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summer 2008<br />
<strong>Preserving</strong> a <strong>Lake</strong> <strong>Tahoe</strong> <strong>Treasure</strong><br />
<strong>Hospitality</strong> <strong>Design</strong><br />
<strong>Preparing</strong> <strong>for</strong><br />
Commercial <strong>Design</strong>
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table of contents<br />
ASID CALIFORNIA CENTRAL/NEVADA<br />
CHAPTER OFFICE<br />
1573 Woodhaven Circle<br />
Roseville, Cali<strong>for</strong>nia 95747<br />
916.543.3650<br />
www.asidcanv.org<br />
EDITORIAL STAFF<br />
A. Marie Wikoff, Editor and<br />
Chapter Communications Director<br />
features<br />
8 ASID Las Vegas Showcase House<br />
12 <strong>Design</strong>ing a Cathouse<br />
14 <strong>Hospitality</strong> <strong>Design</strong>: Mixed, Matched<br />
and Shared<br />
18 Cover Story: <strong>Preserving</strong> a <strong>Lake</strong><br />
<strong>Tahoe</strong> <strong>Treasure</strong><br />
24 Transition into Commercial <strong>Design</strong><br />
29 The Emperor: The Lost One<br />
departments<br />
6 President’s Column<br />
6 Board of Directors<br />
22 News<br />
12 12 18<br />
Industry Partners<br />
Directory<br />
8 28 29<br />
26 Legislative report<br />
28 Industry Partner Directory<br />
30 Chapter Calendar<br />
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president’s column<br />
08<br />
Summer 2008<br />
Summer is here and the interior design<br />
world’s energy in ASID Cali<strong>for</strong>nia<br />
Central/Nevada Chapter is white hot!<br />
As we approach a countdown to a<br />
new Board of Directors come October,<br />
we send the incoming 2008-2009 team<br />
to Calgary <strong>for</strong> leadership training at<br />
CLC 08. Back home we wrap up<br />
fundraising events and philanthropic<br />
activities while we prepare <strong>for</strong> our<br />
chapter’s 20th Anniversary Celebration<br />
at the Historic Thunderbird Lodge<br />
in beautiful <strong>Lake</strong> <strong>Tahoe</strong>. I so look<br />
<strong>for</strong>ward to seeing each of you there in<br />
September with your special guests.<br />
While it is with great regret to in<strong>for</strong>m<br />
you that Susan Velasquez has<br />
stepped down from her position of<br />
Professional Development Director, I<br />
enthusiastically welcome Stephanie<br />
Catron from Fresno to our board. We<br />
appreciate Susan’s contributions and<br />
look <strong>for</strong>ward to her involvement in<br />
2009. Stephanie will now serve as our<br />
Professional Development Director<br />
through the next board term.<br />
Special thanks to Paula Rubidoux,<br />
Bobbie Jo Kinsey, Stephen Leon and<br />
their local design team who worked<br />
tirelessly on the $14 million ASID<br />
Showhouse in Las Vegas. After a month<br />
of fundraising through Showhouse tours,<br />
the team quickly rolled into another<br />
fundraising event at the Las Vegas<br />
World Market called “Suite Charity”,<br />
where they raised an additional $2500<br />
<strong>for</strong> the chapter through a showroom<br />
sample sale to the public.<br />
As I mentioned, our 20th Anniversary<br />
Party at the Thunderbird Lodge is<br />
approaching September 27th. Event<br />
leads Donna Proper, Joyce Blackstone<br />
and Marie Wikoff have put together<br />
quite an affair and look <strong>for</strong>ward to<br />
greeting you with food, wine, dancing,<br />
awards and historic tours of the<br />
property. Also, Gail Diehl and I, along<br />
with many of our generous vendors<br />
and Industry Partner members, have<br />
renovated two of the property’s historic<br />
cottages. We can’t wait to share the<br />
be<strong>for</strong>e and after results with you while<br />
we are all in <strong>Lake</strong> <strong>Tahoe</strong> together.<br />
Cheers to you! Although my term<br />
may be coming to a close, I<br />
encourage you to tell me how you<br />
would like to remain involved with<br />
ASID, the largest organization of interior<br />
designers in America. I welcome your<br />
comments and feedback as I put<br />
together the slate <strong>for</strong> the 2009-2010<br />
Board of Directors. Why shouldn’t you<br />
be involved? <br />
Sincerely, Kerrie L. Kelly, ASID<br />
Stephanie Catron, Allied Member ASID<br />
Professional Development Director<br />
2007-08 ASID Cali<strong>for</strong>nia Central/<br />
Nevada Chapter Board of Directors<br />
Kerrie L. Kelly, ASID, CID, IIDA<br />
President<br />
Michelle Eaton, ASID, CID<br />
President-Elect<br />
Marie Wikoff, RID, ASID<br />
Communications Director<br />
Gail Diehl, CID, ASID<br />
Financial Director<br />
Stephanie Catron,<br />
Allied Member<br />
Professional Development Director<br />
Fred Donham,<br />
Industry Partner<br />
Membership Director<br />
Natalie Wyatt,<br />
Allied Member<br />
Director-at-Large<br />
Marosi White,<br />
Student Member<br />
Student Representative<br />
to the Board<br />
Stephanie Catron, raised in the family business, Catron Contracting, carries<br />
on the legacy of reinvention of spaces through unique<br />
designs and collaborations with others in the community.<br />
As the elected Professional Development Director <strong>for</strong> the<br />
Central CA/Nevada chapter, Stephanie is eager to help the<br />
design community learn and grow.<br />
Stephanie gathered experiences from Carrier Johnson Architects in Irvine;<br />
Arch-Interiors <strong>Design</strong> Group — Beverly Hills and a variety of projects. As her<br />
own firm develops in Fresno, Interior Intervention, she enjoys time off with<br />
her husband Simon and their 17 month old daughter, Scarlett Rose.<br />
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“We want to be your first source <strong>for</strong> lighting”<br />
(top to bottom, clockwise from left)<br />
Features Bruck Lighting Pero Spot with<br />
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Lighting <strong>Design</strong>er: Dave Nelson at DNA Architect: Collaborative <strong>Design</strong> Studio <strong>for</strong>merly<br />
Lundahl and Associates Engineer: Fred Cox at MSA Engineering Photographer: Julie Granata<br />
Features Gotham Candeo downlight<br />
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Summer 2008 7
asid las vegas showcase house<br />
the<br />
entertainment home<br />
By Bobbie Jo Kinsey, RID, ASID,<br />
“Excess on occasion is exhilarating.<br />
It prevents moderation<br />
from acquiring the deadening effect<br />
of a habit.”<br />
W. Somerset Maugham (1874-1965)<br />
English Playwright and Novelist, ‘The<br />
Summing Up’.<br />
Call it what you like; dream building,<br />
window shopping, or in Las Vegas;<br />
actually house shopping. But whatever<br />
your passion, the Las Vegas Parade<br />
of Homes whet the appetite and fed<br />
the passion <strong>for</strong> beautiful over-the-top<br />
homes and inspiring, creative design.<br />
The Parade is a tour that allows<br />
anyone to visit divinely designed<br />
homes and leave with a hope chest<br />
full of ideas. This year there were<br />
thirteen homes shown and <strong>for</strong> the low<br />
price of $25 everyone could indulge<br />
their fantasies.<br />
The premier home featured in the<br />
Parade was the ASID Showcase<br />
House; the first ever in the Las Vegas<br />
area. It was a really big undertaking<br />
<strong>for</strong> both ASID and the designers<br />
who devoted their time, talents<br />
and contacts to make it absolutely<br />
breathtaking. This home was the<br />
location <strong>for</strong> the Opening Night VIP<br />
Party <strong>for</strong> one thousand guests which<br />
featured fabulous food and wonderful<br />
entertainment by rock group Zowie<br />
Bowie, violin trio Alize` and the Las<br />
Vegas Philharmonic.<br />
The house was designed to be an<br />
entertainment home, and the ultimate<br />
goal was to showcase the possibilities<br />
<strong>for</strong> the space while at the same time<br />
creating a com<strong>for</strong>table, easy interior<br />
<strong>for</strong> the homeowners. Each room was<br />
designed by a different designer.<br />
Although they were given some<br />
guidelines by the owner, more often<br />
than not, they took their inspiration<br />
from the contemporary style of the<br />
house itself.<br />
The house features many stacked<br />
stone walls, slate floors, and dropped<br />
teak ceilings; all with fabulous<br />
ambient lighting. To soften the<br />
overall appearance, the space<br />
was punctuated with silk floral and<br />
greenery arrangements in huge<br />
architectural containers. The scale of<br />
all the rooms is large and open with<br />
almost every space opening onto a<br />
lanai or patio. Many rooms feature<br />
window walls that fully open to allow<br />
the outside in.<br />
The cavernous kitchen sports a central<br />
island surrounded by zebra wood<br />
cabinets and granite countertops. The<br />
island has both a stainless steel sink<br />
and a vegetable sink. Tucked under<br />
the granite are two dishwashers, two<br />
bar refrigerators, trash compactor,<br />
ice maker and a recycling center.<br />
This dream kitchen also features a<br />
stone pizza oven, two wall ovens,<br />
commercial cooktop with a pot filler,<br />
two steam drawers, microwave and<br />
of course a built-in espresso machine.<br />
The circular breakfast room off to the<br />
side has glass doors opening onto the<br />
breakfast patio with a waterfall behind.<br />
The family room, game room and<br />
circular bar are in the central core of<br />
the home. These rooms feature sliding<br />
glass walls that open completely to<br />
the breathtaking outdoor pool and<br />
spa with a pebbled river. The pool is<br />
overlooked by an outdoor kitchen<br />
that rivals most indoor kitchens. Just<br />
inside the home from the pool area is a<br />
sauna and bathroom with ocean blue<br />
glass tiles and an art glass counter top.<br />
The family room is anchored by a<br />
delightfully multi-colored area rug<br />
and a large comfy sectional sofa and<br />
bench with an acrylic cocktail table<br />
shimmering in the middle. For a little<br />
bit of fun there is a small table with a<br />
checker board/chess top in the room<br />
and an oversized tic-tac-toe game <strong>for</strong><br />
when there is absolutely nothing on TV.<br />
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The furnishings in the room are neutral<br />
with the color arising from the artwork<br />
and accessories. There are three<br />
plasma TV’s in the family room and<br />
two in the bar. Additionally there is a<br />
home theatre down the hall with cushy<br />
leather stadium seating <strong>for</strong> fifteen and<br />
a bar with seating <strong>for</strong> eight more with a<br />
movie theatre snack bar included.<br />
The game room is centered around a<br />
contemporary pool table and poker/<br />
game table as well as another three<br />
TVs. There is just no limit to how much TV<br />
you can watch or how much fun you<br />
can have with a grand total of twentyseven<br />
TV’s throughout the house<br />
The beautiful circular bar features a<br />
custom glass bar top, contemporary<br />
chandelier and cabinet doors<br />
designed by glass artist Leslie Rankin<br />
of Glassic Art with seating <strong>for</strong> eight on<br />
very contemporary bar stools.<br />
The <strong>for</strong>mal dining room features an<br />
impressive five foot tall golden blown<br />
glass sculpture chandelier centered<br />
over a free<strong>for</strong>m table shaped like<br />
a question mark. Multi-colored high<br />
back Italian leather chairs and a bold<br />
wool carpet under the table gave this<br />
room the drama it demanded.<br />
An office <strong>for</strong> the master of the house<br />
features wall-to-wall built-in wood<br />
bookcases and black & silver granite<br />
topped desk with classic masculine<br />
accessories and artwork. The sofa and<br />
chair are classic and neutral so as not<br />
to detract from the breathtaking view.<br />
The window walls behind the seating<br />
fully open and slide into the wall<br />
space like pocket doors.<br />
Tucked behind the granite waterwall in<br />
the foyer is the guest suite reminiscent<br />
of a high-end hotel suite and spa. The<br />
walls are seagrass wallpaper with a<br />
moss green painted ceiling. Naturalistic<br />
accessories: willow branches, shells<br />
and greenery, evoke the outdoor<br />
spaces and are complimented by<br />
pristine white accessories.<br />
Between the girl’s and boy’s bedroom<br />
suites is the homework room with<br />
a big screen TV and lounge area<br />
with a chocolate leather sofa, and<br />
a free<strong>for</strong>m lime green ottoman.<br />
Separate built-in desks finish off this<br />
room. The glass wall opens onto a<br />
private patio with acrylic tables and a<br />
covered cabana chair <strong>for</strong> snuggling.<br />
The girl’s suite is absolute girl glam<br />
with a color scheme of pink, black &<br />
white with mirrored tables and dresser,<br />
and a zebra chaise with a hairy fur<br />
throw and bejeweled accessories that<br />
make things pop. The boy’s suite is<br />
clean lines in chocolate and leather<br />
with electronics in abundance. Each<br />
suite has a luxurious en-suite bath<br />
coordinated to the room’s décor.<br />
The master suite includes the bedroom,<br />
wellness room, exercise area, three<br />
patios, an enclosed lanai with a seating<br />
group, his and hers closets and a master<br />
bath larger than the bedroom.<br />
Continued on page 10<br />
Best of Parade — People’s Choice Awards<br />
Presented to The Falls<br />
Best Architecture<br />
Best Landscaping/Pool<br />
Best Overall<br />
Best of Parade — Professionals in the Industry Awards<br />
Best Interior <strong>Design</strong> Collaboration<br />
Most Exceptional Custom Accent<br />
Best Theatre/Home Technology<br />
Best New Custom Building Feature<br />
Best Garage System<br />
Sheldon Cohen of SCA <strong>Design</strong><br />
Smart Pools & Sunset Oasis<br />
MonaCo Development<br />
ASID Cali<strong>for</strong>nia Central / Nevada<br />
Glassic Art & Casa Pietra<br />
R2W<br />
Humidifalls <strong>for</strong> Shi-Engara<br />
Metal Line Garage Systems<br />
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asid las vegas showcase house<br />
Continued from page 9<br />
A Zen motif sets the mood <strong>for</strong> the wellness room. It<br />
encompasses everything from workout equipment, weights<br />
to even a massage bed. The adjacent lanai frames a<br />
spectacular view of the Las Vegas strip. Care was taken to<br />
include eco-friendly furnishings and accessories.<br />
Last, but not least, the master bedroom is dominated by a<br />
bronze canopy king bed with drapery in iridescent metallic<br />
tones. Across from the bed is an animal print chaise<br />
underneath a “fire‐and‐ice” fireplace. The enormous<br />
master bath features a circular plat<strong>for</strong>m tub, a circular<br />
glass shower, a private outdoor shower and separate his<br />
and hers spaces all with individual plasma TV’s and topped<br />
off with a Jacuzzi tub whose windows disappear to frame a<br />
night view of the Las Vegas strip.<br />
The designers’ choices <strong>for</strong> art were fun and unexpected;<br />
including a painting of a stylized Mona Lisa smoking a cigar,<br />
three honest-to-gosh painted unused missiles from WWII on<br />
the mantle of the game room and a recurring theme of<br />
stylized painted nude torsos throughout the house.<br />
A huge ‘Thank You’ to the owners of the beautiful home,<br />
Mike and Rhonda Mona, SCA Architects, and great<br />
gratitude to all of the vendors, artists, Diane Dumont of<br />
Interior Services Network and her team who did all of the<br />
delivery and installation of furniture and art; and to all of<br />
the ASID designers <strong>for</strong> support and encouragement. The<br />
entire house truly was a team ef<strong>for</strong>t. <br />
The designers participating in the<br />
showcase house were:<br />
ASID Professional<br />
Members: Laura Jane<br />
Spina, Bobbie Jo Kinsey,<br />
Renee Gangeness, and<br />
Diane Cabral<br />
ASID Allied Members: Anne<br />
Miller, Kevin Johnson, Kellie<br />
Miller, Nina Rinck, Alice<br />
Roussos, Laura Fullow, Lisa<br />
Bada and Stephen Leon<br />
ASID Student Member:<br />
Karlene Lashua,<br />
Other contributing<br />
designers: Elizabeth<br />
Stefanich, David Paetzel,<br />
James Drewry and<br />
Carolyn Muse Grant.<br />
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<strong>Design</strong>ing Cathouse, a<br />
“Cocktail Loungerie”<br />
By Lee Cagley ASID, Project <strong>Design</strong> Team: Chris Williams ASID, Katie Turner<br />
When a group of investors interested in a new nightclub concept <strong>for</strong> Luxor<br />
in Las Vegas first approached us, they wanted to approach the space from<br />
a very specific point of view. They were tired of the grim urban architectural<br />
style that every current hotspot features; they wanted something more fun. We<br />
share the same disdain <strong>for</strong> the current trend of “architectural” interior design,<br />
the kind of spaces that make you want to wear black turtleneck sweaters and<br />
dark glasses, looking smug. We, on the other hand, view ourselves as Modern<br />
Optimists, and we insist on designing <strong>for</strong> an upbeat future. For us it was a<br />
chance to cut loose and have a little fun. Cathouse was intended as a return<br />
to “themed” space, albeit with a tongue planted firmly in cheek. It is a twentyfirst<br />
century version of a 19th century French bordello, and it couldn’t be further<br />
from the dour ultra-lounges and nightclubs that litter Las Vegas.<br />
Cathouse occupies the space that previously housed two <strong>for</strong>mer venues in<br />
Luxor, the Isis Steakhouse and the Sacred Sea Seafood Restaurant. They were<br />
located in an interstitial level between the casino floor and the amusement<br />
level above, and they were both heavily pseudo-Egypto in décor. The new<br />
nightclub was to occupy these two locations, and, using much of the existing<br />
shared kitchen, a restaurant by celebrity chef Kerry Simon was planned <strong>for</strong> the<br />
club as well.<br />
Hallway connecting Restaurant and<br />
Main Lounge<br />
To enter the club, the guests are guided down a long dark hallway lined with<br />
hundreds of vintage photographs of alluring and suggestive women.<br />
This culminates in a curving staircase lined with portraits, antique hair brushes<br />
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and bed warmers. Ascending this<br />
dramatic staircase, one arrives at the<br />
bar, a pivotal entertainment venue<br />
between the restaurant beyond<br />
and the lounge, which at this point<br />
is hidden from view. To facilitate the<br />
function of the club, we divided it into<br />
two areas, a restaurant that could<br />
flex into an adjunct of the nightclub<br />
late at night, and a larger lounge.<br />
The design of the restaurant side is<br />
intended to be a cool evocation<br />
of the Cathouse vibe, with black<br />
tufted patent leather walls and deep<br />
blue velvet seating, and multiple<br />
antique chandeliers are clustered in<br />
the bar area.<br />
The restaurant seating features<br />
custom-designed dining tables on<br />
hydraulic lifts that lower to cocktail<br />
height when the restaurant ceases<br />
C<br />
serving dinner and in the later<br />
evening morphs into an intimate<br />
lounge venue. At one end of the<br />
space is a large framed mirror that,<br />
on occasion, reveals itself to be a<br />
one-way glass panel looking into a<br />
dressing room, wherein one of the<br />
Cathouse girls sits at her dressing<br />
table, applying makeup and getting<br />
dressed in her lingerie, unaware of<br />
the customers viewing her evening<br />
ablutions. Lit as it is by a multitude of<br />
chandeliers, the glint and glitter of<br />
the intense blue and black space is<br />
undercut by the use of soft and sexy<br />
Main Lounge with one of the<br />
Cathouse Girls<br />
upholsteries and plenty of pillows. In<br />
the late evening when the restaurant<br />
becomes a secondary lounge, little<br />
ottomans in gilded leather appear to<br />
supplant the booth and banquette<br />
seating, and the crystal chandeliers<br />
dim to a flicker.<br />
In keeping with the concept of<br />
the French house of ill repute, we<br />
designed the connection between<br />
these two spaces as hallways that<br />
have doors with peep holes, through<br />
which one may view naughty scenes<br />
derived from vintage photographs<br />
from the era. We deliberately<br />
distorted every wall in the hallway<br />
that precedes it, and curved them<br />
in a wildly giddy way. The resulting<br />
space is sexy and fluid, and more<br />
than a bit disorienting. It’s also great<br />
fun to walk through, as if it were<br />
designed in delirium.<br />
The lounge is all tufted red velvet and<br />
red flocked wall covering, taking the<br />
customer from heaven to hell, in a<br />
good way. The sexy fluid curves of the<br />
hallway are repeated in the seating<br />
elements in the Lounge, where<br />
lingerie-clad hostesses serve drinks<br />
and dance on pedestals. Customdesigned<br />
crystal basket-shaped<br />
ceiling fixtures actually disguise the<br />
intelligent digital projectors that bathe<br />
the floor with gobos and interactive<br />
lighting effects. Sheer red draperies<br />
Upstairs Entry Bar at Restaurant<br />
Celebrity Chef Kerry Simon with two of the<br />
Cathouse Girls in the Main Lounge<br />
can be pulled across a variety of<br />
alcoves to provide VIP’s with a layer of<br />
privacy. The custom ceiling treatment<br />
traces arabesques that were enlarged<br />
from photographs of lace used on<br />
lingerie, with the resulting <strong>for</strong>ms more<br />
abstract and baroque than their<br />
source might indicate.<br />
The entire project has been a<br />
runaway success from the day it<br />
opened, an amusing cross between<br />
nightclub and restaurant with<br />
an overlay of sexy innuendo that<br />
takes nightlife to a different place<br />
than be<strong>for</strong>e. <br />
Hydraulic lifts lower tables to cocktail<br />
height after-hours<br />
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hospitality design<br />
L Wine Lounge and Urban Kitchen:<br />
Mixed, Matched & Shared<br />
by Kerrie L. Kelly, CID, ASID<br />
Sacramento’s newest – and most<br />
innovative – dining venue, the L Wine<br />
Serving the design/build<br />
community since 1979.<br />
With such a wide selection of products,<br />
we will be sure to meet your needs<br />
on time and within budget.<br />
Showcasing wood, carpet, laminate and blinds.<br />
916.736.6400 Office<br />
916.736.6011 Fax<br />
5301 Power Inn Road, Suite 180, Sacramento, CA 95820<br />
Lounge and Urban Kitchen follows<br />
a key concept to “mix, match and<br />
share.” Although this is evident in<br />
the distinctive culinary style, it is also<br />
a theme reflected in the exciting<br />
design approach. Several designers,<br />
personalities, materials and ideas<br />
combined to bring together the<br />
3,000 square-foot metropolitan<br />
brain-child of Marcus and Kolea<br />
Marquez. Combining their previous<br />
successful restaurant experience from<br />
The Kitchen and Bella Bru Café, the<br />
Marquez’s collaborated with Chef<br />
Ame Harrington to bring 75 wine<br />
vintages and several scrumptious<br />
small plate selections to the<br />
Sacramento area. And the chic-ness<br />
of it all doesn’t stop at the food and<br />
beverages they serve, it flows into<br />
the design of the contemporary<br />
space as well.<br />
‘L’ was designed around the<br />
concept of an organic, participatory<br />
environment where guests experience<br />
a variety of spatial atmospheres;<br />
from the warm and intimate to the<br />
grand and celebratory. Upon entering<br />
the space from L Street, guests are<br />
greeted by a custom wine vault<br />
and welcomed into an atmosphere<br />
resembling a boutique hotel, open<br />
and inviting, with custom furniture and<br />
flexible seating.<br />
The wood inside the Wine Lounge<br />
is darkly stained and the walls are<br />
finished in Venetian plaster colored<br />
in the natural earth tones reminiscent<br />
of Napa. To create an intimate<br />
atmosphere, the “Loft” was designed<br />
<strong>for</strong> romantic candle-lit spaces within<br />
the classic dining room where guests<br />
are encouraged to take their time<br />
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and enjoy compatible wines with<br />
delectable shared plates.<br />
The “Bubble Lounge” was designed<br />
<strong>for</strong> celebration, with surroundings<br />
that inspire fun and engaging<br />
conversations. Circular, handmade<br />
wooden mirrors are inset into the<br />
walls, inspiring visitors to partake<br />
in a drink of the bubbly. A crystal<br />
chandelier and draperies selected<br />
by Kerrie Kelly and team from All<br />
American <strong>Design</strong> & Furnishings, Inc.<br />
provide a versatile space <strong>for</strong> private<br />
occasions, as well as public events.<br />
For those beautiful Northern<br />
Cali<strong>for</strong>nia nights, the L Terrace is the<br />
perfect setting <strong>for</strong> an al fresco dinner<br />
or chocolate and port pairing with<br />
friends. ASID’s Art Auction was held<br />
on the patio last year confirming it is<br />
the perfect space to accommodate<br />
100 people or more.<br />
The L Wine Lounge and Urban<br />
Kitchen is the ultimate fusion of<br />
creative design, culinary expertise,<br />
and imaginative personality. It’s a<br />
“must experience” <strong>for</strong> those seeking<br />
memorable — and uncommon —<br />
local experience. <br />
L Wine Bar and Urban Kitchen’s flair<br />
<strong>for</strong> fusion<br />
The bathroom tiles are from the<br />
Tessera Collection by Oceanside.<br />
Tessera mosaics are hand cast<br />
in over three dozen shimmering<br />
iridescent and non-iridescent colors.<br />
All Oceanside Glasstile is made from<br />
silica sand, an abundant natural<br />
resource, and as much as 86 percent<br />
recycled material. Sherman-Loehr<br />
Custom Tile Works selected and<br />
installed the tiles as well as the bar<br />
countertops at the L.<br />
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cover story<br />
<strong>Preserving</strong> a<br />
<strong>Lake</strong> <strong>Tahoe</strong> <strong>Treasure</strong><br />
and materials to maintain the 1940’s feel while updating<br />
its function. Ultimately, the newly renovated residences will<br />
serve as suites to overnight guests of the Lodge.<br />
The Cook / Butler’s House is a one-story building across from<br />
the property’s lighthouse and housed the Thunderbird’s<br />
original cook and butler to George Whittell. It features six<br />
dormers, two chimneys, and steeply pitched gable roofs<br />
along with the liveliest roofline of all the small houses. It has<br />
one of the best views of the <strong>Lake</strong> and is known to house a<br />
ghost or two. Similar in styling, but three-stories in structure,<br />
the Caretaker’s Cottage has been home to the property’s<br />
young interns over the years. Steep stair cases and tight<br />
hallways create the perfect dorm setting <strong>for</strong> visiting<br />
undergrads over the summer months.<br />
By Kerrie Kelly, CID, ASID, President<br />
The Thunderbird Lodge, built by George Whittell<br />
in 1936, is one of the last and best examples of<br />
a great residential architecture on <strong>Lake</strong> <strong>Tahoe</strong><br />
from the period in which prominent San Francisco<br />
society built homes. Now through September 2008, the<br />
American Society of Interior <strong>Design</strong>ers (ASID) Cali<strong>for</strong>nia<br />
Central / Nevada Chapter is working together to preserve<br />
its great historic design by renovating the Thunderbird’s<br />
Caretaker’s Cottage and the Cook / Butler’s House.<br />
Over the next few months, Dalyn Rugs, Paramount<br />
Sales, Catalina Home, Arizona Tile, LLC., Laufen Tile,<br />
Sherwin‐Williams Paint, Diehl Interiors, All American <strong>Design</strong><br />
& Furnishings, Keen Concepts and others will donate time<br />
In addition to the Caretaker’s Cottage and the Cook /<br />
Butler’s House, there is a main house, a Card House, an<br />
elephant garage, the Admiral’s House, the Boathouse with<br />
adjoining 600’ tunnel, and Gatehouse. The Thunderbird<br />
Lodge is an example of a design<br />
approach that is intended to be<br />
in harmony with its setting. The<br />
Lodge represents a high level of<br />
craftsmanship through stone masonry,<br />
iron work and wood work. Examples<br />
of this architectural pride are evident<br />
in the buildings, tunnel, walls, steps<br />
and fountains. The Lodge is also<br />
an example of the work of Frederic<br />
J. DeLongchamps, who served as<br />
Nevada’s State Architect, one of the<br />
most prominent of his era.<br />
To celebrate the completed<br />
renovation and ASID Cali<strong>for</strong>nia<br />
Central/Nevada Chapter’s 20th<br />
Anniversary, the Lodge will host<br />
tours of the property and the newly<br />
renovated cottages with an evening<br />
“Captain” George<br />
Whittell<br />
The Thunderbird,<br />
today (courtesy<br />
Thunderbird Lodge<br />
Preservation Society)<br />
party and awards celebration held on September 27, 2008.<br />
This event is <strong>for</strong> members and guests of ASID Cali<strong>for</strong>nia<br />
Central / Nevada Chapter. For more in<strong>for</strong>mation and tickets,<br />
please visit www.asidcanv.org. <br />
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Thunderbird Lodge Cottages<br />
Renovation Donators<br />
Cook / Butler’s House<br />
by All American <strong>Design</strong> & Furnishings, Inc.<br />
• Provided by <strong>Design</strong>er: Bedding, drapery, throw<br />
pillows, headboard, side table, lamps, wing back<br />
chair and ottoman<br />
• Dalyn Rugs: Two area rugs<br />
• Laufen Tile: Bathroom floor and shower pan<br />
• A. Marie Wikoff: Outdoor patio cushions<br />
• Paramount Sales: Bathroom pedestal, toilet, faucets,<br />
shower trim<br />
Caretaker’s Cottage by Diehl Interiors<br />
• Provided by <strong>Design</strong>er: Window treatments, throw<br />
pillows, accessories, artwork, towels and shower<br />
curtain, lamps and mirror<br />
• Arizona Tile, LLC. : Slabs <strong>for</strong> kitchen counter<br />
and backsplash<br />
• Catalina Home: Area rug<br />
• Keen Concepts Inc. Custom Stone Fabrication,<br />
Casey Keen: Slab fabrication<br />
• Custom Hardwood Floors, Greg Smith: Floor refinishing<br />
• Laufen Tile: Bathroom tile<br />
• Michelle Eaton: Side Table and Cabinet<br />
• Paramount Sales: Two toilets<br />
• Sherwin-Williams Paint: Interior paint<br />
• Patricia Edwards Upholstery: Sofa, Chair and Ottoman<br />
• A. Marie Wikoff: Window Hardware<br />
• Angela Swindells: Desk and Wildlife Prints<br />
Entry view of The Thunderbird Lodge, today<br />
We are still in need of the following:<br />
• Appliances<br />
• Sconces to coordinate with existing historic lighting<br />
• Window Coverings<br />
• Delivery Services<br />
• Shower Light Fixture<br />
20th Anniversary Event Sponsors<br />
Caretaker’s Cottage, today<br />
Gold Level Sponsor<br />
Nevada Lighting Representatives<br />
860 Maestro Drive, Ste A<br />
Reno, NV 89511<br />
775.329.3411<br />
Silver Level Sponsor<br />
Kelly-Moore Paint Company, Inc.<br />
2225 Monte Diablo Ave.<br />
Stockton, CA 95208<br />
888.562.6567<br />
*Current list of Donators / Sponsors can be accessed<br />
at www.ASIDCANV.org<br />
Cook / Butler Cottage, today<br />
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Save The Date!<br />
cali<strong>for</strong>nia central / nevada<br />
invites you to our 20th anniversary celebration!<br />
join us <strong>for</strong> an un<strong>for</strong>gettable evening at the historic<br />
thunderbird lodge on lake tahoe!<br />
when: September 27 th , 2008<br />
time: 5:00 — 9:00 pm<br />
where: The Thunderbird Lodge<br />
5000 Highway 28<br />
Incline Village, NV 89451<br />
surrounded by breathtaking beauty, our evening<br />
at thunderbird lodge begins with a silent auction,<br />
lake front dinner of gourmet hors-d’oeuvres,<br />
wine and beer, and tours of the lodge (including<br />
the infamous underground tunnel) and newly<br />
refurbished cottages. the evening’s festivities<br />
will be topped off with coffee and dessert while<br />
auction winners are announced, board members<br />
are recognized and awards presented.<br />
this memorable evening is only $50 per person! come<br />
see what all of the buzz is about and take advantage<br />
of this great opportunity to network with fellow<br />
members and sponsors. casual, com<strong>for</strong>table dress is<br />
suggested <strong>for</strong> a cool, breezy evening.<br />
a portion of the proceeds from the silent auction<br />
will go towards the thunderbird preservation<br />
society.<br />
transportation will be provided to and from<br />
the event from north and south shore casinos;<br />
see www.asidcanv.org <strong>for</strong> more details.<br />
local accommodation pricing will be provided.<br />
no parking on-site is permittedevent<br />
sponsorships available!<br />
contact: marie.wikoff@hmcarchitects.com<br />
<strong>for</strong> more in<strong>for</strong>mation.<br />
contact joyce: jwblackstone@sbcglobal.net<br />
<strong>for</strong> in<strong>for</strong>mation regarding contributing to<br />
the silent auction.<br />
no children under 6<br />
enter property at own risk<br />
smoking policy<br />
not wheelchair accessible
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sponsored by Peoples Gas exhibit in Chicago. The threestory<br />
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museum’s grounds showcases the ways, big and small,<br />
that people can make eco-friendly living a part of their<br />
lives — plus highlights unique home technologies <strong>for</strong> the 21st<br />
century. This marks the first time that a museum has built a<br />
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Kaufmann, AIA, LEED® AP, award-winning Smart Home<br />
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about this exhibit is returning home to the Midwest to work<br />
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commercial design<br />
Transition<br />
into<br />
Commercial <strong>Design</strong><br />
By Aileen Sulzinger CID, ASID, LEED® AP<br />
with contributions from A. Marie Wikoff<br />
RID, ASID, Communications Director<br />
With the recent flux in the local<br />
economy, many designers are<br />
exploring different avenues to<br />
supplement their income. Some<br />
residential interior designers are<br />
leaving the fabric swatches behind<br />
<strong>for</strong> a career in sales or are diversifying<br />
into commercial design such as office,<br />
hospitality and retail design. For some<br />
this transition may be difficult but it<br />
does not have to be.<br />
The design fundamentals are exactly<br />
the same. <strong>Design</strong> is design. Typically,<br />
by the time a client decides they need<br />
the services of a professional interior<br />
designer; they have already pondered<br />
their own preferences <strong>for</strong> style, colors<br />
and finishes. They have a good idea<br />
of what they like and what they don’t<br />
like, but hire a designer <strong>for</strong> their indepth<br />
knowledge of design elements,<br />
products and ultimately to execute<br />
the final design. Whether the style of<br />
choice is contemporary or traditional,<br />
an interior designer can translate the<br />
client’s vision into reality.<br />
In today’s commercial design<br />
arena there are three things that all<br />
designers should become proficient<br />
in: computer-aided drafting, building<br />
codes and building permit processes.<br />
CAD: Gone are the days of T-squares<br />
and triangles. Commercial design is<br />
a fast-paced world. Computer-aided<br />
drafting (CAD) allows a designer to<br />
create, revise and reproduce drawings<br />
at a touch of a button. CAD drawings<br />
are accurate, consistent but most of<br />
all, electronic. They can be sent to<br />
clients, contactors, bidders, building<br />
officials and reprographics companies<br />
via the internet instantaneously. These<br />
benefits are helpful when projects are<br />
required to be completed in a limited<br />
amount of time.<br />
Research your local community<br />
colleges <strong>for</strong> CAD courses that are<br />
focused toward architectural drafting.<br />
This is important, as some will only<br />
teach the basics of CAD and not how<br />
to organize the drawings; such as<br />
using layers, external referencing and<br />
plot styles.<br />
It is highly recommended that<br />
two courses be taken; one <strong>for</strong> the<br />
fundamentals of CAD and a second<br />
<strong>for</strong> stabilizing your knowledge of the<br />
program. Remember to continue<br />
your use of the program, as what you<br />
have learned will be quickly lost if not<br />
immediately utilized on a regular basis.<br />
Building Codes: Chances are if you<br />
went to school <strong>for</strong> interior design, you<br />
were required to spend one semester<br />
learning the basics of the building<br />
codes which included both residential<br />
and commercial design. An extensive<br />
review of the current commercial<br />
building codes is imperative, especially<br />
since the recent adoption of the<br />
2007 Cali<strong>for</strong>nia Building Code (CBC)<br />
and the 2006 International Building<br />
Code (IBC). Topics such as exiting<br />
and occupancy categorization have<br />
changed drastically (CBC), along<br />
with energy calculation exceptions <strong>for</strong><br />
lighting (IBC).<br />
Attend a course on the new codes.<br />
Some local colleges offer courses<br />
<strong>for</strong> the introduction into building<br />
codes. Keep an eye out <strong>for</strong> events<br />
that are sponsored by ASID, AIA and<br />
IIDA that will have your local code<br />
officials speak; and possibly award<br />
credit towards state and ASID CEU’s.<br />
Contact the building department<br />
of jurisdiction <strong>for</strong> specific project<br />
questions. The code officials will<br />
answer them <strong>for</strong> you, or lead you in<br />
the right direction <strong>for</strong> obtaining an<br />
answer, such as; providing you with<br />
the actual code section.<br />
Permit Processes: Finally, most projects<br />
in commercial design require a<br />
building permit. Once said by a<br />
building official, “…if you are going to<br />
use a hammer on a project, then you<br />
need a building permit...”<br />
Knowledge about the building<br />
permit process and submission<br />
requirements will expedite projects.<br />
Be<strong>for</strong>e starting a project, check the<br />
building department website of the<br />
particular jurisdiction to verify their<br />
submission requirements <strong>for</strong> nonresidential<br />
projects and call <strong>for</strong> any<br />
clarifications. Once your project has<br />
been submitted <strong>for</strong> review, become<br />
familiar with the requirements <strong>for</strong><br />
revising, re-submitting and obtaining<br />
the building permit.<br />
Change is inevitable and more times<br />
than not; uncom<strong>for</strong>table, but a career<br />
transition into Commercial <strong>Design</strong><br />
is definitely possible with the right<br />
tools. Just like learning anything else<br />
that is new, it might take a little bit of<br />
time but eventually you will become<br />
proficient and even enjoy it! <br />
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legislative news / ceu requirements / new members<br />
Cali<strong>for</strong>nia Central / Nevada ASID<br />
Chapter Legislative Report<br />
Joyce Blackstone, RID, ASID, Past President attended<br />
the Interior <strong>Design</strong> Coalition of Cali<strong>for</strong>nia (IDCC) annual<br />
meeting held in San Diego on June 28, 2008. This<br />
meeting was strongly attended by representatives and<br />
Presidents from ASID & IIDA Cali<strong>for</strong>nia Chapters; showing<br />
continued support within the professional Interior <strong>Design</strong><br />
community <strong>for</strong> passage of Cali<strong>for</strong>nia legislation <strong>for</strong><br />
registration of Interior <strong>Design</strong>ers.<br />
Although SB 1312 was pulled from the Senate floor<br />
be<strong>for</strong>e the vote, Senator Yee continues to support<br />
Interior <strong>Design</strong> registration ef<strong>for</strong>ts. This removal of the<br />
bill does not mean defeat <strong>for</strong> registration – it is a tactic<br />
used to prevent a possible negative vote. In Nevada,<br />
registration ef<strong>for</strong>ts took about 5 to 6 years (3 Legislative<br />
Sessions) be<strong>for</strong>e legislation was passed. This is not an<br />
overnight process.<br />
Per the request of some Senators and lobbyists, IDCC<br />
representatives have been meeting with Community<br />
Colleges to amend the terms of the <strong>for</strong>thcoming bill to<br />
better clarify the colleges’ study program needs. They<br />
are also holding <strong>for</strong>ums in the colleges with the students<br />
to clarify the effects registration will have on their post<br />
graduation businesses.<br />
In keeping with the mission statement of ASID National,<br />
Joyce sincerely asks that our Chapter Board to continue<br />
to support the Legislation ef<strong>for</strong>ts in Cali<strong>for</strong>nia by<br />
budgeting funds <strong>for</strong> the fiscal year 2008 – 2009 and to<br />
have all Chapter members join the IDCC. <br />
CEU Requirements <strong>for</strong> all members<br />
By Michelle Eaton, ASID, CID, President-Elect<br />
Beginning January 1, 2008 all ASID Professional and<br />
Allied Members are required to complete six (6) hours of<br />
Continuing Education Units within two (2) years.<br />
Why are Continuing Education Units required?<br />
ASID National Board of Directors enacted a new By-Law<br />
that requires Practitioners members to engage in regular,<br />
ongoing continuing education. By requiring CEU’s<br />
it strengthens the interior design profession. It helps<br />
with member’s competencies, knowledge and skills in<br />
subject areas essential to the growth and success of the<br />
Industry.<br />
Biyearly Self-Reporting<br />
The first two-year reporting period will begin on January<br />
1, 2008, with 0.6 CEU’s due be<strong>for</strong>e December 31, 2009.<br />
Online self reporting begins January 2008.<br />
When you send in your paperwork or if a sponsor sends<br />
in the paperwork <strong>for</strong> you; make sure you keep a copy<br />
of the <strong>for</strong>m <strong>for</strong> your records. All documentation should<br />
be kept <strong>for</strong> four (4) years from the date of the course<br />
completion.<br />
Random Audits<br />
All members who fail to self-report their compliance with<br />
the policy will be automatically audited. Additionally,<br />
approximately 3 percent of members will be randomly<br />
selected <strong>for</strong> audit during each reporting period.<br />
Failure to Comply<br />
Members who fail to comply with the Continuing<br />
Education requirement will be subject to termination<br />
of their membership in ASID. For additional in<strong>for</strong>mation<br />
please visit www.asid.org where you will find a complete<br />
FAQ available <strong>for</strong> download. <br />
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Cali<strong>for</strong>nia Central / Nevada Chapter<br />
New Members from 5/1/08 – 7/22/08<br />
Colleen Catania 5.1.2008<br />
Student Member ASID<br />
Mrs. Cecilia Tello 5.2.2008<br />
Student Member ASID<br />
Cali<strong>for</strong>nia State University at Fresno<br />
Rowena C. Wang 5.2.2008<br />
Student Member ASID<br />
Art Institute of Las Vegas<br />
Autumn M. DeCesare 6.16.2008<br />
Allied Member ASID<br />
DeCesare <strong>Design</strong><br />
Mrs. Diana Lea Westerberg 6.27.2008<br />
DW <strong>Design</strong>s<br />
Andy Jarski 7.1.2008<br />
Mountain Com<strong>for</strong>t Furnishings & <strong>Design</strong><br />
Mr. Frank A Civitano 7.1.2008<br />
Inter Flora<br />
Stephanie Strong 7.1.2008<br />
Student Member ASID<br />
Linda Margaret Brennan 7.10.2008<br />
Allied Member ASID<br />
Linda Brennan interiors,L.C.<br />
Kimberly S. Parsons 5.7.2008<br />
Allied Member ASID<br />
Drexel Heritage by McCreery’s<br />
Carol Bartolo Loeffler 5.7.2008<br />
Student Member ASID<br />
American River College<br />
Ellen Velasquez Harness 5.9.2008<br />
Student Member ASID<br />
International Academy of <strong>Design</strong><br />
Ms. Lisa Fogelman 5.13.2008<br />
Member ASID<br />
University of Cali<strong>for</strong>nia at Davis Student<br />
Mary Rose Grippe 5.15.2008<br />
Donghia, Inc<br />
Renee L. Marmie 5.19.2008<br />
Allied Member ASID<br />
Trinicia Marie Woodley 5.20.2008<br />
Student Member ASID<br />
Maric College<br />
Jennifer D’or 5.20.2008<br />
Student Member ASID<br />
Maric College<br />
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For the past 26 years, Extra Touch Upholstery has provided designers<br />
with the finest in upholstered furniture design and redesign, using<br />
only the finest down, high-density foam, high-loft poly and select<br />
woods. Each piece that comes from our studio is a combination of<br />
these fine materials coupled with the workmanship of our skilled and<br />
trained craftsmen.<br />
• Breakfast nooks<br />
• Toss pillows<br />
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Joanna Hinojosa 5.20.2008<br />
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Maric College<br />
Crystal Corbin 5.20.2008<br />
Student Member ASID<br />
Maric College<br />
Marcus Giannella 6.1.2008<br />
Allied Member ASID<br />
Robb & Stucky Interiors<br />
W.J. Beck 6.1.2008<br />
House of Forgings, Inc<br />
Chris Williams 6.1.2008<br />
Bline Construction Inc<br />
Chris Lattuada 6.1.2008<br />
Bline Construction Inc<br />
Nancy Helms 6.11.2008<br />
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industry partners directory<br />
1-800 Buy Rugs<br />
Fred Moadab 800.289.7847<br />
Abbey <strong>Design</strong> & Flooring Center<br />
Glennyce Cropper 559.440.1172<br />
Allsteel, Inc. 602.290.0157<br />
Stephen Patrick Kennedy<br />
Amtico International, Inc.<br />
Dale Carson, James Rehn<br />
Antique Art <strong>Treasure</strong>s Classic Cigar Art<br />
Donna Heffner, Bob Proffitt 702.515.7434<br />
Arizona Tile<br />
Patty Williams 916.853.0100<br />
Jacqueline Levy 702.364.2199<br />
Babb-Schirra & Associates<br />
Terry Babb 480.309.7559<br />
Jack Schirra 480.231.9397<br />
Kimberly Bond 602.400.5083<br />
Bellacor.com 877.688.7039<br />
Frankie Cameron<br />
Benjamin Moore & Company<br />
Gus Maseba 925.640.8101<br />
BR-111 Exotic Hardwood Flooring<br />
Allan Nery 800.525.2711<br />
Cali<strong>for</strong>nia Closets 702.891.0000<br />
Megan Huegel<br />
Casa Bella Galleria 916.921.0434<br />
Rhoda Santamaria<br />
Century Furniture/Heirloom Furniture<br />
Jeff Weiss 707.935.7630<br />
Closet Factory 916.631.8788<br />
Dan Thompson<br />
Dacor<br />
Marvin Berry 916.508.2098<br />
Stacie Berry 916.599.1497<br />
Terry Breece 559.905.2152<br />
Dahl of Denver 303.744.3423<br />
Carol Ingram<br />
Decolav/Sweet Simplicity 775.688.5000<br />
Elizabeth Bauer<br />
Delta Faucet Co. 702.365.6235<br />
Liz Hale<br />
Dunn-Edwards Paint Corp.<br />
Vee Spinks 916.792.7639<br />
Duralee Fabrics & Fine Leather<br />
Dawna Melbourne 530.758.3524<br />
Edelman Leather<br />
Stacey O’Leary 310.289.0100<br />
Naz Sadeghi 415.200.8009<br />
Electrolux Major Appliances<br />
Heather Flaa 949.502.5163<br />
Fabrica International 800-854-0357<br />
Steven Giese ext. 2513<br />
Tom Specht ext. 2523<br />
FIBER-SEAL 800.854.0357<br />
David Beaudoin<br />
Flexco 800.633.3151<br />
Rick Newell<br />
Formica 702.219.6729<br />
Kate Kline<br />
Fortress, Inc.<br />
Donald & Carol Wolper 909.483.6092<br />
Paul Brown 480.443.1134<br />
Samantha Summerville 702.364.1134<br />
Habersham 530.268.2560<br />
Vicki Solada<br />
Hafele 415.241.9176<br />
Michael Lester<br />
House of Knobs 718.726.7575<br />
Ms. Roulla Savva<br />
Huper Optik<br />
Gary Clark 775.331.7844<br />
Eric Lafranchi 707.789.0440<br />
Marie Cantrell 888.380.6640<br />
Independent, Inc. 775.358.0263<br />
Steven J. Williams<br />
International <strong>Design</strong><br />
Guild 1 916.638.5646<br />
Jessitt-Gold Interiors 951.898.5073<br />
Tammy Bekhor<br />
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The Emperor: “The Lost One”<br />
For almost three decades, Otto Haller<br />
has been working at the Bösendorfer<br />
factory in Weiner Neustadt. From a<br />
carefully kept folder, Mr. Haller took<br />
a photograph of the grand piano<br />
presented as a gift to the Emperor<br />
of Japan when Austria established<br />
diplomatic relations with Japan in 1869.<br />
On October 18, 1869, the Hapsburg<br />
monarchy and Emperor Meiji signed<br />
their first friendship treaty as Japan<br />
regained a relationship with the rest of<br />
the world. The second signature was<br />
that of Emperor Franz Joseph of Austria.<br />
Un<strong>for</strong>tunately the fate of the instrument<br />
proved to be less glamorous. It fell victim<br />
to fire when the Tenno’s palace was<br />
destroyed by fire. Only photographs<br />
of its existence remained. Otto Haller<br />
reflected his discouragement as he<br />
reconstructed the Emperor Grand from<br />
old photos. Meanwhile, in another<br />
part of the factory, his mood quickly<br />
changed to joy and optimism as the<br />
“resurrected” imperial instrument, amid<br />
272 other gleaming grand pianos<br />
awaiting delivery.<br />
Each part of the instrument has been<br />
manufactured individually and the<br />
golden parts polished externally<br />
according to an old, traditional<br />
process. Then the gold is polished to<br />
provide the mahogany with a gold<br />
gleam. The non-porous mahogany<br />
is especially well-suited to this kind of<br />
gleaming surface. The wood also has a<br />
heavy, durable texture.<br />
Painstakingly, this grand piano was<br />
reconstructed, piece by piece, from<br />
photographs more than a century<br />
old, to emerge as a dream in gold<br />
and exotic woods. When regarding<br />
this historically interesting piano, with<br />
its unique past, one realizes that the<br />
grueling hours put in by many specialists<br />
were not in vain, and that its huge<br />
success is well-deserved. <br />
In 1869, the Emperor of Austria presented<br />
a richly ornamented grand piano as a gift<br />
to the Emperor of Japan. Only a short time<br />
later, however, the instrument was lost in a<br />
fire in the Tenno’s palace. The Emperor is<br />
decorated with richly carved and gilded<br />
details, all handmade in a painstaking<br />
process to re-create the piano’s unique<br />
imperial touch.
industry partners directory<br />
Continued from page 28<br />
Kelly-Moore Paint Co. 209.462.3705<br />
Mary Lawlor<br />
Kingsdown 336.210.4230<br />
Sharon Forrest<br />
Lamps Plus Professional 800.304.8120<br />
Michael Gouel<br />
Las Vegas Home &<br />
<strong>Design</strong> Magazine 702.990.8195<br />
Valery Behr, Katherine Fligg,<br />
Franchetta Starks, Melinda<br />
Sheckells, Michael Carr 702-990-8930<br />
Macy’s 916.787.0666<br />
Corleen Moog<br />
Masland Carpets 916.295.4236<br />
John Taylor<br />
Modern Masters 925.798.1600<br />
Larry Magas<br />
Mohawk Group<br />
Pam Fischer 702.256.2582<br />
Ginger Walker 702.227.6750<br />
Nationwide Floor & Window Coverings<br />
David Melin 209.722.6392<br />
NW Rugs 702.737.7847<br />
James Crossley<br />
Oakwood Partners 702.499.8850<br />
Gordon Wolf<br />
Olhausen Billiard Mfg. Billiard<br />
Factory of Nevada 702.437.0970<br />
Mecca Billiards 559.237.8393<br />
Professional Publications 650.593.9119<br />
Greg Monte<strong>for</strong>te<br />
ProSource Wholesale Floor Coverings<br />
Sacramento 916.638.2100<br />
Sacramento North 916.787.8766<br />
Las Vegas 702.798.9802<br />
Reno 775.358.2220<br />
Richard Schultz <strong>Design</strong> 702.255.8267<br />
Judy Hammer<br />
RM COCO 573.334.0517<br />
Jack Connolly<br />
Robb & Stucky Interiors 702.531.0577<br />
Ellie Stanisci<br />
Rodvold Trucking 916.386.8181<br />
Shannon Hawthorne<br />
Roppe Corporation 775.721.2485<br />
Mike Turner<br />
Scandia Down 201.272.3343<br />
Melanie Kaplan<br />
Seabrook Wallcovering 916.663.9715<br />
Michael McDaniel<br />
SGO <strong>Design</strong>er Glass 916.635.7963<br />
Randy Patterson<br />
Sherman-Loehr Custom Tile Works<br />
Heather Loehr 916.386.0417<br />
Troy Strauss 916.736.6400<br />
Sherwin-Williams 916.267.3232<br />
Richard Condie<br />
Sicis Art Gallery 212.965.4100<br />
Judi LaPatin<br />
Singerton Fine Art 951.849.3234<br />
Ron Singerton<br />
Smith & Hawken 415.948.5341<br />
Michala Brook<br />
Stainmaster 916.508.9821<br />
Laurie K. Bowhay<br />
Standard Pacific Homes<br />
Janet Bachelor 916.838.0726<br />
Diane Straub 916.797.9576<br />
Pamela Saunders 916.797.9573<br />
Studio 49 Magazine<br />
Terry Babb 480.309.7559<br />
Jack Schirra 480.231.9397<br />
Kimberly Bond 602.400.5083<br />
Sunbrella 336.586.1240<br />
Gina B. Wicker 559.322.0444<br />
Symmons Industries 310.469.1497<br />
Maureen Ross<br />
<strong>Tahoe</strong> Rug Studio 530.581.2555<br />
George Postrozny<br />
The Floor Club Corporate 916.782.2582<br />
Roseville Trend Gallery & Granite Trans<strong>for</strong>mations<br />
Jan Moffitt 702.655.6650<br />
U.S. Tint/Shadow Enterprises<br />
Margaret Funk 559.322.0444<br />
Unique Carpets Ltd. 702.228.0716<br />
Judi Graves<br />
Via Seating 800.433.6614<br />
Nora Fenlon<br />
Villeroy & Boch 925.866.8622<br />
Jason Henrickson<br />
Walker & Zanger 702.248.1550<br />
Michele Aloe<br />
Westar Kitchen & Bath 702.798.6060<br />
Chris Matlock<br />
Western Contract/WCF Home <strong>Design</strong> Studio<br />
Cindy Warnock 916.638.3338<br />
Wild West Electronics 775.853.4600<br />
Brad Bolotin<br />
Wilsonart International<br />
Steve Tyack 916.837.3831<br />
Jayme Wright 702.260.1333<br />
Pam Lee 702.427.7752<br />
Wolf-Gordon 702.252.3929<br />
Lisa Michelle Amira-Jones<br />
Wolseley North America<br />
Robert Bauer 702.876.8100<br />
World Market Center 702.599.3060<br />
Dana Andrew<br />
Yves Delorme<br />
Roberta Hill 702.759.0119<br />
Barbara Garzoli 831.625.8600<br />
Debra Griffin 916.331.1002<br />
Cali<strong>for</strong>nia Central / Nevada Chapter August — October 2007-2008<br />
Date(s)<br />
Event<br />
Date(s)<br />
Event<br />
08.06.08 Sacramento Area Social – Inter Flora<br />
08.13.08 Board Meeting in Sacramento<br />
08.14.08 Reno Area Social — Art Walk<br />
08.20.08 Fresno Area Luncheon<br />
08.27.08 Las Vegas Area Monthly Luncheon<br />
09.10.08 Sacramento Area Monthly Luncheon<br />
09.11.08 Las Vegas CEU at Ferguson; sponsored<br />
by Kohler<br />
09.16.08 Reno Area Monthly Luncheon —<br />
Reno Business Interiors & Panolam Industries<br />
09.24.08 Las Vegas Area Monthly Luncheon<br />
09.27.08 20th Anniversary Party; Thunderbird Lodge,<br />
Incline Village, Nevada<br />
09.30.08 Fiscal year 2008 ends<br />
10.01.08 New Board takes office; Fiscal Year 2009 begins<br />
10.8.08 Sacramento Area Monthly Luncheon<br />
10.19– 10.25.08 RealWorld <strong>Design</strong>Week<br />
10.22.08 Reno Area Social — Hands-on session<br />
with Mosaic Tile<br />
10.22.08 Las Vegas Area Monthly Luncheon<br />
11.13.08 Reno Area Social — Ferguson; Bath, Kitchen &<br />
Lighting Showroom<br />
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