Winter 2009
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Ageless Living
I don’t get the appeal of adults-only residential communities. No offense. But why, when you’re 55-plus, would you want to squeeze any more youth from your existence? To my ears, few sounds are sweeter than the high-pitched voices of children floating across neighborhood lawns on summer nights. Restricted-age streets mean no reappearance of yellow school […]
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A Model House
Among notables at the Art Van 50th anniversary gala in October was former model Cindy Crawford, whose name is associated with a furniture line at the metro Detroit-based retailer. While a gaggle of admirers looked on, Crawford chatted about décor with Detroit Home. You’ve often referred to your home as your sanctuary. What about your […]
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Rebuilding Blocks
When Wesam Johnes describes Detroit, he highlights the positive elements that were beginning to align — new casinos, major sporting events, the relocation of Quicken Loans’ headquarters downtown. Then a spate of misfortunes overshadowed the encouraging narrative. “All the good things that have happened in the last 15 years have been put on halt,” says […]
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Michigan Bounty
Though farms and gardens may sleep now under the snow, it’s still possible to eat locally and support Michigan producers.
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Todd’s Rooms
What drew you to this house? I liked that it was cedar shake. And I loved how tall it is. The third level is my office and studio. Was it already black, or did you paint it? When I got the house, it was Middle American taupe and forest green, and I thought, ‘I can’t […]
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Pop Goes the Easel
For an artist who detested the use of the word “Pop” to describe his work, Tom Wesselmann (1931-2004) nevertheless became inextricably linked to that modern-art movement. “Next to Warhol, he’s probably the greatest American Pop artist,” says Lois Pincus Cohn, owner of Birmingham’s Artspace II Gallery. “Both of them were heavily influenced by advertising,” she […]
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Home Bound
The willow tree in the backyard is the only marker remaining that my former house once stood on the site. Without it, I couldn’t have placed exactly where my 1920s bungalow was. In all, six homes were razed to make room for what became an aborted plan to build condos for seniors. Too few people […]
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Ice Picks
Solid glass icicles may be displayed on Christmas trees, suspended from the mantel, or dangled in winter windows to capture welcome sunlight. This indoor ice is made by Furnace Design Studio, a Dearborn gallery and glass-making studio. The 4-to-5 inch ornaments of twisted glass — available in white/clear, yellow/clear, and gold/clear — are $20 each. […]
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Shining Armor
Case goods sheathed in or accented with mirrors reflect light in quiet corners and offer visual relief from wood furnishings. Interior designer Celerie Kemble suggests placing mirrored furniture where you would like windows to be. 1. A mirrored inset adds glamour to a cherrywood Art Deco sideboard. Grange Furniture (Vue de Grange collection), Michigan Design […]
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Keeping Cozy
1. Beyond the practical matter of providing illumination, a glowing porch light is a welcoming beacon on dark nights. The vintage patina of this hammered-copper Arts & Crafts/Tudor-revival style fixture with leaded-glass panels makes the message even warmer. The circa-1915 sconce, which accepts incandescent or compact-fluorescent bulbs, may also be used indoors. $485, at Materials […]
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Cookie Calendar
TIP: Consider making your own baking powder. The late cookbook author Edna Lewis began making her own because she thought the commercial powder had chemical additives and had a bad aftertaste. Homemade Baking Powder 1/4 cup cream of tartar 2 tablespoons baking soda Sift together three times, and transfer to a clean, tight-sealing jar. Store at […]
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Pump Up the Volumes
Tomes for the home display well, while providing inspiration and entertainment.
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Bright Spirits
Lemon Bacca Baci: 4 ounces sparkling wine, 1 ounce limoncello, 1 tablespoon fresh blackberries, currants, or raspberries; crushed ice. In a mixing glass, combine sparkling wine and limoncello.
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A Savory Starter
Sun-dried Tomato and Cheese Crostini (Serves 4-5) 16 French baguette slices (cut to about 1/3-inch thickness) Extra virgin olive oil Topping: ½ cup cream cheese, softened 2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes in oil (drained) 2 tablespoons fresh-chopped basil ½ teaspoon minced fresh garlic 3 tablespoons finely chopped celery ¼ cup fresh lemon juice Salt and […]
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2009 Best of the Good Life
Design Awards 2009 – Best of the Good Life
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Graying Power
On the exterior, it’s an early 1970s-era home set in a leafy and exclusive American suburb. Inside, the feeling is quietly pristine in color, European in feel. Working with the homeowners’ simple request to make it fresh, interior designer Linda Powers says she had the advantage of working with a strong architectural foundation. The house […]
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Family Circle
When a third generation moved into their old family homestead, it was designer Ann Heath’s job to ensure that history was respected, while also acknowledging the new owners’ more casual lifestyle. The result is a tasteful melding of past and present.
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Barbara Barry Talks Style
“I tend to work in a backdrop so that the decoration isn’t the main event, and it’s not in competition with the stuff of life: paintings, children, books, magazines, animals, food, what you have on that day. “When you make a room of a lot of different subtle shifts, it might not bowl you over […]
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Date Book
Sept. 16 // Birmingham House Tour The 23rd annual event features eight homes with distinctive styles, including one designed by architect Minoru Yamasaki. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tickets $30 pre-sale, $35 day of. The Community House, 380 S. Bates St., Birmingham; 248-644-5832, housetour@communityhouse.com. Sept. 18-19 // Art in the Village The 36th annual show features works […]
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Design Awards 2010
2010 Design Awards
