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12 Antiques Hot for Hotel

14 Landscapes Seeing is Believing

18 Homescapes Home Sauna Happiness

20 Gardens Rooms to Grow

24 Special Feature Five-Alarm Fireplaces

30 Artist McKenzie Dove’s Fine Art

34 Home for Christmas42 A Model Home48 Seasonal Splendor56 Discovering Kentucky Exploring Our Roots: The Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History

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Over the past decade, collecting articles of silver plate associated with a particular hotel has become increasingly popular. “Hotel silver” is the term used to define the flatware and hollowware once used in grand hotels, some of which continue to operate today. Some collect hotel silver for sentimental reasons, such as silver from the private club where one’s parents were married, or the hotel where a honeymoon or special trip was spent.

The term hotel silver encompasses various sub-categories.

Transportation silver refers to those items used on railroad lines, cruise ships, steamer ships, paddle-wheel steamers, and even airlines.

Military silver is the term used to define the silver used by officers of the military in all branches, with silver from the Navy being the most common.

Hotel silver is usually identified by marks bearing the name of the hotel and manufacturer. Some pieces have dates as well, and sometimes symbols to represent dates, but what makes it most appealing is its sturdy construction and useable form if it is first inspected for corrosion.

It has an exclusive look that a moderately practiced eye can recognize fairly quickly. Made to last, it is heavily plated, often

scratched, but rarely tarnished.

The original hotel silver pieces are going to have significant weight and

patina, where reproductions will be lighter, and carry a more contrived sheen. The practicality of vintage hotel silver is perfect for the younger set, who commonly complain of the maintenance of polishing. Hotel silver has an undeniable visual and sophisticated appeal that fits into a variety of décor, from Traditional English, to French Country.

Collecting a piece of the past, especially when there is sentimentality attached, can be rewarding in many ways. First you have quality pieces that have considerable visual allure, and to add to the elegance, there is the history. Owning a piece of hotel silver that has significant meaning because of memorable personal experience, or because of a family tale that has been told for generations, is invaluable. These are the pieces that become prized possessions simply because of the story.

Acquiring a true artifact from an extinct hotel, or discovering a sugar and creamer from a hotel still in existence, is an ideal way to start your collection.

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BY JERRY SHROUT PHOTOGRAPHY BY WALT ROYCRAFT

Hot for Hotel

ANTIQUES

A Brief History of Hotel Silver

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1 Large spoon, dinner fork and soup spoon from Gibson Hotel.

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2 Hotel Silver cream and sugar by manufacturer Victor Co.

3 Covered sugar bowl.

4 Deshler-Hilton sugar bowl.

5 Teaspoon, salad fork, dinner knife Gibson Hotel.

6 Small coffee pot by manufacturer Benedict Indestructo.

7 Bread plate from Greenbrier Hotel by Blackstone Silver Co.

8 Pendennis Club Hotel Silver teapot.

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LANDSCAPES

BY BILL HENKELPHOTOGRAPHY BY BILL HENKEL

Landscape Architects differ from gardeners, gardeners differ from landscape designers and landscape designers differ from landscape gardeners. The one item these four groups have in common is their love for nature, natural systems, and most importantly, plants.

These dedicated individuals are a “rare breed of cat”—not afraid of hard, dirty work in challenging conditions as they work towards success. Most are happiest on any given day to be up to their ears in dirt, bark and covered with sweat. It is hope that drives this strange energy for small successes. Those small wins keep them coming back season after season, year after year.

You see few garden lovers on the tennis court or golf course—recreation for this lot is most often in the back yard with their rears high in the air and hands busy at work in the soil. This is truly a pastime of passion, period!

All of us that claim to be—and the wannabes—search constantly for inspiration, and there are plenty of places to look for such inspiration.

• Public gardens and arboretums • Countless books • TV and the internet • Garden clubs • Garden tours • Parks and natural areas • Conventions, display gardens and the traveling garden lecture series 1

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1 Enjoy a quiet rest in the garden with this handsome sculpture.

2 An early Mother’s Day crowd enjoy vibrant tulips, wintergreen boxwood and golden willow.

3 A regal Sawara False Cypress Boulevard stands in a tiny habitat of its own.

4 Espalier Flowering Crabapple, in lattice style.

All of these are good and help awaken the inspiration to try something new in our gardens. Most of us “of the garden” are very visual—which means, “I really need to see this to believe it.” If that is the case, there is an amazing resource for all of us, a short six-hour drive from Lexington. Set your GPS for Glencoe, Illinois and the Chicago Botanical Garden. Glencoe is an easy drive north of Chicago and definitely worth the time it will take to get there. The Chicago Botanical Garden is one of the finest collections of landscape architecture in this country. You will find plenty of inspiration here and will come home with great ideas for your own gardens.

Hard to believe, but the gardens are a mere 40 years old and basically carved out of a swamp, a leftover piece of unusable land consisting of 385 acres.

A million guests visited the 26 gardens, 4 natural areas, and 9 islands in 2014. There is a world class Bonsai collection, a library with 110,000 books, 9 plant labs and a wide range of classes and educational offerings. The Chicago Botanical Garden is one of 17 public gardens accredited by the American Association of Museums.

Chicago Botanical Garden is not so big that you can’t see it all in a long day; however, if you have the time, do yourself a real favor and allow at least 2 full days. Use the first day to do a recon and the second day for focus, because while there is a lot to see, it’s so well-constructed as to not overload your senses.

I have visited the gardens for 15 years—traveling to hear lectures from the world’s most influential Landscape Architects and Designers, Plantsmen and lighting experts. In 2011 I was lucky enough to do a certification study in designing and building healing gardens, so during breaks and in between classes I found my way into almost every garden there.

A visit of any length to the Chicago Botanical Garden will fill you with ideas and inspiration to last a lifetime. You will experience the timeless quality of thoughtful design and planning in the gardens, grounds and architecture. Designed to not be a flashy or “flavor of the month” garden, the Chicago Botanical Garden will provide a wealth of inspiration for any plant and garden lover.

Bill Henkel- Landscape Architect and partner at Henkel Denmark “Creating great garden spaces for our clients in the Bluegrass for 38 years.”

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Daffodils Fine Stationery and Gifts, located in the heart of downtown Lexington, specializes in invitations, stationery and gifts. We can fulfill all of your Christmas, wedding and special occasion needs with our wide variety of custom gifts, cards, invitations, and much more. We pride ourselves in providing our customers with unique and high quality products, along with timely customer service to make all occasions memorable.

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Visit historic downtown Georgetown for your next day trip or to find that perfect holiday gift. Downtown merchants offer a variety of items including fine jewelry, fashion and clothing, Kentucky-proud products, and personalized gifts. After strolling along Main Street, be sure to save time for a tasty treat at one of our local bakeries or restaurants!

Located 10 miles north of Lexington, near the intersection of I-75 &

I-64, we’re easy to find!

Holiday Gift Guide

Leather, Inc., located in Palomar Centre in Lexington, is the place to go for all your luggage and travel needs. For 30 years, this locally owned store has specialized in luggage for the casual as well as the business traveler. We also carry a huge selection of briefcases and business items, including the largest selection of writing pens in the state of Kentucky with over 1700 to choose from. Men’s and women’s wallets and a large selection of chess sets are just some of the great gifts you will find at Leather, Inc.

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Century Entertainment & Furnishings is your one-stop shop for all home needs! Our new 35,000 square foot showroom in Louisville offers everything you need for your dream home: furniture, accessories, custom cabinetry, countertops, appliances, audio/video systems, Smart Home technology, media rooms, billiards, gaming, fabrics, drapery, hardware, mattresses, interior designers on staff—the list goes on! Check out our website to see more of what we offer!

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New Store, New Look, New Art! New ways to Gift Artfully!Come visit and help us Celebrate!

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Dolfinger’s has been setting beautiful tables in Kentucky for over 150 years, and the holidays are our favorite time of year.

We specialize in beautiful and unique holiday dinnerware, accessories and heirloom quality ornaments from around the world.

Featured is the holiday collection by Italian artist Alessandro Taddei, Old Saint Nick, made by Vietri and inspired by the stories his mother read to him as a child.

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www.mosshill.net Louisville’s Butchertown Market at 1201 Story Avenue

502-365-3405Historic Middletown at 11613 Main Street

502-797-3400More information can be found at www.MeetMeInMidway.com.

The Midway Merchants Association invites you to spend a day shopping in Historic Midway’s unique shops which include ladies’ boutiques,

men’s clothiers, jewelers, antique galleries, art galleries, consignment stores, specialty shops, leather goods, and more.

Cap off your day with a delicious meal in one of the excellent restaurants.

The Great Room is Lexington’s newest and trendiest consignment shop. Our team works long and hard to find the best and highest quality furniture around. That means you’ll always be able to find unique pieces that fit your style. Whether you’re furnishing your first apartment or the castle you’ve always dreamed of, we have a little bit of something for everyone. Make your room a great room.

Queen Bee Gifts, owned by Debbie Mossbarger and Angie Alstatt, is celebrating Christmas this year by packing our store full of delightful gifts.

Known for gifts for her, him, and home, carrying Kate Spade, Lilly, Tucker Blair, and Bourbon and Boweties.

Located on Harrodsburg Road in Palomar Centre.

Holiday Gift GuideLocally handmade bath and body creations. We specialize in Kentucky themed gifts for everyone on your gift list! One of our most popular scents is our Kentucky Girl, and we make everything from soaps, candles, lotions and body scrub in this fabulous fragrance as well as many others.

Stop by one or our stores or check out our website to see all that we have to offer!

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Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm • Sun, 1pm-4:30pm287 Southland Drive • Lexington, KY 40503

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In the heart of Lexington Kentucky, a 50 year old tradition continues. OKC crafts four varieties of Bourbon candy, as well as a large selection of assorted chocolates, available in milk and dark chocolate. Showcasing traditional favorites such as Kentucky Derby Mints, Pulled Creams, Thoroughbreds, and Caramels, OKC also offers unique items like Potato Chips covered in chocolate. Old Kentucky Chocolates is guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth! For this upcoming holiday season, we offer custom gift baskets and Fruit and Pecan cakes. OKC is your holiday headquarters for Nitro, Ty,

Keeneland dishware, Willow Tree statues, and a plethora of UK items ranging from game-day wear to home and car decor. Ask us about our state-wide fundraising program that features a variety of our delicious candy bars!

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HOMESCAPES

BY CHRISTINA NOLL

Enjoy the multiple health benefits of a sauna from the comfort

of your own home

If you’re feeling stressed, a day at the spa might be just what you need. But who has time to fit an escape to the spa into their busy schedule? A better option is to relax your mind and enjoy the health benefits of a home sauna.

There are many advantages to having a home sauna, including:

It cleanses your skin. The deep sweating in an infrared sauna helps detox your skin and removes embedded oils under the skin, along with releasing dead skin cells. This leads to cleaner pores and softer, healthier skin.

It burns calories. Your body is programmed to work hard to cool and this process results in passive cardiovascular activity that burns calories. Sitting in a sauna for 20 to 30 minutes can burn 200 to 300 calories without stress on your joints or major muscle groups.

It detoxifies your body. Regular use of an infrared or traditional sauna can help reduce levels of lead, copper, zinc, nickel and mercury in the body. These toxins are commonly picked up from our environment, but can be released through the deep sweating that happens in a sauna.

It relieves stress. Probably the most cited benefit for all heat bathing—using a sauna to relax at the end of a long, stressful day is one of life’s greatest pleasures.

It induces a deeper, more relaxing sleep. The combination of all the above benefits will not only provide you with greater health during the day, but will lead to higher quality sleep, so you’ll be more rested.

With all these benefits, you’re probably wondering: How do I get my own home sauna?

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To start, you need to decide whether you want a traditional sauna or an infrared sauna. “If you enjoy steam in the sauna, higher temperatures and a more social environment, then traditional sauna may be the best sauna for you. If you prefer lower temperatures but with body-penetrating heat, the infrared sauna may be your best sauna choice,” explains Ti Jones, sales team member with Aurora Pools and Spas in Lexington. “The sauna you will use the most is the best sauna.”

The best sauna for you depends on a variety of factors. You can choose anything from entry-level portable saunas to deluxe custom saunas. Saunas can be designed with custom lighting, custom benching and multiple wood choices and styles. In short: there is a sauna for everyone’s taste and budget.

There is no question that infrared saunas have grown in popularity. Just like traditional saunas, infrared can be customized to fit your own design ideas or to accommodate special locations. They can also be combined with a traditional sauna heater.

Outdoor saunas are also an option, for poolside, lakeside or patio entertaining. Some models include spacious changing rooms that can double as a pool house. Having an outdoor sauna can also help extend your home pool season.

In addition, sauna heaters and accessories are available for people who may have an existing sauna that needs upgrades, or for people who plan on building the structure themselves and just need help equipping it with top-of-the-line products at an affordable price.

No matter which type of sauna you prefer, before you begin shopping Jones recommends taking measurements of the area you plan to install in your home and bring that information with you when you shop. “We have displays set up here at our store and a friendly sales team that will answer all questions and educate you on all the excellent benefits saunas have to offer,” he explains.

Once you have your own sauna, you may never want to leave home again. Even better, you’ll enjoy the mental and physical health benefits for a lifetime. Plus: it just feels amazing!

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1 This portable sauna is designed for easy set-up and installation. These can typically be installed in 30-45 minutes, and are great saunas for a consumer who lives in an apartment or has moving plans.

2 The Finnleo Amberlight is a traditional sauna that offers the comfort of a spa as well as designer features.

3 Finnleo’s popular Solace sauna is fashioned in a “Deco” design and makes an attractive addition to a home. According to the manufacturer, this sauna is “body-friendly, time-friendly, planet-friendly and family-friendly.”

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GARDENS

Situated in a suburb of Lexington just off Richmond Rd., this beautifully textured green and white garden features a variety of different “rooms,” coupled with abundant structure created by natural stone hardscape and mature plantings to create an elegant space for entertaining.

Rich Thompson of R.W. Thompson Landscaping worked closely with the homeowner on certain elements of the garden’s design, collaborating to create a usable, private, totally contained garden area. The first phase of the garden began more than seven years ago and included adding a water feature adorned with a birdbath-turned-fountain that Thompson plumbed to create the desired effect, as well as a lower lawn area complete with large natural stepping stones that also happen to be one of Thompson’s favorite design elements.

“We work with a natural stone supplier and cut the rock into custom sizes that fit just right in the available space,” Thompson shared.

The garden is characterized by shades of vibrant green in every shape, size and texture, complemented here and there by pops of white blooms. The entire garden also boasts a neat underlying structure that appears to be coaxed out of the natural surroundings by Thompson’s signature use of natural hardscape, hedges and other greenery.

BY KIRSTEN E. SILVENPHOTOGRAPHY BY WALT ROYCRAFT

Rooms To GrowThe second phase of the garden’s redesign has so far included an upper section that is complete with a dining terrace and neat, crushed-pebble pathways that are lined with natural stone edging, as well as a seating area behind the garage, an arbor and a gorgeous antique urn that serves as a focal point.

“The homeowner loves to entertain, so there are plenty of dinners under the stars and holiday get-togethers that spill out into the garden areas,” Thompson shared.

The property was built by its original owners approximately 60 years ago, so another overarching goal was to update the exterior spaces without compromising the home’s historic integrity. Also, the homeowner needed the garden spaces to be completely enclosed to accommodate his beloved dog.

“It’s all about getting the right placement and making sure everything appears as if it was always there,” Thompson shared.

The end result of the years of planning and collaboration is this exquisite design, which relies on a number of carefully planned focal points to enhance—not distract from—the separate areas of the garden, which will undoubtedly continue to evolve over time.

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1 A sphinx-inspired statue was perched here by the homeowner atop a natural stone wall that is located in the shade garden next to the house.

2 Situated just off the home’s back porch amid a number of carefully sheared boxwood hedges, this large concrete urn contains cheerful blooms of white scaevola flowers.

3 This massive agave is one of a pair that spend winters inside and summers making a statement on each side of the sprawling front porch. A row of carefully shaped boxwoods and a planter with white begonias completes this view.

4 White double impatiens bloom from within a naturally textured planter the homeowner placed on a natural stone wall in the garden’s lower terrace.

5 This elegant antique urn is overflowing with bronze leaf dragon begonia and ivy to create a stunning focal point. It is situated at the apex of a formal walkway that features large natural stone pavers specially crafted by R.W. Thompson Landscaping. An Incrediball hydrangea peeks out from behind the planter, which is flanked by large, beautifully shaped boxwoods and burkwood viburnum to outline the underlying structure.

6 The upper terrace was updated by R.W. Thompson Landscaping last year and is part of the second major phase of this garden’s development. The area includes Thompson’s signature use of natural stone and well developed boxwoods in a spacious outdoor dining room that seats at least 10. It is complete with a chandelier selected by the homeowner that is adorned with candles to create an enchanting scene during parties.

Garden Credits:

LANDSCAPE DESIGN & INSTALLATION

R.W. Thompson Landscaping

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7 This enchanting area was part of the first phase of this garden’s evolution, featuring a custom birdbath that doubles as a fountain and was plumbed by R.W. Thompson Landscaping. Whimsical cranes carefully positioned by the homeowner flank the pool, nestled among the columnar arborvitae, while two large boxwoods complete the grouping.

8 This enchanting staircase beckons to be explored and leads up to a shade garden behind the home. The homeowner placed two antique concrete balls on either side to enhance the symmetry of the space, while a bloodgood maple peeks out from behind the boxwoods to the right and a planter overflowing with white impatiens lends additional texture and visual interest. Two rhododendrons and a taxus hedge adorn the arbor, while blue hostas round out the area’s many plantings.

9 This view of the upper terrace provides a nice view of the outdoor dining area, giving a sense of the garden’s various rooms and underlying structure. The burkwood viburnum on both sides of the walkway is being encouraged to grow extra tall right now and will be trained to provide extra shade, as well as a columnar buffer between the garden and the neighbors.

10 This section of the shade garden looks toward the natural stone fence and wooden gate near the front of the home. The area holds a grill area (not pictured) and is defined by nicely developed boxwoods that were carefully selected by R.W. Thompson Landscaping, as well as large natural stone steppers that they fabricated and installed flush with the ground on the gravel walking path. Two planters holding small hollies and another that is overflowing with New Guinea impatiens, creeping ivy and euphorbia complete the look.


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BY KIRSTEN E. SILVEN

SPECIAL FEATURE

Five-Alarm Fireplaces

Five-Alarm Fireplaces


1 Luxurious metal panels in a faux-wood finish stretch upward to the ceiling and mimic the shape of this linear gas direct vent fireplace by Mendota, which features decorative stones inside and a reflective metal interior lining, along with a reflective copper face framing the glass. Photo courtesy of Housewarmings.

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Fireplaces in 2015 have come a long way, evolving into much more than just a source of heat to become enticing focal points and even unique works of art. Although a nice fireplace still comes in handy from a functional standpoint during exceptionally cold winter months, ice storms and power outages, people are now opting to install a fireplace for the distinctive design element it can lend to virtually any space.

The newest fireplace designs boast a clean, modern look and feel, but are versatile enough they can still be molded to suit virtually any style of décor, from contemporary to traditional, simply by tweaking the finishing touches.

In fact, the finishes are what help a fireplace with sleek lines fit into a more traditional or transitional environment and there are a dizzying array of finishing options available, including various metals, stone and glass for the exterior face, along with interior elements like glass, stone and wood in virtually every color, size and shape.

“The trend lately has been toward a cleaner aesthetic, but that doesn’t automatically have to mean modern,” shared Faye Schimke of Housewarmings in Lexington. “It’s possible to apply this trend to virtually any style, from contemporary to traditional.”

Today, gas fireplaces are pretty much the standard in luxury homes, but the good news is that you don’t have to build a new house or start from scratch in order to upgrade an existing outdated fireplace, which is likely to be drafty, messy, clumsy in appearance or all of the above.

Instead, it’s often possible to simply renovate an existing fireplace and completely change the look and feel of a room in the process, even going so far as to create a show stopping work of art that will have everyone who enters the room doing a double take.

“Fireplaces should be upgraded from time to time, just like any other household appliance,” shared Brion Barnhill of Barnhill Chimney. “By updating the fireplace, you can improve efficiency, eliminate drafts and create a real focal point in the room.”

Finally, from a design perspective, keep in mind that fireplaces—regardless of their basic style—tend to remain in fashion for much longer than other elements of the home’s décor that are easier to change out.

This bodes well for homeowners who are opting to go big and bold on a new fireplace that will take a prominent role in the home from both a decorative and an architectural perspective, because it means the investment will maintain more of its value over time.

And as winter approaches, that’s one idea we can all warm up to!3

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2 Positioned in perfect accord with a dramatic arched hallway leading into the home’s formal living area, this traditional fireplace beckons entry and seems to hint of warm conversations after dinner on a frosty winter’s eve. Rich wooden tones and ornate inlaid floors complete the space, which features a Town and Country direct vent gas fireplace with a wood mantle and natural stone surround. Photo courtesy of Barnhill Chimney.

3 The Antefocus fireplace, manufactured by Focus-creation and designed by artist Dominique Imbert, was first created back in 1967 and it still stands the test of time today. Although the design can be used in a variety of interior settings, from traditional to contemporary, this modern application features a type of sunken indoor fire pit, which creates a dedicated space to enjoy conversation and relax around the fire. Each piece is built to order and finished in polished raw steel with visible seams before it is numbered and signed by Imbert. Photo courtesy of Diligence International and CF+D Custom Fireplace Design.

4 Serving dual purposes as a decorative element that helps to add a bit of separation between the kitchen and great room, this direct vent gas fireplace by European Home incorporates a unique chimney enclosure that doubles as an architectural feature in this sleek, contemporary space. Photo courtesy of Housewarmings.

5 Like a massive inverted torch, the Filiofocus 2000 fireplace manufactured by Focus-creation was first designed in 2001 for Lord Norman Foster and can be scaled to fit many different interior spaces. The magnificent hood rises and falls effortlessly using a system of weights and pulleys to open and close the fireplace. Photo courtesy of Diligence International and CF+D Custom Fireplace Design.

6 As one of the line’s most popular fireplace designs, the Agorafocus model is manufactured by Focus-creation and available in two sizes to fit a variety of spaces. It is crafted so the fire can be viewed from all sides and either suspended or installed on a pedestal, providing a luminous focal point in any room. Photo courtesy of Diligence International and CF+D Custom Fireplace Design.

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7 With a unique façade that is finished here in rusted steel, the Metafocus design manufactured by Focus-creation is truly a work of functional art. Here, it takes on a minimalist feel in a room that incorporates a number of nature’s finest elements. Photo courtesy of Diligence International

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both “his” and “her” side of the bathroom. Photo courtesy of Michael Macaluso, Macaluso Designs.

9 The remarkable Oggifocus fireplace is manufactured by Focus-creation and puts a completely new spin on the conventional square style. With a curved wooden shelf below the porthole, this design puts off a nice amount of heat and appears to be contained within the wall itself, thanks to innovative protective masonry, along with upper and lower air vents. Photo courtesy of Diligence International and CF+D Custom Fireplace Design.

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BY KATHIE STAMPSART PHOTOGRAPHY BY MCKENZIE DOVE

McKenzie Dove has celebrated three major life changes within the last few years: becoming a full-time oil artist, getting married, and moving from her

hometown of Dallas, Texas, to Lexington, Kentucky. Make that four: she and her husband, Michael, are also remodeling their house.

A self-taught painter, Dove incorporates both impressionism and expressionism in her artwork. She works with pure oil paints, without any additives, so that the paint is heavy and has a resistance to it. Instead of a brush, she uses palette knives to create her signature look of a thick texture, almost like sculpting. “A lot of people think it’s a mosaic until they get up close and see it’s paint,” she said.

As a child, Dove was always painting and coloring. “I don’t remember not doing art,” she said. By age 17 she took up oils, and that was that: oil paint became her one and only medium. When she turned 18 she started waitressing, and would often come home after a shift and relax by painting. She even took an art class. “I did one semester and the art instructor said I was painting the wrong way, so I quit,” she said.

Soon, people started approaching Dove to buy her artwork. Five years ago her husband—boyfriend at the time—encouraged her to paint full-time. “He thought entrepreneurship was great,” she said. He has been supportive of her time and talent every step of the way.

As a professional artist, Dove is known for her florals and seascapes. “My customers love both,” she said. “I have an equal demand for both.”

Since moving to Kentucky, she is often asked if she is going to start painting horses. At the moment, however, she is sticking with flowers and water. She enjoys the way her foliage subjects create loose movement through vines, leaves and blossoms. And she appreciates the sea for its clean horizon line and serene colors. “I tell my husband I need business trips to the beach for inspiration,” she said with a laugh. She also pores over magazines and Pinterest for composition and color ideas.

Dove sketches ideas on paper, then plans what she is going to do with each piece before applying oil to canvas. Once the paint goes on, she only has three or four days to work with it, depending on the temperature and climate. “I put in 12-hour days if I need to,” she said. “Or scrape all the paint off and start over.”

She works quickly because when the oil paint starts drying it becomes too tacky to work with. Her particular technique is such a deep layering process, she will sometimes use her palette knives up to 100 times on any given one-inch-square spot.

Each painting takes six to eight weeks to dry fully. Many of Dove’s clients order customized pieces from her based off existing paintings on her website. Perhaps the composition is the same but the colors are different, or the colors are identical but the piece is a smaller size.

“I don’t want someone to fall in love with a piece and think they can never have one,” she said.

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3 A seascape with grass as the focal point has become a signature composition for the artist. This one is 24” by 24” and is titled “Find Your Way.”

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5 Inspired by a close friend’s bridal bouquet, “Something Blue” is 24” by 24”. Many of Dove’s commissioned floral pieces are of bridal bouquets, because it is a beautiful way to preserve a wedding memory.

6 This 36” by 36” painting is a successful experiment in explosive moment. The way the flowers wound up spreading in all directions reminded Dove of a confetti popper, so she named it “Confetti.”

7 A neutral piece with touches of mint, peach and lavender, this 40” by 24” canvas is titled “Trellis” because floral vines appear to grow as though they are on a trellis.


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8 Dove’s 2015 Fall Series pays homage to seascapes and landscapes, with a blurred horizon line so that it is up to the viewer to decide where trees end and clouds begin, as in this 24” by 30” oil painting, “Rise.”

9 Dove has painted hundreds of 6” by 6” pieces of art. She titles them with first names, like Emily, Fredrick, Sarah and Winston. When her clients see these small pieces, they connect with certain ones because the title reminds them of someone in their own lives. This one is titled “Samantha.

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Inspired by Colonial Williamsburg inside and out, an Anderson County family welcomes extended family and friends for the holidays.

BY KATHIE STAMPSPHOTOGRAPHY BY WALT ROYCRAFT

Situated on just over an acre and a half in Anderson County, this house was constructed in a Colonial Williamsburg style, with wood-moulded brick instead of standard brick. The door is painted a country redwood color by Benjamin Moore, with complementary blue/gray paint on the raised-panel shutters. The homeowners’ wreathes on each window are made with greenery from the property.

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ifelong residents of Lawrenceburg and high school sweethearts, Jan and Mike Rogers bought their home in 1995 from friends of theirs, Judy Bond and her late husband, Tom Bond. The house was six years old at the time.

“We literally moved through the field from the house we were in,” said Jan Rogers. “We had five acres and purchased another 10, thinking we would build again.” Mike Rogers was traveling a lot with his job at IBM then—he has since retired—but when the Bonds asked the Rogerses about purchasing the 4,000-square-foot home, the answer was yes.

“She knew I liked the same colors as she did,” said Jan Rogers, who was the circuit court clerk of Anderson County, a position she held from 1994 to 2013.

For Jan and Mike Rogers, and their college student son, Kyle, home is cozy and intimate during Thanksgiving and Christmas, and all year long. The two-story house has a basement, three bedrooms, and three and a half baths. While the master suite is upstairs, there is a guest suite off the entry hall on the main floor. “That was a consideration when we bought the house,” Jan Rogers said. “We thought if someday we were fortunate enough to stay here, then we can move right downstairs.”

There are two staircases in the house that make a circle, of sorts, so the family can walk up the front stairs to the master bedroom or the guest room or office, and then down the back staircase to the family room on the main floor.

“We spend more time in the family room downstairs and the office upstairs,” the homeowner said. “It’s a very comfortable home. When people come they feel very comfortable when they’re here.”

She also likes how easy the house is to maintain. “I love the hardwood floors,” she said. “I wouldn’t have anything else.” The flooring throughout the house is a red oak in random widths.

Resting on those hardwood floors are pieces of furniture made by Jan Rogers’ father, the late Lloyd Duncan. Her mother, Geri Duncan, enjoys cross-stitching, and many of her sampler pieces are framed on the walls. Mike Rogers’ sister, Pat Sweasy, crafted many of the baskets in the house. Family members have made their mark in every room, and every room welcomes extended family members and friends during the holidays.

The homeowners start decorating the day after Thanksgiving, hanging wreathes on the windows that are decorated with fresh or artificial fruit (depending on how cooperative the Kentucky weather will be), but no ribbons or bows, in keeping with a colonial décor. They use fresh greenery throughout the house and set up small and tall Christmas trees in various rooms.

“We love Christmas,” Jan Rogers said. “Christmas to me is a time of reflection and giving thanks for the many blessings we have been given. I love being home with family and friends.”

L2 The charming entry hall is made even more welcoming during the holidays with natural greenery on the staircase. The homeowners just need to step outside to get those particular decorations from their yard: magnolia, cedar, boxwood and nandina. There’s more greenery on top of the federal-style grandfather clock; it has Westminster chimes on the hour and half-hour. On the right-hand side of the foyer, the colonial reproduction settee was crafted by furniture maker Terry Craycraft, in true Windsor style out of three woods.

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3 In addition to the colonial color scheme of the paint and furnishings in the formal living room, one of the most striking features is the tall schoolmaster’s desk. Handcrafted out of walnut by Jan Rogers’ father, he figured out every dimension and angle on his own just by looking at a picture of a similar desk. The cupboard opens to reveal shelves, and above the drawers are pullouts to make a writing desk. The Christmas tree in the corner is decorated with faux apples, grapes, pears and pinecones.

4 In colonial times this would have been called the keeping room. For the Rogers family it is the family room. It has redwood ceiling beams, a wood-burning fireplace with a Williamsburg-esque narrow mantle, and wainscoting in a Porter Paints color called Hatteras gray. To the right of the hearth, stairs lead to the second floor master suite. The baskets hanging from the ceiling were crafted by Mike Rogers’ sister, Pat Sweasy, who used to work at Shaker Village. The tall Christmas tree in the family room has ornaments made of gingerbread and some that look like lollipops, which are made out of strips of cloth like a braided rug.

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5 Hanging from the ceiling above the cooktop, the ladder rungs are a modern interpretation of a bar in the Raleigh Tavern in Williamsburg, Virginia. Salt-glazed pottery pieces sit on counters on both sides of the kitchen, complementing the alder cabinets. Tin lighting, hardwood flooring and a braided rug round out the kitchen’s contemporary colonial features.

6 The area rug in the dining room is from the Williamsburg collection of Karastan. Jan Rogers’ father made the walnut sugar chest to the left of the side window. She collects Vermont-made Bennington pottery, like the cobalt blue bowl atop the chest. Her dad also made the candle table to the right of the three-corner cupboard, as well as the tavern shelf holding more decorative pottery. The salt-glazed jug on the floor is antique, an old style that is particularly seen a lot in New England. The dining room is lighted by a Williamsburg reproduction chandelier made of hand-punched tin.

7 Cherry is the wood of choice in this guest room. Jan Rogers collects antique salt-glazed crocks, like the large ones on the floor to the left of the bed, and handwoven coverlets, in cotton or wool, that she keeps in the corner cupboard. The little Christmas tree has personal ornaments, some made out of gingerbread each year and some that were made when the Rogers’ son was in grade school. Her mom, Geri Duncan, made the framed cross-stitch patterns on the walls.

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8 Jan Rogers’ father made all of the walnut furniture in the master bedroom—the four-poster bed, nightstands, dresser, dressing table, tavern shelf, quilt rack and candle table—every piece except for the two chairs in the forefront on either side of the candle table. The wall behind the bed is the master bath.

9 Decorated with wallpaper from Perspectives, the master bath has cultured marble counters, a punched-tin chandelier over the garden tub, punched-tin sconces on the walls between framed mirrors, red oak flooring, and a door painted with a Porter Paints color called Hatteras gray.

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This popular ranch floor plan at Little Spring Farm is big on charm.

BY CHRISTINA NOLLPHOTOGRAPHY BY WALT ROYCRAFT

A Model Home

Featuring 2,285 square feet on the main floor, and 1,106 finished on the lower level walk out, this all brick home has 4 bedrooms 3.5 bathrooms. Stone columns, fiber cement accents and metal roofing on the front porch give this home attractive curb appeal.

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ooking for a new home with an abundance of appeal and livable space? You’ll find it in the highly desirable Little Spring Farm community located in Fern Creek, in Louisville. Located at 1116 Vista Club Drive, this model home was completed earlier this year and is open daily for customers to view.

The home is designed in the newly updated Jamestown floor plan, a craftsman style ranch featuring a split plan with the owner’s suite on one side and two additional bedrooms on the opposite side. “This is our most popular ranch floor plan now featuring a highly requested half bathroom,” explains Donna Tovar, Marketing Director with Elite Homes. This floor plan has been featured in the Home Builder’s Association of Louisville’s annual Homearama event, and is often described as being one of the most “livable” floor plans.

A screened covered patio off the back of the home is accessible from both the breakfast area in the kitchen and also the owner’s suite, providing maximum use of the outdoor space. The row of windows and full glass doors along the back of the home look directly onto a small lake with a water feature. “The walkout lower level features a very unique large stacked rock retaining wall,” says Tovar. “This rock was on the property, and we decided to incorporate the use of it.”

Throughout the home, a neutral palate, including earthy color schemes and stainless steel, evokes a contemporary and inviting feel. The furniture in this particular model home includes lots of dark woods and gray accents. The artwork provides the unique pops of color that make the rooms very distinct.

All ceilings in this home are nine feet, and the floor plan includes a large vault in the great room. All homes are equipped with a passive radon system, and are prewired for both cable and satellite service. The home also uses special framing techniques to ensure additional insulation can be used in the corners of the home.

Beyond this fabulous home, the Little Springs Farm community offers a large community clubhouse, community swimming pool and backs up to Floyd’s Fork Park, making this a perfect home to enjoy year round.

2 Engineered 3/8” Baroque Sierra Plank flooring welcomes you to this home and sets the tone of refined luxury. The front door is a Riverwood full lite steel door finished in bronze color from PC Home Store, which fits nicely with the craftsman style of the exterior. The foyer features a unique tray ceiling with crown moulding, Kichler lighting in Nickel and Sherwin Williams accessible beige walls.

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3 The open concept of this serviceable home can be truly appreciated from the vantage point of the breakfast area, which opens to the kitchen and great room. Plenty of light balances the warm, neutral colors, including the dark wood flooring and beige walls.

4 A look-thru to the great room from the dining room allows for more light to flow through the home and is part of the open concept floor plan that makes this home so desirable. In the dining room, the walls are Sherwin Williams softened green, complemented by Mohawk flooring in rice cake and nickel light fixtures. The room is furnished in a traditional, welcoming way.

5 The kitchen offers an open, functional space that is perfect for entertaining or solo cooking. The cabinets are Aristokraft Landen in umber maple, balanced by Giallo countertops in ornamental granite. GE Stainless appliances and Delta stainless faucet finish out the practical, yet beautiful room.

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6 Aptly named, the great room is a terrific place for completely relaxing with friends and family while enjoying the view of the Little Springs Farm community. Custom bookcases flank either side of the fireplace with a tile surround and a mantel. The media hookups are run through the walls so that there are no cords or boxes. Flooring is once again engineered 3/8” Baroque Sierra Plank and the walls are kept neutral in Sherwin Williams accessible beige. Comfortable, abundant seating provides a place for everyone to enjoy.

7 In the lower level of the home, which walks out to the back yard, a family room provides additional space for gathering in comfort. Leather couches and plush carpet provide luxury along with ease.

8 Located on the main floor, the guest room offers a cozy, tidy space away from the open floor plan of the rest of the home. As in the master suite, the flooring is Mohawk in rice cake and the wall color is accessible beige by Sherwin Williams.

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10 You’ll be surrounded by opulence in this owner’s suite bathroom, which features wallpaper that matches the contemporary décor of the owner’s suite. The bathroom is outfitted with Aristokraft Landen cabinets in umber maple and ABM countertops in blended ivory. A raised vanity allows for two 22 inch drawer stacks. Ceramic tile in oyster gray covers the floors and shower walls, while the lighting is Kichler in nickel. The shower has a frameless door and Delta Leland stainless faucet. Hardware finishes in satin nickel round out the elegant tone.

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Seasonal Splendor


Warm golden tones blend with a dusting of snow and the deep blue twilight glow to set a tranquil mood. Homeowner Tim Lally handles the lighting design and installation himself, adding a bit more every year during the holiday season to embellish the home’s front elevation, which boasts a distinct Mediterranean feel, with a nod toward symmetry and balance that is echoed throughout the interior.

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omeowners Tim and Patti Lally were excited to build their dream home on this nicely wooded lot in the prestigious Triple Crown Development of Union, Kentucky. They enlisted the help of builder Dale McPherson of Signature Homes to create a design that would work for them for decades to come. That was back in 1996, so it’s safe to say that today the Lallys are just as happy with the home—if not more so—as they were when they built it.

“We wanted an open floor plan and Dale exceeded our expectations,” shared Patti. “He’s a creative genius.”

The ranch home’s design has a distinctly Mediterranean meets Floridian vibe, including 18-foot vaulted ceilings, plenty of space for entertaining and a fully finished lower level that is complete with a separate media room, spacious workout area/office and pool table.

“We were drawn to the Triple Crown development, which is a fantastic golf community in northern Kentucky that features custom homes,” Patti stated.

Patti Lally handled the interior design for the home and also does the interior portion of the Christmas decorating every year, while her husband handles the outside lighting design. During the holidays, the home’s interior is transformed into a winter wonderland, aglow with golden tones, silvery lights and pops of whimsical animal print in every room. Each of the home’s five large Christmas trees has its own distinct look, ranging from white and silver with pops of gold and feathers on top, to green and bronze with splashes of crimson.

Enchanting scenes await discovery at every turn, from the bronze ballerina tucked into the sideboard display in the formal dining room—a gift from Tim to commemorate Patti’s time as a professional ballerina—to the nearly life-sized reindeer that appear here and there, to the many angels, nutcrackers and other holiday-themed baubles, all meant to delight and beguile.

Tim Lally works in the family steel business and the couple really loves to entertain, having hosted as many as 100 people at holiday parties, which are always much-anticipated by everyone on the guest list.

“We hold various parties for different groups, from family to friends to business associates,” Patti shared. “I also do a girls’ afternoon some years, from 3 to 8 p.m.”

The Lally’s pull out all the stops for their gatherings, including two full bars—one upstairs and one in the lower level—and a dizzying array of delightful finger foods. A professional pianist is also brought in to really set the tone for holiday parties by playing seasonal favorites on the couple’s baby grand.

Regardless of the season, however, the Lally family is most enamored by the easy living inspired by their ranch-style home, which has stood the test of time and continues to evolve with the family’s changing needs.

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4 Here, an elegant bronze ballerina prepares to dance upon the marble-topped sideboard in the dining room, which also holds a variety of golden, white and silver hued holiday-themed baubles to complete the scene.

5 A wall of windows surrounding a gas fireplace provide a wonderful view of the beautifully wooded lot and allow plenty of natural light to flood the great room. This expansive area opens to the entry, dining room, formal living room and kitchen, with plenty of space left for the baby grand piano. A decorative wrought iron railing leads the way to the lower level, while a stained glass piece above the TV nook is lit from behind for added effect while entertaining.

6 The kitchen flows openly from the great room, providing an ideal space for entertaining, boasting two islands, granite countertops, custom cabinets featuring a wine storage rack, hardwood flooring and a sunny breakfast nook.

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8 Even the lower level is transformed during the holidays, with overtones of green and bronze reflected throughout and a whimsical deer that Patti Lally adorned with crisp white lights for added pizazz. The lower level is also home to a workout room/office, media room and pool table (not pictured).


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10 The home’s use of symmetry in its design is also reflected in the inviting marble tub found in the master bath, flanked by dual sinks with granite countertops and featuring a decorative tile trim. Duofold shades on the windows permit plenty of light to enter the space, while also ensuring privacy.

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DISCOVERING KENTUCKY

Exploring Our Roots: The Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History

BY CHRISTINA NOLLPHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF

THE THOMAS D. CLARK CENTER FOR KENTUCKY HISTORY

When you think of Kentucky history, names such as Daniel Boone and Abraham Lincoln probably come to mind. However, when it comes to our great Commonwealth’s history, there’s more to discover than you may expect. The same holds true at the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History, where you can explore over 12,000 years of Kentucky history.

“We don’t just talk about the history, but also how it impacts you today,” explains Laurel Harper, Director of Marketing Communications for the Kentucky Historical Society, which runs the Center and other historical programs across the state.” If you know what has happened in the past and how that has impacted our society, you learn how that may affect choices in the future.”

The museum’s permanent exhibit, A Kentucky Journey, guides visitors through all aspects of Kentucky history from the prehistoric era up through modern time. “We have different displays including ones depicting Native Americans and how they lived on up to today’s politics, country music stars and we even have some childhood costumes from actress Jennifer Lawrence,” says Harper. Other displays include Lincoln’s pocket watch, a replica of a pioneer cabin and a recreation of part of a coalmine.

Although adults will enjoy the museum immensely, the exhibits appeal greatly to children as well. “The museum is very interactive with lots to see and do,” says Harper. Around 30 thousand school children tour the museum each year to learn about our state’s history, many as part of school field trips. “We encourage the children to ask questions and gather their own interpretation of things,” says Harper.

Children may also experience Kentucky history through the History Mobile, a history exhibit in a semi truck, which is taken around the state to different schools. Right now the mobile exhibit is focused on the Civil War and actual people from Kentucky who were alive during that era, and the choices they had to make and how they were impacted. “We ask the kids to consider the individual situations,” says Harper. “We arm the students with knowledge and then we challenge them to explore what they might have done under the same circumstances.”

In addition to A Kentucky Journey exhibit, admission includes entrance to the Old State Capitol museum and Kentucky Military History Museum; both located one block away in each direction. As the seat of our state government from 1830 to 1910, the Old State Capitol is a window into the past. Henry Clay was a legislator there, and Governor Goble was assassinated on the sidewalk while walking into the building in 1900.

1 The Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History (100 W. Broadway) anchors the Kentucky Historical Society history campus. The center is also home to the society’s signature exhibit, A Kentucky Journey, which features more than 3,000 items that represent 12,000 years of Kentucky history, as well as the commonwealth’s premier genealogical research library.

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IF YOU GO: The Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History is located at 100 West Broadway in Frankfort. Admission is $4 for adults, $2 for children age 6-18,

and $3 for veterans. The Center is open Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-5pm, with extended hours on Thursday to 8pm. Learn more at history.ky.gov.

Just up the hill, in the opposite direction, is the State Arsenal, which houses the Kentucky Military History Museum. There you can view artifacts from all different conflicts and learn the stories of people who were part of those conflicts. “It brings a personal touch to how war has touched our state,” says Harper.

The Center for Kentucky History is also home to a huge genealogy and research library to help family genealogists and researchers from across the world looking at Kentucky history. “There is a little bit of everything that puts people in touch with who they are, what they are and how we got where we are today,” says Harper.

Through the program Piecing Together History, artifacts are taken out across the state, into the communities where they came from in

order to gain more information. “We have over 500 thousand items that have been donated since we were formed in 1836, and many from earlier days were not classified at the time of donation,” explains Harper. “So we kind of know where they came from, but we’re not entirely sure of the origin or the entire story. Programs like Piecing Together History involve the public in helping us find the answers.”

Whether you are looking to discover your own personal roots, or just want to learn more about our state’s past, the Kentucky Historical Society can help you reconnect. “It gives you a sense of identity,” says Harper. “And in this day and age when everyone is so transient, I think people lose touch with their roots. This place can keep you grounded.”

The Center for Kentucky History’s “White Christmas” exhibit opens

November 5, the same evening that downtown Frankfort holds its Candlelight

tour to kick off the holiday season. This popular exhibit features props from the movie “White Christmas,” including 21 costume pieces, and items from the Rosemary Clooney house in Augusta. Visitors to the special traveling exhibit

will also have the opportunity to act out a scene in front of a green screen to become a part of the movie itself. The

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1320 Big Pond Cir $1,350,000 Beautifully updated home on 10 acre lot with trees and a stream. Wide plank hardwood floors, master bedroom addition, formal living and dining room plus spacious Family Room.

4711 Ironworks Rd $699,000 This is a wonderful 12.55 acre horse property. Featuring 11 acres in paddocks, the farm is located near the Kentucky Horse Park and only 20-25 minutes to downtown Lexington! MUST SEE!

3541 Castlegate Wynd $675,000Location! This lovely one owner home has all the desired features, a large vaulted 2 story Great Room open to the bright and cheerful Kitchen/Breakfast Room, and first floor Master Suite.

341 Kingsway Dr $672,500Located in popular Fairway! Large and gracious formal LR and DR, fabulous renovated Kitchen with granite countertops, large island, stainless appliances, plus gleaming hardwood floors.

1212 Birmingham Ln $639,000 Great location in Beaumont Reserve! Wonderful floor plan offers an open Living and Dining Room with lavish woodwork and lots of hardwood flooring, plus 9’ ceilings on the first floor.

5125 Ivybridge Dr $439,000Great price reduction! Beautiful 2 story with finished basement in Hartland Gardens features open floor plan, dramatic 2-story Great Rm, & covered porch. Backs to green space.

1232 Sherborne Pl $549,900 On the Andover Golf Course, this home offers large rooms and lots of light. 9’ ceilings on the first floor plus a spacious light filled 2-story Family Room connecting to the large Kitchen and Breakfast area.


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47 Ave of Champions, NicholasvilleResort living! Tremendous privacy on 12 acres! Stunning Foyer, Formal Dining, Music/Library, Gourmet

Kitchen, Informal Dining, Family room, Grand Master Suite with Spa Bath, Wine Room, & Home Theater. Excellent outdoor areas, Prajna Pool house and outdoor kitchen! State of the art Smart house!

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Estates cul-de-sac. Fantastic well-maintained community with amenities galore!

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4876 Waterside DrFull of light with an open plan! Elegant Formal Rooms for gracious entertaining. Music, Sunrooms, Office, Gourmet Kitchen, Breakfast Room, Huge Master Suite with large Walk-In closets, Incredible walkout lower level that includes a Great Room, Wet Bar with Theater Room and guest Bedroom.

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5142 Whites LnPicturesque views from this beautiful, gently

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3812 Real Quiet LnExquisite custom-built on a prime 3.4 acre lot. Chef ’s Kitchen, 1st level Master has access to covered porch. Great Lower level walk-out.

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2152 Island DrMagnificent lake views! Nearly 6,000 SF home on large waterfront lot. 1st floor Master. Office. Bonus Room. Finished walk-out. 3-car garage.

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3501 Trinidad CtOverlooks 18th hole of Greenbrier Championship Golf Course. 9000+sf, 7 BR, 9 BA. Finished lower

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4179 Tradition WayLike new Townhome, w/ open floor plan &

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891 Boyers Chapel Rd, Sadieville Spacious open plan on finished walk out. 6 BR. Great Kitchen. Vaulted Family Rm. 34 acres with barn, indoor arena, paddocks, plank fences & 5-car garage.

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