With treasures that run the gamut from trendy to timeless, it’s plain to see that personalization is one design detail that simply never goes out of style
Monogrammed Napoleon-era locking jewelry box with key. Ellen Golden Antiques, Little Rock, (501) 664-7746
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A homeowner’s worst nightmare turned into a chic new bath for this Fayetteville shop owner
Old Man Winter brought more than snow and ice to one Fayetteville home: he brought an unplanned renovation. “A pipe behind a wall in the bathroom burst, and flooded the living room and kitchen below,” explains homeowner Erin Bridges. “I immediately called on Chris Goddard—who was doing some work in my boutique at the time—because I knew he could put it all back together.” Bridges, who owns Fayetteville’s Tesori, a bridal and formalwear boutique, as well as a Lilly Pulitzer shop known as The Pink Pig, packed up her family and moved out for four months while work on the house was completed. “I trusted Chris completely,” she says. “He did me the courtesy of showing me his plans in advance, but I knew I would love whatever he came up with.”
Taking Shape
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Unique finishes, sleek features, and abundant storage define a small kitchen that is big on style
When it comes to keeping a home, more is not always more. Such was the case for Diann Hurley, who recently downsized to a new home on a golf course in Northwest Arkansas. “I have about half of the square footage that I did in my last home, but am finding that I could actually live with even less,” she says.
Clear Vision
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A homebuilder and his family draw inspiration from their own experiences as well as a famous Manhattan apartment to bring charm and functionality to their kitchen
For Randy and Lydia James building houses is a way of life. For more than 26 years, the couple has been working together to craft homes for Arkansans, so when it came to creating their own dream residence they had a few ideas in mind.
Approach with Passion
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Designer Courtney Smart Stone updates her parents’ kitchen to accommodate their evolving needs
Growing up in a home, you gain a certain level of comfort—and often a sense of nostalgia—when it comes to the space’s design and character. However, over the course of time many of the traits that endear the space to you become features that must change to continue to serve the owners’ needs. Such is the case with the El Dorado childhood home of designer Courtney Smart Stone.
Family Style
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A jaw-dropping view of the Arkansas River is the focal point of an ethereal master bathroom
Scott Paterek and Tammie Weaver of Massimo Interior Design worked in close collaboration with the owners of a riverfront Little Rock home to renovate their master bathroom and transform what was formerly a cramped and confining space into an everyday spa experience. From the custom LED down lighting—which allows the couple to transition seamlessly from evening to night—to the oversized rainfall showerhead, every detail of the space is intended to delight the senses. The result is a retreat—elegant but not extravagant—that invites self-care and produces an atmosphere of total calm.
Moody Blues
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As they prepare to open the doors of Heights Taco & Tamale Company, the culinary geniuses behind the brand give us a glimpse into the test kitchen where a bevy of soon-to-be-well-loved recipes are under development
“Mexican food is in my blood,” says Scott McGehee, executive chef of Yellow Rocket Concepts and one of four owners of the group’s newest venture, Heights Taco & Tamale Company. “I was raised eating at Browning’s [the restaurant that previously occupied Heights Taco & Tamale Company’s soon-to-open space], so the whole experience is very meaningful to me,” he adds. McGehee had two overarching thoughts when the opportunity to open a restaurant in the historic Heights location presented itself: “First, I thought that doing anything other than Tex-Mex would be a disservice. Second, we really wanted to do something unexpected—just as Browning’s did with their original Tex-Mex concept when they opened their doors in 1946,” McGehee says. He also notes that the menu will differ from the coastal-inspired fare at Local Lime, one of Yellow Rocket Concepts’ three other ventures, which also include Central Arkansas’ ZAZA and Big Orange.
On this particular day, McGehee and chef Ben Brainard, who along with John Beachboard and Russ McDonough comprise the restaurant’s four partners, were working to perfect a few much-anticipated menu items, including Delta-style, pulled-pork tamales, Arkansas heirloom tomato pico de gallo, and a Paloma cocktail for those stopping in to visit the bar. Each dish has a strong, Deep-South-meets-Texas-meets-Little Rock flair. Brand Manager and Marketing Director Amber Brewer promises the restaurant’s fully renovated space will have a similar vibe, making it a casual, comfortable place to drop in for lunch or dinner. Heights Taco & Tamale Company is set to open later this fall.
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Leather goods are the hardest working items of any wardrobe. This fall, choose pieces that are unparalleled in quality, character, and style.
1. Tanner Goods belt in natural with red stitching and Huberd’s shoe oil (pictured at center). Domestic Domestic, Little Rock, (501) 661-1776, domesticdomestic.com 2. Ferragamo driving moccasins, leather bracelets, and dark brown belt (pictured at left).The Independent, Fayetteville, (479) 301-2114, Little Rock, (501) 313-2091, Rogers, (479) 271-2455, theindependent-man.com 3. Selvedge denim half-apron with leather straps, Chromexcel keychain, and two-tone cardholder—all handcrafted in Arkansas. American Native, Fayetteville, americannativegoods.com 4. Women’s weathered Western boot and camel-colored oversized clutch. Vesta’s, Little Rock, (501) 375-7820, vestasboutique.com
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Known for her restaurant, Charlotte’s Eats & Sweets, this collector pours her own flavor into the décor of her beloved Keo eatery
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The latest offerings for fixtures, faucets, sinks, and showers prove to be as eye-catching as they are hardworking
A zero-threshold shower base by Jason marries elegance with practicality. Features such as a built-in seat (note: that it can be ordered without this feature), slip-resistant, textured flooring, and a steel-grate channel across the front of the base make it a universal design piece that provides both accessibility and comfort. Falk Plumbing Supply, Hot Springs, (501) 321-1231, North Little Rock, (501) 664-3911, falksupply.com; Plumb Perfect, Springdale, (479) 750-2333, winnelson.com; The Plumbing Warehouse, Little Rock, (501) 664-4183, theplumbingwarehouselittlerock.com
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