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kitchen & bath issue

Four AreA KitchensshowcAse hot trends

Indulgent master BathscooK And cleAn:

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sneak Peek: homearama® 2012

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a letter from the editor welcome

Published in conjunction with buzz Publications, llc and reach Publishing llc. © 2012 Reach Publishing, LLC Housetrends magazine is produced by Reach Publishing, LLC. All rights reserved. All logos and trademarks are the properties of their respective owners. We assume no responsibility for errors, inaccuracies, omissions or any inconsistency herein. Housetrends makes no warranties, representa-tions or endorsements regarding any of the services and/or the advertisers, builders, designers or any third parties appearing in the magazine. No part of this work may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage or retrieval system, without the written permission of Reach Publishing, LLC except where prohibited by law. Reach Publishing, LLC reserves the right to edit, alter, or omit any advertiser. Back issues are available upon request for $5.00 per copy, including shipping. (Subject to availability.) To have your name removed from our mailing list, send a letter to Housetrends, Name Removal, 4601 Malsbary Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242.

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My best friend growing up on a country lane in Wintersville, Ohio, was Patty Grimm.

Like me, Patty was one of seven kids, although her household had a decidedly more feminine atmosphere than ours, as there were four girls and three boys living there compared to our three-girl, four-boy arrangement.

I spent a good chunk of my childhood sitting at Patty’s kitchen table. We’d play Parcheesi so often that we didn’t need to count the spaces when we’d roll the dice. When I was lucky enough to be invited for lunch, grilled cheese was the standard fare. All this activity took place while we sat on a blue vinyl booth that wrapped around two sides of the table with its Formica Boomerang laminate top.

There are two things that belonged to Patty and her family that I still envy today: Their sandwich press—my fancy Panini maker can’t quite replicate its outcome—and that corner booth that would stick to the back of our legs in the summertime.

I love booths, but the timing or the configuration of space has never been right for me to have one of my own. So when Carole from Western Hills told me she had her kitchen designed to include a booth nook so she could enjoy a few moments gathered closely with her grandchildren, memories of my own came rushing back.

Kitchens are often the stage for what appear to be subtle, but are often special, moments in our lives. We want them to work equally well for our intimate family din-ners as they do for larger gatherings of friends and relatives. In this issue of Housetrends we introduce you to four local families as they share the heart of their home and what makes it special to them.

To round out our annual kitchen and bath theme, we also feature a dozen of our favorite master baths. We hope they inspire you to create a secluded sanctuary of your own.

And by the way, I’d say there’s a pretty good chance that Carole’s wish is going to come true.

Have fun looking,

Karen Bradner and the Housetrends staff

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Photo by Ross Van Pelt

My hope is that when they are grown, they’ll remember spending time here with me. —carole, Page 30 ’’

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contents greater cincinnati | vol. 11, issue 3

features 21 what’s hot

in the Kitchen See what homeowners and

designers think make four Cincinnati kitchens special

83 homearama® 2012 Preview Get a sneak peek at what’s

in store at this year’s show

92 tablesettings Dining as an artistic opportunity

trends 40 Kitchen trenDs cook and clean A closer look at a handful of

kitchen appliances new for 2012

61 lanDscaPe trenDs out of the ordinary Area experts share some unusual

Plants to Spice up the Landscape

73 bathroom trenDs indulgent escapes A look at some of Housetrends’

favorite master baths

departments 12 Fresh FinDs The latest finds in flooring,

furniture and lighting

96 hoUsetrenDs.com Contests, recipes, resources

and inspiration

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on the cover 21 Two islands in this Rivers Bend

two-toned kitchen provide separate spaces for prep and entertaining.

Photo by Josh beeman

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fresh findsfurnishings

Kitchens and bathrooms are the utilitarian rooms of the home. These finds will redefine them as stylish and elegant.

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fresh findslighting

Get the look! Lighting can transform the mood of a space. Imagine the difference these treasures can make in your kitchen or bathroom.

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By Karen Bradner

The telltale signs of a dated kitchen are easy to spot. It might be the paint color

on the walls, the knobs on the appliances, the faucet at the sink, or the laminate

on the countertops. F How do those compare to the signs of today’s kitchen?

F We’ve asked a cross section of Cincinnati area homeowners and the design-

ers behind their kitchens to share the latest and greatest in designs, features, and

appliances. Take a look at their choices to see how well your current kitchen

stands up. Or use their input to get cooking on your own remodel.

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ExplorE 4 GrEatEr CinCinnati kitChEns and sEE

what thEir ownErs and dEsiGnErs think makE thEm spECial

What’sHot

in thekitchen

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ResouRcesBuilder: HighPointe custom Homes; Kitchen designer:

Amy Holt; Interior designer: Amy Holt, Designs on Madison;

Cabinetry: LNA custom cabinets; Countertops: Granite Guys of cincinnati; Backsplash:

J.P. Flooring; Sinks, faucets, Thermador cooktop and

refrigerator: Ferguson; Paint: Benjamin Moore Peanut shell

and sherwin Williams Tea chest; Lighting: central Light

Fun bonus Feature the island’s

shelving makes space For a dog bed For two maltipoos.

susan’s Favorite design element

Two islands“I can do all my cooking on the back one and still feel connected to family or guests who gather at

the other island.”

neighborhood Rivers Bend

homeowners Tim and Susan

kitchen style Traditional

home style French Chateau

built in 2010

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Hot trend tHe social kitcHen

Designer Amy Holt says, “People want to entertain without

taking their guests downstairs to a lower-level bar.”

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Hot trend Freestanding Furniture

or a Furniture lookCustom panels added

to the refrigerator make it look like an armoire.

Hot trend Hidden work spaces

Susan loves the pull-out shelf behind pocket doors in the

corner. “It’s where I hide my toaster and coffee maker.

I love having all of it out of sight.”

Photo by Josh Beeman Photography

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Hot trend LigHt it up

Kitchens need ambient, feature and practical lighting. “Lighting is vital,” says kitchen designer Dan Krage. “We used task under-cabinet lights and halogen lights mounted at the top of the cabi-nets. They provide a warmer light that makes the granite countertops spar-

kle—especially in the evening.”

Hot trend BuiLt-ins are

convenient and sLeek“I know it sounds silly,” Rubi says,

“but I love having my garbage can and recycling bin built into pull out cabinets because they

are no longer sitting on my kitchen floor.”

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Neighborhood Stonelick Township

homeowNers Steve and Rubi Christie

KitcheN style Contemporary

remodeled in 2011

home style Rustic contemporary

built in 1974

ResouRcesKitchen designer and con-tractor: Dan Krage, Modern Wood elements; Cabinetry:

euro frameless in horizontal grain bamboo with Blum Intivo hard-ware, custom by Modern Wood elements; Flooring: To match existing, schindler Hardwood,

Inc.; Countertops: ouro Brasil granite, Helmart company, Inc.; Backsplash: small subway tiles from Kemper Tile, installed by Rick Wolf; Faucet and light-ing: Richelieu; Appliances:

Jenn-Air refrigerator and oven; Ge cooktop; Lee & Jack’s TV

and Appliances; Wallcovering: selected by interior designer

Nancy Koeninger, Hoffman and Albers Interiors; Sideboard:

Australian walnut and bamboo, custom by Modern Wood

elements

rubi’s favorite featureA smooth

surface cooktop“When I’m not using it,

it’s extra counter space!”

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Hot trend Lots of storage options

A Magic Corner pull out shelving system replaces a traditional lazy Susan for

user-friendly storage in a blind corner; and file drawers for recipes and

paperwork are built into an unused section of the peninsula base.

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Hot trend eco-friendLy

products This sideboard is

made with bamboo, a renewable

resource.

Photos this page by Ross Van Pelt

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TransiTional over TradiTionalFor the first time since the

NKBA began tracking annual design trends, traditional is no longer the most popular design. Transitional, which is a blend of traditional and contemporary, is now the

most common style.

shifT in The woodCherry wood has consistently been the

first or second most popular type of wood for cabinetry, jockeying for the top

spot with maple each year. However, designers are slowly shifting away from

it. Some lesser-used woods being speci-fied more often: oak (now 22%); walnut (13%); birch (15%), and bamboo, which has doubled from 5% last year to 10%.

lighTing newsLight-emitting diode usage is

up 20%. Compact fluorescent lights usage is down 10%.The U.S. ban on newlyproduced incandescent bulbs goes into effect:

01/1/12 100-watt01/1/13 75-watt

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Pull-ouT fauceTs

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standard faucets with a detached side

spray in favor of pull-out models

that integrate both functions.

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We’ve checked in with those who know the latest trends in kitchen design—mem-bers of the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA). In an NKBA survey, over 350 designers were asked to cite the materials they’ve recently incorporated into kitchen designs. Their responses provide insight into design for 2012 and beyond.*

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painted cabinetry

whitecontinuesto be themost popular

option

ShadeS of gray

Gray can allow for very attractive,

distinguished looks without overpowering a design. Gray as the overall color scheme

white59% other38%

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Glass backsplashesGlass is used by more than

half of kitchen designers as a backsplash material.

Glass 52% natural stone tile 60%

Ceramic/porcelain tile 74%

shiny staGes a comeback

polished chrome finishes are up 18%

polished nickel up 8%brushed nickel down 16%

bronze down 8%Stainless steel bucks

the trend up 4%

color schemes(in order of popularity)1 whites and off-whites

2 beiges and bones3 brown 4 gray

5 bronzes and terracottas6 greens

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*Note: the numbers shown indicate the percentage of NKBA member kitchen designers who specified the listed material, product or style during the final three months of 2011 com-pared to a similar survey two years earlier, and therefore will not add up to 100 percent. to see the full report, visit www.nkba.org and search for the 2012 Kitchen & Bath Style Report.

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Neighborhood Western Hills

homeowNers Bill and Carole

KitcheN style Transitional

remodeled in 2011

home style Transitional, built in 1996

carole’s favorite desigN elemeNt

A cozy booth“The kitchen is huge and open. I

wanted to have a cozy space to sit with my grandchildren. My hope is that when they are grown, they’ll

remember spending time here with me.”

ResouRcesKitchen designer: earlene scheid,

The Kitchen Design studio, mem-ber of The V collective Design &

craftsmanship; Contractor: cincy Plus; Cabinetry: Medallion, installed by Hueber Brothers, Inc. carpentry contracting; Custom Cabinetry Accents: Innerwood & company;

Ceiling beams: Innerwood & company, installed by Hueber Brothers,

Inc. carpentry contracting; Custom hood: Modern Aire, The Kitchen

Design studio; Electricians: Mattar electric; Ice machine: Hoshizaki

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carole loves her ice machiNe which is housed

iN the islaNd. “it maKes ice liKe they have at sKyliNe

aNd frisch’s. it’s liKe you’re at a restauraNt

every siNgle day.”

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Hot trend range Hoods as art

“I love the custom range hood,” says the kitchen designer. “It’s a

dramatic focal point. It’s modern, yet traditional. The sparkle

catches your eye.”

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Photos by Josh Beeman

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Hot trend Mix and MatcH stained

and painted wood This two-tone kitchen

features white cabinetry with an island with a mocha

stained wood.

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A closer look at a handful of 2012’s great kitchen appliancesBy Hilary Daninhirsch

The rest of the world has gone

high-tech—why not your kitchen?

Today’s homeowners have a myriad

of new and intuitive options to propel

their kitchen appliances into the next

generation of technology. Funky

design, advanced function and

energy efficiency are at the forefront.

Whether it’s a dishwasher that

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utes or a stovetop that practically

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Dishwashers keep it clean

Bosch: Touting itself as the quietest brand of dishwasher in North America, the Bosch dishwasher sports sleek design and built-in hidden controls for a custom look; some feature recessed handles, others, a bar handle. Bosch received the Energy Star award this year for Sustained Excellence, reflecting its commitment to efficiency and green technology, including its optimum wash sensor and a concealed heating element. With such a large capacity, you can hold a dinner party for 14 and still fit all the dishes into one load.ABOVE AND RIGHT: Photos courtesy of Bosch

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Fisher & Paykel: Fisher & Paykel’s revolutionary Double Dish Drawer fea-tures a one touch operation, separate drawers, and allows for independent wash loads and multiple cycles. Additional features include a selection of water pressure variants with precise water temperature settings and a flow-through detergent dispenser.ABOVE: Photos courtesy of Fisher & Paykel

GE: Though they offer a large vari-ety of design and color choices, technol-ogy and energy efficiency are staples of a GE dishwasher. Some of GE’s dishwasher technologies include: Smart Dispense, which automatically dispenses the correct amount of detergent, the Angled Rack Dry System, which angles glasses at the right degree for easier water run-off, and the Single Rack Wash Selection, which allows you to run just the top rack to save water and energy. RIGHT: Photo courtesy of GE

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Refrigerators keep it cool

Sub-Zero: The Pro 48 from this industry darling and pioneer of dual refrigera-tion helps consumers keep food fresher, longer. Says Michele Bedard, vice president of marketing, “All Sub-Zero PRO 48 models meet rigorous Department of Energy standards for residential use, consuming less energy than a 100-watt light bulb over the course of a year.” Bedard points out other features that make it stand out, such as full extension drawers, interchangeable refrigerator drawer dividers, and a pair of two-gallon stainless steel washable and oven-safe bins that fit under any refrigerator shelf to store smaller items. She added, “The PRO 48 contains two compressors that help maintain proper air conditions and prevent odor transfer between the refrigerator and freezer sections.”ABOVE AND RIGHT: Photos courtesy of Sub-Zero

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Liebherr: German manufacturer Liebherr produces built-in, freestanding and fully inte-grated refrigerators. Some features of Liebherr fridges include: separate cooling circuits, revers-ible doors, LED lighting, a large storage capacity, a touch control system behind the door, BioFresh drawers on telescopic rails and a self-closing mechanism on freezer drawers.ABOVE: Photo courtesy of Liebherr

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LG: A refrigerator should have a high IQ, right? For 2012, LG has updated its line of Smart ThinQ appliances. The new LG Smart Refrigerator hooks up to your home network and communicates with your mobile devices and television for a total food management system. For example, LG’s Smart Manager’s Freshness Tracker will advise you as to when the food in your fridge is about to expire. And if the age-old question “what’s for din-ner?” keeps you up at night, the LG tech-nology can actually suggest dinner based on the ingredients on hand. Thirsty for a cold soda or beer? With the Blast Chiller feature, you only have to wait a couple of minutes for your drink to reach “ahhhh” proportions.LEFT: Photo courtesy of LG

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Cookware keeps it hot

Wolf: Michele Bedard says that Wolf ’s brand new sleek, stainless steel convection steam oven is 25% larger than others of its kind in the market. “The external boiler heats water quickly and efficiently and can be refilled without interrupting the cooking process. The oven’s perfected precision technology senses the proper timing and allocation of steam, consistently

creating ideal cooking environments for a broad range of foods and recipes.” And busy moms will appreciate the ability to decrease cooking time by up to 25%: “The Wolf Gourmet feature properly adjusts the time and temperature based on the amount and size of the food being prepared.” ABOVE: Photo courtesy of Wolf

Whirlpool: One of the largest capacity ovens on the market, the Aqualift Stove features an odor-free self-cleaning system, a temperature management system, and a timesaver convection cooking system. LEFT: Photo courtesy of Whirlpool

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Thermador: Techies, meet Thermador’s Freedom Induction Cooktop, which won accolades for its innovative full-surface induction stove. There are no traditional burners, so the touch-screen interface senses a pot’s shape and position as well as con-trols timing and intensity. Electromagnets are the technology behind induction cooking, and this cooktop uses 48 heating elements equipped with sensorsABOVE: Photo courtesy of Thermador

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Sub-Zero and Wolf Subzero-wolf.com

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Bertazzoni: This Italian manufacturer offers numerous choices in cookware, including electric, gas, induction, convection, built-in or freestanding. Its Segmented Cooktop received the Best in Show award at this year’s Kitchen and Bath Industry Show. This unique 36-inch cooktop combines the power of gas, electric griddle and induction cooking in one package.ABOVE: Photo courtesy of Bertazzoni

Miele: Gourmet cooks, and even not-so-gourmet cooks, will salivate over Miele’s innovative convection steam oven, available in a classic or Europa design. With over 140 settings, including some pre-programmed options, this oven will inject just the right amount of steam into your meals using the external steam gen-erator. Rather than depleting the health benefits of your food, the steam will ensure that the nutrients, as well as fla-vor, are cooked right in. There is a built-in option for this oven.

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Unusual Plants to

Spice up the Landscape

by

Sue Trusty

When I take a look around my neighborhood, I see the

same plant palette repeated over and over: Red maple,

ornamental pear and crabapple trees; Boxwoods, yews,

and burning bushes; Daylilies, hosta and rudbeckia. While

these well-adapted favorites may be attractive and reliable,

it’s time to switch things up a bit. F Our dry summers and

unpredictable winters can be hard on landscape plants, per-

haps leading people to think that only a few dozen tough

species can be reliably grown here. This attitude leads to

the over-planting of narrow selection plants. It’s time to

break out of the mold and plant something different! F

We asked plant experts from our local parks and botanical

gardens to recommend some foolproof plants that are not

so common. These plants are rock-solid selections for our

climate, yet a bit out of the ordinary. And although they

may be less well known, they are available at better plant

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Amazingannualsand perennials

Indian pink (Spigelia marilandi-ca) is a native perennial that will do well in full sun to part shade.

Attractive foliage is topped by brilliant red trumpet-like blossoms with bright yellow tips spilling out. “This is a real show-stopper in late spring, with occasional flowers later if dead-headed. We always get comments about this plant from our visitors,” says Chris Jensen, horticultur-ist at Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark in Dayton.

Chris also recommends nod-ding ladies’ tresses (Spiranthes cernua var. odorata). This is a

stunning native orchid for moist to wet soils in sun or a little shade. It has foot-long spiral spikes with small white bell shaped flowers that are charmingly fra-grant. It spreads slowly by underground rhizomes to increase its size. Fabulous, and definitely not ordinary!

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Crimson Fans mukdenia (Mukdenia rossii ‘Karasuba’) is grown primarily for its foli-

age, in part or light shade. It makes a two-foot clump with small white flowers. In fall the fan-shaped leaves turn bright red with green centers. “It is very attractive, and although described as preferring moist soil, it has done much better for us in dry areas, once established,” says Chris.

Another splendid plant for part sun or shade is the Italian arum (Arum italicum

‘Marmoratum’). “It sends up an abun-dance of arrow-shaped leaves that are dramatically patterned with silver in late summer. They look like they should turn to mush with the first frost,” says Chris, “but stay great looking all winter! In early summer they send up white peace lily-like flowers, followed by spectacular red ber-ries. Then the plant disappears until the next late summer.”

Golden Hakone Grass (Hakenochloa macra ‘Aureola’) is a fine textured grass for

the shade, and a favorite of Steve Foltz, director of horticulture at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden. “It has golden yellow foliage on an 18-inch tall by two-foot wide plant. It mixes well with other shade plants like hosta, epimedium and hellebores. This is one of the nicest shade plants for the garden,” he says.

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an outstanding perennial for the full sun garden. It features pale smoky blue flowers in spring. After the flowers fade, you are left with an attractive grey-green, fine textured plant with interesting seedpods. “It’s one of the best baptisias on the market,” says Steve.

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Sinonme toad lilies (Tricyrtis ‘Sinonme’) are pretty perenni-als that send up mysterious,

orchid-like blooms in the fall, a time when most plants have finished blooming for the season. “Some forms of Tricyrtis have not been hardy here, but ‘Sinonme’ has done well for us,” says Kathy Burkholder, horticulturist at Ohio State University’s Chadwick Arboretum and Learning Gardens. Plant them in shade and moist soil, near a patio or pathway, where you can look closely.

Variegated Solomon’s seal (Polygonatum odoratum ‘Variegatum’) is a classic peren-

nial beauty for the woodland garden. Arching burgundy stems gracefully carry the white-edged foliage, which is beautiful in cut flower arrangements, too. In spring, white bell-shaped flowers dangle in pairs and give off a delicate lily-like fragrance. Kathy notes that this plant tolerates dry soils under the tree canopy, where it will spread slowly to form a colony.

The Rozanne geranium (Geranium ‘Rozanne’) is an easy, carefree, spreading herba-

ceous perennial. Attractive, deeply cut green foliage turns reddish-brown in fall. It is topped with beautiful, large blue flow-ers from early summer to frost. “This is the most prolific blue-flowered geranium, blooming from June through October in our gardens,” says Kathy. “It is disease and pest free, and deer resistant.”

Kathy is excited about the increasing popularity of the various plants we call elephant

ears (Colocasia, Alocasia, and Xanthosoma species). These annuals are the drama queens of the garden, having boldly color-ful foliage or huge leaves with a tropical feel. Some forms do well in sun, while oth-ers prefer shade. They are all nice as accent plants in containers.

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Summer eventS at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical GardenWild About WineJune 21, August 16, 6:30-8:30 PMThis wildly popular wine-tasting series is returning to the Zoo for its seventh year. Held in various locations throughout the park, each event features wine sampling, light fare, live music, and up-close ani-mal encounters. Proceeds from the event benefit CREW, the Lindner Center for Conservation and Research of Endangered Wildlife. Visit www.cincinnatizoo.org to purchase tickets. For more information contact Valerie Milinovich at [email protected]. You must be 21 years or older to attend this event.

MeMbers night, FridAy, June 29Members’ Appreciation Night is dedicated exclusively to Zoo mem-bers and our valued Zoo supporters. The event will feature a Special Members ONLY Giveaway, Cheetah Encounters, live music around the park, crafts and much more! Other family activities include animal enrichment activities, Meet & Greets with Zoo mascots, FREE train and carousel rides and discounts throughout the park. Visit www.cincinnati-zoo.org for more information.

Visitor AppreciAtion dAysAugust 24, 25 & 26 The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is offering 50 percent off the regular admission and parking for all visitors as part of Visitor Appreciation Days.

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Margie Radebaugh, the Director of Horticulture and Education at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, recommends the lacebark pine (Pinus

bungeana). This is a slow-growing conifer which can eventually reach fifty feet in height. Over time, its exfoliating bark reveals a patchwork of white, olive, light purple and silver, providing all-season interest.

According to Margie, one of our finest spring blooming multi-stemmed trees or large shrubs is the fringe tree (Chionanthus virginicus). Also called old-man’s beard,

this plant is native throughout the Southeastern states. The snow-white flowers are produced in loose, terminal six-inch-long panicles that have the ethereal look of puffy white clouds. Flowers are followed by blue-black fruit that attracts birds.

Margie also recommends the bottlebrush buckeye (Aesculus parviflora). This is an extraordinary suck-ering shrub reaching eight to twelve feet in height.

Medium to dark green summer foliage turns yellow-green in fall. The majestic white flower panicles are up to a foot long in late June to July. Plant this native shrub in moist, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter in full sun to shade.

The Palibin lilac (Syringa meyeri ‘Palibin’) is a small, compact lilac that reaches just four to five feet in height, making it exceptionally useful in small gardens.

It blooms heavily, starting at a young age, with reddish purple buds opening to light pink, very fragrant flowers. “And,” adds Margie, “unlike most lilacs, it is extremely resistant to mildew!” It prefers full sun or very light shade, and average, well-drained soil.

Amazing Grace weeping katsura (Cercidiphyllum japonicum ‘Amazing Grace’) is a graceful weeping tree for the landscape. Fall color is pale-yellow and emits a

burnt sugar smell as the leaves fall. It prefers good, well-drained soils and the ability to water during periods of drought. “This is one of the least known, yet best weeping plants around,” says Steve.

Steve also recommends the Tangerine Beauty crossvine (Bignonia capreolata ‘Tangerine Beauty’). The foliage is glossy dark green and mostly evergreen. The flowers

appear from late April to mid-May. “This native vine grows in shade in the wild but prefers full sun in the landscape,” he says. “This is one of the lesser known native plants in our collection.”

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A look at some of Housetrends’ favorite sanctuaries

By Christina Kleiner

Indulgent Escapes

We all know that feeling when we walk out of the spa—relaxed, refreshed and perfectly at ease. Who

wouldn’t want to have that experience every day? There isn’t any reason why you shouldn’t pamper yourself in your

own home. Whether you desire a giant soaking tub, multiple showerheads or an oversized vanity, here are a few of our

favorite master bathroom retreats.

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Contractor: Remodeling Designs, Inc.Designer: Cheeky MonkeyPhoto: Daniel Feldkamp/ Visual Edge Imaging

Why we love it: The ceiling mirror is made of mylar, the same material used to make balloons.

Builder: Doug Pund, Novum Custom HomesArchitect: Sheri ScottPhoto: Daniel Feldkamp/ Visual Edge Imaging

Why we love it: A curved wall, covered in mosaic glass tile, serves as a partition between the walk-thru shower and the bathtub.

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Builder: Heinlen & Follmer, Inc.Countertops: Marble and Granite Works, Inc.Photo: John Evans

Why we love it: Accents, such as the curtain in front of the bathtub and the rug running the length of the double vanity, soften the black and white theme.

Designers: Garry and Kathy PalmerFlooring and shower: Indian multi-color slate, Mees DistributorsClawfoot tub: Tubconnection.comPhoto: Daniel Feldkamp/Visual Edge Imaging

Why we love it: Adding to the drama of the reclaimed clawfoot tub and Tuscan design, this space is separated from the adjoining master bedroom by elegant burgundy floor-to-ceiling drapes.

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Designer: Notion, LLCSinks: Outlaw StudiosPhoto: Craig Thompson

Why we love it: The mirror pulls double duty by servicing the two facing vanities.

Designer: Kathy Cvetkovich, Willowbrook Design, LLCCabinetry: Pennville Custom CabinetryBathtub: Kohler Purist AirbathSinks: LinkasinkPhoto: Craig Thompson

Why we love it: The Mother of Pearl sinks complement the green and white tones of the multi-colored glass tile on the tub surround.

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Interior designers: George T. Mazas and Stephan GrgicPlumbing fixtures: Ferguson Kitchen & Bath GalleryPhoto: Joe Traina

Why we love it: A fireplace and television, built into a wall at the foot of the tub, create the ultimate spa getaway.

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Builder: Zicka HomesShower doors: BascoTile: Florida TileCabinets: Aristokraft

Why we love it: Separate but equally spacious vanities allow for morning prep to take place with plenty of freedom of movement.

Contractor: Bath InspirationsPhoto: Robin Victor Goetz/RVGP Inc.

Why we love it: A mix of materials pulls together to create the sense of a contemporary, earthy, seaside retreat.

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Designer/contractor: Jim Stephens, Van Gogh CapabilitiesFlooring: The Tile ShopSinks, faucets and lighting: Ferguson EnterprisesPhoto: Robin Victor Goetz/ RVGP Inc.

Why we love it: A mix of dark, earth toned stone and tile creates a dramatic design.

Designer: Shannon Riley, Voltage, Inc.Contractor: Camden Homes, Inc.Tub: BainUltraCabinetry: Beloni AmericaSinks: WetstylePhoto: Robin Victor Goetz/RVGP Inc.

Why we love it: The white and chocolate brown palette creates a soothing, Zen-inspired atmosphere. ➸

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The information provided herein is based upon assumptions and information provided by reputable sources, including the National Weather Service, the US Energy Information Service (annual electric utility data) as well as private entities such as RESNET (HERS rating methodology) which are not affiliated with Potterhill Homes. The estimated energy costs and savings take into account typical usage and costs at a given point in time for a specific model of home in a specific location. Actual energy costs will vary and will depend on many variable factors and a change in any of these variables or assumptions could result in reduced savings or higher energy costs. Such variables include, but are not limited to, homeowner behavior, actual utility usage and consumption, the fluctuating cost of energy, the fluctuating price paid for SREC’s, actual weather conditions, and home and equipment maintenance over time. Potterhill Homes does not guarantee or warrant actual energy costs or cost savings.

* Consult a tax professional regarding the solar tax credits available. Potterhill Homes does not guarantee tax credit availability or eligibility.

It starts with a better built home. At Potterhill, we’ve built hundreds of homes with dozens of variations of energy efficient products and processes. We believe we have found the best way to build a home that has zero utility bills, and we’ve built our Homearama 2012 house just that way.

This home is sure to be a show stopper featuring Potterhill Homes’ unique modern eclectic design style and superior energy efficiency features like a 5 Kilowatt solar panel system. Upon entering this house you will be welcomed by a soaring two story foyer. This home features a kitchen fit for a chef, with all the bells and whistles including a white porcelain farmhouse style sink and subway tile backsplash. With arched openings, a family room and hearth room, 2 fireplaces, foot lockers and computer nook at the garage entry, coffered ceiling in the study, built in bookshelves, hardwood staircase, outdoor kitchen and creek-side fire pit, no detail has been overlooked.

Solar PanelsA 5 Kilowatt solar panel system is installedon THE ZERO ENERGY HOME at Homearama.This system is eligible for a 30% Federal Tax Credit*. In addition, the solar panels will earn income for the homeowner by generating Solar Renewable Energy Credits (or SREC’s). Power companies will buy these SREC’s for cash, and the solar panels will help offset the energy bill. Solar is the energy option that actually pays for itself!

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Directions:I-275 to the Wards Corner exit. North on Wards Corner Road. Turn Right on Willows Bend Drive and follow the signs to HOMEARAMA® parking. If using GPS, type in 6408 Birch Creek Dr., Loveland, OH 45140

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HOMEARAMA® celebrates fifty years of home-building innovation

This June HOMEARAMA® turns the big 5-0 with the same elegance, grace and style they’ve

brought to Cincinnati since 1962. ● Sponsored by the Home Builders Association of

Greater Cincinnati, this year’s show features six custom homes in the exclusive neighborhood

of Willows Bend located in Miami Township, Clermont County, just one minute from I-275.

● HOMEARAMA® 2012 runs Saturday, June 9 through Sunday, June 24, but in the mean-

time Housetrends is giving you a sneak peek on the following pages so you can see what’s

in store at the show. ● For more information visit cincybuilders.com.

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The Artisan once again sets the standard for custom luxury, one-of-a-kind homes. It features over 6,000 sq. ft. of finished

interior space and showcases many of the selections and features that are standard in

all Artisan Estate Homes. The open floor plan (designed by the builder) includes

a soaring great room open to the custom kitchen and hearth room, making it per-fect for entertaining family and friends.

Be sure to look up because Artisan Estate Homes showcases the incredible ceilings they’re famous for throughout the home.

The master suite is privately located on the opposite side of the home’s first floor

guest suite so it’s perfect for in-laws or out-of-town guests. The homeowners asked

for a unique lower level that would appeal to their teen sons and their friends so it

includes multiple game areas, an over-the-top theater, and more.

BuilderSChad, Rick and Judie SeitzArtisan Estate Homes, LLC513-310-7079ArtisanEstateHomes.com iWantToRemodel.com

After winning eight out of nine First Place People’s Choice Awards, brothers

Chad and Rick Seitz return to HOMEARAMA® this year with the only home completely designed (interior design, exterior design, and floor plan) by the builder. Chad, a St. Xavier High School and Miami University graduate, is known within the industry for his hands-on approach and demand for quality construction. Also a St. X alum, Rick graduated from Illinois State University and has established a passionate and loyal following among customers and aspiring estate homeowners for his one-of-a-kind architectural designs, custom floor plans and interior designs. Judie Seitz, of Comey & Shepherd, handles real estate needs for their customers. With over 30 years experience in the business, she was inducted into a national realty company’s hall of fame.

Artisan Estate Homes, LLC • 513-310-7079 • www.ArtisanEstateHomes.com

1 the artisan6,200 sq. ft.

$899,000SOLD

Sophistication and comfortable living are showcased in this European-inspired provincial estate. The ambience of the rustic materials and attention to detail set the stage for a home that is sure to surprise and delight the senses. The impressive stone entry, pergola adjacent to the library, and magnificent two-story great room with a stone fireplace are just a few of the impressive features of this home. The two-story window wall in the great room provides views to the beauti-fully designed, tiered terrace with a pizza oven. The charm carries over to the fin-ished lower level with wine-tasting room and pub-like bar. There are three levels of living space, which makes The Wheatland the ideal home for entertaining and celebrating as well as enjoying daily life.

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the artisan6,200 sq. ft.

$899,000SOLD

Sophistication and comfortable living are showcased in this European-inspired provincial estate. The ambience of the rustic materials and attention to detail set the stage for a home that is sure to surprise and delight the senses. The impressive stone entry, pergola adjacent to the library, and magnificent two-story great room with a stone fireplace are just a few of the impressive features of this home. The two-story window wall in the great room provides views to the beauti-fully designed, tiered terrace with a pizza oven. The charm carries over to the fin-ished lower level with wine-tasting room and pub-like bar. There are three levels of living space, which makes The Wheatland the ideal home for entertaining and celebrating as well as enjoying daily life.

BuilderHenry FischerGrand Estates Custom by Fischer859-341-4709fischerhomes.com

Created from the belief that “luxuri-ous and attainable” can coexist, Grand Estates Custom by Fischer Homes deliv-

ers “the good life on a grand scale” by offering premier architectural designs, superior craftsmanship and an exceptional customer expe-rience at a sensible investment. Since 1980, Fischer Homes has been building homes and delivering an exceptional customer experience now in over 100 locations throughout Ohio, Northern Kentucky and Indiana. Fischer Homes maintains a 98% customer satisfaction rating and offers home designs that fit nearly every budget and life-style, from $90,000 to $1 million.

Grand Estates Custom by Fischer • 859-341-4709 • www.fischerhomes.com

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The Medinah is a one-story design by Justin Doyle Homes. It is a decadent

home with superior quality craftsmanship and finishes including rich woods, striking

architectural details, arched gallery-style entries and hallways and voluminous ceilings with details not seen in this

region. The home offers a spacious open floor plan that is ideal for entertaining and day-to-day lifestyles. This home is

approximately 3,200 square feet of living and entertaining space on the first floor and the finished lower level has another

1,600 approximate square feet.

BuilderJustin DoyleJustin Doyle Homes513-445-2111justindoylehomes.com

Justin Doyle has a Mechanical Engineering degree from The Ohio State University with a focus in Industrial Engineering. In its second HOMEARAMA® appearance, Justin

Doyle Homes is proud to be one of the few “100% Certified Energy Star Builders” in the state of Ohio. Their quality has been tested and proven over and over again, which is why they back it up with Ohio’s longest warranties. Their team of engineers designs every home with the best materials and subcontractors available in the market and customizes every plan to meet the homeowner’s exact needs.

Justin Doyle Homes • 513-445-2111 • www.justindoylehomes.com

3 the medinah4,659 sq. ft.

$675,000

The Chelsea is an elegant transitional home with stunning roof lines, a slate style roof and a palette of brick and stone. The first floor master suite offers a double tray ceiling with an inti-mate sitting room. A gourmet kitchen and breakfast room com-bine with a stone fireplace and custom built-ins in the hearth room. The study has beautiful built-ins and a wood beam ceiling showcasing our custom craftsman-ship. The lower level houses a wet bar, wine cellar, media area, recre-ation area, exercise room and bed-room with full bath. The outdoor living areas include a screened-in porch and an oversized deck with steps leading to a firepit.

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$675,000

The Chelsea is an elegant transitional home with stunning roof lines, a slate style roof and a palette of brick and stone. The first floor master suite offers a double tray ceiling with an inti-mate sitting room. A gourmet kitchen and breakfast room com-bine with a stone fireplace and custom built-ins in the hearth room. The study has beautiful built-ins and a wood beam ceiling showcasing our custom craftsman-ship. The lower level houses a wet bar, wine cellar, media area, recre-ation area, exercise room and bed-room with full bath. The outdoor living areas include a screened-in porch and an oversized deck with steps leading to a firepit.

BuilderHal SilvermanHal Homes, Inc.513-984-5360halhomes.com

“Quality Homes with a Personal Touch®” is the company philosophy of Hal Homes, Inc. Hal Homes specializes in attention to detail, stability and service. Hal Silverman has been building and developing high quality communi-

ties in Greater Cincinnati since 1977. He graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a BBA in Accounting and practiced as a CPA prior to found-ing Hal Homes. He has been a longtime member of the HBA, served as President of the Blue Ash Revitalization Committee, and has been awarded the 2001 Blue Ash/Montgomery Rotary Club Entrepreneur of the Year and 1996 Blue Ash Business Person of the year.

Hal Homes, Inc. • 513-984-5360 • www.halhomes.com

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The Zero Energy Home offers energy effi-ciency and cost savings with features such as smart framing with 2x6 walls, structural insulated sheathing, blown insulation, high

efficiency heating and cooling systems, a 5-Kilowatt solar panel system and a GE

Nucleus energy management system. The result? This home will actually pay for its

own utility bills, leaving its owners with thousands of extra dollars in their pocket

every year! While all of that technology might sound intimidating to manage, the

best thing about living in this home is the only thing you’ll need to know is that you

won’t pay an energy bill!

BuilderCarolyn Rolfes and Dan RolfesPotterhill Homes, LLC513-616-9396PotterhillHomes.com

While Carolyn and Dan are proud of the innovative designs of their Craftsman-style homes, there is much more to their story. From the begin-ning, sustainability has been part of

their building process and their culture. Potterhill Homes are built to keep energy costs down, reduce waste during construction and improve indoor air quality. They focus on solid construction, sound use of space and ecological responsibility.

Potterhill Homes, LLC • 513-616-9396 • www.PotterhillHomes.com

55,000 sq. ft.

$768,800

the zero energy home

The Dennison, which was named after Brent Walker’s father, offers cutting edge design for today’s new modern living. Featuring a large and open great room adjoined to a double island kitchen and family dining area; his and her master bathrooms and closets and two junior suites on the second floor with private baths and walk-in closets. There is also a finished lower level with bar, media area and golf simulator.

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$768,800

the zero energy home

The Dennison, which was named after Brent Walker’s father, offers cutting edge design for today’s new modern living. Featuring a large and open great room adjoined to a double island kitchen and family dining area; his and her master bathrooms and closets and two junior suites on the second floor with private baths and walk-in closets. There is also a finished lower level with bar, media area and golf simulator.

BuilderBrent WalkerWalker Homes513-480-4247walkerhomes.com

Walker Homes traces its roots to 1975, when Brent’s father Dennis first start-ed work in the Cincinnati homebuild-ing industry. Brent Walker literally grew up in homebuilding. Many of his

childhood memories center around doing odd jobs on build sites, and later helping grow the family business during summer breaks from studying engineering at Vanderbilt University. He joined his father after graduation and became a full-fledged member of the family business, supervising build sites and modernizing a number of the company’s office processes. Dennis passed away in 2008, but Brent’s commitment to honor the family legacy continued. He launched Walker Homes in 2010 to meet a growing demand for quality homes custom tailored to the client’s unique needs, wants and budget.

Walker Homes • 513-480-4247 • www.walkerhomes.com

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$899,900

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