsquos how I figured out where everything was going to gordquo he says
The entire project cost $400 and took about a week to do ldquoYou buy quality lumber It just comes out betterrdquo he says
The cedar for the mantle wasnrsquot the only material that took a circuitous route to Omaha The Bratches collected the proj-ectrsquos river stones from such sites as the Long Island Sound Rhode Islandrsquos Block Island and Omaharsquos Standing Bear Lake One of the stones stands out among all others The one engraved with the word ldquohomerdquo was a gift from their daughter
The Bratchesrsquo self-styled river stone fire-place now serves as a visual collection of some of their favorite memorieshellipa love story writ-ten in stone OmahaHome
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T HE FALL HIGH POINT Furniture Market was a mecca for the most seasoned of style-spotters We checked in with the professionals at Interiors
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ldquoFamed furniture and boat designer Matthias Pliessnig also dabbles on occasion in textile art This dimen-sional fabric in a silkacrylic blend melds woodland themes with graceful nautical curves in evoking a soothingly organic motifrdquo Karie Boggs Allied ASID
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OmahaHome featurestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
Topsy Turvyby Architex
ldquoMade from recycled poly-ester this eco-friendly fabric boasts a patented Crypton finish that makes this tex-tile all but impervious to stains odors and mildew With great durability and light-fastness this fun fabric would be a good choice for heavy-use applications like pet beds and kidsrsquo booster seatsrdquo Karie Boggs Allied ASID
Pallas Faux Furby Zinc
ldquoSubtle markings and beautiful natural coloring create a luxuriously tactile experience in this faux fur Try this fabric on throw pillows to give a room just the right punch of dramardquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Dietyby Pollack
ldquoA true labor of love this silkcottonpoly blend uses a global village approach in its creation Handcrafted in India the pattern is first blocked in one village before being handed off to crafts-women in another who do the accent stitching Artisans in yet a third village apply the mirrored inlaysrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
Breathe Velvet Wild Flowerby Black Edition
ldquoThis work of art was cre-ated by Jessica Zoob The acclaimed British impres-sionist has been featured in countless home and design magazines and one of her most recent commissions is for a palace in Dubai Here her dappled paint strokes form a variegated composi-tion that is at once subtle and dramaticrdquo Beth Settles Allied ASID
Knightby Zinc
ldquoGlass beadsmdashvirtually zillions of themmdashare embed-ded in this metallic weave fabric The play of light and shadow creates a dazzlingly sensual treat in a texture that is still somehow remarkably soft to the touch This one is great for headboards cornice boards or oversized pillowsrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Incognitus Gildedby Concertex
ldquoThis metalized vinyl wonder may not be bullet-proof but itrsquos the next clos-est thing when it comes to homes with young children Crayons No prob Ballpoint ink A breeze Those dreaded Sharpies Thought you had us on that one didnrsquot you Just wipe with a dry clothrdquoKarie Boggs Allied ASID
Hopby Dedar Milano
ldquoThis 100 cotton fabric is best used on vertical surfaces Try this or any of the complementary hues in this line for the oval back of a chair or other accent piece Be sure to team it with a solid seat fabric that anchors the tone so as to deliver visual impact in small but powerful dosesrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
OmahaHome feature
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Kashmir Leafby Colefax and Fowler
ldquoEvoking an updated tree of life this beautifully embroi-dered linencottonviscose blend features a bold vine motif that is reminiscent of paisley This textile is par-ticularly suitable for decora-tive applications including draperiesrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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OmahaHome sandys makeoverstory by sandy besch-matson bull photography by bill sitzmann
T HIS QUICK AND VERSATILE weekend project from my day-thrifting turned out to be the
perfect storage solution for my little gems
WHAT YOUrsquoLL NEEDbull A piece of recycled furniturebull Patterned doormatbull Sandpaperbull Paintbull Sponge rollersbull Sealer
INSTRUCTIONSbull Remove hardwarebull Rough up the surface with
sandpaper taking the sheen offbull Select a paint that works best on
wood ProClassic from Sherwin Williams is a good choice
bull Use a sponge roller for painting the wood for a smooth finish Several coats works best
bull Center the doormat mat on the surfacebull Using spray paint apply several
light coats from all anglesbull Use spray sealer or a roll-on
sealer to the desired look bull Spice it up with some new hardware
Donrsquot throw away that now trashed door-mat just yet You can create a similar vibe in making dramatic wall art on wood panels
This time I went with a rich stain as the base of the artwork And donrsquot forget that your most hardware stores will cut a panel into four uniform pieces Stain the wood after sanding and rounding the corners just a bit Assemble the panels as though they were one contiguous piece again position your mat accordingly and get to work with your spray paint and sealer The needs of each space will vary but yoursquoll want to hang the panels with at least a two-inch gap between each panel OMAG
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If We Had Only Thought of Thathellip Ten Add-ons to
Consider in Your
New Home Before
itrsquos Too Late
A STITCH IN TIME SAVES ninerdquo But in the homebuild-ing world the old saying
might sound more like ldquoAn additional nine or so electrical outlets added before your new home is finished in time will save you from a lot of frustration and probably quite a few additional expenditures and certainly will ultimately reduce the number of petty argu-ments with your spouserdquo
You can decide which phrase is catchier The point If yoursquore building a new home take extra care to think of every possible place you could use an extra outlet spigot light switch drain jack closet or bowling alley before those walls are finished
ldquoItrsquos pretty frustrating if you have to go back in to add stuff right after you move inrdquo says Joe Rongisch owner of Vantage Design amp Construction in Omaha ldquoItrsquos doubly frus-trating when you realize how much more it costs to do it afterwardsrdquo
For example electrical outlets cost about $75 a piece to install as a home is being built To install an outlet after a home is completed usually runs more than $200 Rongisch says
With this in mind here are 10 common features you may want to consider before the drywall crew gets to your new home OmahaHome
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OmahaHome featurestory by robert nelson
Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more photos of the
Marjorie K Daugherty Conservatory
Outlets in the closets
Rechargeable vacuums are handy
but they need a place to hide
Outlets in the bathroom
cabinets These allow you to hide
those electric toothbrushes
and razors
Extra electric outlets in the garage Yoursquoll probably feel the need to add some sort of workstation to your garage as time goes on Yoursquoll need outlets for that Also the cool kids on the block increasingly have televisions and refrigerators in their garage
Man Cave necessities And while yoursquore brainstorming guys consider these items for the basement Think of extra outlets plumbing for a wet bar outlets for alternate or multiple television positions (yes some guys are turning basements into sports bars) man mood lighting (for no better term) speaker niches and trophy and memorabilia shelving
Garbage disposal for your wet bar
(Or outlet for a later wet bar)
If you entertain those spent limes
and other fun foods could clog drains
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2
3
4 5
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Lights under kitchen cabinets You donrsquot want to be dicing food in the dark
Pull out drawers in any empty spaces
Homeowners never wish they had less
storage space
A window in the garage Once you start working in the garage yoursquoll
quickly realize you need more light and more air movement
in that space
A water spigot in the garage Yoursquoll want to
be washing cars and cleaning the
grease and dirt off the garage floor
Simple enough but itrsquos often one of those amenities
overlooked until it is needed
Lights in the closets It helps to be able to see
the coat you want to wear
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OmahaHome feature
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From Pioneers to Prosciutto Fort Calhoun is on the rise
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OmahaHome neighborhood profilestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
U NTIL NOT THAT VERY long ago the only major rumbling in Fort Calhoun was the result of the teeth-shattering vibrations made by a never-end-
ing parade of 18-wheelers lumbering through town along the busy commercial corridor that is Highway 75
ldquoStraightening picture frames is a daily chore here at the museumrdquo explains Julie Ashton director of the Washington County Historical Association ldquoWe go through the space to straighten things that forever seem to be just a little out of whackrdquo gt
The rolling hills above Fort Calhoun offer spectacular vistas
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Joel and Scarlett Odvody
Becky and Penelope Odvody
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OmahaHome neighborhood profile
lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
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Omaha Home neighborhood profile
lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more phots of Lester Katz and Jack Beckers home
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by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
OmahaHome at home with
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I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H31
lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
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OmahaHomeOmahaHome at home with
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lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
H34 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H35
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
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1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
6 8
7
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3
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3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
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MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
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story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
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lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
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made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
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Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
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Threads The Hottest Textile Trends
T HE FALL HIGH POINT Furniture Market was a mecca for the most seasoned of style-spotters We checked in with the professionals at Interiors
Joan amp Associates to learn more about the hottest textile trendsmdashand the technologies behind the manufacture of the fabrics that add both texture and timeliness to your decor OmahaHome
Odalisqueby Pollack
ldquoFamed furniture and boat designer Matthias Pliessnig also dabbles on occasion in textile art This dimen-sional fabric in a silkacrylic blend melds woodland themes with graceful nautical curves in evoking a soothingly organic motifrdquo Karie Boggs Allied ASID
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Topsy Turvyby Architex
ldquoMade from recycled poly-ester this eco-friendly fabric boasts a patented Crypton finish that makes this tex-tile all but impervious to stains odors and mildew With great durability and light-fastness this fun fabric would be a good choice for heavy-use applications like pet beds and kidsrsquo booster seatsrdquo Karie Boggs Allied ASID
Pallas Faux Furby Zinc
ldquoSubtle markings and beautiful natural coloring create a luxuriously tactile experience in this faux fur Try this fabric on throw pillows to give a room just the right punch of dramardquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Dietyby Pollack
ldquoA true labor of love this silkcottonpoly blend uses a global village approach in its creation Handcrafted in India the pattern is first blocked in one village before being handed off to crafts-women in another who do the accent stitching Artisans in yet a third village apply the mirrored inlaysrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
Breathe Velvet Wild Flowerby Black Edition
ldquoThis work of art was cre-ated by Jessica Zoob The acclaimed British impres-sionist has been featured in countless home and design magazines and one of her most recent commissions is for a palace in Dubai Here her dappled paint strokes form a variegated composi-tion that is at once subtle and dramaticrdquo Beth Settles Allied ASID
Knightby Zinc
ldquoGlass beadsmdashvirtually zillions of themmdashare embed-ded in this metallic weave fabric The play of light and shadow creates a dazzlingly sensual treat in a texture that is still somehow remarkably soft to the touch This one is great for headboards cornice boards or oversized pillowsrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Incognitus Gildedby Concertex
ldquoThis metalized vinyl wonder may not be bullet-proof but itrsquos the next clos-est thing when it comes to homes with young children Crayons No prob Ballpoint ink A breeze Those dreaded Sharpies Thought you had us on that one didnrsquot you Just wipe with a dry clothrdquoKarie Boggs Allied ASID
Hopby Dedar Milano
ldquoThis 100 cotton fabric is best used on vertical surfaces Try this or any of the complementary hues in this line for the oval back of a chair or other accent piece Be sure to team it with a solid seat fabric that anchors the tone so as to deliver visual impact in small but powerful dosesrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
OmahaHome feature
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Kashmir Leafby Colefax and Fowler
ldquoEvoking an updated tree of life this beautifully embroi-dered linencottonviscose blend features a bold vine motif that is reminiscent of paisley This textile is par-ticularly suitable for decora-tive applications including draperiesrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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OmahaHome sandys makeoverstory by sandy besch-matson bull photography by bill sitzmann
T HIS QUICK AND VERSATILE weekend project from my day-thrifting turned out to be the
perfect storage solution for my little gems
WHAT YOUrsquoLL NEEDbull A piece of recycled furniturebull Patterned doormatbull Sandpaperbull Paintbull Sponge rollersbull Sealer
INSTRUCTIONSbull Remove hardwarebull Rough up the surface with
sandpaper taking the sheen offbull Select a paint that works best on
wood ProClassic from Sherwin Williams is a good choice
bull Use a sponge roller for painting the wood for a smooth finish Several coats works best
bull Center the doormat mat on the surfacebull Using spray paint apply several
light coats from all anglesbull Use spray sealer or a roll-on
sealer to the desired look bull Spice it up with some new hardware
Donrsquot throw away that now trashed door-mat just yet You can create a similar vibe in making dramatic wall art on wood panels
This time I went with a rich stain as the base of the artwork And donrsquot forget that your most hardware stores will cut a panel into four uniform pieces Stain the wood after sanding and rounding the corners just a bit Assemble the panels as though they were one contiguous piece again position your mat accordingly and get to work with your spray paint and sealer The needs of each space will vary but yoursquoll want to hang the panels with at least a two-inch gap between each panel OMAG
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If We Had Only Thought of Thathellip Ten Add-ons to
Consider in Your
New Home Before
itrsquos Too Late
A STITCH IN TIME SAVES ninerdquo But in the homebuild-ing world the old saying
might sound more like ldquoAn additional nine or so electrical outlets added before your new home is finished in time will save you from a lot of frustration and probably quite a few additional expenditures and certainly will ultimately reduce the number of petty argu-ments with your spouserdquo
You can decide which phrase is catchier The point If yoursquore building a new home take extra care to think of every possible place you could use an extra outlet spigot light switch drain jack closet or bowling alley before those walls are finished
ldquoItrsquos pretty frustrating if you have to go back in to add stuff right after you move inrdquo says Joe Rongisch owner of Vantage Design amp Construction in Omaha ldquoItrsquos doubly frus-trating when you realize how much more it costs to do it afterwardsrdquo
For example electrical outlets cost about $75 a piece to install as a home is being built To install an outlet after a home is completed usually runs more than $200 Rongisch says
With this in mind here are 10 common features you may want to consider before the drywall crew gets to your new home OmahaHome
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OmahaHome featurestory by robert nelson
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Marjorie K Daugherty Conservatory
Outlets in the closets
Rechargeable vacuums are handy
but they need a place to hide
Outlets in the bathroom
cabinets These allow you to hide
those electric toothbrushes
and razors
Extra electric outlets in the garage Yoursquoll probably feel the need to add some sort of workstation to your garage as time goes on Yoursquoll need outlets for that Also the cool kids on the block increasingly have televisions and refrigerators in their garage
Man Cave necessities And while yoursquore brainstorming guys consider these items for the basement Think of extra outlets plumbing for a wet bar outlets for alternate or multiple television positions (yes some guys are turning basements into sports bars) man mood lighting (for no better term) speaker niches and trophy and memorabilia shelving
Garbage disposal for your wet bar
(Or outlet for a later wet bar)
If you entertain those spent limes
and other fun foods could clog drains
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2
3
4 5
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Lights under kitchen cabinets You donrsquot want to be dicing food in the dark
Pull out drawers in any empty spaces
Homeowners never wish they had less
storage space
A window in the garage Once you start working in the garage yoursquoll
quickly realize you need more light and more air movement
in that space
A water spigot in the garage Yoursquoll want to
be washing cars and cleaning the
grease and dirt off the garage floor
Simple enough but itrsquos often one of those amenities
overlooked until it is needed
Lights in the closets It helps to be able to see
the coat you want to wear
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From Pioneers to Prosciutto Fort Calhoun is on the rise
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OmahaHome neighborhood profilestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
U NTIL NOT THAT VERY long ago the only major rumbling in Fort Calhoun was the result of the teeth-shattering vibrations made by a never-end-
ing parade of 18-wheelers lumbering through town along the busy commercial corridor that is Highway 75
ldquoStraightening picture frames is a daily chore here at the museumrdquo explains Julie Ashton director of the Washington County Historical Association ldquoWe go through the space to straighten things that forever seem to be just a little out of whackrdquo gt
The rolling hills above Fort Calhoun offer spectacular vistas
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Joel and Scarlett Odvody
Becky and Penelope Odvody
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OmahaHome neighborhood profile
lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
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Omaha Home neighborhood profile
lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more phots of Lester Katz and Jack Beckers home
H30 januaryfebruary bull 2015
by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
OmahaHome at home with
Scan the page with the
LayAR app to view a
gallery slider from our
shoot of the CO2 Building
I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H31
lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
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OmahaHomeOmahaHome at home with
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januaryfebruary bull 2015 H33
lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
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OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
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T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
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1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
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3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
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MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
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story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H45
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OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
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lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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OmahaHome transformations
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lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
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Pallas Faux Furby Zinc
ldquoSubtle markings and beautiful natural coloring create a luxuriously tactile experience in this faux fur Try this fabric on throw pillows to give a room just the right punch of dramardquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Dietyby Pollack
ldquoA true labor of love this silkcottonpoly blend uses a global village approach in its creation Handcrafted in India the pattern is first blocked in one village before being handed off to crafts-women in another who do the accent stitching Artisans in yet a third village apply the mirrored inlaysrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
Breathe Velvet Wild Flowerby Black Edition
ldquoThis work of art was cre-ated by Jessica Zoob The acclaimed British impres-sionist has been featured in countless home and design magazines and one of her most recent commissions is for a palace in Dubai Here her dappled paint strokes form a variegated composi-tion that is at once subtle and dramaticrdquo Beth Settles Allied ASID
Knightby Zinc
ldquoGlass beadsmdashvirtually zillions of themmdashare embed-ded in this metallic weave fabric The play of light and shadow creates a dazzlingly sensual treat in a texture that is still somehow remarkably soft to the touch This one is great for headboards cornice boards or oversized pillowsrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Incognitus Gildedby Concertex
ldquoThis metalized vinyl wonder may not be bullet-proof but itrsquos the next clos-est thing when it comes to homes with young children Crayons No prob Ballpoint ink A breeze Those dreaded Sharpies Thought you had us on that one didnrsquot you Just wipe with a dry clothrdquoKarie Boggs Allied ASID
Hopby Dedar Milano
ldquoThis 100 cotton fabric is best used on vertical surfaces Try this or any of the complementary hues in this line for the oval back of a chair or other accent piece Be sure to team it with a solid seat fabric that anchors the tone so as to deliver visual impact in small but powerful dosesrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
OmahaHome feature
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Kashmir Leafby Colefax and Fowler
ldquoEvoking an updated tree of life this beautifully embroi-dered linencottonviscose blend features a bold vine motif that is reminiscent of paisley This textile is par-ticularly suitable for decora-tive applications including draperiesrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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OmahaHome sandys makeoverstory by sandy besch-matson bull photography by bill sitzmann
T HIS QUICK AND VERSATILE weekend project from my day-thrifting turned out to be the
perfect storage solution for my little gems
WHAT YOUrsquoLL NEEDbull A piece of recycled furniturebull Patterned doormatbull Sandpaperbull Paintbull Sponge rollersbull Sealer
INSTRUCTIONSbull Remove hardwarebull Rough up the surface with
sandpaper taking the sheen offbull Select a paint that works best on
wood ProClassic from Sherwin Williams is a good choice
bull Use a sponge roller for painting the wood for a smooth finish Several coats works best
bull Center the doormat mat on the surfacebull Using spray paint apply several
light coats from all anglesbull Use spray sealer or a roll-on
sealer to the desired look bull Spice it up with some new hardware
Donrsquot throw away that now trashed door-mat just yet You can create a similar vibe in making dramatic wall art on wood panels
This time I went with a rich stain as the base of the artwork And donrsquot forget that your most hardware stores will cut a panel into four uniform pieces Stain the wood after sanding and rounding the corners just a bit Assemble the panels as though they were one contiguous piece again position your mat accordingly and get to work with your spray paint and sealer The needs of each space will vary but yoursquoll want to hang the panels with at least a two-inch gap between each panel OMAG
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If We Had Only Thought of Thathellip Ten Add-ons to
Consider in Your
New Home Before
itrsquos Too Late
A STITCH IN TIME SAVES ninerdquo But in the homebuild-ing world the old saying
might sound more like ldquoAn additional nine or so electrical outlets added before your new home is finished in time will save you from a lot of frustration and probably quite a few additional expenditures and certainly will ultimately reduce the number of petty argu-ments with your spouserdquo
You can decide which phrase is catchier The point If yoursquore building a new home take extra care to think of every possible place you could use an extra outlet spigot light switch drain jack closet or bowling alley before those walls are finished
ldquoItrsquos pretty frustrating if you have to go back in to add stuff right after you move inrdquo says Joe Rongisch owner of Vantage Design amp Construction in Omaha ldquoItrsquos doubly frus-trating when you realize how much more it costs to do it afterwardsrdquo
For example electrical outlets cost about $75 a piece to install as a home is being built To install an outlet after a home is completed usually runs more than $200 Rongisch says
With this in mind here are 10 common features you may want to consider before the drywall crew gets to your new home OmahaHome
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OmahaHome featurestory by robert nelson
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Marjorie K Daugherty Conservatory
Outlets in the closets
Rechargeable vacuums are handy
but they need a place to hide
Outlets in the bathroom
cabinets These allow you to hide
those electric toothbrushes
and razors
Extra electric outlets in the garage Yoursquoll probably feel the need to add some sort of workstation to your garage as time goes on Yoursquoll need outlets for that Also the cool kids on the block increasingly have televisions and refrigerators in their garage
Man Cave necessities And while yoursquore brainstorming guys consider these items for the basement Think of extra outlets plumbing for a wet bar outlets for alternate or multiple television positions (yes some guys are turning basements into sports bars) man mood lighting (for no better term) speaker niches and trophy and memorabilia shelving
Garbage disposal for your wet bar
(Or outlet for a later wet bar)
If you entertain those spent limes
and other fun foods could clog drains
1
2
3
4 5
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H19
Lights under kitchen cabinets You donrsquot want to be dicing food in the dark
Pull out drawers in any empty spaces
Homeowners never wish they had less
storage space
A window in the garage Once you start working in the garage yoursquoll
quickly realize you need more light and more air movement
in that space
A water spigot in the garage Yoursquoll want to
be washing cars and cleaning the
grease and dirt off the garage floor
Simple enough but itrsquos often one of those amenities
overlooked until it is needed
Lights in the closets It helps to be able to see
the coat you want to wear
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OmahaHome feature
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OmahaHome neighborhood profilestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
U NTIL NOT THAT VERY long ago the only major rumbling in Fort Calhoun was the result of the teeth-shattering vibrations made by a never-end-
ing parade of 18-wheelers lumbering through town along the busy commercial corridor that is Highway 75
ldquoStraightening picture frames is a daily chore here at the museumrdquo explains Julie Ashton director of the Washington County Historical Association ldquoWe go through the space to straighten things that forever seem to be just a little out of whackrdquo gt
The rolling hills above Fort Calhoun offer spectacular vistas
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OmahaHome neighborhood profile
lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
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lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more phots of Lester Katz and Jack Beckers home
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OmahaHome at home with
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I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
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lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
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lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
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OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
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T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
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1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
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3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
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MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
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story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
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lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
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lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
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Knightby Zinc
ldquoGlass beadsmdashvirtually zillions of themmdashare embed-ded in this metallic weave fabric The play of light and shadow creates a dazzlingly sensual treat in a texture that is still somehow remarkably soft to the touch This one is great for headboards cornice boards or oversized pillowsrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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Incognitus Gildedby Concertex
ldquoThis metalized vinyl wonder may not be bullet-proof but itrsquos the next clos-est thing when it comes to homes with young children Crayons No prob Ballpoint ink A breeze Those dreaded Sharpies Thought you had us on that one didnrsquot you Just wipe with a dry clothrdquoKarie Boggs Allied ASID
Hopby Dedar Milano
ldquoThis 100 cotton fabric is best used on vertical surfaces Try this or any of the complementary hues in this line for the oval back of a chair or other accent piece Be sure to team it with a solid seat fabric that anchors the tone so as to deliver visual impact in small but powerful dosesrdquoLisa Cooper Allied ASID
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Kashmir Leafby Colefax and Fowler
ldquoEvoking an updated tree of life this beautifully embroi-dered linencottonviscose blend features a bold vine motif that is reminiscent of paisley This textile is par-ticularly suitable for decora-tive applications including draperiesrdquoBeth Settles Allied ASID
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OmahaHome sandys makeoverstory by sandy besch-matson bull photography by bill sitzmann
T HIS QUICK AND VERSATILE weekend project from my day-thrifting turned out to be the
perfect storage solution for my little gems
WHAT YOUrsquoLL NEEDbull A piece of recycled furniturebull Patterned doormatbull Sandpaperbull Paintbull Sponge rollersbull Sealer
INSTRUCTIONSbull Remove hardwarebull Rough up the surface with
sandpaper taking the sheen offbull Select a paint that works best on
wood ProClassic from Sherwin Williams is a good choice
bull Use a sponge roller for painting the wood for a smooth finish Several coats works best
bull Center the doormat mat on the surfacebull Using spray paint apply several
light coats from all anglesbull Use spray sealer or a roll-on
sealer to the desired look bull Spice it up with some new hardware
Donrsquot throw away that now trashed door-mat just yet You can create a similar vibe in making dramatic wall art on wood panels
This time I went with a rich stain as the base of the artwork And donrsquot forget that your most hardware stores will cut a panel into four uniform pieces Stain the wood after sanding and rounding the corners just a bit Assemble the panels as though they were one contiguous piece again position your mat accordingly and get to work with your spray paint and sealer The needs of each space will vary but yoursquoll want to hang the panels with at least a two-inch gap between each panel OMAG
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If We Had Only Thought of Thathellip Ten Add-ons to
Consider in Your
New Home Before
itrsquos Too Late
A STITCH IN TIME SAVES ninerdquo But in the homebuild-ing world the old saying
might sound more like ldquoAn additional nine or so electrical outlets added before your new home is finished in time will save you from a lot of frustration and probably quite a few additional expenditures and certainly will ultimately reduce the number of petty argu-ments with your spouserdquo
You can decide which phrase is catchier The point If yoursquore building a new home take extra care to think of every possible place you could use an extra outlet spigot light switch drain jack closet or bowling alley before those walls are finished
ldquoItrsquos pretty frustrating if you have to go back in to add stuff right after you move inrdquo says Joe Rongisch owner of Vantage Design amp Construction in Omaha ldquoItrsquos doubly frus-trating when you realize how much more it costs to do it afterwardsrdquo
For example electrical outlets cost about $75 a piece to install as a home is being built To install an outlet after a home is completed usually runs more than $200 Rongisch says
With this in mind here are 10 common features you may want to consider before the drywall crew gets to your new home OmahaHome
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OmahaHome featurestory by robert nelson
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Marjorie K Daugherty Conservatory
Outlets in the closets
Rechargeable vacuums are handy
but they need a place to hide
Outlets in the bathroom
cabinets These allow you to hide
those electric toothbrushes
and razors
Extra electric outlets in the garage Yoursquoll probably feel the need to add some sort of workstation to your garage as time goes on Yoursquoll need outlets for that Also the cool kids on the block increasingly have televisions and refrigerators in their garage
Man Cave necessities And while yoursquore brainstorming guys consider these items for the basement Think of extra outlets plumbing for a wet bar outlets for alternate or multiple television positions (yes some guys are turning basements into sports bars) man mood lighting (for no better term) speaker niches and trophy and memorabilia shelving
Garbage disposal for your wet bar
(Or outlet for a later wet bar)
If you entertain those spent limes
and other fun foods could clog drains
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2
3
4 5
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Lights under kitchen cabinets You donrsquot want to be dicing food in the dark
Pull out drawers in any empty spaces
Homeowners never wish they had less
storage space
A window in the garage Once you start working in the garage yoursquoll
quickly realize you need more light and more air movement
in that space
A water spigot in the garage Yoursquoll want to
be washing cars and cleaning the
grease and dirt off the garage floor
Simple enough but itrsquos often one of those amenities
overlooked until it is needed
Lights in the closets It helps to be able to see
the coat you want to wear
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OmahaHome neighborhood profilestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
U NTIL NOT THAT VERY long ago the only major rumbling in Fort Calhoun was the result of the teeth-shattering vibrations made by a never-end-
ing parade of 18-wheelers lumbering through town along the busy commercial corridor that is Highway 75
ldquoStraightening picture frames is a daily chore here at the museumrdquo explains Julie Ashton director of the Washington County Historical Association ldquoWe go through the space to straighten things that forever seem to be just a little out of whackrdquo gt
The rolling hills above Fort Calhoun offer spectacular vistas
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lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
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lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
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lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
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lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
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OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
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5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
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6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
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3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
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OmahaHome transformations
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We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
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lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
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lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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OmahaHome sandys makeoverstory by sandy besch-matson bull photography by bill sitzmann
T HIS QUICK AND VERSATILE weekend project from my day-thrifting turned out to be the
perfect storage solution for my little gems
WHAT YOUrsquoLL NEEDbull A piece of recycled furniturebull Patterned doormatbull Sandpaperbull Paintbull Sponge rollersbull Sealer
INSTRUCTIONSbull Remove hardwarebull Rough up the surface with
sandpaper taking the sheen offbull Select a paint that works best on
wood ProClassic from Sherwin Williams is a good choice
bull Use a sponge roller for painting the wood for a smooth finish Several coats works best
bull Center the doormat mat on the surfacebull Using spray paint apply several
light coats from all anglesbull Use spray sealer or a roll-on
sealer to the desired look bull Spice it up with some new hardware
Donrsquot throw away that now trashed door-mat just yet You can create a similar vibe in making dramatic wall art on wood panels
This time I went with a rich stain as the base of the artwork And donrsquot forget that your most hardware stores will cut a panel into four uniform pieces Stain the wood after sanding and rounding the corners just a bit Assemble the panels as though they were one contiguous piece again position your mat accordingly and get to work with your spray paint and sealer The needs of each space will vary but yoursquoll want to hang the panels with at least a two-inch gap between each panel OMAG
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If We Had Only Thought of Thathellip Ten Add-ons to
Consider in Your
New Home Before
itrsquos Too Late
A STITCH IN TIME SAVES ninerdquo But in the homebuild-ing world the old saying
might sound more like ldquoAn additional nine or so electrical outlets added before your new home is finished in time will save you from a lot of frustration and probably quite a few additional expenditures and certainly will ultimately reduce the number of petty argu-ments with your spouserdquo
You can decide which phrase is catchier The point If yoursquore building a new home take extra care to think of every possible place you could use an extra outlet spigot light switch drain jack closet or bowling alley before those walls are finished
ldquoItrsquos pretty frustrating if you have to go back in to add stuff right after you move inrdquo says Joe Rongisch owner of Vantage Design amp Construction in Omaha ldquoItrsquos doubly frus-trating when you realize how much more it costs to do it afterwardsrdquo
For example electrical outlets cost about $75 a piece to install as a home is being built To install an outlet after a home is completed usually runs more than $200 Rongisch says
With this in mind here are 10 common features you may want to consider before the drywall crew gets to your new home OmahaHome
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OmahaHome featurestory by robert nelson
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Marjorie K Daugherty Conservatory
Outlets in the closets
Rechargeable vacuums are handy
but they need a place to hide
Outlets in the bathroom
cabinets These allow you to hide
those electric toothbrushes
and razors
Extra electric outlets in the garage Yoursquoll probably feel the need to add some sort of workstation to your garage as time goes on Yoursquoll need outlets for that Also the cool kids on the block increasingly have televisions and refrigerators in their garage
Man Cave necessities And while yoursquore brainstorming guys consider these items for the basement Think of extra outlets plumbing for a wet bar outlets for alternate or multiple television positions (yes some guys are turning basements into sports bars) man mood lighting (for no better term) speaker niches and trophy and memorabilia shelving
Garbage disposal for your wet bar
(Or outlet for a later wet bar)
If you entertain those spent limes
and other fun foods could clog drains
1
2
3
4 5
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Lights under kitchen cabinets You donrsquot want to be dicing food in the dark
Pull out drawers in any empty spaces
Homeowners never wish they had less
storage space
A window in the garage Once you start working in the garage yoursquoll
quickly realize you need more light and more air movement
in that space
A water spigot in the garage Yoursquoll want to
be washing cars and cleaning the
grease and dirt off the garage floor
Simple enough but itrsquos often one of those amenities
overlooked until it is needed
Lights in the closets It helps to be able to see
the coat you want to wear
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OmahaHome feature
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From Pioneers to Prosciutto Fort Calhoun is on the rise
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OmahaHome neighborhood profilestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
U NTIL NOT THAT VERY long ago the only major rumbling in Fort Calhoun was the result of the teeth-shattering vibrations made by a never-end-
ing parade of 18-wheelers lumbering through town along the busy commercial corridor that is Highway 75
ldquoStraightening picture frames is a daily chore here at the museumrdquo explains Julie Ashton director of the Washington County Historical Association ldquoWe go through the space to straighten things that forever seem to be just a little out of whackrdquo gt
The rolling hills above Fort Calhoun offer spectacular vistas
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Becky and Penelope Odvody
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OmahaHome neighborhood profile
lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
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Omaha Home neighborhood profile
lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more phots of Lester Katz and Jack Beckers home
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by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
OmahaHome at home with
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I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H31
lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
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OmahaHomeOmahaHome at home with
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lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
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OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
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T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
a nice cup of tea to battle the malady known as cabin fever Check out this selection of utilitarian works of art the next time you read the tea leaves OMAG
1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
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7
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3
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3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
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MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
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story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
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OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
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lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
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OmahaHome sandys makeoverstory by sandy besch-matson bull photography by bill sitzmann
T HIS QUICK AND VERSATILE weekend project from my day-thrifting turned out to be the
perfect storage solution for my little gems
WHAT YOUrsquoLL NEEDbull A piece of recycled furniturebull Patterned doormatbull Sandpaperbull Paintbull Sponge rollersbull Sealer
INSTRUCTIONSbull Remove hardwarebull Rough up the surface with
sandpaper taking the sheen offbull Select a paint that works best on
wood ProClassic from Sherwin Williams is a good choice
bull Use a sponge roller for painting the wood for a smooth finish Several coats works best
bull Center the doormat mat on the surfacebull Using spray paint apply several
light coats from all anglesbull Use spray sealer or a roll-on
sealer to the desired look bull Spice it up with some new hardware
Donrsquot throw away that now trashed door-mat just yet You can create a similar vibe in making dramatic wall art on wood panels
This time I went with a rich stain as the base of the artwork And donrsquot forget that your most hardware stores will cut a panel into four uniform pieces Stain the wood after sanding and rounding the corners just a bit Assemble the panels as though they were one contiguous piece again position your mat accordingly and get to work with your spray paint and sealer The needs of each space will vary but yoursquoll want to hang the panels with at least a two-inch gap between each panel OMAG
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If We Had Only Thought of Thathellip Ten Add-ons to
Consider in Your
New Home Before
itrsquos Too Late
A STITCH IN TIME SAVES ninerdquo But in the homebuild-ing world the old saying
might sound more like ldquoAn additional nine or so electrical outlets added before your new home is finished in time will save you from a lot of frustration and probably quite a few additional expenditures and certainly will ultimately reduce the number of petty argu-ments with your spouserdquo
You can decide which phrase is catchier The point If yoursquore building a new home take extra care to think of every possible place you could use an extra outlet spigot light switch drain jack closet or bowling alley before those walls are finished
ldquoItrsquos pretty frustrating if you have to go back in to add stuff right after you move inrdquo says Joe Rongisch owner of Vantage Design amp Construction in Omaha ldquoItrsquos doubly frus-trating when you realize how much more it costs to do it afterwardsrdquo
For example electrical outlets cost about $75 a piece to install as a home is being built To install an outlet after a home is completed usually runs more than $200 Rongisch says
With this in mind here are 10 common features you may want to consider before the drywall crew gets to your new home OmahaHome
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OmahaHome featurestory by robert nelson
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Marjorie K Daugherty Conservatory
Outlets in the closets
Rechargeable vacuums are handy
but they need a place to hide
Outlets in the bathroom
cabinets These allow you to hide
those electric toothbrushes
and razors
Extra electric outlets in the garage Yoursquoll probably feel the need to add some sort of workstation to your garage as time goes on Yoursquoll need outlets for that Also the cool kids on the block increasingly have televisions and refrigerators in their garage
Man Cave necessities And while yoursquore brainstorming guys consider these items for the basement Think of extra outlets plumbing for a wet bar outlets for alternate or multiple television positions (yes some guys are turning basements into sports bars) man mood lighting (for no better term) speaker niches and trophy and memorabilia shelving
Garbage disposal for your wet bar
(Or outlet for a later wet bar)
If you entertain those spent limes
and other fun foods could clog drains
1
2
3
4 5
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Lights under kitchen cabinets You donrsquot want to be dicing food in the dark
Pull out drawers in any empty spaces
Homeowners never wish they had less
storage space
A window in the garage Once you start working in the garage yoursquoll
quickly realize you need more light and more air movement
in that space
A water spigot in the garage Yoursquoll want to
be washing cars and cleaning the
grease and dirt off the garage floor
Simple enough but itrsquos often one of those amenities
overlooked until it is needed
Lights in the closets It helps to be able to see
the coat you want to wear
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From Pioneers to Prosciutto Fort Calhoun is on the rise
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OmahaHome neighborhood profilestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
U NTIL NOT THAT VERY long ago the only major rumbling in Fort Calhoun was the result of the teeth-shattering vibrations made by a never-end-
ing parade of 18-wheelers lumbering through town along the busy commercial corridor that is Highway 75
ldquoStraightening picture frames is a daily chore here at the museumrdquo explains Julie Ashton director of the Washington County Historical Association ldquoWe go through the space to straighten things that forever seem to be just a little out of whackrdquo gt
The rolling hills above Fort Calhoun offer spectacular vistas
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Joel and Scarlett Odvody
Becky and Penelope Odvody
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lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
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Omaha Home neighborhood profile
lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more phots of Lester Katz and Jack Beckers home
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by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
OmahaHome at home with
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I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H31
lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
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lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
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OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H35
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H37
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
Bank Job This converted
safe is now a funky
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T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
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1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
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3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
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MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
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story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
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lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
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made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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OmahaHome transformations
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lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
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T HIS QUICK AND VERSATILE weekend project from my day-thrifting turned out to be the
perfect storage solution for my little gems
WHAT YOUrsquoLL NEEDbull A piece of recycled furniturebull Patterned doormatbull Sandpaperbull Paintbull Sponge rollersbull Sealer
INSTRUCTIONSbull Remove hardwarebull Rough up the surface with
sandpaper taking the sheen offbull Select a paint that works best on
wood ProClassic from Sherwin Williams is a good choice
bull Use a sponge roller for painting the wood for a smooth finish Several coats works best
bull Center the doormat mat on the surfacebull Using spray paint apply several
light coats from all anglesbull Use spray sealer or a roll-on
sealer to the desired look bull Spice it up with some new hardware
Donrsquot throw away that now trashed door-mat just yet You can create a similar vibe in making dramatic wall art on wood panels
This time I went with a rich stain as the base of the artwork And donrsquot forget that your most hardware stores will cut a panel into four uniform pieces Stain the wood after sanding and rounding the corners just a bit Assemble the panels as though they were one contiguous piece again position your mat accordingly and get to work with your spray paint and sealer The needs of each space will vary but yoursquoll want to hang the panels with at least a two-inch gap between each panel OMAG
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If We Had Only Thought of Thathellip Ten Add-ons to
Consider in Your
New Home Before
itrsquos Too Late
A STITCH IN TIME SAVES ninerdquo But in the homebuild-ing world the old saying
might sound more like ldquoAn additional nine or so electrical outlets added before your new home is finished in time will save you from a lot of frustration and probably quite a few additional expenditures and certainly will ultimately reduce the number of petty argu-ments with your spouserdquo
You can decide which phrase is catchier The point If yoursquore building a new home take extra care to think of every possible place you could use an extra outlet spigot light switch drain jack closet or bowling alley before those walls are finished
ldquoItrsquos pretty frustrating if you have to go back in to add stuff right after you move inrdquo says Joe Rongisch owner of Vantage Design amp Construction in Omaha ldquoItrsquos doubly frus-trating when you realize how much more it costs to do it afterwardsrdquo
For example electrical outlets cost about $75 a piece to install as a home is being built To install an outlet after a home is completed usually runs more than $200 Rongisch says
With this in mind here are 10 common features you may want to consider before the drywall crew gets to your new home OmahaHome
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OmahaHome featurestory by robert nelson
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Marjorie K Daugherty Conservatory
Outlets in the closets
Rechargeable vacuums are handy
but they need a place to hide
Outlets in the bathroom
cabinets These allow you to hide
those electric toothbrushes
and razors
Extra electric outlets in the garage Yoursquoll probably feel the need to add some sort of workstation to your garage as time goes on Yoursquoll need outlets for that Also the cool kids on the block increasingly have televisions and refrigerators in their garage
Man Cave necessities And while yoursquore brainstorming guys consider these items for the basement Think of extra outlets plumbing for a wet bar outlets for alternate or multiple television positions (yes some guys are turning basements into sports bars) man mood lighting (for no better term) speaker niches and trophy and memorabilia shelving
Garbage disposal for your wet bar
(Or outlet for a later wet bar)
If you entertain those spent limes
and other fun foods could clog drains
1
2
3
4 5
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Lights under kitchen cabinets You donrsquot want to be dicing food in the dark
Pull out drawers in any empty spaces
Homeowners never wish they had less
storage space
A window in the garage Once you start working in the garage yoursquoll
quickly realize you need more light and more air movement
in that space
A water spigot in the garage Yoursquoll want to
be washing cars and cleaning the
grease and dirt off the garage floor
Simple enough but itrsquos often one of those amenities
overlooked until it is needed
Lights in the closets It helps to be able to see
the coat you want to wear
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OmahaHome feature
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From Pioneers to Prosciutto Fort Calhoun is on the rise
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OmahaHome neighborhood profilestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
U NTIL NOT THAT VERY long ago the only major rumbling in Fort Calhoun was the result of the teeth-shattering vibrations made by a never-end-
ing parade of 18-wheelers lumbering through town along the busy commercial corridor that is Highway 75
ldquoStraightening picture frames is a daily chore here at the museumrdquo explains Julie Ashton director of the Washington County Historical Association ldquoWe go through the space to straighten things that forever seem to be just a little out of whackrdquo gt
The rolling hills above Fort Calhoun offer spectacular vistas
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Joel and Scarlett Odvody
Becky and Penelope Odvody
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lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
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Omaha Home neighborhood profile
lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more phots of Lester Katz and Jack Beckers home
H30 januaryfebruary bull 2015
by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
OmahaHome at home with
Scan the page with the
LayAR app to view a
gallery slider from our
shoot of the CO2 Building
I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H31
lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
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OmahaHomeOmahaHome at home with
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lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
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OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H35
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
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T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
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1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
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3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
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MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
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story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
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OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
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lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
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If We Had Only Thought of Thathellip Ten Add-ons to
Consider in Your
New Home Before
itrsquos Too Late
A STITCH IN TIME SAVES ninerdquo But in the homebuild-ing world the old saying
might sound more like ldquoAn additional nine or so electrical outlets added before your new home is finished in time will save you from a lot of frustration and probably quite a few additional expenditures and certainly will ultimately reduce the number of petty argu-ments with your spouserdquo
You can decide which phrase is catchier The point If yoursquore building a new home take extra care to think of every possible place you could use an extra outlet spigot light switch drain jack closet or bowling alley before those walls are finished
ldquoItrsquos pretty frustrating if you have to go back in to add stuff right after you move inrdquo says Joe Rongisch owner of Vantage Design amp Construction in Omaha ldquoItrsquos doubly frus-trating when you realize how much more it costs to do it afterwardsrdquo
For example electrical outlets cost about $75 a piece to install as a home is being built To install an outlet after a home is completed usually runs more than $200 Rongisch says
With this in mind here are 10 common features you may want to consider before the drywall crew gets to your new home OmahaHome
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OmahaHome featurestory by robert nelson
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Marjorie K Daugherty Conservatory
Outlets in the closets
Rechargeable vacuums are handy
but they need a place to hide
Outlets in the bathroom
cabinets These allow you to hide
those electric toothbrushes
and razors
Extra electric outlets in the garage Yoursquoll probably feel the need to add some sort of workstation to your garage as time goes on Yoursquoll need outlets for that Also the cool kids on the block increasingly have televisions and refrigerators in their garage
Man Cave necessities And while yoursquore brainstorming guys consider these items for the basement Think of extra outlets plumbing for a wet bar outlets for alternate or multiple television positions (yes some guys are turning basements into sports bars) man mood lighting (for no better term) speaker niches and trophy and memorabilia shelving
Garbage disposal for your wet bar
(Or outlet for a later wet bar)
If you entertain those spent limes
and other fun foods could clog drains
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2
3
4 5
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Lights under kitchen cabinets You donrsquot want to be dicing food in the dark
Pull out drawers in any empty spaces
Homeowners never wish they had less
storage space
A window in the garage Once you start working in the garage yoursquoll
quickly realize you need more light and more air movement
in that space
A water spigot in the garage Yoursquoll want to
be washing cars and cleaning the
grease and dirt off the garage floor
Simple enough but itrsquos often one of those amenities
overlooked until it is needed
Lights in the closets It helps to be able to see
the coat you want to wear
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From Pioneers to Prosciutto Fort Calhoun is on the rise
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OmahaHome neighborhood profilestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
U NTIL NOT THAT VERY long ago the only major rumbling in Fort Calhoun was the result of the teeth-shattering vibrations made by a never-end-
ing parade of 18-wheelers lumbering through town along the busy commercial corridor that is Highway 75
ldquoStraightening picture frames is a daily chore here at the museumrdquo explains Julie Ashton director of the Washington County Historical Association ldquoWe go through the space to straighten things that forever seem to be just a little out of whackrdquo gt
The rolling hills above Fort Calhoun offer spectacular vistas
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OmahaHome neighborhood profile
lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
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Omaha Home neighborhood profile
lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H27
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more phots of Lester Katz and Jack Beckers home
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by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
OmahaHome at home with
Scan the page with the
LayAR app to view a
gallery slider from our
shoot of the CO2 Building
I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H31
lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
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lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
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Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
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T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
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1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
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3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
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MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
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story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
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OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
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lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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OmahaHome transformations
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lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
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Outlets in the closets
Rechargeable vacuums are handy
but they need a place to hide
Outlets in the bathroom
cabinets These allow you to hide
those electric toothbrushes
and razors
Extra electric outlets in the garage Yoursquoll probably feel the need to add some sort of workstation to your garage as time goes on Yoursquoll need outlets for that Also the cool kids on the block increasingly have televisions and refrigerators in their garage
Man Cave necessities And while yoursquore brainstorming guys consider these items for the basement Think of extra outlets plumbing for a wet bar outlets for alternate or multiple television positions (yes some guys are turning basements into sports bars) man mood lighting (for no better term) speaker niches and trophy and memorabilia shelving
Garbage disposal for your wet bar
(Or outlet for a later wet bar)
If you entertain those spent limes
and other fun foods could clog drains
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3
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Lights under kitchen cabinets You donrsquot want to be dicing food in the dark
Pull out drawers in any empty spaces
Homeowners never wish they had less
storage space
A window in the garage Once you start working in the garage yoursquoll
quickly realize you need more light and more air movement
in that space
A water spigot in the garage Yoursquoll want to
be washing cars and cleaning the
grease and dirt off the garage floor
Simple enough but itrsquos often one of those amenities
overlooked until it is needed
Lights in the closets It helps to be able to see
the coat you want to wear
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U NTIL NOT THAT VERY long ago the only major rumbling in Fort Calhoun was the result of the teeth-shattering vibrations made by a never-end-
ing parade of 18-wheelers lumbering through town along the busy commercial corridor that is Highway 75
ldquoStraightening picture frames is a daily chore here at the museumrdquo explains Julie Ashton director of the Washington County Historical Association ldquoWe go through the space to straighten things that forever seem to be just a little out of whackrdquo gt
The rolling hills above Fort Calhoun offer spectacular vistas
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lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H25
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
H26 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home neighborhood profile
lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H27
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
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lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
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lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
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OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
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ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
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T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
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1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
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3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
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MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
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story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
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OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
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lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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OmahaHome transformations
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lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
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Lights under kitchen cabinets You donrsquot want to be dicing food in the dark
Pull out drawers in any empty spaces
Homeowners never wish they had less
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A window in the garage Once you start working in the garage yoursquoll
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OmahaHome neighborhood profilestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
U NTIL NOT THAT VERY long ago the only major rumbling in Fort Calhoun was the result of the teeth-shattering vibrations made by a never-end-
ing parade of 18-wheelers lumbering through town along the busy commercial corridor that is Highway 75
ldquoStraightening picture frames is a daily chore here at the museumrdquo explains Julie Ashton director of the Washington County Historical Association ldquoWe go through the space to straighten things that forever seem to be just a little out of whackrdquo gt
The rolling hills above Fort Calhoun offer spectacular vistas
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OmahaHome neighborhood profile
lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
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Omaha Home neighborhood profile
lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
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lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
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lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
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OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
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T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
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1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
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3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
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MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
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story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
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OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
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lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
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OmahaHome neighborhood profilestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
U NTIL NOT THAT VERY long ago the only major rumbling in Fort Calhoun was the result of the teeth-shattering vibrations made by a never-end-
ing parade of 18-wheelers lumbering through town along the busy commercial corridor that is Highway 75
ldquoStraightening picture frames is a daily chore here at the museumrdquo explains Julie Ashton director of the Washington County Historical Association ldquoWe go through the space to straighten things that forever seem to be just a little out of whackrdquo gt
The rolling hills above Fort Calhoun offer spectacular vistas
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lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
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Omaha Home neighborhood profile
lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
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ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
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lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
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lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
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OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
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1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
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3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
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story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
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We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
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OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
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lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
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From Pioneers to Prosciutto Fort Calhoun is on the rise
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OmahaHome neighborhood profilestory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
U NTIL NOT THAT VERY long ago the only major rumbling in Fort Calhoun was the result of the teeth-shattering vibrations made by a never-end-
ing parade of 18-wheelers lumbering through town along the busy commercial corridor that is Highway 75
ldquoStraightening picture frames is a daily chore here at the museumrdquo explains Julie Ashton director of the Washington County Historical Association ldquoWe go through the space to straighten things that forever seem to be just a little out of whackrdquo gt
The rolling hills above Fort Calhoun offer spectacular vistas
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lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
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Omaha Home neighborhood profile
lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
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lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
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lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
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OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
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1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
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3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
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OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
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We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
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OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
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lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
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U NTIL NOT THAT VERY long ago the only major rumbling in Fort Calhoun was the result of the teeth-shattering vibrations made by a never-end-
ing parade of 18-wheelers lumbering through town along the busy commercial corridor that is Highway 75
ldquoStraightening picture frames is a daily chore here at the museumrdquo explains Julie Ashton director of the Washington County Historical Association ldquoWe go through the space to straighten things that forever seem to be just a little out of whackrdquo gt
The rolling hills above Fort Calhoun offer spectacular vistas
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lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
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Omaha Home neighborhood profile
lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
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lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
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lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
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Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
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5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
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3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
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OmahaHome transformations
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We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
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OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
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lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
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lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
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Omaha Home neighborhood profile
lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
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lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
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lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
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Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
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ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
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T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
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1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
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3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
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OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
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We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
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OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
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lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
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lt The community first platted in 1855 and now with a 2010 census population of 908 is experiencing something of a youth movement as new businesses launched by an equally new generation of entrepreneurs have opened their doors up and down the main drag of 14th Street The sleepy little bedroom community perhaps best known for the Fort Atkinson State Historical Park is increasingly becoming an attractive day trip offering a folksy alternative to the bustle of Omaha
Fort Atkinson was the first US Army mili-tary installation west of the Missouri River in the then unorganized lands of the Louisiana Purchase The fort was erected in 1819 and abandoned in 1827 The present structure is a replica constructed by the state on the original site that housed a brickyard lime kiln stone quarry grist mill saw mill and cooper shop
The sitersquos position on a bluff above the Missouri River led William Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition to recommend the plot of land as being ideal for a military outpost one that was built 35 years before Nebraska became a territory Colonel Henry Atkinson who also became its first com-mander established the fort
Which takes us to the question of why the town itself does not carry the Atkinson name gt
West Market Square is one of the townrsquos three city parks
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
H26 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home neighborhood profile
lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H27
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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1 WEEK CUSTOM FRAMING
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MON-FRI 9AM-6PM bull SAT 9AM-3PM
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2011-20155 Years in a Row
Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more phots of Lester Katz and Jack Beckers home
H30 januaryfebruary bull 2015
by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
OmahaHome at home with
Scan the page with the
LayAR app to view a
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I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H31
lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
H32 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHomeOmahaHome at home with
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lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
H34 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H35
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Quality MovingProfessionals
Serving theMetro Area For Over 45 Years
Free EstimatesCompetitive Rates
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each franchise independently owned and operated
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H37
KAREN JENNINGS
Standing Tall For YouJennings Team ndash Top Producing CBSHOME Team ndash 2013
Top Individual Producer for CBSHOME 2009-20124022906296 | karenjenningscbshomecom
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
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T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
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1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
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7
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3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H43
MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
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story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H45
H46 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
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Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
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made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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OmahaHome transformations
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lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
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The faded Metz Beer sign gives away the heritage of the building that now houses Too Far North
Fort Calhoun Elementary School boasts a flair for the contemporary
The Longhorn Bar is famous for its wings
H26 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home neighborhood profile
lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H27
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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1 WEEK CUSTOM FRAMING
8600 CASS ST bull 4023917733 LEWISARTGALLERYCOMPERSONALTHREADSCOM
MON-FRI 9AM-6PM bull SAT 9AM-3PM
water features bull fire pits amp features bull hardscapes bull outdoor living pool design amp poolscapes bull project management bull commercial snow removeal
21530 W MAPLE RD ELKHORN bull 402-676-5579 bull CARSONENTERPRISECOM
2011-20155 Years in a Row
Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more phots of Lester Katz and Jack Beckers home
H30 januaryfebruary bull 2015
by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
OmahaHome at home with
Scan the page with the
LayAR app to view a
gallery slider from our
shoot of the CO2 Building
I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H31
lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
H32 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHomeOmahaHome at home with
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H33
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H33
lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
H34 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H35
402-575-0102bigbirgeplumbingcom
Locally Owned amp Operated
4028893986a2ocontractingcom
RoofingGuttersDecks
M14114 U S DOT 732686
Omaha bull 402-291-2490wwwjimsmovinginccom
ldquoWE PAD THE FURNITURE NOT THE PRICErdquo
Quality MovingProfessionals
Serving theMetro Area For Over 45 Years
Free EstimatesCompetitive Rates
InsuredLicensed
bull Household amp Office Movingbull Assisted Livingbull Pianosbull Gun Safesbull Packing Servicebull Moving In Iowa amp Nebraska
Thanks for voting us Best of Omaha 10 years in a row
businessentertainmentfamilyfood amp drinkhealthhomelifestylestyle
the new
Appointments 402-880-7568OfficeFax 402-932-3412wwwmysuperioromahacom2915 N 16th St Suite B Omaha NE 68110
RESIDENTIAL bull COMMERCIAL bull AUTOMOTIVE
Thank Youfor voting us Best of OmahaTM
Molly Maid of
Central Omaha amp Council Bluffs
402932MAID (6243)cathytichymollymaidcom
each franchise independently owned and operated
H36 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome at home with
H36 januaryfebruary bull 2015
lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H37
KAREN JENNINGS
Standing Tall For YouJennings Team ndash Top Producing CBSHOME Team ndash 2013
Top Individual Producer for CBSHOME 2009-20124022906296 | karenjenningscbshomecom
H38 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home at home with
To Find Out More
CALL4023423491
or go online fashioncleanerscom
Let Fashion Cleaners help keep you WARM with
FREE dry cleaning
service right to
YOUR DOOR
lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H39
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Zone heat with Regency The way to combat rising fuel costs is to zone heat
with a Regency fireplace Product Turning your drafty fireplace into a high efficiency heater will help keep your heating bill way down
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JulyAugust 2013
Architect QampA JAred gerber AiA
Homes for HeroesHelping tHose wHo serve Afford A Home
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
At Home in Sterling RidgeThe Yannones High-Tech
Dream House
in Omaha SeptemberOctober 2013
Morton Meadows NeighbOrhOOd prOfileLandscape RedesignweStSide hOme makeS rOOm fOr hOSpitality
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
SophisticatedSimplicity Entertaining in a Historic Home
H40 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
Bank Job This converted
safe is now a funky
walk-in closet
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MAIDSbull Weekly Biweekly Monthlybull Special One Time Cleanings
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Same day and weekend availability See additional discounts and pricing info at
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Stephanie amp Jim LovelyWe started Maids amp More here locally to
offer you a professional affordable service from people you can trust
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THANK YOUfor your Best of Omahatrade votes for
Best Home Cleaning Service 7 Years in a Row
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NER
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IRCLE bull 2010 bull WIN
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your home Remember Valentinersquos Day
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T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
a nice cup of tea to battle the malady known as cabin fever Check out this selection of utilitarian works of art the next time you read the tea leaves OMAG
1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
H42 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
6 8
7
2
3
4
3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H43
MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
H44 januaryfebruary bull 2015
story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H45
H46 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
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Call for a consultation today
Hand-picked
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Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
home furnishing selection As an independent locally owned business Allens Home focuses
on design and craft mdash like our quality treasures from around the world including many pieces
made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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OmahaHome transformations
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lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
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Omaha Home transformations
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Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
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Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
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lt Legend has it that it was a split decision on the naming of the hamlet with the winning faction opting for the name of then Secretary of War John C Calhoun who would later go on to become a US Senator after acting as Vice President under John Quincy Adams
Back in modern-day Fort Calhoun cash registers are ringing in a series of new and not so new businesses
Sandy and Dane Kucera operate Too Far North a charming little wine craft beer and gift shop A faded Metz Beer sign is a clue to the spacersquos unique heritage The building dating to 1904 originally housed a Metz Beer saloon in an era when brewers most often also operated their own taverns
ldquoWe like to think that Fort Calhoun is a great place for a fun outingrdquo Sandy says ldquoThe drive from Omaha is beautiful and therersquos now lots more to do here especially after the last few years Itrsquos an eclectic friendly little communityrdquo
Almost right next door at Cure Cooking owner Chad Lebo was busy preparing some of his savory Vietnamese potbelly pig prosciutto and pungent stir-cured cheddar Leborsquos robust selections of meats cheeses and extras are sold mainly at Provisions in Midtown Crossing and at farmers markets gt
Time to straighten the pictures in the museumhellipagain
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lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more phots of Lester Katz and Jack Beckers home
H30 januaryfebruary bull 2015
by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
OmahaHome at home with
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gallery slider from our
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I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H31
lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
H32 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHomeOmahaHome at home with
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lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
H34 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H35
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H37
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H39
ITrsquoS TIME FOR OUR
BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR
LIMITED QUANTITIES AVAILABLECALL FOR DETAILS
Cut Home Heating costs Forever
Zone heat with Regency The way to combat rising fuel costs is to zone heat
with a Regency fireplace Product Turning your drafty fireplace into a high efficiency heater will help keep your heating bill way down
Call Now for a FREEIn-home Consultation491-0800 bull 709 N 132nd St
(next to Hy-Vee)
wwwclaxtonfireplacecomM-f 10-6Sat 9-2
Always Local Always Beautiful
JulyAugust 2013
Architect QampA JAred gerber AiA
Homes for HeroesHelping tHose wHo serve Afford A Home
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
At Home in Sterling RidgeThe Yannones High-Tech
Dream House
in Omaha SeptemberOctober 2013
Morton Meadows NeighbOrhOOd prOfileLandscape RedesignweStSide hOme makeS rOOm fOr hOSpitality
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
SophisticatedSimplicity Entertaining in a Historic Home
H40 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
Bank Job This converted
safe is now a funky
walk-in closet
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H41
Visit our Showroom for Quality Professional Grade Plumbing Products that stand the test of time from the brands you trust that fit your budget and style
Proudly Introducing DXV Products to Omaha
9737 ldquoIrdquo Street Omaha NE 68127 | 4025922820 | omahawinnelsoncom
Hours Monday-Friday 800am-430pm with Tuesday evening appointments available
MAIDSbull Weekly Biweekly Monthlybull Special One Time Cleanings
amp MOREbull Steam Cleaning Carpetsbull Upholstery bull Tile amp Groutbull Wood Floor Rejuvenatorbull ldquoHouse For Salerdquo Cleaning Specialist
Same day and weekend availability See additional discounts and pricing info at
maidsandmorecom 572-6243
Stephanie amp Jim LovelyWe started Maids amp More here locally to
offer you a professional affordable service from people you can trust
ldquoOmaharsquos Complete House Cleaning Resourcerdquo
THANK YOUfor your Best of Omahatrade votes for
Best Home Cleaning Service 7 Years in a Row
WIN
NER
rsquoS C
IRCLE bull 2010 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
WIN
NER
rsquoS CIRCLE bull 2011 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
2009
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to
your home Remember Valentinersquos Day
February 14th84th and 1st St
Downtown Papillion402-331-9136
Rockbrook Village11006 Prairie Brook Road
Omaha NE 68144
4024929855wwwearlytobedcomMention this ad receive 10Off
Restrictions apply See store for details
OHM_Ad_may_v3_Layout 1 51414 139 PM Page 1
1
5
T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
a nice cup of tea to battle the malady known as cabin fever Check out this selection of utilitarian works of art the next time you read the tea leaves OMAG
1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
H42 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
6 8
7
2
3
4
3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H43
MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
H44 januaryfebruary bull 2015
story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H45
H46 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
middot Design Servicesmiddot Renovationsmiddot New Buildsmiddot Furniture Showroommiddot Window Treatmentsmiddot Specialty Wallcoveringsmiddot Area Rugs
January is Remodeling MonthMake Your New Years Resolution a Home Renovation
402498877712123 Emmet Street wwwdesignersomahacom infodesignersomahacom
Call for a consultation today
Hand-picked
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Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
home furnishing selection As an independent locally owned business Allens Home focuses
on design and craft mdash like our quality treasures from around the world including many pieces
made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
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February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
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Omaha Home transformations
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Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
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Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
lt Lebo shares the space with Big Green Tomato whose array of specialty granola products are sold at Hy-Vee Tomato Tomato and other outlets
The old blends seamlessly with the new in Fort Atkinson Lunch at the seemingly always-crowded (and legendary) Longhorn Bar revealed something telling about small-town life Glancing up from a plate of yummy crowd-favorite chicken wings this writer was suddenly struck by what one didnrsquot seemdashcell-phones No texting No calls None It must surely be something of an anomaly even in the small town of Fort Calhoun but there wasnrsquot a single cellphone being wielded Which also meant no annoying ring tones competing with my attempt to tackle a heavenly pork tenderloin sandwich too big for the bun that struggled unsuccessfully to contain it
The scene was probably much more sedate than in the earlier part of the 20th century when the bar was a roadhouse situated below a hotel that attracted by all manner of ram-bunctious souls
The Longhorn is also where we found regu-lar Ron Ferring whose wife happens to be on the board of the Fort Atkinson Foundation He was chatting about the easygoing vibe at the place but he could just as easily have been talking about the quaint little community as a whole
ldquoThese are good people here real peoplerdquo Ferring says ldquoBlue collar white collar it doesnrsquot make any difference here Itrsquos the kind of place where if I happen to forget my wallet itrsquos all good They know itrsquoll be made right on my next visitrdquo OmahaHome
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Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more phots of Lester Katz and Jack Beckers home
H30 januaryfebruary bull 2015
by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
OmahaHome at home with
Scan the page with the
LayAR app to view a
gallery slider from our
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I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H31
lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
H32 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHomeOmahaHome at home with
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lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
H34 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H35
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Locally Owned amp Operated
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Quality MovingProfessionals
Serving theMetro Area For Over 45 Years
Free EstimatesCompetitive Rates
InsuredLicensed
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Thanks for voting us Best of Omaha 10 years in a row
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Appointments 402-880-7568OfficeFax 402-932-3412wwwmysuperioromahacom2915 N 16th St Suite B Omaha NE 68110
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lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
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lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
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S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
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T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
a nice cup of tea to battle the malady known as cabin fever Check out this selection of utilitarian works of art the next time you read the tea leaves OMAG
1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
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OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
6 8
7
2
3
4
3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H43
MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
H44 januaryfebruary bull 2015
story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H45
H46 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
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Call for a consultation today
Hand-picked
78th amp L in Omaha middot allenshomecom middot (402) 331-8480
Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
home furnishing selection As an independent locally owned business Allens Home focuses
on design and craft mdash like our quality treasures from around the world including many pieces
made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
H48 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H49
Thank you Omaha for voting us once againhellip
EXPERIENCE ORIENTED SOLUTIONS
4315 S 120th Street middot 4023344900echosystemsomahacom middot echolightingdesigncom
middot Residential and Commercial Systems Integrationmiddot Distributed Audio and Videomiddot Private Theater Designmiddot Lighting Design Servicesmiddot Automated Shading Solutions
February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
4023318920 middot wwwnormsdoorcom
Better Doors at Better Prices
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
water features bull fire pits amp features bull hardscapes bull outdoor living pool design amp poolscapes bull project management bull commercial snow removeal
21530 W MAPLE RD ELKHORN bull 402-676-5579 bull CARSONENTERPRISECOM
2011-20155 Years in a Row
Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more phots of Lester Katz and Jack Beckers home
H30 januaryfebruary bull 2015
by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
OmahaHome at home with
Scan the page with the
LayAR app to view a
gallery slider from our
shoot of the CO2 Building
I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H31
lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
H32 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHomeOmahaHome at home with
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H33
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H33
lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
H34 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H35
402-575-0102bigbirgeplumbingcom
Locally Owned amp Operated
4028893986a2ocontractingcom
RoofingGuttersDecks
M14114 U S DOT 732686
Omaha bull 402-291-2490wwwjimsmovinginccom
ldquoWE PAD THE FURNITURE NOT THE PRICErdquo
Quality MovingProfessionals
Serving theMetro Area For Over 45 Years
Free EstimatesCompetitive Rates
InsuredLicensed
bull Household amp Office Movingbull Assisted Livingbull Pianosbull Gun Safesbull Packing Servicebull Moving In Iowa amp Nebraska
Thanks for voting us Best of Omaha 10 years in a row
businessentertainmentfamilyfood amp drinkhealthhomelifestylestyle
the new
Appointments 402-880-7568OfficeFax 402-932-3412wwwmysuperioromahacom2915 N 16th St Suite B Omaha NE 68110
RESIDENTIAL bull COMMERCIAL bull AUTOMOTIVE
Thank Youfor voting us Best of OmahaTM
Molly Maid of
Central Omaha amp Council Bluffs
402932MAID (6243)cathytichymollymaidcom
each franchise independently owned and operated
H36 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome at home with
H36 januaryfebruary bull 2015
lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H37
KAREN JENNINGS
Standing Tall For YouJennings Team ndash Top Producing CBSHOME Team ndash 2013
Top Individual Producer for CBSHOME 2009-20124022906296 | karenjenningscbshomecom
H38 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home at home with
To Find Out More
CALL4023423491
or go online fashioncleanerscom
Let Fashion Cleaners help keep you WARM with
FREE dry cleaning
service right to
YOUR DOOR
lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H39
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BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR
LIMITED QUANTITIES AVAILABLECALL FOR DETAILS
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Zone heat with Regency The way to combat rising fuel costs is to zone heat
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Call Now for a FREEIn-home Consultation491-0800 bull 709 N 132nd St
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wwwclaxtonfireplacecomM-f 10-6Sat 9-2
Always Local Always Beautiful
JulyAugust 2013
Architect QampA JAred gerber AiA
Homes for HeroesHelping tHose wHo serve Afford A Home
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
At Home in Sterling RidgeThe Yannones High-Tech
Dream House
in Omaha SeptemberOctober 2013
Morton Meadows NeighbOrhOOd prOfileLandscape RedesignweStSide hOme makeS rOOm fOr hOSpitality
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
SophisticatedSimplicity Entertaining in a Historic Home
H40 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
Bank Job This converted
safe is now a funky
walk-in closet
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H41
Visit our Showroom for Quality Professional Grade Plumbing Products that stand the test of time from the brands you trust that fit your budget and style
Proudly Introducing DXV Products to Omaha
9737 ldquoIrdquo Street Omaha NE 68127 | 4025922820 | omahawinnelsoncom
Hours Monday-Friday 800am-430pm with Tuesday evening appointments available
MAIDSbull Weekly Biweekly Monthlybull Special One Time Cleanings
amp MOREbull Steam Cleaning Carpetsbull Upholstery bull Tile amp Groutbull Wood Floor Rejuvenatorbull ldquoHouse For Salerdquo Cleaning Specialist
Same day and weekend availability See additional discounts and pricing info at
maidsandmorecom 572-6243
Stephanie amp Jim LovelyWe started Maids amp More here locally to
offer you a professional affordable service from people you can trust
ldquoOmaharsquos Complete House Cleaning Resourcerdquo
THANK YOUfor your Best of Omahatrade votes for
Best Home Cleaning Service 7 Years in a Row
WIN
NER
rsquoS C
IRCLE bull 2010 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
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NER
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NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
2009
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to
your home Remember Valentinersquos Day
February 14th84th and 1st St
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Omaha NE 68144
4024929855wwwearlytobedcomMention this ad receive 10Off
Restrictions apply See store for details
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1
5
T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
a nice cup of tea to battle the malady known as cabin fever Check out this selection of utilitarian works of art the next time you read the tea leaves OMAG
1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
H42 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
6 8
7
2
3
4
3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H43
MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
H44 januaryfebruary bull 2015
story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H45
H46 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
middot Design Servicesmiddot Renovationsmiddot New Buildsmiddot Furniture Showroommiddot Window Treatmentsmiddot Specialty Wallcoveringsmiddot Area Rugs
January is Remodeling MonthMake Your New Years Resolution a Home Renovation
402498877712123 Emmet Street wwwdesignersomahacom infodesignersomahacom
Call for a consultation today
Hand-picked
78th amp L in Omaha middot allenshomecom middot (402) 331-8480
Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
home furnishing selection As an independent locally owned business Allens Home focuses
on design and craft mdash like our quality treasures from around the world including many pieces
made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
H48 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H49
Thank you Omaha for voting us once againhellip
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4315 S 120th Street middot 4023344900echosystemsomahacom middot echolightingdesigncom
middot Residential and Commercial Systems Integrationmiddot Distributed Audio and Videomiddot Private Theater Designmiddot Lighting Design Servicesmiddot Automated Shading Solutions
February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
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Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
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FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
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Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
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Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
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Scan the page with the LayAR app to view more phots of Lester Katz and Jack Beckers home
H30 januaryfebruary bull 2015
by jennifer litton bull photography by bill sitzmann
OmahaHome at home with
Scan the page with the
LayAR app to view a
gallery slider from our
shoot of the CO2 Building
I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H31
lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
H32 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHomeOmahaHome at home with
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H33
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H33
lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
H34 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H35
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Locally Owned amp Operated
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OmahaHome at home with
H36 januaryfebruary bull 2015
lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H37
KAREN JENNINGS
Standing Tall For YouJennings Team ndash Top Producing CBSHOME Team ndash 2013
Top Individual Producer for CBSHOME 2009-20124022906296 | karenjenningscbshomecom
H38 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home at home with
To Find Out More
CALL4023423491
or go online fashioncleanerscom
Let Fashion Cleaners help keep you WARM with
FREE dry cleaning
service right to
YOUR DOOR
lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H39
ITrsquoS TIME FOR OUR
BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR
LIMITED QUANTITIES AVAILABLECALL FOR DETAILS
Cut Home Heating costs Forever
Zone heat with Regency The way to combat rising fuel costs is to zone heat
with a Regency fireplace Product Turning your drafty fireplace into a high efficiency heater will help keep your heating bill way down
Call Now for a FREEIn-home Consultation491-0800 bull 709 N 132nd St
(next to Hy-Vee)
wwwclaxtonfireplacecomM-f 10-6Sat 9-2
Always Local Always Beautiful
JulyAugust 2013
Architect QampA JAred gerber AiA
Homes for HeroesHelping tHose wHo serve Afford A Home
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
At Home in Sterling RidgeThe Yannones High-Tech
Dream House
in Omaha SeptemberOctober 2013
Morton Meadows NeighbOrhOOd prOfileLandscape RedesignweStSide hOme makeS rOOm fOr hOSpitality
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
SophisticatedSimplicity Entertaining in a Historic Home
H40 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
Bank Job This converted
safe is now a funky
walk-in closet
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H41
Visit our Showroom for Quality Professional Grade Plumbing Products that stand the test of time from the brands you trust that fit your budget and style
Proudly Introducing DXV Products to Omaha
9737 ldquoIrdquo Street Omaha NE 68127 | 4025922820 | omahawinnelsoncom
Hours Monday-Friday 800am-430pm with Tuesday evening appointments available
MAIDSbull Weekly Biweekly Monthlybull Special One Time Cleanings
amp MOREbull Steam Cleaning Carpetsbull Upholstery bull Tile amp Groutbull Wood Floor Rejuvenatorbull ldquoHouse For Salerdquo Cleaning Specialist
Same day and weekend availability See additional discounts and pricing info at
maidsandmorecom 572-6243
Stephanie amp Jim LovelyWe started Maids amp More here locally to
offer you a professional affordable service from people you can trust
ldquoOmaharsquos Complete House Cleaning Resourcerdquo
THANK YOUfor your Best of Omahatrade votes for
Best Home Cleaning Service 7 Years in a Row
WIN
NER
rsquoS C
IRCLE bull 2010 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
WIN
NER
rsquoS CIRCLE bull 2011 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
2009
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to
your home Remember Valentinersquos Day
February 14th84th and 1st St
Downtown Papillion402-331-9136
Rockbrook Village11006 Prairie Brook Road
Omaha NE 68144
4024929855wwwearlytobedcomMention this ad receive 10Off
Restrictions apply See store for details
OHM_Ad_may_v3_Layout 1 51414 139 PM Page 1
1
5
T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
a nice cup of tea to battle the malady known as cabin fever Check out this selection of utilitarian works of art the next time you read the tea leaves OMAG
1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
H42 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
6 8
7
2
3
4
3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H43
MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
H44 januaryfebruary bull 2015
story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H45
H46 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
middot Design Servicesmiddot Renovationsmiddot New Buildsmiddot Furniture Showroommiddot Window Treatmentsmiddot Specialty Wallcoveringsmiddot Area Rugs
January is Remodeling MonthMake Your New Years Resolution a Home Renovation
402498877712123 Emmet Street wwwdesignersomahacom infodesignersomahacom
Call for a consultation today
Hand-picked
78th amp L in Omaha middot allenshomecom middot (402) 331-8480
Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
home furnishing selection As an independent locally owned business Allens Home focuses
on design and craft mdash like our quality treasures from around the world including many pieces
made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
H48 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H49
Thank you Omaha for voting us once againhellip
EXPERIENCE ORIENTED SOLUTIONS
4315 S 120th Street middot 4023344900echosystemsomahacom middot echolightingdesigncom
middot Residential and Commercial Systems Integrationmiddot Distributed Audio and Videomiddot Private Theater Designmiddot Lighting Design Servicesmiddot Automated Shading Solutions
February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
4023318920 middot wwwnormsdoorcom
Better Doors at Better Prices
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
Scan the page with the
LayAR app to view a
gallery slider from our
shoot of the CO2 Building
I MAGINE A BACK-DOOR SETTING that rivals the headiest expanses of Fontantelle Forest nestled just seconds off busy Center Street Such a dreamy place
does exist and itrsquos home for two men of the artsmdashLester Katz interior designer with LK Designs and Jack Becker executive director and chief executive officer of the Joslyn Art Museum
ldquoItrsquos like a tree house There arenrsquot many views like thisrdquo Becker says ldquoItrsquos a great little refuge in the cityrdquo gt
Urban Oasis An Oakdale home mixes worldly treasures
with wide open spaces for an eclectic yet
welcoming effect
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H31
lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
H32 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHomeOmahaHome at home with
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H33
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H33
lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
H34 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H35
402-575-0102bigbirgeplumbingcom
Locally Owned amp Operated
4028893986a2ocontractingcom
RoofingGuttersDecks
M14114 U S DOT 732686
Omaha bull 402-291-2490wwwjimsmovinginccom
ldquoWE PAD THE FURNITURE NOT THE PRICErdquo
Quality MovingProfessionals
Serving theMetro Area For Over 45 Years
Free EstimatesCompetitive Rates
InsuredLicensed
bull Household amp Office Movingbull Assisted Livingbull Pianosbull Gun Safesbull Packing Servicebull Moving In Iowa amp Nebraska
Thanks for voting us Best of Omaha 10 years in a row
businessentertainmentfamilyfood amp drinkhealthhomelifestylestyle
the new
Appointments 402-880-7568OfficeFax 402-932-3412wwwmysuperioromahacom2915 N 16th St Suite B Omaha NE 68110
RESIDENTIAL bull COMMERCIAL bull AUTOMOTIVE
Thank Youfor voting us Best of OmahaTM
Molly Maid of
Central Omaha amp Council Bluffs
402932MAID (6243)cathytichymollymaidcom
each franchise independently owned and operated
H36 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome at home with
H36 januaryfebruary bull 2015
lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H37
KAREN JENNINGS
Standing Tall For YouJennings Team ndash Top Producing CBSHOME Team ndash 2013
Top Individual Producer for CBSHOME 2009-20124022906296 | karenjenningscbshomecom
H38 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home at home with
To Find Out More
CALL4023423491
or go online fashioncleanerscom
Let Fashion Cleaners help keep you WARM with
FREE dry cleaning
service right to
YOUR DOOR
lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H39
ITrsquoS TIME FOR OUR
BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR
LIMITED QUANTITIES AVAILABLECALL FOR DETAILS
Cut Home Heating costs Forever
Zone heat with Regency The way to combat rising fuel costs is to zone heat
with a Regency fireplace Product Turning your drafty fireplace into a high efficiency heater will help keep your heating bill way down
Call Now for a FREEIn-home Consultation491-0800 bull 709 N 132nd St
(next to Hy-Vee)
wwwclaxtonfireplacecomM-f 10-6Sat 9-2
Always Local Always Beautiful
JulyAugust 2013
Architect QampA JAred gerber AiA
Homes for HeroesHelping tHose wHo serve Afford A Home
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
At Home in Sterling RidgeThe Yannones High-Tech
Dream House
in Omaha SeptemberOctober 2013
Morton Meadows NeighbOrhOOd prOfileLandscape RedesignweStSide hOme makeS rOOm fOr hOSpitality
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
SophisticatedSimplicity Entertaining in a Historic Home
H40 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
Bank Job This converted
safe is now a funky
walk-in closet
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H41
Visit our Showroom for Quality Professional Grade Plumbing Products that stand the test of time from the brands you trust that fit your budget and style
Proudly Introducing DXV Products to Omaha
9737 ldquoIrdquo Street Omaha NE 68127 | 4025922820 | omahawinnelsoncom
Hours Monday-Friday 800am-430pm with Tuesday evening appointments available
MAIDSbull Weekly Biweekly Monthlybull Special One Time Cleanings
amp MOREbull Steam Cleaning Carpetsbull Upholstery bull Tile amp Groutbull Wood Floor Rejuvenatorbull ldquoHouse For Salerdquo Cleaning Specialist
Same day and weekend availability See additional discounts and pricing info at
maidsandmorecom 572-6243
Stephanie amp Jim LovelyWe started Maids amp More here locally to
offer you a professional affordable service from people you can trust
ldquoOmaharsquos Complete House Cleaning Resourcerdquo
THANK YOUfor your Best of Omahatrade votes for
Best Home Cleaning Service 7 Years in a Row
WIN
NER
rsquoS C
IRCLE bull 2010 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
WIN
NER
rsquoS CIRCLE bull 2011 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
2009
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to
your home Remember Valentinersquos Day
February 14th84th and 1st St
Downtown Papillion402-331-9136
Rockbrook Village11006 Prairie Brook Road
Omaha NE 68144
4024929855wwwearlytobedcomMention this ad receive 10Off
Restrictions apply See store for details
OHM_Ad_may_v3_Layout 1 51414 139 PM Page 1
1
5
T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
a nice cup of tea to battle the malady known as cabin fever Check out this selection of utilitarian works of art the next time you read the tea leaves OMAG
1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
H42 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
6 8
7
2
3
4
3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H43
MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
H44 januaryfebruary bull 2015
story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H45
H46 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
middot Design Servicesmiddot Renovationsmiddot New Buildsmiddot Furniture Showroommiddot Window Treatmentsmiddot Specialty Wallcoveringsmiddot Area Rugs
January is Remodeling MonthMake Your New Years Resolution a Home Renovation
402498877712123 Emmet Street wwwdesignersomahacom infodesignersomahacom
Call for a consultation today
Hand-picked
78th amp L in Omaha middot allenshomecom middot (402) 331-8480
Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
home furnishing selection As an independent locally owned business Allens Home focuses
on design and craft mdash like our quality treasures from around the world including many pieces
made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
H48 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H49
Thank you Omaha for voting us once againhellip
EXPERIENCE ORIENTED SOLUTIONS
4315 S 120th Street middot 4023344900echosystemsomahacom middot echolightingdesigncom
middot Residential and Commercial Systems Integrationmiddot Distributed Audio and Videomiddot Private Theater Designmiddot Lighting Design Servicesmiddot Automated Shading Solutions
February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
4023318920 middot wwwnormsdoorcom
Better Doors at Better Prices
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
lt The duo purchased the home in May 2013 ldquoWe got into serious remodeling mode immediately the day after we closedrdquo says Katz The five-bedroom Mid-Century Modern home was built and designed in 1968 by Omaha architect Gary Goldstein
You canrsquot miss the mounted head of a wildebeest lording over the inviting living room Itrsquos befitting that his domain is the ldquotree houserdquo Wildebeests who are natives of Africa prefer life among the open woodlands
The walls are treated with grass cloth in a cozy caramel hue ldquoItrsquos warm and it has tex-turerdquo says Katz ldquoIn a way it gives it a dressy look but also a very relaxed look I think it fits the room perfectlyrdquo
Katz says he had a vision when he first walked in the house ldquoI wanted this bright open feel when you walked inrdquo He chose a unique porcelain tile for the flooring ldquoItrsquos made to look exactly like Calcutta marble It creates this expanse that you donrsquot get with a hardwoodrdquo
The newly made bookshelves hold a trea-sure trove of titles on the subjects of art architecture and design They make for per-fect reading to cozy up in front of the linear flame fireplace with their faithful Terrier-mix pooch Tilly nestled on a lap gt
H32 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHomeOmahaHome at home with
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H33
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H33
lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
H34 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H35
402-575-0102bigbirgeplumbingcom
Locally Owned amp Operated
4028893986a2ocontractingcom
RoofingGuttersDecks
M14114 U S DOT 732686
Omaha bull 402-291-2490wwwjimsmovinginccom
ldquoWE PAD THE FURNITURE NOT THE PRICErdquo
Quality MovingProfessionals
Serving theMetro Area For Over 45 Years
Free EstimatesCompetitive Rates
InsuredLicensed
bull Household amp Office Movingbull Assisted Livingbull Pianosbull Gun Safesbull Packing Servicebull Moving In Iowa amp Nebraska
Thanks for voting us Best of Omaha 10 years in a row
businessentertainmentfamilyfood amp drinkhealthhomelifestylestyle
the new
Appointments 402-880-7568OfficeFax 402-932-3412wwwmysuperioromahacom2915 N 16th St Suite B Omaha NE 68110
RESIDENTIAL bull COMMERCIAL bull AUTOMOTIVE
Thank Youfor voting us Best of OmahaTM
Molly Maid of
Central Omaha amp Council Bluffs
402932MAID (6243)cathytichymollymaidcom
each franchise independently owned and operated
H36 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome at home with
H36 januaryfebruary bull 2015
lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H37
KAREN JENNINGS
Standing Tall For YouJennings Team ndash Top Producing CBSHOME Team ndash 2013
Top Individual Producer for CBSHOME 2009-20124022906296 | karenjenningscbshomecom
H38 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home at home with
To Find Out More
CALL4023423491
or go online fashioncleanerscom
Let Fashion Cleaners help keep you WARM with
FREE dry cleaning
service right to
YOUR DOOR
lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H39
ITrsquoS TIME FOR OUR
BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR
LIMITED QUANTITIES AVAILABLECALL FOR DETAILS
Cut Home Heating costs Forever
Zone heat with Regency The way to combat rising fuel costs is to zone heat
with a Regency fireplace Product Turning your drafty fireplace into a high efficiency heater will help keep your heating bill way down
Call Now for a FREEIn-home Consultation491-0800 bull 709 N 132nd St
(next to Hy-Vee)
wwwclaxtonfireplacecomM-f 10-6Sat 9-2
Always Local Always Beautiful
JulyAugust 2013
Architect QampA JAred gerber AiA
Homes for HeroesHelping tHose wHo serve Afford A Home
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
At Home in Sterling RidgeThe Yannones High-Tech
Dream House
in Omaha SeptemberOctober 2013
Morton Meadows NeighbOrhOOd prOfileLandscape RedesignweStSide hOme makeS rOOm fOr hOSpitality
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
SophisticatedSimplicity Entertaining in a Historic Home
H40 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
Bank Job This converted
safe is now a funky
walk-in closet
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H41
Visit our Showroom for Quality Professional Grade Plumbing Products that stand the test of time from the brands you trust that fit your budget and style
Proudly Introducing DXV Products to Omaha
9737 ldquoIrdquo Street Omaha NE 68127 | 4025922820 | omahawinnelsoncom
Hours Monday-Friday 800am-430pm with Tuesday evening appointments available
MAIDSbull Weekly Biweekly Monthlybull Special One Time Cleanings
amp MOREbull Steam Cleaning Carpetsbull Upholstery bull Tile amp Groutbull Wood Floor Rejuvenatorbull ldquoHouse For Salerdquo Cleaning Specialist
Same day and weekend availability See additional discounts and pricing info at
maidsandmorecom 572-6243
Stephanie amp Jim LovelyWe started Maids amp More here locally to
offer you a professional affordable service from people you can trust
ldquoOmaharsquos Complete House Cleaning Resourcerdquo
THANK YOUfor your Best of Omahatrade votes for
Best Home Cleaning Service 7 Years in a Row
WIN
NER
rsquoS C
IRCLE bull 2010 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
WIN
NER
rsquoS CIRCLE bull 2011 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
2009
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to
your home Remember Valentinersquos Day
February 14th84th and 1st St
Downtown Papillion402-331-9136
Rockbrook Village11006 Prairie Brook Road
Omaha NE 68144
4024929855wwwearlytobedcomMention this ad receive 10Off
Restrictions apply See store for details
OHM_Ad_may_v3_Layout 1 51414 139 PM Page 1
1
5
T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
a nice cup of tea to battle the malady known as cabin fever Check out this selection of utilitarian works of art the next time you read the tea leaves OMAG
1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
H42 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
6 8
7
2
3
4
3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H43
MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
H44 januaryfebruary bull 2015
story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H45
H46 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
middot Design Servicesmiddot Renovationsmiddot New Buildsmiddot Furniture Showroommiddot Window Treatmentsmiddot Specialty Wallcoveringsmiddot Area Rugs
January is Remodeling MonthMake Your New Years Resolution a Home Renovation
402498877712123 Emmet Street wwwdesignersomahacom infodesignersomahacom
Call for a consultation today
Hand-picked
78th amp L in Omaha middot allenshomecom middot (402) 331-8480
Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
home furnishing selection As an independent locally owned business Allens Home focuses
on design and craft mdash like our quality treasures from around the world including many pieces
made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
H48 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H49
Thank you Omaha for voting us once againhellip
EXPERIENCE ORIENTED SOLUTIONS
4315 S 120th Street middot 4023344900echosystemsomahacom middot echolightingdesigncom
middot Residential and Commercial Systems Integrationmiddot Distributed Audio and Videomiddot Private Theater Designmiddot Lighting Design Servicesmiddot Automated Shading Solutions
February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
4023318920 middot wwwnormsdoorcom
Better Doors at Better Prices
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H33
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H33
lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
H34 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H35
402-575-0102bigbirgeplumbingcom
Locally Owned amp Operated
4028893986a2ocontractingcom
RoofingGuttersDecks
M14114 U S DOT 732686
Omaha bull 402-291-2490wwwjimsmovinginccom
ldquoWE PAD THE FURNITURE NOT THE PRICErdquo
Quality MovingProfessionals
Serving theMetro Area For Over 45 Years
Free EstimatesCompetitive Rates
InsuredLicensed
bull Household amp Office Movingbull Assisted Livingbull Pianosbull Gun Safesbull Packing Servicebull Moving In Iowa amp Nebraska
Thanks for voting us Best of Omaha 10 years in a row
businessentertainmentfamilyfood amp drinkhealthhomelifestylestyle
the new
Appointments 402-880-7568OfficeFax 402-932-3412wwwmysuperioromahacom2915 N 16th St Suite B Omaha NE 68110
RESIDENTIAL bull COMMERCIAL bull AUTOMOTIVE
Thank Youfor voting us Best of OmahaTM
Molly Maid of
Central Omaha amp Council Bluffs
402932MAID (6243)cathytichymollymaidcom
each franchise independently owned and operated
H36 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome at home with
H36 januaryfebruary bull 2015
lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H37
KAREN JENNINGS
Standing Tall For YouJennings Team ndash Top Producing CBSHOME Team ndash 2013
Top Individual Producer for CBSHOME 2009-20124022906296 | karenjenningscbshomecom
H38 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home at home with
To Find Out More
CALL4023423491
or go online fashioncleanerscom
Let Fashion Cleaners help keep you WARM with
FREE dry cleaning
service right to
YOUR DOOR
lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H39
ITrsquoS TIME FOR OUR
BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR
LIMITED QUANTITIES AVAILABLECALL FOR DETAILS
Cut Home Heating costs Forever
Zone heat with Regency The way to combat rising fuel costs is to zone heat
with a Regency fireplace Product Turning your drafty fireplace into a high efficiency heater will help keep your heating bill way down
Call Now for a FREEIn-home Consultation491-0800 bull 709 N 132nd St
(next to Hy-Vee)
wwwclaxtonfireplacecomM-f 10-6Sat 9-2
Always Local Always Beautiful
JulyAugust 2013
Architect QampA JAred gerber AiA
Homes for HeroesHelping tHose wHo serve Afford A Home
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
At Home in Sterling RidgeThe Yannones High-Tech
Dream House
in Omaha SeptemberOctober 2013
Morton Meadows NeighbOrhOOd prOfileLandscape RedesignweStSide hOme makeS rOOm fOr hOSpitality
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
SophisticatedSimplicity Entertaining in a Historic Home
H40 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
Bank Job This converted
safe is now a funky
walk-in closet
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H41
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1
5
T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
a nice cup of tea to battle the malady known as cabin fever Check out this selection of utilitarian works of art the next time you read the tea leaves OMAG
1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
H42 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
6 8
7
2
3
4
3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H43
MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
H44 januaryfebruary bull 2015
story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H45
H46 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
middot Design Servicesmiddot Renovationsmiddot New Buildsmiddot Furniture Showroommiddot Window Treatmentsmiddot Specialty Wallcoveringsmiddot Area Rugs
January is Remodeling MonthMake Your New Years Resolution a Home Renovation
402498877712123 Emmet Street wwwdesignersomahacom infodesignersomahacom
Call for a consultation today
Hand-picked
78th amp L in Omaha middot allenshomecom middot (402) 331-8480
Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
home furnishing selection As an independent locally owned business Allens Home focuses
on design and craft mdash like our quality treasures from around the world including many pieces
made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
H48 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H49
Thank you Omaha for voting us once againhellip
EXPERIENCE ORIENTED SOLUTIONS
4315 S 120th Street middot 4023344900echosystemsomahacom middot echolightingdesigncom
middot Residential and Commercial Systems Integrationmiddot Distributed Audio and Videomiddot Private Theater Designmiddot Lighting Design Servicesmiddot Automated Shading Solutions
February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
4023318920 middot wwwnormsdoorcom
Better Doors at Better Prices
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
lt ldquoWersquore mixing things uprdquo Becker says ldquoWe have some vintage things that we found here and there This is 1930rsquos French Deco therersquos an 1820lsquos South Carolina sofa The little tables are original Saarinenrdquo Becker says
On a wall opposite the den which houses a fantastic Egyptian Revival chair from the 1960rsquos hangs Andy Warholrsquos original ldquoCow Wallpaperrdquo The first in a series of wallpaper Warhol designed from the 1960rsquos through the 1980rsquos ldquoIt was cut out and framedrdquo Katz says Art dealer Ivan Karp famously said the cows were ldquosuper-pastoralrdquo as noted in the book Popism The Warhol Sixties by Andy Warhol and Pat Hackett
H34 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome at home with
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H35
402-575-0102bigbirgeplumbingcom
Locally Owned amp Operated
4028893986a2ocontractingcom
RoofingGuttersDecks
M14114 U S DOT 732686
Omaha bull 402-291-2490wwwjimsmovinginccom
ldquoWE PAD THE FURNITURE NOT THE PRICErdquo
Quality MovingProfessionals
Serving theMetro Area For Over 45 Years
Free EstimatesCompetitive Rates
InsuredLicensed
bull Household amp Office Movingbull Assisted Livingbull Pianosbull Gun Safesbull Packing Servicebull Moving In Iowa amp Nebraska
Thanks for voting us Best of Omaha 10 years in a row
businessentertainmentfamilyfood amp drinkhealthhomelifestylestyle
the new
Appointments 402-880-7568OfficeFax 402-932-3412wwwmysuperioromahacom2915 N 16th St Suite B Omaha NE 68110
RESIDENTIAL bull COMMERCIAL bull AUTOMOTIVE
Thank Youfor voting us Best of OmahaTM
Molly Maid of
Central Omaha amp Council Bluffs
402932MAID (6243)cathytichymollymaidcom
each franchise independently owned and operated
H36 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome at home with
H36 januaryfebruary bull 2015
lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H37
KAREN JENNINGS
Standing Tall For YouJennings Team ndash Top Producing CBSHOME Team ndash 2013
Top Individual Producer for CBSHOME 2009-20124022906296 | karenjenningscbshomecom
H38 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home at home with
To Find Out More
CALL4023423491
or go online fashioncleanerscom
Let Fashion Cleaners help keep you WARM with
FREE dry cleaning
service right to
YOUR DOOR
lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H39
ITrsquoS TIME FOR OUR
BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR
LIMITED QUANTITIES AVAILABLECALL FOR DETAILS
Cut Home Heating costs Forever
Zone heat with Regency The way to combat rising fuel costs is to zone heat
with a Regency fireplace Product Turning your drafty fireplace into a high efficiency heater will help keep your heating bill way down
Call Now for a FREEIn-home Consultation491-0800 bull 709 N 132nd St
(next to Hy-Vee)
wwwclaxtonfireplacecomM-f 10-6Sat 9-2
Always Local Always Beautiful
JulyAugust 2013
Architect QampA JAred gerber AiA
Homes for HeroesHelping tHose wHo serve Afford A Home
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
At Home in Sterling RidgeThe Yannones High-Tech
Dream House
in Omaha SeptemberOctober 2013
Morton Meadows NeighbOrhOOd prOfileLandscape RedesignweStSide hOme makeS rOOm fOr hOSpitality
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
SophisticatedSimplicity Entertaining in a Historic Home
H40 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
Bank Job This converted
safe is now a funky
walk-in closet
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H41
Visit our Showroom for Quality Professional Grade Plumbing Products that stand the test of time from the brands you trust that fit your budget and style
Proudly Introducing DXV Products to Omaha
9737 ldquoIrdquo Street Omaha NE 68127 | 4025922820 | omahawinnelsoncom
Hours Monday-Friday 800am-430pm with Tuesday evening appointments available
MAIDSbull Weekly Biweekly Monthlybull Special One Time Cleanings
amp MOREbull Steam Cleaning Carpetsbull Upholstery bull Tile amp Groutbull Wood Floor Rejuvenatorbull ldquoHouse For Salerdquo Cleaning Specialist
Same day and weekend availability See additional discounts and pricing info at
maidsandmorecom 572-6243
Stephanie amp Jim LovelyWe started Maids amp More here locally to
offer you a professional affordable service from people you can trust
ldquoOmaharsquos Complete House Cleaning Resourcerdquo
THANK YOUfor your Best of Omahatrade votes for
Best Home Cleaning Service 7 Years in a Row
WIN
NER
rsquoS C
IRCLE bull 2010 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
WIN
NER
rsquoS CIRCLE bull 2011 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
2009
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to
your home Remember Valentinersquos Day
February 14th84th and 1st St
Downtown Papillion402-331-9136
Rockbrook Village11006 Prairie Brook Road
Omaha NE 68144
4024929855wwwearlytobedcomMention this ad receive 10Off
Restrictions apply See store for details
OHM_Ad_may_v3_Layout 1 51414 139 PM Page 1
1
5
T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
a nice cup of tea to battle the malady known as cabin fever Check out this selection of utilitarian works of art the next time you read the tea leaves OMAG
1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
H42 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
6 8
7
2
3
4
3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H43
MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
H44 januaryfebruary bull 2015
story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H45
H46 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
middot Design Servicesmiddot Renovationsmiddot New Buildsmiddot Furniture Showroommiddot Window Treatmentsmiddot Specialty Wallcoveringsmiddot Area Rugs
January is Remodeling MonthMake Your New Years Resolution a Home Renovation
402498877712123 Emmet Street wwwdesignersomahacom infodesignersomahacom
Call for a consultation today
Hand-picked
78th amp L in Omaha middot allenshomecom middot (402) 331-8480
Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
home furnishing selection As an independent locally owned business Allens Home focuses
on design and craft mdash like our quality treasures from around the world including many pieces
made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
H48 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H49
Thank you Omaha for voting us once againhellip
EXPERIENCE ORIENTED SOLUTIONS
4315 S 120th Street middot 4023344900echosystemsomahacom middot echolightingdesigncom
middot Residential and Commercial Systems Integrationmiddot Distributed Audio and Videomiddot Private Theater Designmiddot Lighting Design Servicesmiddot Automated Shading Solutions
February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
4023318920 middot wwwnormsdoorcom
Better Doors at Better Prices
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
Katz and Becker keep active by walking the wooded trails in their Oakdale neighbor-hood They do a fair amount of travelling which is their main source of discovery for all of their fabulous furniture finds They recently visited the dreamscapes of Ravello and Positano in Southern Italy with a stop in zany hectic Naples
The duo admits to a shared aesthetic which makes choosing designs virtually pain-free ldquoIf itrsquos a problem itrsquos because we like so many different thingsrdquo says Katz He mentions the neutral patterned fabric for the chairs in the dining room ldquoWe went through so many choicesrdquo gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H35
402-575-0102bigbirgeplumbingcom
Locally Owned amp Operated
4028893986a2ocontractingcom
RoofingGuttersDecks
M14114 U S DOT 732686
Omaha bull 402-291-2490wwwjimsmovinginccom
ldquoWE PAD THE FURNITURE NOT THE PRICErdquo
Quality MovingProfessionals
Serving theMetro Area For Over 45 Years
Free EstimatesCompetitive Rates
InsuredLicensed
bull Household amp Office Movingbull Assisted Livingbull Pianosbull Gun Safesbull Packing Servicebull Moving In Iowa amp Nebraska
Thanks for voting us Best of Omaha 10 years in a row
businessentertainmentfamilyfood amp drinkhealthhomelifestylestyle
the new
Appointments 402-880-7568OfficeFax 402-932-3412wwwmysuperioromahacom2915 N 16th St Suite B Omaha NE 68110
RESIDENTIAL bull COMMERCIAL bull AUTOMOTIVE
Thank Youfor voting us Best of OmahaTM
Molly Maid of
Central Omaha amp Council Bluffs
402932MAID (6243)cathytichymollymaidcom
each franchise independently owned and operated
H36 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome at home with
H36 januaryfebruary bull 2015
lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H37
KAREN JENNINGS
Standing Tall For YouJennings Team ndash Top Producing CBSHOME Team ndash 2013
Top Individual Producer for CBSHOME 2009-20124022906296 | karenjenningscbshomecom
H38 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home at home with
To Find Out More
CALL4023423491
or go online fashioncleanerscom
Let Fashion Cleaners help keep you WARM with
FREE dry cleaning
service right to
YOUR DOOR
lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H39
ITrsquoS TIME FOR OUR
BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR
LIMITED QUANTITIES AVAILABLECALL FOR DETAILS
Cut Home Heating costs Forever
Zone heat with Regency The way to combat rising fuel costs is to zone heat
with a Regency fireplace Product Turning your drafty fireplace into a high efficiency heater will help keep your heating bill way down
Call Now for a FREEIn-home Consultation491-0800 bull 709 N 132nd St
(next to Hy-Vee)
wwwclaxtonfireplacecomM-f 10-6Sat 9-2
Always Local Always Beautiful
JulyAugust 2013
Architect QampA JAred gerber AiA
Homes for HeroesHelping tHose wHo serve Afford A Home
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
At Home in Sterling RidgeThe Yannones High-Tech
Dream House
in Omaha SeptemberOctober 2013
Morton Meadows NeighbOrhOOd prOfileLandscape RedesignweStSide hOme makeS rOOm fOr hOSpitality
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
SophisticatedSimplicity Entertaining in a Historic Home
H40 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
Bank Job This converted
safe is now a funky
walk-in closet
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H41
Visit our Showroom for Quality Professional Grade Plumbing Products that stand the test of time from the brands you trust that fit your budget and style
Proudly Introducing DXV Products to Omaha
9737 ldquoIrdquo Street Omaha NE 68127 | 4025922820 | omahawinnelsoncom
Hours Monday-Friday 800am-430pm with Tuesday evening appointments available
MAIDSbull Weekly Biweekly Monthlybull Special One Time Cleanings
amp MOREbull Steam Cleaning Carpetsbull Upholstery bull Tile amp Groutbull Wood Floor Rejuvenatorbull ldquoHouse For Salerdquo Cleaning Specialist
Same day and weekend availability See additional discounts and pricing info at
maidsandmorecom 572-6243
Stephanie amp Jim LovelyWe started Maids amp More here locally to
offer you a professional affordable service from people you can trust
ldquoOmaharsquos Complete House Cleaning Resourcerdquo
THANK YOUfor your Best of Omahatrade votes for
Best Home Cleaning Service 7 Years in a Row
WIN
NER
rsquoS C
IRCLE bull 2010 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
WIN
NER
rsquoS CIRCLE bull 2011 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
2009
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to
your home Remember Valentinersquos Day
February 14th84th and 1st St
Downtown Papillion402-331-9136
Rockbrook Village11006 Prairie Brook Road
Omaha NE 68144
4024929855wwwearlytobedcomMention this ad receive 10Off
Restrictions apply See store for details
OHM_Ad_may_v3_Layout 1 51414 139 PM Page 1
1
5
T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
a nice cup of tea to battle the malady known as cabin fever Check out this selection of utilitarian works of art the next time you read the tea leaves OMAG
1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
H42 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
6 8
7
2
3
4
3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H43
MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
H44 januaryfebruary bull 2015
story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H45
H46 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
middot Design Servicesmiddot Renovationsmiddot New Buildsmiddot Furniture Showroommiddot Window Treatmentsmiddot Specialty Wallcoveringsmiddot Area Rugs
January is Remodeling MonthMake Your New Years Resolution a Home Renovation
402498877712123 Emmet Street wwwdesignersomahacom infodesignersomahacom
Call for a consultation today
Hand-picked
78th amp L in Omaha middot allenshomecom middot (402) 331-8480
Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
home furnishing selection As an independent locally owned business Allens Home focuses
on design and craft mdash like our quality treasures from around the world including many pieces
made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
H48 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H49
Thank you Omaha for voting us once againhellip
EXPERIENCE ORIENTED SOLUTIONS
4315 S 120th Street middot 4023344900echosystemsomahacom middot echolightingdesigncom
middot Residential and Commercial Systems Integrationmiddot Distributed Audio and Videomiddot Private Theater Designmiddot Lighting Design Servicesmiddot Automated Shading Solutions
February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
4023318920 middot wwwnormsdoorcom
Better Doors at Better Prices
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
H36 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome at home with
H36 januaryfebruary bull 2015
lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H37
KAREN JENNINGS
Standing Tall For YouJennings Team ndash Top Producing CBSHOME Team ndash 2013
Top Individual Producer for CBSHOME 2009-20124022906296 | karenjenningscbshomecom
H38 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home at home with
To Find Out More
CALL4023423491
or go online fashioncleanerscom
Let Fashion Cleaners help keep you WARM with
FREE dry cleaning
service right to
YOUR DOOR
lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H39
ITrsquoS TIME FOR OUR
BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR
LIMITED QUANTITIES AVAILABLECALL FOR DETAILS
Cut Home Heating costs Forever
Zone heat with Regency The way to combat rising fuel costs is to zone heat
with a Regency fireplace Product Turning your drafty fireplace into a high efficiency heater will help keep your heating bill way down
Call Now for a FREEIn-home Consultation491-0800 bull 709 N 132nd St
(next to Hy-Vee)
wwwclaxtonfireplacecomM-f 10-6Sat 9-2
Always Local Always Beautiful
JulyAugust 2013
Architect QampA JAred gerber AiA
Homes for HeroesHelping tHose wHo serve Afford A Home
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
At Home in Sterling RidgeThe Yannones High-Tech
Dream House
in Omaha SeptemberOctober 2013
Morton Meadows NeighbOrhOOd prOfileLandscape RedesignweStSide hOme makeS rOOm fOr hOSpitality
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
SophisticatedSimplicity Entertaining in a Historic Home
H40 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
Bank Job This converted
safe is now a funky
walk-in closet
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H41
Visit our Showroom for Quality Professional Grade Plumbing Products that stand the test of time from the brands you trust that fit your budget and style
Proudly Introducing DXV Products to Omaha
9737 ldquoIrdquo Street Omaha NE 68127 | 4025922820 | omahawinnelsoncom
Hours Monday-Friday 800am-430pm with Tuesday evening appointments available
MAIDSbull Weekly Biweekly Monthlybull Special One Time Cleanings
amp MOREbull Steam Cleaning Carpetsbull Upholstery bull Tile amp Groutbull Wood Floor Rejuvenatorbull ldquoHouse For Salerdquo Cleaning Specialist
Same day and weekend availability See additional discounts and pricing info at
maidsandmorecom 572-6243
Stephanie amp Jim LovelyWe started Maids amp More here locally to
offer you a professional affordable service from people you can trust
ldquoOmaharsquos Complete House Cleaning Resourcerdquo
THANK YOUfor your Best of Omahatrade votes for
Best Home Cleaning Service 7 Years in a Row
WIN
NER
rsquoS C
IRCLE bull 2010 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
WIN
NER
rsquoS CIRCLE bull 2011 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
2009
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to
your home Remember Valentinersquos Day
February 14th84th and 1st St
Downtown Papillion402-331-9136
Rockbrook Village11006 Prairie Brook Road
Omaha NE 68144
4024929855wwwearlytobedcomMention this ad receive 10Off
Restrictions apply See store for details
OHM_Ad_may_v3_Layout 1 51414 139 PM Page 1
1
5
T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
a nice cup of tea to battle the malady known as cabin fever Check out this selection of utilitarian works of art the next time you read the tea leaves OMAG
1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
H42 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
6 8
7
2
3
4
3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H43
MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
H44 januaryfebruary bull 2015
story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H45
H46 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
middot Design Servicesmiddot Renovationsmiddot New Buildsmiddot Furniture Showroommiddot Window Treatmentsmiddot Specialty Wallcoveringsmiddot Area Rugs
January is Remodeling MonthMake Your New Years Resolution a Home Renovation
402498877712123 Emmet Street wwwdesignersomahacom infodesignersomahacom
Call for a consultation today
Hand-picked
78th amp L in Omaha middot allenshomecom middot (402) 331-8480
Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
home furnishing selection As an independent locally owned business Allens Home focuses
on design and craft mdash like our quality treasures from around the world including many pieces
made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
H48 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H49
Thank you Omaha for voting us once againhellip
EXPERIENCE ORIENTED SOLUTIONS
4315 S 120th Street middot 4023344900echosystemsomahacom middot echolightingdesigncom
middot Residential and Commercial Systems Integrationmiddot Distributed Audio and Videomiddot Private Theater Designmiddot Lighting Design Servicesmiddot Automated Shading Solutions
February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
4023318920 middot wwwnormsdoorcom
Better Doors at Better Prices
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
lt They created some open space by tear-ing down the passageway between the kitchen and the dining room Afterward the dining room needed something special to offset it from the kitchen A copper border inlaid in the porcelain floor was the perfect solution ldquoPeople are pretty surprised by itrdquo Katz says
ldquoYou want it to age and kind of turn brown which it is doingrdquo Becker says The duo regu-larly host dinner parties and their guests help with this tarnishing task ldquoWhere people walk on it is where it is aging the mostrdquo he says
The basement is home base for LK Designs The large space was the perfect place for an impressive fabric library that contains a diz-zying array of textures hues and patterns ldquoIt takes a long time to collect all of theserdquo says Katz who earned his Interior Design degree ten years ago from Watkins College of Art and Design located in Nashville gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H37
KAREN JENNINGS
Standing Tall For YouJennings Team ndash Top Producing CBSHOME Team ndash 2013
Top Individual Producer for CBSHOME 2009-20124022906296 | karenjenningscbshomecom
H38 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home at home with
To Find Out More
CALL4023423491
or go online fashioncleanerscom
Let Fashion Cleaners help keep you WARM with
FREE dry cleaning
service right to
YOUR DOOR
lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H39
ITrsquoS TIME FOR OUR
BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR
LIMITED QUANTITIES AVAILABLECALL FOR DETAILS
Cut Home Heating costs Forever
Zone heat with Regency The way to combat rising fuel costs is to zone heat
with a Regency fireplace Product Turning your drafty fireplace into a high efficiency heater will help keep your heating bill way down
Call Now for a FREEIn-home Consultation491-0800 bull 709 N 132nd St
(next to Hy-Vee)
wwwclaxtonfireplacecomM-f 10-6Sat 9-2
Always Local Always Beautiful
JulyAugust 2013
Architect QampA JAred gerber AiA
Homes for HeroesHelping tHose wHo serve Afford A Home
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
At Home in Sterling RidgeThe Yannones High-Tech
Dream House
in Omaha SeptemberOctober 2013
Morton Meadows NeighbOrhOOd prOfileLandscape RedesignweStSide hOme makeS rOOm fOr hOSpitality
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
SophisticatedSimplicity Entertaining in a Historic Home
H40 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
Bank Job This converted
safe is now a funky
walk-in closet
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H41
Visit our Showroom for Quality Professional Grade Plumbing Products that stand the test of time from the brands you trust that fit your budget and style
Proudly Introducing DXV Products to Omaha
9737 ldquoIrdquo Street Omaha NE 68127 | 4025922820 | omahawinnelsoncom
Hours Monday-Friday 800am-430pm with Tuesday evening appointments available
MAIDSbull Weekly Biweekly Monthlybull Special One Time Cleanings
amp MOREbull Steam Cleaning Carpetsbull Upholstery bull Tile amp Groutbull Wood Floor Rejuvenatorbull ldquoHouse For Salerdquo Cleaning Specialist
Same day and weekend availability See additional discounts and pricing info at
maidsandmorecom 572-6243
Stephanie amp Jim LovelyWe started Maids amp More here locally to
offer you a professional affordable service from people you can trust
ldquoOmaharsquos Complete House Cleaning Resourcerdquo
THANK YOUfor your Best of Omahatrade votes for
Best Home Cleaning Service 7 Years in a Row
WIN
NER
rsquoS C
IRCLE bull 2010 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
WIN
NER
rsquoS CIRCLE bull 2011 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
2009
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to
your home Remember Valentinersquos Day
February 14th84th and 1st St
Downtown Papillion402-331-9136
Rockbrook Village11006 Prairie Brook Road
Omaha NE 68144
4024929855wwwearlytobedcomMention this ad receive 10Off
Restrictions apply See store for details
OHM_Ad_may_v3_Layout 1 51414 139 PM Page 1
1
5
T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
a nice cup of tea to battle the malady known as cabin fever Check out this selection of utilitarian works of art the next time you read the tea leaves OMAG
1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
H42 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
6 8
7
2
3
4
3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H43
MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
H44 januaryfebruary bull 2015
story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H45
H46 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
middot Design Servicesmiddot Renovationsmiddot New Buildsmiddot Furniture Showroommiddot Window Treatmentsmiddot Specialty Wallcoveringsmiddot Area Rugs
January is Remodeling MonthMake Your New Years Resolution a Home Renovation
402498877712123 Emmet Street wwwdesignersomahacom infodesignersomahacom
Call for a consultation today
Hand-picked
78th amp L in Omaha middot allenshomecom middot (402) 331-8480
Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
home furnishing selection As an independent locally owned business Allens Home focuses
on design and craft mdash like our quality treasures from around the world including many pieces
made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
H48 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H49
Thank you Omaha for voting us once againhellip
EXPERIENCE ORIENTED SOLUTIONS
4315 S 120th Street middot 4023344900echosystemsomahacom middot echolightingdesigncom
middot Residential and Commercial Systems Integrationmiddot Distributed Audio and Videomiddot Private Theater Designmiddot Lighting Design Servicesmiddot Automated Shading Solutions
February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
4023318920 middot wwwnormsdoorcom
Better Doors at Better Prices
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
H38 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home at home with
To Find Out More
CALL4023423491
or go online fashioncleanerscom
Let Fashion Cleaners help keep you WARM with
FREE dry cleaning
service right to
YOUR DOOR
lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H39
ITrsquoS TIME FOR OUR
BEST DEAL OF THE YEAR
LIMITED QUANTITIES AVAILABLECALL FOR DETAILS
Cut Home Heating costs Forever
Zone heat with Regency The way to combat rising fuel costs is to zone heat
with a Regency fireplace Product Turning your drafty fireplace into a high efficiency heater will help keep your heating bill way down
Call Now for a FREEIn-home Consultation491-0800 bull 709 N 132nd St
(next to Hy-Vee)
wwwclaxtonfireplacecomM-f 10-6Sat 9-2
Always Local Always Beautiful
JulyAugust 2013
Architect QampA JAred gerber AiA
Homes for HeroesHelping tHose wHo serve Afford A Home
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
At Home in Sterling RidgeThe Yannones High-Tech
Dream House
in Omaha SeptemberOctober 2013
Morton Meadows NeighbOrhOOd prOfileLandscape RedesignweStSide hOme makeS rOOm fOr hOSpitality
Always Local Always Beautiful
A Publication of
SophisticatedSimplicity Entertaining in a Historic Home
H40 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
Bank Job This converted
safe is now a funky
walk-in closet
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H41
Visit our Showroom for Quality Professional Grade Plumbing Products that stand the test of time from the brands you trust that fit your budget and style
Proudly Introducing DXV Products to Omaha
9737 ldquoIrdquo Street Omaha NE 68127 | 4025922820 | omahawinnelsoncom
Hours Monday-Friday 800am-430pm with Tuesday evening appointments available
MAIDSbull Weekly Biweekly Monthlybull Special One Time Cleanings
amp MOREbull Steam Cleaning Carpetsbull Upholstery bull Tile amp Groutbull Wood Floor Rejuvenatorbull ldquoHouse For Salerdquo Cleaning Specialist
Same day and weekend availability See additional discounts and pricing info at
maidsandmorecom 572-6243
Stephanie amp Jim LovelyWe started Maids amp More here locally to
offer you a professional affordable service from people you can trust
ldquoOmaharsquos Complete House Cleaning Resourcerdquo
THANK YOUfor your Best of Omahatrade votes for
Best Home Cleaning Service 7 Years in a Row
WIN
NER
rsquoS C
IRCLE bull 2010 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
WIN
NER
rsquoS CIRCLE bull 2011 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
2009
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to
your home Remember Valentinersquos Day
February 14th84th and 1st St
Downtown Papillion402-331-9136
Rockbrook Village11006 Prairie Brook Road
Omaha NE 68144
4024929855wwwearlytobedcomMention this ad receive 10Off
Restrictions apply See store for details
OHM_Ad_may_v3_Layout 1 51414 139 PM Page 1
1
5
T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
a nice cup of tea to battle the malady known as cabin fever Check out this selection of utilitarian works of art the next time you read the tea leaves OMAG
1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
H42 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
6 8
7
2
3
4
3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H43
MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
H44 januaryfebruary bull 2015
story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H45
H46 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
middot Design Servicesmiddot Renovationsmiddot New Buildsmiddot Furniture Showroommiddot Window Treatmentsmiddot Specialty Wallcoveringsmiddot Area Rugs
January is Remodeling MonthMake Your New Years Resolution a Home Renovation
402498877712123 Emmet Street wwwdesignersomahacom infodesignersomahacom
Call for a consultation today
Hand-picked
78th amp L in Omaha middot allenshomecom middot (402) 331-8480
Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
home furnishing selection As an independent locally owned business Allens Home focuses
on design and craft mdash like our quality treasures from around the world including many pieces
made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
H48 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H49
Thank you Omaha for voting us once againhellip
EXPERIENCE ORIENTED SOLUTIONS
4315 S 120th Street middot 4023344900echosystemsomahacom middot echolightingdesigncom
middot Residential and Commercial Systems Integrationmiddot Distributed Audio and Videomiddot Private Theater Designmiddot Lighting Design Servicesmiddot Automated Shading Solutions
February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
4023318920 middot wwwnormsdoorcom
Better Doors at Better Prices
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
lt It is there just outside his workspace that clients can sit on adorably petite 1930s diner chairs from Paris flea markets to discuss their own design dreams with Katz
Back upstairs in the living room on the coffee table is a tiny metal sign the type that one would set on their desk It says ldquoReproductionsrdquo in a cool font possibly from the 1930rsquos It is a fitting little logo for their creatively engineered lifestyle of alter-ing objects and spaces to suit their tastes and collective desires
ldquoSomeone gave it to merdquo Becker says ldquoThey bought it at an antique store Irsquove always had it I just dropped it here I donrsquot know whyrdquo
ldquoI think it fitsrdquo says Katz OmahaHome
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H39
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A Publication of
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H40 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
Bank Job This converted
safe is now a funky
walk-in closet
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H41
Visit our Showroom for Quality Professional Grade Plumbing Products that stand the test of time from the brands you trust that fit your budget and style
Proudly Introducing DXV Products to Omaha
9737 ldquoIrdquo Street Omaha NE 68127 | 4025922820 | omahawinnelsoncom
Hours Monday-Friday 800am-430pm with Tuesday evening appointments available
MAIDSbull Weekly Biweekly Monthlybull Special One Time Cleanings
amp MOREbull Steam Cleaning Carpetsbull Upholstery bull Tile amp Groutbull Wood Floor Rejuvenatorbull ldquoHouse For Salerdquo Cleaning Specialist
Same day and weekend availability See additional discounts and pricing info at
maidsandmorecom 572-6243
Stephanie amp Jim LovelyWe started Maids amp More here locally to
offer you a professional affordable service from people you can trust
ldquoOmaharsquos Complete House Cleaning Resourcerdquo
THANK YOUfor your Best of Omahatrade votes for
Best Home Cleaning Service 7 Years in a Row
WIN
NER
rsquoS C
IRCLE bull 2010 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
WIN
NER
rsquoS CIRCLE bull 2011 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
2009
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to
your home Remember Valentinersquos Day
February 14th84th and 1st St
Downtown Papillion402-331-9136
Rockbrook Village11006 Prairie Brook Road
Omaha NE 68144
4024929855wwwearlytobedcomMention this ad receive 10Off
Restrictions apply See store for details
OHM_Ad_may_v3_Layout 1 51414 139 PM Page 1
1
5
T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
a nice cup of tea to battle the malady known as cabin fever Check out this selection of utilitarian works of art the next time you read the tea leaves OMAG
1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
H42 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
6 8
7
2
3
4
3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H43
MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
H44 januaryfebruary bull 2015
story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H45
H46 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
middot Design Servicesmiddot Renovationsmiddot New Buildsmiddot Furniture Showroommiddot Window Treatmentsmiddot Specialty Wallcoveringsmiddot Area Rugs
January is Remodeling MonthMake Your New Years Resolution a Home Renovation
402498877712123 Emmet Street wwwdesignersomahacom infodesignersomahacom
Call for a consultation today
Hand-picked
78th amp L in Omaha middot allenshomecom middot (402) 331-8480
Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
home furnishing selection As an independent locally owned business Allens Home focuses
on design and craft mdash like our quality treasures from around the world including many pieces
made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
H48 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H49
Thank you Omaha for voting us once againhellip
EXPERIENCE ORIENTED SOLUTIONS
4315 S 120th Street middot 4023344900echosystemsomahacom middot echolightingdesigncom
middot Residential and Commercial Systems Integrationmiddot Distributed Audio and Videomiddot Private Theater Designmiddot Lighting Design Servicesmiddot Automated Shading Solutions
February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
4023318920 middot wwwnormsdoorcom
Better Doors at Better Prices
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
H40 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome roomstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
Bank Job This converted
safe is now a funky
walk-in closet
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H41
Visit our Showroom for Quality Professional Grade Plumbing Products that stand the test of time from the brands you trust that fit your budget and style
Proudly Introducing DXV Products to Omaha
9737 ldquoIrdquo Street Omaha NE 68127 | 4025922820 | omahawinnelsoncom
Hours Monday-Friday 800am-430pm with Tuesday evening appointments available
MAIDSbull Weekly Biweekly Monthlybull Special One Time Cleanings
amp MOREbull Steam Cleaning Carpetsbull Upholstery bull Tile amp Groutbull Wood Floor Rejuvenatorbull ldquoHouse For Salerdquo Cleaning Specialist
Same day and weekend availability See additional discounts and pricing info at
maidsandmorecom 572-6243
Stephanie amp Jim LovelyWe started Maids amp More here locally to
offer you a professional affordable service from people you can trust
ldquoOmaharsquos Complete House Cleaning Resourcerdquo
THANK YOUfor your Best of Omahatrade votes for
Best Home Cleaning Service 7 Years in a Row
WIN
NER
rsquoS C
IRCLE bull 2010 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
WIN
NER
rsquoS CIRCLE bull 2011 bull WIN
NERrsquoS
CIR
CLE
Best Home Cleaning Service
Maids amp More
2009
Endless amazing interior designs to help bring life to
your home Remember Valentinersquos Day
February 14th84th and 1st St
Downtown Papillion402-331-9136
Rockbrook Village11006 Prairie Brook Road
Omaha NE 68144
4024929855wwwearlytobedcomMention this ad receive 10Off
Restrictions apply See store for details
OHM_Ad_may_v3_Layout 1 51414 139 PM Page 1
1
5
T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
a nice cup of tea to battle the malady known as cabin fever Check out this selection of utilitarian works of art the next time you read the tea leaves OMAG
1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
H42 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
6 8
7
2
3
4
3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H43
MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
H44 januaryfebruary bull 2015
story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H45
H46 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
middot Design Servicesmiddot Renovationsmiddot New Buildsmiddot Furniture Showroommiddot Window Treatmentsmiddot Specialty Wallcoveringsmiddot Area Rugs
January is Remodeling MonthMake Your New Years Resolution a Home Renovation
402498877712123 Emmet Street wwwdesignersomahacom infodesignersomahacom
Call for a consultation today
Hand-picked
78th amp L in Omaha middot allenshomecom middot (402) 331-8480
Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
home furnishing selection As an independent locally owned business Allens Home focuses
on design and craft mdash like our quality treasures from around the world including many pieces
made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
H48 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H49
Thank you Omaha for voting us once againhellip
EXPERIENCE ORIENTED SOLUTIONS
4315 S 120th Street middot 4023344900echosystemsomahacom middot echolightingdesigncom
middot Residential and Commercial Systems Integrationmiddot Distributed Audio and Videomiddot Private Theater Designmiddot Lighting Design Servicesmiddot Automated Shading Solutions
February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
4023318920 middot wwwnormsdoorcom
Better Doors at Better Prices
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
S HOES AND BOOTS COMING out of the Gucci Manolo Blahnek and Claudia
Ciuti fashion houses can carry a pretty hefty price tag
ldquoMy husband says Irsquove become something of a shoot freak something of a junior Imelda Marcosrdquo says the homeowner of this hand-some Downtown living space
Her collection of about 50 pairs of foot-wear certainly deserves to be pampered but doesnrsquot storing them in a walk-in safe seem to be taking things just a bit too far
The rich patina of the safe manufactured by the Harrigan Safe Co of Kansas City was probably a lot less rusticated when it sat in the presidentrsquos office of the furniture company warehouse that once occupied the building Today the space has been converted to a beautifully designed and appointed two-level condo
But doesnrsquot she ever worry about access to her most unusual of closets What if she forgets the combination What would Imelda do
ldquoNothing stands between me and my closetrdquo the homeowner says ldquoJust to be lsquosafersquo [pun intended] we had the mechanism welded open a long time agordquo OmahaHome
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T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
a nice cup of tea to battle the malady known as cabin fever Check out this selection of utilitarian works of art the next time you read the tea leaves OMAG
1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
H42 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
6 8
7
2
3
4
3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H43
MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
H44 januaryfebruary bull 2015
story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H45
H46 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
middot Design Servicesmiddot Renovationsmiddot New Buildsmiddot Furniture Showroommiddot Window Treatmentsmiddot Specialty Wallcoveringsmiddot Area Rugs
January is Remodeling MonthMake Your New Years Resolution a Home Renovation
402498877712123 Emmet Street wwwdesignersomahacom infodesignersomahacom
Call for a consultation today
Hand-picked
78th amp L in Omaha middot allenshomecom middot (402) 331-8480
Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
home furnishing selection As an independent locally owned business Allens Home focuses
on design and craft mdash like our quality treasures from around the world including many pieces
made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
H48 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H49
Thank you Omaha for voting us once againhellip
EXPERIENCE ORIENTED SOLUTIONS
4315 S 120th Street middot 4023344900echosystemsomahacom middot echolightingdesigncom
middot Residential and Commercial Systems Integrationmiddot Distributed Audio and Videomiddot Private Theater Designmiddot Lighting Design Servicesmiddot Automated Shading Solutions
February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
4023318920 middot wwwnormsdoorcom
Better Doors at Better Prices
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
1
5
T HE SEASON THAT RUSSIANS call ldquothe white-nosed monthsrdquo is upon us and therersquos nothing like
a nice cup of tea to battle the malady known as cabin fever Check out this selection of utilitarian works of art the next time you read the tea leaves OMAG
1 The Arts and Crafts Movement may have been a reaction against industrialization and a political statement against factory conditions of late 19th Century England but we just call it good earthy design This cast iron example is a perfect complement to any Mission-themed home hayneedlecom bull $3566
5 Intentionally or otherwise this iconic piece from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection mirrors the ldquoinverted beehiverdquo silhouette of one of the architectrsquos most famous worksmdashNew York Cityrsquos Guggenheim Museum Gadgeteer bull $40
2 Donrsquot overlook the antique and thrift cir-cuit when shopping for almost any singularly cool or off-beat house-hold accent We found this charming example straight out of grand-marsquos curio cabinet at the Assistance League Thrift Store And what a price Assistance League Thrift Store bull $1299
6 First introduced in 1936 the Homer Laughlin China Companyrsquos Fiesta line has become a timeless classic Clean lines and oodles of color choices (shown here in Lapis) make Fiesta a go-to choice when creating a funky mix-and-match vibe Younkers bull $7900
H42 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome hot productsstory by david williams bull photography by bill sitzmann
The Art of Tea And the Art of the Teapot
6 8
7
2
3
4
3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H43
MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
H44 januaryfebruary bull 2015
story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H45
H46 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
middot Design Servicesmiddot Renovationsmiddot New Buildsmiddot Furniture Showroommiddot Window Treatmentsmiddot Specialty Wallcoveringsmiddot Area Rugs
January is Remodeling MonthMake Your New Years Resolution a Home Renovation
402498877712123 Emmet Street wwwdesignersomahacom infodesignersomahacom
Call for a consultation today
Hand-picked
78th amp L in Omaha middot allenshomecom middot (402) 331-8480
Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
home furnishing selection As an independent locally owned business Allens Home focuses
on design and craft mdash like our quality treasures from around the world including many pieces
made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
H48 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H49
Thank you Omaha for voting us once againhellip
EXPERIENCE ORIENTED SOLUTIONS
4315 S 120th Street middot 4023344900echosystemsomahacom middot echolightingdesigncom
middot Residential and Commercial Systems Integrationmiddot Distributed Audio and Videomiddot Private Theater Designmiddot Lighting Design Servicesmiddot Automated Shading Solutions
February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
4023318920 middot wwwnormsdoorcom
Better Doors at Better Prices
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
6 8
7
2
3
4
3 The brightly colored earthenware pottery with a clear lead glaze known as Majolica was all the rage in Victorian Englandand has never gone out of style This dainty delight is well suited for even the most civilized of after-noon tea affairs Pier One Imports bull $25
4 The art of tea deserves to be accompanied by a true work of art when it comes to your brew-ing gear This Japanese cast iron tetsubin is a handsome addition to any tea service but this beauty would be equally at home in the Museum of Modern Art The Tea Smith bull $3995
7 Big box stores can also bring big drama when it comes to smart design This cast iron teapot from Primula proves that boutique looks may be found in the unlikeliestmdashand most affordablemdashof retail settings Target bull $3499
8 Set your table just like your favorite Chinese restaurant by shopping at one of the metrorsquos many Asian food and gift stores This piece is sold as a set and comes with four matching teacups Fortune cookies not included Midwest Oriental bull $2599
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H43
MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
H44 januaryfebruary bull 2015
story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H45
H46 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
middot Design Servicesmiddot Renovationsmiddot New Buildsmiddot Furniture Showroommiddot Window Treatmentsmiddot Specialty Wallcoveringsmiddot Area Rugs
January is Remodeling MonthMake Your New Years Resolution a Home Renovation
402498877712123 Emmet Street wwwdesignersomahacom infodesignersomahacom
Call for a consultation today
Hand-picked
78th amp L in Omaha middot allenshomecom middot (402) 331-8480
Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
home furnishing selection As an independent locally owned business Allens Home focuses
on design and craft mdash like our quality treasures from around the world including many pieces
made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
H48 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H49
Thank you Omaha for voting us once againhellip
EXPERIENCE ORIENTED SOLUTIONS
4315 S 120th Street middot 4023344900echosystemsomahacom middot echolightingdesigncom
middot Residential and Commercial Systems Integrationmiddot Distributed Audio and Videomiddot Private Theater Designmiddot Lighting Design Servicesmiddot Automated Shading Solutions
February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
4023318920 middot wwwnormsdoorcom
Better Doors at Better Prices
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
MEET THE DESIGNERStacie Muhle ASIDArtistico Interiors
H44 januaryfebruary bull 2015
story by stacie muhle bull photography by tom kessler and mark kresl
OmahaHome transformations
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H45
H46 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
middot Design Servicesmiddot Renovationsmiddot New Buildsmiddot Furniture Showroommiddot Window Treatmentsmiddot Specialty Wallcoveringsmiddot Area Rugs
January is Remodeling MonthMake Your New Years Resolution a Home Renovation
402498877712123 Emmet Street wwwdesignersomahacom infodesignersomahacom
Call for a consultation today
Hand-picked
78th amp L in Omaha middot allenshomecom middot (402) 331-8480
Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
home furnishing selection As an independent locally owned business Allens Home focuses
on design and craft mdash like our quality treasures from around the world including many pieces
made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
H48 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H49
Thank you Omaha for voting us once againhellip
EXPERIENCE ORIENTED SOLUTIONS
4315 S 120th Street middot 4023344900echosystemsomahacom middot echolightingdesigncom
middot Residential and Commercial Systems Integrationmiddot Distributed Audio and Videomiddot Private Theater Designmiddot Lighting Design Servicesmiddot Automated Shading Solutions
February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
4023318920 middot wwwnormsdoorcom
Better Doors at Better Prices
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
A PENTHOUSE SPACE IN RIVERFRONT Place a spar-kling anchor in the redevelop-
ment of NoDo was just the lifestyle change needed for this client
We sought an atmosphere that would be perfect for entertaining in a location perched atop the Missouri river and with a magnificent view of the stunning vista
Moving from the typical West Omaha suburbia home meant that storage could be an issue so we designed every space possible with an eye to the maximum use of space from closet systems to a Murphy bed gt
Livable Luxury its all in the details
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H45
H46 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
middot Design Servicesmiddot Renovationsmiddot New Buildsmiddot Furniture Showroommiddot Window Treatmentsmiddot Specialty Wallcoveringsmiddot Area Rugs
January is Remodeling MonthMake Your New Years Resolution a Home Renovation
402498877712123 Emmet Street wwwdesignersomahacom infodesignersomahacom
Call for a consultation today
Hand-picked
78th amp L in Omaha middot allenshomecom middot (402) 331-8480
Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
home furnishing selection As an independent locally owned business Allens Home focuses
on design and craft mdash like our quality treasures from around the world including many pieces
made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
H48 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H49
Thank you Omaha for voting us once againhellip
EXPERIENCE ORIENTED SOLUTIONS
4315 S 120th Street middot 4023344900echosystemsomahacom middot echolightingdesigncom
middot Residential and Commercial Systems Integrationmiddot Distributed Audio and Videomiddot Private Theater Designmiddot Lighting Design Servicesmiddot Automated Shading Solutions
February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
4023318920 middot wwwnormsdoorcom
Better Doors at Better Prices
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
H46 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
middot Design Servicesmiddot Renovationsmiddot New Buildsmiddot Furniture Showroommiddot Window Treatmentsmiddot Specialty Wallcoveringsmiddot Area Rugs
January is Remodeling MonthMake Your New Years Resolution a Home Renovation
402498877712123 Emmet Street wwwdesignersomahacom infodesignersomahacom
Call for a consultation today
Hand-picked
78th amp L in Omaha middot allenshomecom middot (402) 331-8480
Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
home furnishing selection As an independent locally owned business Allens Home focuses
on design and craft mdash like our quality treasures from around the world including many pieces
made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
H48 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H49
Thank you Omaha for voting us once againhellip
EXPERIENCE ORIENTED SOLUTIONS
4315 S 120th Street middot 4023344900echosystemsomahacom middot echolightingdesigncom
middot Residential and Commercial Systems Integrationmiddot Distributed Audio and Videomiddot Private Theater Designmiddot Lighting Design Servicesmiddot Automated Shading Solutions
February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
4023318920 middot wwwnormsdoorcom
Better Doors at Better Prices
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
lt Furniture selections and placement were meticulously planned to accomodate large gatherings and all of the fabrics and leath-ers were selected to maximize durability and tactile stimulation The home also features the integration of lighting shades HVAC sound and televisionmdasheven a self-playing pianomdashall controlled with a touch of an iPad
And the kicker especially in this muffs-and-mittens time of the year Heated floors gt
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H47
middot Design Servicesmiddot Renovationsmiddot New Buildsmiddot Furniture Showroommiddot Window Treatmentsmiddot Specialty Wallcoveringsmiddot Area Rugs
January is Remodeling MonthMake Your New Years Resolution a Home Renovation
402498877712123 Emmet Street wwwdesignersomahacom infodesignersomahacom
Call for a consultation today
Hand-picked
78th amp L in Omaha middot allenshomecom middot (402) 331-8480
Each visit to our showroom is a unique experience because we carefully curate our
home furnishing selection As an independent locally owned business Allens Home focuses
on design and craft mdash like our quality treasures from around the world including many pieces
made in America
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
H48 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H49
Thank you Omaha for voting us once againhellip
EXPERIENCE ORIENTED SOLUTIONS
4315 S 120th Street middot 4023344900echosystemsomahacom middot echolightingdesigncom
middot Residential and Commercial Systems Integrationmiddot Distributed Audio and Videomiddot Private Theater Designmiddot Lighting Design Servicesmiddot Automated Shading Solutions
February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
4023318920 middot wwwnormsdoorcom
Better Doors at Better Prices
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
lt A dramatic expanse of windows boast electronic shades that give the homeowner the option of mixing things up with a selec-tion of patterned sheer and room-darkening options The client wanted all electrical fix-tures to be LED for energy efficiency color and aesthetics in highlighting the homersquos neutral color palette
Quartz countertops and alpaca area rugs were used for their striking look and feel texture and for sustainability purposes Every last detail was customized to add gt
H48 januaryfebruary bull 2015
OmahaHome transformations
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H49
Thank you Omaha for voting us once againhellip
EXPERIENCE ORIENTED SOLUTIONS
4315 S 120th Street middot 4023344900echosystemsomahacom middot echolightingdesigncom
middot Residential and Commercial Systems Integrationmiddot Distributed Audio and Videomiddot Private Theater Designmiddot Lighting Design Servicesmiddot Automated Shading Solutions
February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
4023318920 middot wwwnormsdoorcom
Better Doors at Better Prices
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
januaryfebruary bull 2015 H49
Thank you Omaha for voting us once againhellip
EXPERIENCE ORIENTED SOLUTIONS
4315 S 120th Street middot 4023344900echosystemsomahacom middot echolightingdesigncom
middot Residential and Commercial Systems Integrationmiddot Distributed Audio and Videomiddot Private Theater Designmiddot Lighting Design Servicesmiddot Automated Shading Solutions
February 5-8 2015Donrsquot Miss The Home amp Garden Event of the Year
Build bull Remodel bull Decorate bull Landscape
Produced by Mid-America Expositions Inc bull (402) 346-8003 bull wwwshowofficeonlinecom
48th Annual Spring is coming to the
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
4023318920 middot wwwnormsdoorcom
Better Doors at Better Prices
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
lt to the singular vibe of the space The client also loves metallic and texture which we achieved through creatively integrating the use of both porcelain and mosaic wood hand-beaded wall coverings fabric faux painting art wallpaper furniture custom doors cornice boards and more
Extensive custom woodwork was also used to achieve several curvilinear installations to add extra emphasis and eye-catching appeal
The result is a singularly handsome space looming high above the Missouri River OmahaHome
H50 januaryfebruary bull 2015
Omaha Home transformations
Posh PeacockConsignment Gallery
Furniture amp Home Decor
4029339666 - poshpeacocknet
Bel Air Plaza 704 12100 W Center Rd
A Treasure Troveof Delightful amp Valuable Things
Thank you Omaha for voting us Best Garage Doors
Since 1963
4023318920 middot wwwnormsdoorcom
Better Doors at Better Prices
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
HOME IBC
Itrsquos everything you want in your home ndash from its fresh architectural style and detailing to the simplicity of its lifestyle-driven functionality and a classic timelessness that feels as perfect for your life today as it will in the years to come Itrsquos also why Curt Hofer amp Associates is the arearsquos most inspired
executed ndash let Curt Hofer amp Associates create and build your new custom home
FRESH SIMPLISTIC CLASSICIt begins with an idea Please contact Curt Hofer amp Associates at 4027580440 For an appointment visit curthofercom or see our Ideabook at houzzcomcurthofer
2332 Bob Boozer Drive | Omaha NE 68130 | Phone 4027580440 | wwwcurthofercom
For additional information 4022555750 4 wwwjasperstonedevelopmentcom
mdashmdash A Curt Hofer Company mdashmdash
180th amp Military RoadBennington
220th amp Schram RoadGretna 4 Miles North of I-680
on US 75
As Expansive As All OutdoorsAs intimate as a private retreat As close to ideal as your imagination can take you As close to civilization as you want to be yet as far away from ordinary as you can get Welcome to Jasper Stone Development Premier Acreage Lots
Your Dream Begins Call Today
Just off Blair High Road (Hwy 133) on County Rd 37
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
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Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row
Pella Windows and Doors of Omaha and Lincoln offers a wide range of energy-efficient windows and doors so you can spend less on your heating and cooling costs and have more for other things that matter to you Wersquoll help keep your home ndash and your budget ndash more comfortable
402-331-9225 bull PellaOmahacom
Omaha 9845 South 142nd Street | Lincoln 6891 A Street Suite 118 Clocktower Center
copy 2013 Pella Corporation
Thank you Omaha2 years in a row3 years in a rowThank you Omaha