…le Right: The parlor features a day bed, a 1790 worktable and antique chairs. ing out photos of the family in hood- ed raincoats watching the home in the middle of a busy intersection. The home is now listed in the State Register of Historic Sites. Entering the Johnston's gravel driveway, one senses a time warp. In- stead of a manicured lawn, visitors are greeted by knee-high Queen Anne's Lace, Yarrow and Chicory. The farmhouse's three Greek...…
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…What's Space and convenience are key elements in today's bathrooms. P HOTO CO U RT ESY LA UR A ASHLEY. he bathroom is now a grand retreat, where weary home- owners can relax af- ter a long day in a sunken whirlpool tub. Designers, architects and builders — applauded by an appreciative public — have transformed the bathroom from strictly functional to a focal point of style. Throughout the Eighties, when volume and open space became the buzz...…
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…What's New In the Wet Room? Some of the latest products for bathrooms include: PH OTO COU RT ESY HA ST I NG S TI LE COLLE CTI O N . Kohler's undercounter sink, in cobalt blue, the newest accent color, has 60 scallops in the basin; a specially lit mirror from Hastings Tile is shown with striped tile. bath is a good investment; it will increase the resale value of a home quickly. "Possibly within a year," Lynn says. But if you already have ...…
…Bath Trends 07 •P //td/‘ GLASS 1 \ Serving The Community Since 1915 • Residential Glass Replacement • Storm Windows • Screen Repair and Replacement • Doorwalls and Insulated Glass Units • Custom Mirror Walls • Bi-Fold Mirror Doors job will vary depending on size, products, difficulty of construction, and region. But it is important to note the difference of opinion between homeowners and remodelers when planning a budget. (And time: remod...…
…interesting detail. "It's a must to have a separate shower and tub," says Andrew. Or, if the bathroom is an interior room (no exterior windows), glass block can be built into the wall between bathroom and bedroom. This technique lets available light from the bedroom filter into the bath. In conjunction with a skylight, a formerly dim bathroom now has plenty of ambient light. If the bath is along an exterior wall, a stained or leaded glass wind...…
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…Left: This three-story contemporary home nestled in the woods is on a private lake in Oakland County. The home is surrounded by wildflowers and nature. Opposite Page: The large gray wool curved sectional with built-in fabric tables is part of the main living area on the second level. INTO THE P H OTOG RA PH S BY G L E NN T RI EST Nature adds to the splendor of a contemporary home. IKE LIVING IN A TREE HOUSE, says the owner of this unique ...…
…the ground floor because not all the land was sound. We decided to build up and have three stories, and what started out looking like a problem turned into a bonus." Bordered by wetlands on two sides, the 3,000 square foot home is surrounded by a natural environment. In lieu of a manicured lawn the owners put in wild grass and wild- flowers, and the asphalt drive goes directly up to the front of the house Because they are inexpensive and easy ...…
…Opposite Page: This sleek contemporary kitchen in white formica uses chrome accents. Above: The ebony piano adds warmth to contemporary furnishings. many of the designs from their previous home were scaled down and duplicated. "We have a very low-key life style," the wife explains. "We did our own decorating because we wanted our house to reflect our personalities. We've always had white contempo- rary homes. There is so much exterior color ...…
…, NZEWoods The owners enjoy the serenity of the country and the panoramic view of the lake. with a lazy Susan table top. "I can seat 20 to 25 people in here for the holidays," says the wife. A crystal mezuzah by Agam bought in Israel sits on the floating formica buffet and an Erte print hangs over it. On the server sit glass candlesticks and a contemporary silver menorah. A Peter Max serigraph holds court above the server. The black vanity ...…
…ehold the Amish quilt. Strong yet simple, bold yet restrained, it's an example of American folk art at its fin- est. Many of these items, once used to warm the body, now warm the soul as they hang in museums and homes across the na- tion. Antique quilts in vivid, jewel-like colors attract the attention of art critics everywhere, and command prices in the tens of thousands of dollars. The Amish quilt hasn't always been an object of such adulati...…
…ALL PHOTOGRAPH S COU RT ESY PEO PLE 'S PLAC E QU ILT M U SE U M. to mind motherhood, domestic warmth, and the domestic arts," says Eleanor Levie, author of Great Little Quilts, a book about crib and doll-size quilts. "These quilts exude a feeling of the kinds of values that many people still believe in but don't practice — values of community and family," says mu- seum curator Rachel Pellman. "They're so simple, but in that simplicity they sa...…
…This quilt, named "Fan," was made in the 1920s in Lancaster, Pa. The quilter used wool and cotton. a fuss would have been surprised — perhaps even dismayed — by the at- tention now accorded these items. After all, there is no such thing as an "artist" in the Amish community; for someone to take pride in her quilts, or to sew them only as showpieces, would violate the Amish way of mod- esty, humility and functionalism. Still, it's clear that t...…
…you selling now?' " says Ms. Pellman who, among her museum responsibi- lities, runs a store that sells Amish goods. "And I'll say, 'peach and green' or 'mauve and blue,' and they'll go and buy those colors. And they'll put together a beautiful quilt, but a predictable one. "Before, quilt-making was done much more intuitively," adds Ms. Pellman. "Now it's a practical study. They're making what they think you and I would like, instead of what th...…
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…IDGL o Ry GARDENS Plants was established at Monticello, Va., to find and research historic types. Mr. Kunst himself teaches local college classes on how to landscape with historic plants and writes articles on particular plants for such maga- zines as Old-House Journal. He has also served as garden consultant at the historically recreated Greenfield Village in Dearborn, Mich. What qualifies as an antique flower? Mr. Kunst defines it as anyth...…
…Historically accurate landscapes feature old-fashion flowers and plants. were more popular than any of the others?" he asks. In a D.M. Ferry catalog published in 1886, more than 135 hyacinths were listed, almost twice the number of tulips and ten times the number of daffodils. A few old-time hyacinth favorites still survive. These beauties add sparkling touches to historic or con- temporary gardens and a wonderful fragrance, which is why many...…
…Gardens WHEN IT COMES TO one example of how unique ideas the French derived their fleur-de-lis patterns. Among the bearded types, Mr. Kunst recommends Florentina (circa 1500), a pale silvery gray and one of the earliest to bloom; Grac- chus (1884), with butter-yellow stan- dards and maroon falls; and San Fran- cisco (1927), white-with-purple and the first to win the Dykes Medal, highest honor of the American Iris Society. take shape at The...…
…• Investigate the yard. If you don't know what plants are in it, get some one who does, either a friend or a professional. Mr. Kunst recalls a couple who kept pulling out a persistent plant in the front yard. The "weed" kept coming back — fortunately. It turned out to be wisteria. Once they knew what it was, they happily incorporated it in their landscaping plan. • Educate yourself about the period in which your house was built. For instance, ...…
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…,‘,k•WW\ ELDERLY OPTIONS acob Cohen, 87, lives at The Trowbridge and sometimes doesn't want to be alone. "I was alone too much before and it was a problem getting around in the winter. Now I have transportation whatever the weather; if I want to see people I can walk down to the lobby or attend an ac- tivity, and if I want, I can be alone in my apartment," says Mr. Cohen. Fortunately, one issue that enjoys support regardless of political vie...…
…There is a trend toward independent housing for the elderly. vices provided for the residents that really matter." The Trowbridge lobby, basking in the light from an eight-floor atrium, is the center of informal activity. The large lobby bulletin board lists the day's events: 9:15 a.m. trip to a local television show; 9:30 a.m. Farmer Jacks; 11 a.m. Exercise; 1 p.m. Trip to Southfield library; and 7:30 p.m. Lec- ture: Art and the Artist. This...…
…Elderly Options some assistance to maintain their in- dependence. For example, the Fleischman Residence/Blumberg Plaza addresses the advancing frailties of age by offering some assistance when people cannot manage on their own and, at the same time, providing a degree of flex- ibility to accommodate the changing needs of the tenants through the plan and design of the residence. The average age of the 109 residents at Fleischman is 86. Three ...…
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…AUCTION ETIQUETTE O YOU: Refer to miscellaneous junk as a "collection?" Believe a home's purpose is to showcase ran- dom 19th century household objects? Maintain a list of elderly relatives, in- dexed by condition of antiques and friendliness of possible heirs? Subscribe to artsy magazines which feature 19th century-looking com- puter terminals? Then you are suffering from the dreaded syndrome "Antique Addic- tion," characterized by a morbi...…
…open and shut all the drawers, crank up that old Victrola. Breathe on all the mirrors, check behind the paintings, try out the beds — all the while as- serting you had better as a kid but your mom threw it out. Don't be self- conscious; it's like kicking the tires of a new car. Dealers expect it and they'll respect you more for it. RULE FOUR: Don't get personal. Okay, most auctions are occasioned by death or bankruptcy. Okay, so a bunch of tot...…
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…Elderly Options Continued from Page 36 surgery. If necessary we will have someone from a hospice come in for a very ill patient. We will bend and stretch and do whatever we can so that the elderly maintain their digni- ty along with their independence." Ms. Lipkowitz says that being old doesn't necessarily mean loss of talent. She reports that residents help with the Village newsletter and one is teaching an art class. Other ac- tivities at ...…
…1APA\ ESE 4, * Interior designer Susan Winton-Feinberg uses Oriental accents. I BY LISA BRODY z z f. ^." ALCOLM LEV- enten likes to go out in style. At least, that's my assumption after visiting the last home the architect/builder designed and built It is a Japanese contemporary in North Wabeek, with a simple off- white split-rock brick exterior with limestone trim which belies a unique, cramatic interior. The owners, retailers who had l...…
…The dining room with two large round tables uses authentic Japanese screens as window treatments. Black and taupe silk wall covering provide a subtle backdrop. FALL '91 43 …
…This first floor master bedroom continues the Japanese theme with a four-poster black lacquer bed and Japanese inspired built-in units. 44 HOME …
…Oasis ••• There is an octogonal Bates and Bates brass sink dramatically set into the granite and Silk Dynasty black textured silk wallpaper. A settee in black and gold Schumacher fabric with gold Scalamandre welting is perched to one side. Japanese, Persian and Indian accent pieces complete the room. The dining room, while quite large, invites you in, perhaps for saki and sushi. Shoji screens in off-white provide an authentic window treatmen...…
…Japanese Oasis T he living is easy at Woodland Ridge in West Bloomfield. Here you'll find peace and quiet amidst mature trees and plenty of greenery. You'll also discover spectacular homes, meticulously crafted by some of the area's premier builders. Plus, shopping, dining and entertainment are all just a moment away. For a life that's a breeze, come to where you have it made in the shade - Woodland Ridge. Presented By: 1- I ii 97„ Sta...…
…variety of different closets house separate his-and-her items, and there are closets for luggage, linen, shoes, purses, and more. The dressing vanity has a black granite counter with mirrored drawers. The Master bathroom is black granite, brass, and mirrors. There are separate his and her sink areas, a cubbyholed toilet, a large shower and a whirlpool. The sinks, toilet and tub are all in Innocent Blush by Kohler, adding a soft touch, and a bi...…
…Japanese Oasis • Bars • Bar Stools • Juke Boxes • Card Tables • Ping Pong Tables • Air Hockey • Darts • Custom Cues • Much More! pool. Not your typical indoor lap pool, it is a large fully-functional pool, designed and built by Jack Roberts Pool Company. The surrounding pool area, with its nonskid cream oversized tile, and the adjacent exercise room/bar area were designed by Winton-Feinberg. "My husband said he would never build a home with...…
…Elderly Options Continued from Page 4 I Woodridge Apartments, a develop- ment containing 100 housing units for senior citizens, is an extension of Southfield's McDonnell Towers, McDonnell Town Homes and the Senior Adult Center. Sponsored and managed by the Southfield Non-profit Housing Corporation, there is more than a two-year waiting list for the apartments in which the rent may be partially subsidized according to need. "Most of the activ...…
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…Fireplaces now come with two, three, even four, glass sides. ■ BY BETH SMITH F ireplaces are hot. Several in- dustry leaders are actively involved in developing new technologies to improve fireplaces and to make them more en- vironmentally sound. Among these manufacturers is Ma- jestic, which has introduced its new Free-Flame Fireplace. This model re- duces wood pollution by more than 50 percent, emits fewer grams of car- bon monoxide per ...…
…The most popular fireplaces on the market are those that use natural gas or propane. peninsula-like fireplace with glass on three sides is often used on a wall between the master bedroom and master bath. A fireplace with glass on all four sides gives an unobstructed 360 de- gree view of the fire. Adding a dramatic note to any interior design, this island-like fireplace is sometimes used to define spaces in a home. While most pre-engineered fi...…
…Today's fireplaces are surrounded by an astonishing array of materials. pre-engineered fireplaces offer fac- ings as options. There is a slight leaning toward the traditional looks like Mount Vernon and Williamsburg designs, but peo- ple are interested in Victorian, coun- try French, even Art Deco. which to "face" or surround their fireplaces. Today, a fireplace can be attired to blend with any type of room decor. Indeed, with all the new op...…
…Red Hot k► Garage Problem. Garage Solution. GARAGE STORAGE SYSTEMS Garage a Mate (313) 583-2707 580 E. Maple Road, Troy, MI 48083 54 HOME tems are two accessories geared to wood-burning fireplaces. A fireback is a black cast-iron plate positioned against the back wall of a fireplace; it is used to increase the radiant heat output of the fireplace. Pennsylvania Firebacks make a series of designs priced from $150 to $300. Hearth Shoppe...…
…WHAT BLOOMFIELD HILLS WAS MEANT To BE. • On a luminous, moonlit night, you absent-mindedly stray from your route and are stunned to come upon a community of the finest architecturally-designed homes, sequestered upon 150 scenic acres of Bloomfield Hills' most desirable real estate. You've discovered The Hills of Lone Pine. A discrete village of unique, single-family residences in which expansive natural acreage, streams, ponds and waterscap...…
…Each season has its specia a ractions. Autumn is no exception. III BY LISA GOLDBERG umpkin season begins in early October and usually lasts through Thanksgiving. Many local farms sell pumpkins, ap- ples and cider for the harvest season. At Upland Hills Farms in Oxford, the farm offers a horse-drawn hay ride through the pumpkin patch, a magic show and storytelling hour for one general admission. Our pumpkins are organically grown," says Dorot...…
…6 4 PHOTOG RAPH S BY CRA IG TER KOWITZ. ' lthough the busy motorist sel- dom has time to look around while commuting to and from work, a drive to view the fall foliage can be an enjoyable event. Indeed, in Michigan, an entire tourist industry has been developed around this autumn activity. The Michigan Travel Bureau has published, "Michigan Fall Secrets" specifically for foliage viewers. The spectacular combination of fall foliage and lake...…
