Inside Columbia Sept 2008

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182 September 2008 INSIDE COLUMBIA

Leafy plants and hints of jungle patterns make

the master bedroom feel like the rain forest.

Monica asked custom painter Sharon Koontz to

illustrate two trees on either side of the luxurious

bathtub, rather than hang prints.


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Inside LookBy Lindsey Howald

In The Naylor Home, Every RoomIs A Venture Into The Unexpected

For Monica Naylor, theres no point to decorating unless

you use color. This sophisticated, chic 55-year-old uses col-

or every way she can, whether its on the walls, in her own

wardrobe or in the powder room sink, where red and orange

tulips are painted in antique-cracked ceramic. In her home,

deep reds and calming greens dominate, which is just fine by

Tony, her husband of almost 30 years.

Just as long as she stays away from those pinks, he says,

jokingly referring to a large bedroom in their previous home,

which was painted in tone-on-tone pink stripes. God, it

drove me crazy.

Photos By Brad Noblitt

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Color is the unifying element in the Naylors

home; every room utilizes shades of red, sage, olive

and yellow, highlighted with striking accents of black

and white. Checkered black-and-white couches,

French toile custom draperies crafted by Rose AnnWellington and bold black coffee and end tables in

the family room provide a striking contrast to the

fresh floral arrangements (by Benita Rowland) and a

wide view of a lush green backyard.

Monica and Tony have lived in their traditional

Georgian-style home, which stands out from the

ranches in Thornbrook with its four majestic white

pillars, for about five years. With 5,500 square feet,

five bedrooms and six bathrooms, the couple has

plenty of room to relax in and enjoy their recent

retirement. Both had dedicated themselves in their

careers to the educational field, working for Columbia

Public Schools Tony as a home school communica-

tor at Parkade and then Ridgeway, and Monica as the

multicultural coordinator, where she addressed issues

of diversity in the community and the areas schools.

Columbia is such a diverse community, she says.

Monica helped host workshops for teachers hop-

ing to learn as much as possible about each of their

students, implement programs and celebrate the

differences of people in this community, from race,

class and gender to sexual orientation. It became my

passion.

The Kohler sink, with cheery tulips and a

cracked antique finish, provided inspiration

for the powder rooms flowery custom-

painted ceiling.

Color is the unifying elementin the Naylors home

Majestic pillars on the Georgian-style

home, fronted by manicured landscaping,

make the Naylor home a stand-out on the

street.

Custom toile draperies by Rose Ann

Wellington and fresh, colorful flower

arrangements by Benita Rowland add a

homey touch to the Naylors family room.



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By incorporating Toile de Jouy, which is

known for depicting a French pastoral or

garden theme, Monica brings a touch o

the traditional into nearly every room.


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In the parlor, Monica layered a daring

leopard print area rug beneath a more

traditional floral print rug. Her bold

decorating style is fearless.


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Perhaps Monicas former career is why every room

in the house draws from so many design styles. Each

room is like a venture into the unexpected. Lush

garden flower patterns are often put right along with

jungle-themed leopard print I like to have just alittle bit of animal print in every room, she says

while French country styles are blended with striking

contemporary touches. Monica dabbled in decorating

even before a local interior designer bought the

Naylors former home and, noticing Monicas tasteful

eye, invited her to help with shopping and staging

homes. She has a passion for bold yet timeless pieces.

Im traditional, she says. I like things that dont

ever go out of style.

Far removed from the hustle and bustle of the

center of town, the Naylors house is a calming re-

treat. From the sun room Monicas favorite room

a small waterfall, nearly obscured by a leafy greenplant, constantly trickles. The master bathroom,

where custom painter Sharon Koontz depicted two

leafy trees on either side of a Jacuzzi overlooking the

backyard, is perfect for soothing baths. Although the

two are considering flying to Hawaii for their 30th

anniversary, their home is so relaxing they might just

stay put.

I like to just sit right here, says Tony in the family

room. Ill look out the window and watch the birds

and the squirrels.

Many of the custom-painted touches in

the home draw inspiration from the garden

such as this powder room ceiling by Sharon

Koontz.

Tony and Monica Naylor, both retired

employees of Columbia Public Schools,

love their newfound relaxation.

The wooden banister of this winding

staircase is one of the first things visitors

see when visiting the Naylors.

Im traditional, I like

things that dont ever go out of style.


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