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CONTENTS 

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STYLING FOR THE SEASON 

Ideas for decking your doors, stairs, mantels and tables 

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CONTENTS 

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NEW HOMES 

19 WHAT THE SHOWS SHOWED US 

Design lessons we learned from 

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43 FRENCH ONION SOUP 

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45 A GREAT BLEND OF WINE ROOMS 

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68 BARWARE 

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EDITOR’S 

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Editor Karen Bradner 

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As a writer and editor, I hope you read every word in each issue of Housetrends. 

But, with one foot planted firmly in reality, I know it’s often the pictures that 

steal the show. With that understanding, our editorial team produces each of 

our magazines with a strong visual focus. The launching point for our articles 

is always great photography which we back up with human interest stories and 

valuable resources. 

However, the Idea Book you have in front of you leans even more toward 

the “a picture is worth a thousand words,” adage than usual. We produce two 

of these types of magazines each year, and the goal for these issues is simple: 

Give our readers lots of colorful options when it comes to gathering ideas for 

updating their homes. 

In this issue, we concentrate a bit on entertaining, with amazing wine rooms 

ranging from a space under the stairs to an extravagant underground wine 

cellar, along with holiday décor ideas that might just encourage you to show 

a splash of personality this season. We also take you inside two area home 

shows—featuring a total of 16 fully-decorated homes—to showcase the latest 

trends in new home construction and design. 

We hope you get lots of great ideas from these pages—after all, that’s what 

it’s all about. And just in case you have a bathroom or kitchen remodel in mind, 

keep your eye out for our February Idea Book which will have plenty of photos 

centered on those two rooms that get a lot of attention in our homes. 

In the meantime, we wish you the happiest of holidays. 

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What the Shows 

Showed Us 

Design lessons we learned 

from area home tours 

BY KAREN BRADNER 

This fall, the Home Builders Associations (HBA) in Greater Cincinnati and Dayton, both 

sponsored Homearama events. Between the two cities, a total of 16 homes were open 

to the public and ready to inspire. 

In the eastern Cincinnati suburb of Anderson Township, the Cincinnati HBA presented 

five luxury homes on private wooded lots. Prices ranged in the neighborhood of 

$1.3 to $1.7 million. 

In Lebanon, the Dayton HBA sponsored a Lifestyle edition of their show in Union 

Village, a master-planned community with a focus on charm, inviting front porches and 

a small-town, urban lifestyle. Prices ranged from the lower $300s to the upper $800s. 

Here are some of our favorite picks from the Cincinnati show. (Dayton highlights 

begin on page 33.) ➻ 

Photo by Ross Van Pelt 

Outdoor room in La Bella Vita in Cincinnati’s show 

Front porch in The Washington in Lebanon’s show 

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1 York’s Impressionist Floral Mural in The Charlotte 2 Thibaut’s Inyo Wood wallpaper on the ceiling in The Charlotte; 

Lighting Lighting EFX 3 Grasscloth from JF Fabrics in The Woodford 4 Abstract art in the Double Eagle Ranch; Artwork 

Gallery Veronique 5 Walls in Lambton by Carl Robinson in the Elkridge II; Built-ins C&W Custom Woodworking Lighting 

Lighting EFX Windows Pella Windows and Doors Cabinets Western Custom Cabinetry 6 Aqua tile in the Double Eagle; 

Shower glass Basco Shower Enclosures Photos 1-4 by Connie Kimsey; Photos 5 & 6 by Greg Grupenhof 

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If these walls could talk 

While neutrals, especially beiges, were prominent in most of the homes’ furnishings—sofas, chairs, 

primary paint colors and cabinetry—it was the bold pops of color and patterns on the walls—that 

really told the story at this year’s show. Wallpapers made an appearance in each of the entries. Some 

of the picks were striking, like the mural-size floral that adorned a wall of a guest bedroom in The 

Charlotte. And some were subtle, like the grasscloth-style wallpaper that covered the powder room 

wall in The Woodford. But all demonstrated a strong ability by the interior designers who made the 

selections to envision the end result—usually before the walls were even constructed. 

Dark paint colors—in various shades of blue and black—found their way to studies, master bedroom 

accent walls, lower-level bars and even a bourbon room. 

Tile and stone wrapped up the walls in bathrooms, wet bars and fireplace walls, to sometimes add 

color, but always texture and pattern which contributed an inviting layer of depth. 

Artwork, the majority of which leaned toward contemporary abstracts—was large and in charge in each 

of the homes. Light crisp walls presented the perfect stage for the artists’ colorful imaginations. ➻ 

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Work hard, play hard 

Home offices and studies have moved from seldom used spaces in the front of the home, just 

off the entry, to dramatic, yet functional spaces suitable for a 9 to 5 shift. Often there is a 

space—sometimes shared, sometimes separate—for both homeowners to set up shop from 

home. Dark charcoal walls made for a dramatic, albeit masculine office space in The Woodford. 

While right next door, in The Charlotte, a slightly more feminine office space was painted—on 

the walls and ceiling—in a soft, but deep blue. 

While their moms and dads might need to carve out a space to work, now, more than ever, 

kids need a place to play inside the safety of their home. Two of the homes—Double Eagle 

Ranch, and The Charlotte had surprising, and slightly secret—clubhouse-style spaces that 

wrapped under the lower-level staircases. La Bella Vita had a second-floor bonus room set up 

for a fun-filled sleepover for four. ➻ 

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1 Playroom under the stairs in the 

Double Eagle Ranch 2 Walls painted 

dark in office in The Woodford; 

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Lighting EFX Artwork Gallery 

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Shutter Experts 3 Blue study in 

The Charlotte; Woodworking 

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Veronique 4 Playroom under the 

stairs in The Charlotte 5 Bedroom 

set up for sleepovers in La Bella Vita 

Photos 1, 4, 5 by Connie Kimsey; 

Photos 2 & 3 by Greg Grupenhof 


Keeping a messy kitchen at bay 

This year, as in most every year, the kitchens served as striking 

centerpieces in each of the homes. Due to the wide-open 

floor plans, where the kitchen’s contents are on full display 

to those in the great room, dining room, and often to the 

front entry, savvy builders and homeowners are now carving 

out room for an oversized pantry that serves as a messy 

kitchen of sorts. Often these spaces have a second fridge, 

a sink, dishwasher, and microwave. La Bella Vita featured 

this type of space which ran the length of the kitchen and 

offered plenty of storage space, some of which was accessed 

by a rolling ladder. 

1 Kitchen in La Bella Vita with pantry door to 

the right Appliances Custom Distributors, Inc. 

2 “Working” pantry in La Bella Vita 

Photos 1, 3, 4, 5 by Greg Grupenhof; 

Photo 2 by Connie Kimsey 

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That’s entertainment 

If you want to drink where everybody knows 

your name, this year’s homes had just the 

place for you. Lower-level entertainment areas 

rivaled any neighborhood bar with their trappings. 

Elkridge II featured two bar/seating 

areas, one a bit more out in the open near 

the beer cave with its wall-mounted beer 

tap. Another, a little more tucked away, was 

a brick-covered, barrel-style vaulted ceiling 

space that felt a little more private. A high-tech 

golf simulation theater was a major draw for 

visitors to Double Eagle Ranch. ➻ 

3 Lower-level bar in The Charlotte; 

Woodworking C&W Custom Woodworking 

4 Bar with beer tap and cave on far wall in 

Elkridge II; Lighting Lighting EFX Cabinets 

Western Custom Cabinetry 5 Barrel-vaulted 

ceiling in wine room in Elkridge II; Lighting 

Lighting EFX Cabinets Western Custom 

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Getting out is definitely in 

A couple of the homes featured 

inviting front porches with room to 

gather, but standouts of the show 

were the incredible outdoor rooms 

that were given a serious amount of 

space and attention. All of them were 

placed in a prominent position in the 

home, and often appeared as a flowing 

extension of the interior great 

room. For example, in The Woodford, 

the beamed vaulted ceiling and chandelier 

that grace the interior are 

mimicked, almost mirror like, in the 

outdoor space that is seen through a 

bank of windows. (See page 28) 

A few of the outdoor spaces had 

soaring cathedral ceilings, most had 

fireplaces and televisions. Lowerlevel 

outdoor rooms allowed for easy 

access to the back yards and inviting 

woodlands that lined the back of 

each of the properties. And for the 

first time in several years, an enticing 

inground pool made a presence at 

the show in the back yard of La Bella 

Vita. ➻ 

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1 Screened outdoor room in 

La Bella Vita 2 Pool and patio 

in La Bella Vita; Windows 

and doors Pella Windows and 

Doors 3 Expansive front porch 

of The Woodford; Hardscapes 

Townescapes 4 Sun deck on the 

Double Eagle Ranch 5 Outdoor 

spaces in Elkridge II back yard; 

Outdoor furniture Watson’s 

Photos 1, 2, 5 by Greg Grupenhof; 

Photos 3 & 4 by Connie Kimsey 


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Elkridge II 

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The Woodford 

Builder Wieland Builders 

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Horsing around 

It may have been the show’s proximity 

to Anderson Township’s Belterra 

Park, but horses seemed to be a 

theme that made its presence known 

in each of the homes. Just a few 

of the many examples: There was 

a carved wooden horse at the stair 

landing in La Bella Vita, and horses 

in a grand painting hanging over the 

great room fireplace in Elkridge II, 

along with a slightly more abstract 

painting of horses near Elkridge II’s 

beer cave. 

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beginning on page 33. 

1 Great room ceiling mirrored in outdoor room in The Woodford; Area rugs Rug 

Gallery Lighting Lighting EFX 2 Great room in Elkridge II; Woodworking C&W 

Custom Woodworking Lighting Lighting EFX Window and doors Pella Windows 

and Doors Fireplace surround Stone Center 3 Horse sculpture at lower-level landing 

in La Bella Vita Photos 1 & 2 by Greg Grupenhof; Photo 3 by Connie Kimsey 

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What the Shows 

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continued 

Design lessons we learned from area home tours 

While there were definitely similarities in the interior design elements featured 

in each of the Dayton and Cincinnati Homeramas, the exterior settings 

could not be more different. The Cincinnati show homes all boasted 

outdoor rooms that focused on their private, wooded back yards. Dayton’s 

show, which was held in Union Village—a “new urban” style development 

in Lebanon—was all about the front porches that focused the attention on 

interacting with neighbors. 

Here are some of our favorite picks from the Lebanon show. (Cincinnati 

highlights begin on page 19.) ➻ 

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1 Front porch of The Miami River Cottage 2 Wrap around porch of The Washington 3 Side porch of The Louden 

Photos 1 & 3 by Ross Van Pelt; Photo 2 by Connie Kimsey 


Speaking with woods 

The craft of woodworkers was on display in a big way in Lebanon. Soft-white panels added 

and elegant touch to The Dogwood. Beams on the ceiling and a grid on the wall add elegance 

to the master bedroom in The Washington. Ceiling beams continue the line up from the 

granite fireplace wall in The Cottonwood. In both The Louden and The Villager, thin strips 

of wood were applied to the walls and painted rich blue and green respectively, to add a bit 

of panache to nook spaces. ➻ 

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1 Black paneled walls in The Middlebury 

2 Wood details painted green on a wall in 

The Villager 3 Mantel trim and ceiling beams 

in The Cottonwood 4 Grid on the ceiling and 

wall in The Washington 5 Soft-white wainscoting 

in The Dogwood 6 Seating nook with 

blue walls and wood accents in The Louden 

Photos 1 & 3 by Connie Kimsey; Photos 2, 4, 5, 6 by Ross Van Pelt 


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2 

1 Fall scene on porch of The 

Orchard 2 Front porch of The 

Logan Park 3 Side porch of 

The Piedmont 4 Wrap around 

porch of The Camden 

Photos 1,3, 4 by Ross Van Pelt; 

Photo 2 by Connie Kimsey 

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Front porch living 

Spacious front porches, large enough for a swing and furniture, are absolutely the first thing 

to catch your eye in Union Village. This is a community that is built to mingle—out front— 

on the porches, sidewalks and streets. All the single-family homes feature inviting front 

porches. Some of them run the front width of the home, such as in The Orchard, while others 

are wrap around style like The Camden. Many of the homes also featured more side patios, 

suitable for outdoor dining or relaxation when a bit more privacy is desired, as seen in The 

Louden and The Piedmont. ➻ 

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4 


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Cemented in style 

Patterned cement tile added a serious 

punch to bathrooms, laundry rooms and 

mudrooms. In The Louden, the tile took a 

contemporary turn with its crisp white and 

gray accents. Over in The Villager condominium 

it contributed to a bath’s wateryblue 

color scheme. And in the laundry/ 

mudroom in The Orchard it had a bit of a 

distressed look that added a taste of age and 

character to this brand-new space. 

Patterned cement tile found its way to 

several of the homes, including, (1) The 

Orchard, (2) The Villager and (3)The 

Louden 

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Feeding a crowd 

Perhaps in response to the fact that many of us 

are spending more time dining and entertaining at 

home, there was an easy flow between the kitchen 

and dining areas that allowed folks in both spaces 

to be part of the conversation. With the seating 

available at the often oversized islands, as well as 

the nearby tables, homeowners could easily have 

enough space to entertain a small crowd—or a 

large family. The Camden included a table which 

comfortably seated eight, and nearby with coordinating 

chairs, a spacious island that seated an 

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1 A large island provides for casual seating in The 

Camden 2 A coordinated dining area is just steps 

from The Camden’s kitchen 

Photos this spread by Ross Van Pelt 

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Builder Ashford Homes 

The Logan Park 

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The Washington 

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Talking with animals 

In a similar fashion as the Cincinnati show, in which horse artwork was featured 

throughout the homes, animals were found in artwork strategically 

placed throughout many of the homes in Union Village as well. A horse 

painted on a black background added a rich element to The Middlebury, a 

friendly racoon hangs out over the sofa in The Villager. Sheeps graze in a 

painting that hangs between the front windows in The Camden. ➻ 

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1 A racoon print above the sofa in The Villager 2 Aminal art on the wall in The Camden 

Photos this page by Ross Van Pelt 

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Splashing the walls 

Also as seen in the Cincinnati show, bold, expressive wallpapers made 

a definite impact as accent walls in Union Village. A subtle paper with 

metallic touches creates an accent wall in The Logan Park. Powder 

rooms in both The Middlebury and The Orchard felt fresh and current 

thanks to a splash of pattern on the walls. 

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A Great Blend of 

Wine Rooms 

These caves, cellars, vaults and racks are 

custom designed for collectors ➻ 

BY KAREN BRADNER 


In 1934, a year after prohibition 

ended with ratification of the 

21st Amendment, Americans 

consumed an average of .26 

gallons—or 4 glasses—of wine 

per year. Today, we drink about 

a billion gallons of wine each 

year. That translates to about 

49 glasses of wine per every 

resident of the United States. 

The number would be markedly 

higher if only those individuals 

old enough to legally drink were 

factored into the equation. 

These statistics, and others 

supplied by the California-based 

Wine Institute, (wineinstitute. 

org) show that wine consumption 

has been, for the most 

part, growing at a steady pace 

for the past 86 years. While 

bourbon rooms and craft breweries 

are all the rage right now, 

it is clear wine is in it for the 

long run. 

Oenophiles know their love 

of the grape is not a passing 

fancy and many of them have 

carved out a space—be it a cellar, 

a cave, a room or a place 

under the stairs—to properly 

pay tribute to their collection. 

Take a look at a few of our 

favorites. See more wine space from this home on page 52. Photo by Daniel Feldkamp 

ON PREVIOUS PAGE; An Upper Arlington couple wanted a space with a bit of 

French inspiration blended with a modern vibe to store their wine collection. A 

few steps down from their dining room, through double glass doors, a crystal 

halo chandelier shines on the rich wood of the cabinets, the dark tile floors, and 

the hexagonal tiles that add a 3D effect to the ceiling. Hidden from sight are 

high-tech tools that control the temperature and humidity. 

RESOURCES: 

Construction and Design J.S. Brown & Co., Monica Lewis, CMKD, MCR, UDCP 

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Free-floating wine racks are mounted to a wall 

of whitewashed cedar in this glass-enclosed wine 

room. Its contents can be enjoyed in the adjacent 

spaces which were custom designed to suit 

the homeowners’ specific entertaining needs. 

A double bar, beverage center and wine chiller, 

allow for plenty of options when it comes time to 

gather with friends and family. ➻ 

RESOURCES 

Builder and interior design G.A. White Homes 

Residential design Shawn Duncan Associates 

Lighting Premiere Lighting Gallery 

Flooring Premiere Flooring 

Art Dayton Art Solutions 

Photos by Dawn Smith 


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In Columbus, this striking circular wine vault 

houses 1,721 bottles and is a national award 

winner. Custom wood veneer light fixtures from 

Spain accentuate the textures of the vertical 

stacked stone to create a balance between the 

modern and natural elements of the space. A 

stone and pebble lighting ledge circles the space 

and conceals wiring and houses uplighting. The 

temperature and humidity can be controlled by 

smartphones. ➻ 

RESOURCES 

Contractor Dave Fox Design-Build Remodelers 

(Steve Dempsey, sales director and 

Samantha Magee, CKMBD, interior designer) 

Tile Emser Tile & Hamilton Parker 

Glass Eastway Supply 

Lighting Northern Lighting 

Wine racking system VintageView 

Wood tops Urbn Timber 

Photos by Danielle Kravec 


After relocating to Cincinnati from San Francisco, a couple knew they needed 

the right space to accommodate their extensive wine collection. This 

home’s lower level turned out to be the perfect spot. A black racking system, 

placed along a curving back wall, was designed to house 2,200 bottles of 

wine. An entire glass wall runs across the front of the wine cellar to control 

the temperature and humidity inside the room. 

RESOURCES 

Contractor Neal’s Design Remodel 

Designer Cyndi Kohler, CKD 

Glass wall Ryan’s All-Glass 

Racking system Wine Cellar Innovations 

HVAC Anderson Automatic 

Photo by Robin Victor Goetz 

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With an industrial/contemporary 

twist, this custom-built wine center 

takes clever advantage of unused 

space under the stairs. Racks made of 

white oak were designed to hold 100 

bottles of wine. LED lighting changes 

color to light the unit from within 

and add a bit of a show for those 

enjoying a meal and conversation in 

the adjacent dining area. 

RESOURCES 

Design and construction 

Jayme Dickey, Luxe Design Remodel 

Glass Alluring Glass 

Photo by Lisa VonLuehrte 

The interior stonework and archway 

design elements of this wine room 

are carried throughout the rest of this 

lower-level entertainment area of this 

traditionally-styled Cincinnati home. 

The space also includes a billiards 

area, a kitchen and a comfy space for 

catching a game or movie. ➻ 

RESOURCES 

Contractor Neal’s Design Remodel 

Lead designer Laura Webster 


Two backlit glass towers in a formal dining room in New 

Albany provide easy access to wines for dinner parties and 

holidays. Hidden in a wall panel between the towers is a 

stone-covered staircase, carefully lit by lanterns, which provides 

access to the lower levels of the wine storage—the cellar 

and the cave. The lower cave has a natural stone floor which 

allows for a desired level of humidity. ➻ 

RESOURCES 

Architect Brian Kent Jones Architects, Inc. 

Builder Ghiloni Custom Builders 

Wine cellar stone Columbus Builders Supply 

Photos by Daniel Feldkamp 

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Just steps from the kitchen, great 

room and dining areas, a crisp white 

curved countertop serves as a bar in 

front of a built-in and lighted wine 

rack in this Cincinnati home. The 

bar’s location makes it practical, while 

its slightly contemporary style makes 

it elegant. 

RESOURCES 

Builder Arthur Rutenberg Homes 

Photo by Daniel Feldkamp 

Beneath its arched brick ceiling this 

wine room features built-in storage 

for 450 bottles, a corking station, 

and a table and chairs custom built 

for the room. Antique black cabinetry 

adds a rich design element as do the 

seven-inch-wide planks of American 

hickory on the floor. Adjacent spaces 

include a complete bar and kitchen 

area as well as a cigar room. 

RESOURCES 

Designer and contractor 

Architectural Justice 

Photo by Thom Sivo 

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This Columbus area lower-level wine room was 

designed to take advantage of an existing bay of the 

foundation. New iron doors were custom designed 

to match a wrought iron design on a console table 

owned by the homeowners. They were then faux 

finished with a metallic paint to recreate the patina. 

Custom wine racks, a wood panel ceiling, and wine 

refrigerator complete the room. 

RESOURCES 

Construction and design 

J.S. Brown & Co. 

Iron doors Fortin Ironworks 


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Ideas for decking your doors, stairs, mantels and tables 

It’s that time of year. Time to add a few festive touches to your home as you prepare for gathering 

with friends and family over the holidays. While your options run the gamut from traditional to whimsical, 

homespun to luxurious, you also have the option to not let the task of decorating for the holidays 

overwhelm you. ➻ 


In this feature, we have identified four key areas—excluding the 

tree—where you might want to focus your attention. Instead of 

spreading your effort throughout the house, perhaps you might 

gather your fir branches, figurines, lights and thoughts and create 

one space that showcases your family’s personality. 

Here we share ideas for decorating your front door, staircases, 

mantels and fireplaces. 

Grunder Landscaping Co. Photo by Daniel Feldkamp 

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Make a grand entrance 

Invite your neighbors and guests to share in your holiday spirit 

by adding a swag of white pine above the door or reimagine your summer 

planters to create clusters with a celebratory flair. Pinecones, lanterns, 

bows, oversized ornaments and even vintage toys are effective 

when creating an elegant and inviting case of curb appeal, holiday style. 

And while they set the standard for front door décor, wreaths can be 

used just about anywhere in the home. They’re especially wonderful 

when they add an inviting scent to the space. While that often comes 

in the form of pine, other items you may have in your pantry—like cinnamon, 

cloves or citrus—add a delightfully unexpected aroma. ➻



Step it up 

Whether they are inside or out, a 

staircase sets an inviting stage for 

holiday décor. How about taking 

advantage of all those beautifully 

wrapped presents by stacking a few 

up the side of the steps instead of 

keeping them all under the tree? 

If you’re lucky enough to have a 

magnolia tree on your property— 

or have a friendly neighbor nearby 

who does—crisp and shiny magnolia 

leaves add an elegant touch 

to a banister treatment. If you 

have any extra swag a lush strand 

of garland works wonders when 

draped on an oversized mirror. 

Photo by Jim Crotty 


Photo by Connie Kimsey 

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Cloak your mantel 

With the exception of the tree, the 

mantels above our fireplaces are 

often where much of our holiday 

decorating happens. Anything goes 

when it comes to this decorating real 

estate. 

A roping of garland with soft white 

lights and a statement bow is a classic 

choice. Or you might want to create 

a snowy scene indoors with a 

medley of whites, creams, and ivories. 

A sprig or two of vibrant green 

pine adds a natural contrast to this 

grouping. But sometimes it just 

needs to be all about those stockings. 

Also, don’t be afraid to repeat yourself. 

It makes life a bit easier and it 

creates a cohesive look throughout 

your home. Use the same type of icy 

blue baubles on the mantel as you did 

on your dining room chandelier. ➻ 




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Sitting pretty 

Add a gauzy ribbon to the back of 

your chairs to bring a festive touch 

to your dining room without sacrificing 

that much-needed real estate 

on the tabletop. Add in a sprig of 

pine, or tie on a colorful ornament 

and you will have a beautiful setting 

that carries through from breakfast, 

lunch or dinner and often on to the 

next day of entertaining. 

Another idea that works when table 

space is at a premium is to hang ornaments, 

greenery and baubles of all 

sorts from your chandelier. Give it a 

little personality by adding cherished 

ornaments that have a story behind 

them. It’s a great conversation starter, 

especially for family members ready 

to share their precious memories. 

Whatever holiday your family celebrates—we 

wish you the happiest 

and the merriest this season. 



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Bova Contemporary Furniture.............................29 

Custom Distributors, Inc............................... 4 & 30 

Daso Custom Cabinetry........................................2 

Dave Fox Design-Build Remodelers.....................16 

Designed2Sell, eXp Realty...................................56 

Eagle Specialty Remodeling....................................9 

Franklin Art Glass Studios, Inc..............................18 

Hamilton Parker..................................................11 

Hanson Audio and Video.....................................32 

Haus Studio Designs............................................42 

J.S. Brown & Company.......................................66 

K.A. Menendian Rug Cleaning..............................73 

K.A. Menendian Rug Gallery................................15 

Kitchen Kraft........................................................74 

Lewis Designs Custom Cabinetry........................73 

NJW Construction/Renovations Unlimited ..........70 

Pathway Tables....................................................57 

Studio J................................................................76 

The Cleary Company..........................................13 

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Union Village Development Co...........................44 

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