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EXCEPTIONAL HOMES & GARDENS<br />

dishing with kitchen designers<br />

LIGHTING BASICS | SLEEP ON IT | UNTAPPED STORAGE<br />

GREATER MIAMI VALLEY | FEBRUARY <strong>2023</strong> | HOUSETRENDS.COM


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Kitchen?<br />

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WHERE EXCELLENCE LIVES<br />

3368 MCCURDY ROAD, TROY<br />

Built in 2018 by Denlinger & Sons Construction, this<br />

beautiful home in the country has 3,797 ft. and<br />

features a full basement, and a 40 x 60 pole barn.<br />

5 bedrooms, 3 full and 1 half baths. $849,500<br />

Represented by: Richard Pierce Group<br />

937.524.6077 | rtpierce77@gmail.com<br />

2720 PHILADELPHIA DRIVE, DAYTON<br />

Historically significant one-of-a-kind home, just waiting<br />

for the next generation of owners to make it their own.<br />

6 bedrooms, 4 full and 2 half baths. $625,000<br />

Represented by: Felix McGinnis & Jeanne Glennon<br />

937.602.5976 | Felix@FelixMcGinnis.com<br />

Please visit www.theshermanestate.com<br />

10213 STETSON COURT, CENTERVILLE<br />

Newly constructed Colonnade, a single-family Patio<br />

Home by Centerstone Homes. Located at Woodland<br />

Greens at Yankee Trace and bursting with upgrades.<br />

3 bedrooms, 3 full baths. $640,000<br />

Represented by: Jamie Wilson<br />

937.673.9985 | jamie.wilson@coldwellbanker.com<br />

5925 WEIDNER ROAD, CLEARCREEK TWP<br />

Circa 1830's Home with all the modern amenities<br />

of a newer home! Sitting on 8+ acres with 4 out<br />

buildings including a Carriage House w/ living qtrs!<br />

4 bedrooms, 4 full baths. $1,599,900<br />

Represented by: Karen Powell<br />

937.478.1695 | kpowell2@coldwellbanker.com<br />

2327 ELIZABETH DRIVE, CLEARCREEK TWP<br />

One owner home on 1.3 acres in country atmosphere<br />

only minutes to the city. Features full basement that<br />

could easily be finished to satisfy recreational needs.<br />

4 bedrooms, 2 full and 1 half baths. $595,500<br />

Represented by: Sam Crist<br />

937.478.1838 | samcrist@coldwellbanker.com<br />

9515 FLATROCK DRIVE, WASHINGTON TWP<br />

M/I Homes, desired Nicholas floor plan w/ soaring<br />

ceilings, spacious rooms, upstairs laundry room, and<br />

adaptable for your family's changing needs!<br />

4 bedrooms, 3 full and 1 half baths. $779,900<br />

Represented by: Amanda DeLong<br />

937.266.2740 | Amanda@DelongFineProperties.com<br />

3934 JACOB HILLS COURT, BELLBROOK<br />

No detail was missed in this absolutely STUNNING,<br />

custom home! Over 2,600 sq. ft., desirable main floor<br />

primary bedroom and an open concept floor plan.<br />

3 bedrooms, 3 full and 1 half baths. $549,900<br />

Represented by: Austin Castro<br />

937.974.9226 | austin@austinRcastro.com<br />

1005 MCKINNEY LANE, WASHINGTON TWP<br />

Brand new home with many customizations! The<br />

Glenwick model by Oberer has over 2,644 square<br />

feet of finished living space on two floors.<br />

4 bedrooms, 3 full and 1 half baths. $536,900<br />

Represented by: Laurie Westheimer<br />

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190 WINDING CREEK DRIVE, CLEARCREEK TWP<br />

STUNNING CUSTOM HOME! You will LOVE this<br />

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Huber Heights 937.237.5900 | Vandalia 937.890.2200 | Springfield 937.322.0352 | Middletown 513.424.2421 | Wilmington 937.382.4427<br />

© <strong>2023</strong> Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated.<br />

Coldwell Banker, the Coldwell Banker Logo, Coldwell Banker Global Luxury and the Coldwell Banker Global Luxury logo are service marks registered or pending registration owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC.<br />

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H a p p y N e w Y e a r !<br />

New Year | New Start | New Possibilities<br />

Wishing you and your family a happy and healthy <strong>2023</strong>. Whether you’re ready for a<br />

new start or looking forward to another year in your beautiful home, we are here to<br />

help with any and all of your real estate needs.<br />

Home prices continue to rise. Do you know how much your home is worth? We<br />

do! Please reach out to us for a free consultation to learn the value of your<br />

investment today!<br />

w w w . c i n d y b u c k r e u s . c o m<br />

Sold 40 Million Dollars in 2022<br />

Top 1% of <strong>Dayton</strong> Area Agents<br />

Pinnacle of Performance -<br />

<strong>Dayton</strong> Area Board of Realtors<br />

Cindy Buckreus<br />

937.609.5043<br />

cbuckreus@coldwellbanker.com<br />

Carey Lunne<br />

937.313.0190<br />

clunne@coldwellbanker.com<br />

©<strong>2023</strong> Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC fully supports the principles of the Fair<br />

Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Each office is independently Owned and Operated. Coldwell Banker® and the Coldwell<br />

Banker logo are registered service marks owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC.<br />

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CONTENTS<br />

FEBRUARY <strong>2023</strong> • GREATER MIAMI VALLEY<br />

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CONTENTS<br />

FEBRUARY <strong>2023</strong> • GREATER MIAMI VALLEY<br />

FEATURES<br />

DEPARTMENTS<br />

KITCHENS<br />

DISHING WITH KITCHEN<br />

DESIGNERS<br />

Area experts share their favorite<br />

features<br />

17<br />

FURNISHINGS<br />

SUPPORTING YOUR SLEEP<br />

Making sense of today’s mattress<br />

options<br />

28<br />

INTERIOR DESIGN<br />

SITTING IN STYLE<br />

Dapper designs for resting your<br />

derriere<br />

40<br />

INSPIRED<br />

IDEAS<br />

Pantone’s Color for <strong>2023</strong><br />

14<br />

SOUP AND<br />

SANDWICH<br />

A warming winter meal<br />

36<br />

AD<br />

INDEX<br />

Local home and garden pros<br />

64<br />

ORGANIZATION<br />

HIDING UNDER THE STAIRS<br />

Clever ideas for creating more usable<br />

space in your home<br />

43<br />

TECHNOLOGY<br />

BRIGHT IDEA<br />

Getting back to lighting basics, one<br />

bulb at a time<br />

53<br />

EXCEPTIONAL HOMES & GARDENS<br />

dishing with kitchen designers<br />

LIGHTING BASICS | SLEEP ON IT | UNTAPPED STORAGE<br />

GREATER MIAMI VALLEY | FEBRUARY <strong>2023</strong> | HOUSETRENDS.COM<br />

ON THE<br />

COVER<br />

This window seat is one<br />

of several clever ideas for<br />

uncovering your home’s<br />

untapped storage and<br />

living space. See more<br />

examples, beginning on<br />

page 43.<br />

Photo by Caroline Morgan<br />

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Luxury Design & Timeless Feel<br />

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Designers: Vicki Waker D.S.I.D | Tracy McLaren-Baur | Patty Clark<br />

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WELCOME LETTER<br />

They always say time<br />

changes things, but you<br />

actually have to<br />

change them yourself.<br />

-Andy Warhol<br />

I have to admit, it stings a bit every time I watch one of those insurance<br />

commercials with Dr. Rick. Yes, apparently, I am turning into my<br />

parents. I leave my phone number twice when I leave a voice mail. I still<br />

have a landline. I pack water and munchies when I go to the movies….I<br />

could go on, but you get the point.<br />

Well one more example…as I was researching mattresses for our<br />

“Supporting Your Sleep” feature, I matter-of-factly told my coworker<br />

how old my own mattress was. Her look conveyed a mix between shock<br />

and disgust. But in my defense…I am sleeping perfectly well, mattresses<br />

can be expensive, and on a green note, it’s one less thing going to the<br />

dump.<br />

Although those excuses could be covering up the root cause—I grew<br />

up with parents who didn’t throw things away. Bath towels and dish<br />

cloths hung around in drawers for decades. Our kitchen cabinets were<br />

original to the home. Lamps were outfitted with 60-watt incandescent<br />

bulbs and served as a source of light…not mood.<br />

Whether the push is from Dr. Rick or the new year, it might just be<br />

time to freshen up our homes with items that make us happy and more<br />

comfortable. Is it time for that new mattress? A kitchen update? Need<br />

help making sense of today’s confusing array of light bulbs? Or would<br />

you like to tap in to your home’s unused space? Regardless of your goal,<br />

this issue of Housetrends has it covered.<br />

It’s a new year, and you’re a new generation. It’s time to celebrate<br />

change.<br />

Thanks for reading.<br />

Karen Bradner<br />

EDITOR<br />

Associate Publishers<br />

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Linda Bacher, Florence Murphy<br />

Editor Karen Bradner<br />

Creative Director Gina Miller<br />

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Contributing Writer<br />

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Contributing Photographers<br />

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Samantha Hickey, Jeff Johnson,<br />

Ken Love, Caroline Morgan,<br />

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Designer Tips...What’s Hot<br />

Why Not Navy Blue<br />

When we think of the new year, we think of<br />

fresh starts, and when we think of fresh starts,<br />

we think of fresh paint. There's just something<br />

about the new year that makes us want to repaint<br />

every wall in our homes.<br />

Deep hues can work wonders in a living<br />

room to create a cozy, inviting feel, and navy<br />

blue is a stylish choice. Use it as a backdrop<br />

for bold color and pattern or complement it<br />

with soft neutrals for a space that looks warm<br />

and harmonious.<br />

Blue tends to be a go-to color for bedrooms<br />

because it's an ideal shade for lowering stress<br />

and promoting mellow vibes. Since that's<br />

a feeling you probably want to experience<br />

throughout your home, why not consider the<br />

bold hue for your living room, too?<br />

Julie Cochran<br />

937-438-0901 | centerville@decoratingden.com | jcochran.decoratingden.com<br />

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1 Personalized Bench - Lolly Multi<br />

INSPIRED IDEAS<br />

PANTONE COLOR OF THE YEAR <strong>2023</strong><br />

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4 Lora Rose Rug<br />

5 Blushing Red Paint from Benjamin Moore<br />

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6 Zola Organic Cotton<br />

Abstract Throw Pillow - yayaandco.com<br />

Available at: Hoffman and Albers Interiors, ID Cincinnati Furniture and Interior Design and Studio J (1);<br />

Premiere Lighting (2); K.A. Menendian Rug Gallery (4)<br />

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DISHING WITH<br />

KitchenDesigners<br />

Area experts share their favorite features<br />

BY KAREN BRADNER<br />

As editor of a magazine that has a heavy focus on kitchens, I often get asked by friends and<br />

acquaintances who are prepping for a remodel what they should consider when planning and<br />

designing their new space. I have my particular favorites: I like a floating shelf or two, I like one<br />

wall with no upper cabinets, and I don’t like the microwave to be mounted over the range.<br />

(This is based on my own experience—my microwave is, in fact, mounted over my range.)<br />

But Housetrends has access to an incredible group of kitchen designers and I decided to take<br />

that question to them asking: “What is one item, or concept, you’d want to include if you<br />

were designing your own kitchen?”<br />

Here are their answers…there are a few common threads definitely worth noting. ➻<br />

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“For years we put desks in kitchens and they<br />

became a catch all. A command center allows<br />

you to charge cell phones, send a note, stack<br />

mail and store coupons. You take care of a<br />

task and close the door.”<br />

—Vicki Waker, Cabinet Creations Inc.<br />

“It is important to allow room for<br />

multiple people to be in the kitchen and not feel<br />

on top of each other. I always include a number<br />

of “touch down areas,” open countertop space<br />

for prepping, serving, and cooking supplies.”<br />

Photo by Ken Love<br />

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—Dana Dalton, Daso Custom Cabinetry


“As someone who cooks frequently,<br />

proper spice storage is a must!<br />

‘Rev-A-Shelf’ Base Cabinet Pullout<br />

allows you to keep different size<br />

spice containers organized and easy<br />

to find without ending up with<br />

duplicates. It even has room at the<br />

bottom for oil/vinegars!”<br />

Photo by Marshall Evan Photography<br />

—Katie Florjancic, The Cleary Company<br />

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“Opening up one wall to another<br />

room allowed us to extend<br />

usable counter space which we<br />

desperately needed. The new<br />

layout allows two or more people<br />

to work independently. Light from<br />

windows in the adjacent room now<br />

filters into the kitchen.”<br />

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—Wendy Sorenson, J.S. Brown


Photo by Jeff Johnson, JL Johnson Photography<br />

“I would do a butler’s pantry! A place for the<br />

many kitchen appliances and gadgets we<br />

accumulate to live, organized food items,<br />

and countertop space to plug in crock pots,<br />

toaster etc. that you don’t want seen in the<br />

main kitchen.”<br />

—Amber Bolin, Dave Fox Design | Build Remodelers Photo by CT Photo Memories<br />

“I would incorporate modern “connected”<br />

appliances, such as a refrigerator that allows<br />

you to remotely monitor its contents, and<br />

a range that allows you to pre-heat from an<br />

app on your phone.”<br />

Bosch appliances in this kitchen can be controlled<br />

remotely via the Home Connect App.<br />

Photo courtesy of Custom Distributors, Inc.<br />

—Matt Jones, Greater <strong>Dayton</strong> Building and Remodeling<br />

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“Hands-down a scullery. The main kitchen<br />

can remain a pristine showpiece without<br />

sacrificing functionality. With limited space,<br />

a scullery can provide an extra sink, dishwasher,<br />

beverage fridge, and cooking appliances<br />

with the added benefit of pantry and<br />

small appliance storage.”<br />

—Allison Burt,<br />

Haus Studio<br />

“For me it’s drawers….as many as I can have.<br />

Large, wide drawers hold pots, pans, bakeware,<br />

casserole dishes, plastic containers,<br />

linens—you name it! They take one motion<br />

to open, and you can see everything. Full<br />

extension is a must.”<br />

—Carrie Bordenkircher,<br />

Kircher Design & Build<br />

Photo by<br />

Marcia Roberts/Obscura Photography<br />

Photo by Samamtha Hickey<br />

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“My kitchen must have would be lots of<br />

drawers! They offer much more convenient<br />

storage and accessibility rather than your<br />

traditional shelving or pullouts. Large<br />

drawers for pots and pans, smaller drawers<br />

to organize silverware and other cooking<br />

utensils.”<br />

—Amber Ott-Johnson,<br />

Kitchens By Design<br />

“Without proper organization, all the pretty<br />

doesn’t matter. Each of my cabinets has a<br />

purpose. I have a place for pots, pans, ladles<br />

and spices. Everything has its home and<br />

that makes me happy every time I cook or<br />

put things away.”<br />

—Melissa Kehayes,<br />

Western Custom<br />

Cabinetry<br />

Photo by Mark Tepe<br />

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“I would include an island that functions<br />

like a table. You could prep on one side and<br />

sit on the other or switch. It would have to<br />

have power at both ends and hidden storage<br />

drawers.”<br />

—Michael A. Wright, Kitchen Kraft<br />

“Custom organization solutions keep your<br />

kitchen feeling orderly and fresh for the<br />

months and years following a renovation—<br />

from a lift for your mixer to easy-access<br />

drawers for pots, pans, and lids, and perfectly<br />

divided drawers to keep counters free<br />

of clutter.”<br />

Photo by Brenna Smith<br />

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—Sarah Festa, R.L. Bull Cabinetry


“Layers of lighting are critical.<br />

Ceiling or recessed lights provide<br />

general ambient lighting. Tape light<br />

under upper cabinets provides task<br />

lighting. Decorative lighting—<br />

overhead pendants or sconces—<br />

enhances style and creates focal<br />

points. Tape light inside glass-front<br />

cabinets and below lower cabinetry<br />

adds drama.”<br />

Photo by Tiffany Schultz<br />

—Christina Temple, Neal’s Design-Remodel Photo by Ross Van Pelt<br />

WE RAN OUT OF ROOM!<br />

See how six more designers answered the question at housetrends.com, search: Dishing with Kitchen Designers<br />

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supporting<br />

YOUR SLEEP<br />

Making sense of today’s mattress options<br />

BY LEE RHODES<br />

“Going to the mattresses” is an expression that (for those who aren’t Godfather fans<br />

and don’t already know) means to gear up for battle.<br />

The thought of purchasing a new mattress may feel a bit like going to battle, what<br />

with the plethora of options available today and the fact that–since we spend a third of<br />

our lives sleeping–choosing the right mattress is a big decision. All the more reason to<br />

view this purchase not with trepidation but with anticipation and even excitement–and<br />

to get educated before you start to shop.<br />

Mary Helen Rogers, VP of Marketing and Communications at the Better Sleep<br />

Council, concurs. “We’re not here to tell you what to buy,” she says. “We recognize<br />

that it’s a very personal process, so we’re here to make it more fun and less of a<br />

grudge purchase.” ➻<br />

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EVALUATE FIRST<br />

With that in mind, it’s best to start by thinking not of when to buy a new<br />

mattress but when to evaluate whether you need one. Rogers explains: “Ask<br />

yourself, ‘How am I sleeping and how am I feeling when I wake up?’ If it’s good,<br />

then you’re good to go.”<br />

On the other hand, if you’ve recently gone on vacation and realized that you<br />

sleep much better on vacation than at home, it may be time to replace your<br />

mattress. Or, if you’re undergoing a lifestyle change, such as getting married, it<br />

may also be time, as your existing mattress may not align with what your partner<br />

needs. And if you’re experiencing a body change (think injury, pregnancy,<br />

weight gain, weight loss, etc.), those are all triggers for you to evaluate whether<br />

you need a new mattress.<br />

COMFORT AND SUPPORT<br />

While personal preference, size, firmness level, cost and more can influence<br />

your mattress purchase, the top two factors to consider when shopping for a<br />

new mattress are comfort and support. In other words, when you lie down in<br />

your preferred sleeping position (i.e., back, stomach or side), you should feel<br />

comfortable. Not only that, your head, neck and spine should be supported and<br />

in proper alignment. Here’s a breakdown of some different mattress categories<br />

relative to the kind of comfort and support they can provide.<br />

TO SPRING OR NOT TO SPRING<br />

Roberts explains that there are two “mega” categories of mattresses: those with<br />

springs and those without. Historically, mattresses have contained springs, but<br />

modern times call for modern mattresses. Springless mattresses are comprised<br />

of foam or air; examples include latex and memory foam.<br />

• Latex mattresses have a bouncy feeling (without the feeling of sinking) and<br />

are known for their durability. Because they are harvested from rubber trees,<br />

eco-conscious consumers favor them, though this also means they can be<br />

more expensive.<br />

• Memory foam mattresses are, for many, the heroes of the mattress world,<br />

perhaps because they envelop sleepers like a hug, molding to the body and<br />

evenly distributing weight. They allow people to sink into them for maximum<br />

comfort and can even alleviate back or joint pain.<br />

• Hybrid mattresses are just that: a mix of support springs and then a foam core<br />

with varying levels of comfort at the top.<br />

• Spring mattresses are certainly not obsolete. In fact, they provide support<br />

and bounce in their own right, with the coils allowing for airflow and<br />

ventilation. And spring mattresses often provide a cooler sleeping surface<br />

than other mattresses (though many of today’s foam options also help<br />

regulate temperature and wick away moisture). ➻<br />

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BASE-ICS<br />

Your mattress is key to a transformative<br />

sleep experience. But it doesn’t<br />

act alone. It rests, of course, on a<br />

base. Here are three basic types:<br />

A box spring is a network of steel<br />

coils framed in wood. They are the<br />

base of choice for an innerspring mattress.<br />

On the plus side, they tend to<br />

be more lightweight than a platform,<br />

and thanks to the springs, they have a<br />

little bit of give. The springs, however,<br />

may weaken over time.<br />

Canopy: Vanguard<br />

A foundation uses wooden slats<br />

which are spaced two to three inches<br />

apart—the closer together, the more<br />

supportive. On the plus side, this<br />

base is compatible with multiple mattress<br />

types, it provides even support<br />

and is fairly durable. However, this<br />

base has no give and tends to be on<br />

the heavier side.<br />

Metal: Liberty Furniture<br />

An adjustable base allows the<br />

sleeper to move the mattress to<br />

support the curvature of the spine.<br />

Adjustable beds tend to cost more<br />

and are considerably heavier—up to<br />

three times the weight of a traditional<br />

mattress, box spring, and frame combination.<br />

Images courtesy of Bowles Mattress Co.<br />

Poster: Hickory White<br />

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Wingback: Hooker<br />

Sleigh: Kincaid<br />

Platform: Hickory White<br />

SETTING THE STAGE FOR SLEEP<br />

Along with the right mattress, you need an appropriate bed frame.<br />

Platform beds are best for memory foam, latex, or hybrid mattresses.<br />

A conventional frame is better suited to the thickness of a mattress<br />

and box spring.<br />

PRACTICAL SHOPPING TIPS<br />

Rogers acknowledges that mattress<br />

shopping can seem daunting because<br />

there are a lot of choices. “I liken it<br />

to shopping for a car,” she explains.<br />

“The options seem infinite, so how do<br />

you start? You say, ‘I like a small car, a<br />

red car, etc.’ Start thinking about the<br />

features that are important to you and<br />

align with one that has your preferred<br />

level of comfort and support.”<br />

One of the best ways to start is with<br />

a self-inventory of what you like and<br />

don’t like. To help narrow down your<br />

choices, The Better Sleep Council’s<br />

website offers a “Better Bed Quizzz”<br />

to help consumers evaluate their mattress<br />

needs.<br />

Consider factors such as whether<br />

you sleep with a partner or alone. “If<br />

the latter, go on your own mattress<br />

journey,” says Rogers. “If you sleep with<br />

a partner, you need to find something<br />

that will work for both of you. If it’s<br />

you, a partner and a pet, take that into<br />

consideration.” Ultimately, choose a<br />

mattress that gives everyone plenty of<br />

room, including if you co-sleep with<br />

your children.<br />

Other factors? Think about what<br />

features are important to you. “Smart”<br />

mattresses offer everything from a<br />

massage option to sound features<br />

to sleep monitoring to adjustable<br />

foundations. The latter allows you<br />

to raise the head and the foot, and<br />

it helps with snoring and even with<br />

injuries.<br />

Rogers encourages going to<br />

multiple stores and testing out what<br />

different mattresses feel like. It’s a<br />

tactile product, after all. “There is<br />

a lot of science and technology out<br />

there that goes into today’s sleep<br />

surface and if you haven’t shopped<br />

for a while, it may be unfamiliar,” she<br />

acknowledges.” So put on comfy pants<br />

and head out to try some out.” ➻<br />

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It’s also important to bring your own pillow or ask for a pillow so you can get an accurate feel of the<br />

mattress as it relates to your head position.<br />

Finally, in terms of cost, keep in mind that you may want to stretch your budget, if you can, because a good<br />

mattress is a good investment—not just in your physical health but in terms of your mental and emotional<br />

health as well. If you’re not sleeping well, you’re not going to feel well.<br />

“I like to say, ‘By investing in your mattress, you’re investing directly in yourself,’” concludes Rogers.<br />

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RESOURCES<br />

Best Furniture Gallery for Bowles Mattress Co., Hooker Furniture; Bova Furniture for Mobican Furniture; Cedar Hill Furniture<br />

for Liberty Furniture; Hoffman and Albers Interiors for Hickory White, Hooker Furniture, Vanguard; ID Cincinnati Furniture &<br />

Interior Design for Hooker Furniture, Hickory White, Precedent, Vanguard; Studio J for Kincaid, Hickory White, Precedent, Vanguard<br />

WHAT SIZE TO SLEEP ON…<br />

Your mattress needs to be a good match for your sleeping habits, but it also needs to be the right length for your<br />

body and the right size for your room. Widths vary from just over 3 feet to 6 feet. Lengths vary from just over 6<br />

feet to seven feet. And remember, getting some of these up staircases can be tricky.<br />

Fun fact: The California king got its name from where it was invented—Los Angeles, California.<br />

The creator of the mattress thought most Californians had houses big enough for a bed six feet wide and seven feet long.<br />

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A warm winter pairing<br />

Photos & recipes provided by Family Features<br />

Cool winter days and their cold, crisp air call for a quick warmup in the<br />

form of a classic combo: soup and sandwich. This gourmet grilled cheese<br />

with pickled beets provides the comfort you crave with caramelized onions,<br />

gooey melted cheese and toasted sourdough. Pair that with three-bean<br />

tortellini minestrone slowly simmered to savory perfection.<br />

To find more comforting meal ideas made for combatting the cold, visit AuntNellies.com and READSalads.com.<br />

3-Bean Tortellini Minestrone<br />

Ingredients<br />

1 can (15 oz) READ 3-Bean Salad<br />

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil<br />

1/2 medium yellow onion, diced<br />

3 peeled garlic cloves, minced<br />

2 pinches salt<br />

plus additional to taste, divided<br />

1 tsp Italian seasoning<br />

1/4 tsp black pepper<br />

plus additional to taste, divided<br />

3 small carrots, trimmed, peeled and diced<br />

2 celery stalks, trimmed and diced<br />

1 medium zucchini, diced<br />

1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained<br />

1 Parmesan rind (optional)<br />

6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth<br />

9-10 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini<br />

2 cups baby spinach<br />

Jarred pesto, for serving (optional)<br />

For directions: go to housetrends.com<br />

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Gourmet Grilled Cheese<br />

WITH PICKLED BEETS<br />

Caramelized Onions:<br />

3 tbsp butter • 3 tbsp olive oil • 3 large yellow onions, halved, sliced 1/4-inch thick • 1-2 tbsp water (optional)<br />

1 tbsp brown sugar • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar • 1/8 tsp salt • 1/8 tsp pepper • 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes<br />

Sandwiches:<br />

8 large sourdough slices, 1/2-inch thick • 1/3 cup mayonnaise • 4 oz fresh goat cheese, at room temperature<br />

8 oz shredded gruyere cheese, at room temperature • 1 jar Aunt Nellie’s Sliced Pickled Beets (about 32 beets)<br />

2 cups baby arugula • 2 tbsp butter, divided • 2 tbsp olive oil, divided<br />

For directions: go to housetrends.com and search: Gourmet Grilled Cheese<br />

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HIDING UNDER<br />

THE STAIRS<br />

Clever ideas for creating more<br />

usable space in your home<br />

There are secrets lurking behind our walls and under our stairs.<br />

Sometimes you’ll also find them hiding inside your furniture,<br />

in the basement or even the garage. These secrets conceal<br />

extra space that, if uncovered, could be used for<br />

storage, studies, playtime, and more. Here are<br />

some of our favorites that homeowners have<br />

revealed. ➻<br />

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Reading nook in home designed by Springhouse Architects. Photo by Kelly Ann Photography


SPACE UNDER THE STAIRS<br />

Untapped space lies beneath most any set of stairs. Built<br />

in shelving, wine storage, a cozy reading nook, or a pintsized<br />

playroom are just of few of the possibilities.<br />

Wine center by Luxe Design Remodel.<br />

Photo by Lisa VonLuehrte<br />

INSIDE THE WALLS<br />

Tap into empty space behind walls.<br />

Carve a nook from the attic for a<br />

guest room. Or build recessed drawers<br />

into a knee wall to add valuable<br />

storage areas without sacrificing floor<br />

space.<br />

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WORKING REMOTELY<br />

While garage space isn’t hidden, it is<br />

often ignored. Consider sectioning<br />

off an area with drywall. Add portable<br />

heat and AC and you have office<br />

space, 2020-style. Use your remote to<br />

open the doors when weather invites<br />

you to work alfresco.<br />

Garage hobby space from<br />

Closets by Design<br />

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ASSIGN DOUBLE DUTY<br />

If your home office needs to double<br />

as a guest room on occasion, consider<br />

installing a wall bed. Lift it up and<br />

out of the way behind clever concealing<br />

cabinetry, and no one will be the<br />

wiser.<br />

Wall bed from Closets by Design<br />

DECK THE WALLS<br />

Floating shelves are a great way to<br />

add vertical space without sacrificing<br />

floor space. It’s a win-win when you<br />

use these to artfully display functional<br />

items. And a television mounted<br />

on a wall makes room on the credenza<br />

for game time snacks. ➻<br />

Interior design by Choice Consultant;<br />

TV and sound system: Hanson Audio<br />

Video. Photo by Kelly Ann Photography<br />

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SEATING WITH STORAGE<br />

Built-in benches and banquettes,<br />

window seats, and ottomans, all offer<br />

the possibility of hiding tablecloths,<br />

blankets, and games. Put a load in,<br />

then take a load off.<br />

Window seat in kitchen remodel by<br />

Greater <strong>Dayton</strong> Building & Remodeling;<br />

Interior designer: Alison Davis Interiors.<br />

Photo by Caroline Morgan<br />

UNDER THE BED<br />

Queen or king-size beds conceal 33 or<br />

42 square feet of floor space respectively.<br />

Clear, low-profile storage containers<br />

are an easy solution. But a bed<br />

with a base of built-in drawers—even<br />

better.<br />

VANITY IS FAIR<br />

If a pedestal sink is your style, never<br />

mind. But if you opt to show your<br />

vanity, consider selecting a model<br />

with drawers. Try to find one with a<br />

functional top drawer—thanks to a<br />

cutout for plumbing.<br />

Custom bathroom vanity by R.L. Bull<br />

Cabinetry. Photo by Brenna Smith<br />

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BRIGHT IDEA<br />

Getting back to lighting basics, one bulb at a time.<br />

BY SYDNE SANTO<br />

When lightbulbs were first invented, they were purely functional. They allowed<br />

humanity to exist past sundown, opening entire worlds of possibility outside of only<br />

candlelight.<br />

Today, lightbulbs are still functional. They still allow us to lead lives at all hours of the<br />

day, but now, these lights are also used as pieces of decoration; they can add beauty,<br />

intrigue, and personality to any room. But before we can get to lighting design, we<br />

must first cover the lighting basics, starting with the bulbs. ➻<br />

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WHAT TYPE OF BULB SHOULD I GET?<br />

Picture a basic lightbulb. You know, the small one with the wires you<br />

can see that you’re used to sticking in your table lamps. That’s an incandescent<br />

lightbulb. Tried and true, it’s the base model of lightbulbs and<br />

provides the gold standard of light.<br />

The American Lighting Association (ALA) names three additional types of<br />

lightbulbs to choose from:<br />

Halogen incandescent<br />

CFL (Compact fluorescent)<br />

• Halogen incandescent – This bulb is very similar to the traditional<br />

incandescent bulb, as it’s part of the same incandescent family, but is<br />

more efficient than its traditional counterpart, using up to 30 percent<br />

less energy.<br />

• CFL (Compact Fluorescent) - The CFL bulb is more efficient still than<br />

the halogen incandescent, using up to 75 percent less energy than the<br />

traditional incandescent lightbulb, but its use is expected to decline due<br />

to the growing popularity of LEDs.<br />

• LED - Today, the LED bulb is the most efficient, longest lasting, and<br />

often the most suitable type of bulb for home lighting. The new models<br />

look very similar to traditional bulbs. These bulbs tend to have a slightly<br />

higher upfront cost, given their energy efficiency, but that cost is mitigated<br />

by their very long life.<br />

Now that we can identify the different bulbs, we can continue with<br />

other criteria to use in selecting the right bulb for you.<br />

WHAT SHOULD I LOOK FOR IN A LIGHTBULB?<br />

When you look at a box of lightbulbs, you will see a series of numbers<br />

along the bottom. Believe it or not, all these numbers actually mean<br />

something, and understanding them will greatly help you choose the right<br />

bulb!<br />

The next time you pick up a pack of lightbulbs, check the box for the<br />

following:<br />

• Lumens: How bright is the bulb?<br />

• Color: Is the light from the bulb a warm 2700K or a cool 4000K?<br />

• CRI: Does the bulb render colors beautifully? 80+ is good, 90+ is great!<br />

• Dimmable: Can I use the bulb with a dimmer switch?<br />

LED<br />

WHAT’S A LUMEN?<br />

Traditionally, lightbulbs were measured using wattage, which measures<br />

the amount of energy a lightbulb uses. But this is not an entirely accurate<br />

unit of measurement now, especially since bulbs take up less energy than<br />

ever before. For example, an 80W lightbulb does not inherently mean<br />

double the amount of light as a 40W lightbulb.<br />

Instead, we should use lumen, which measures a bulb’s brightness. For<br />

space lighting, anywhere from 450 to 1,600 lumens could do the trick, but<br />

for cozy, reading lighting, you would probably look for less brightness, and<br />

therefore, less lumens. It all depends on your space. ➻<br />

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WHAT COLOR BULB IS BEST?<br />

Light coloring is different than light brightness, as it measures the overall light appearance. Some lights<br />

give off a warm light, while others have a cool, blue-white hue to them. Light coloring is measured in<br />

Kelvins, and a bulb with a lower Kelvin, typically ranging from 2,000 to 3,000K will be warm, while the<br />

bulbs with higher Kelvin, ranging from 4,000 to 5,000K, will be cool.<br />

The best trick of all? See the bulb on and in-person before buying. That will give you the best idea of<br />

what this bulb will look like in your space.<br />

Chart courtesy of Philips<br />

CRI: WHAT DOES THAT MEAN?<br />

CRI, or the Color Rendering Index, describes how many colors a light lets you see. This index is measured<br />

on a scale of 0-100, with 0 meaning all colors look the same, and 100 meaning you can see the true colors<br />

of an object.<br />

The general rule of thumb is, the higher the CRI, the better the color rendering capacity of a bulb. Of<br />

course, we want every bulb to score a 100, but try to aim for at least 80.<br />

CRI 70<br />

CRI 95<br />

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Tucked inside these black mesh cage Kipton pendants from<br />

Z-Lite are clear glass shades with a rounded edge that peeks out.<br />

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WHAT TYPE OF LIGHTING<br />

SHOULD I LOOK FOR?<br />

According to the ALA, the most<br />

aesthetically pleasing and effective<br />

way to light a room is to light with<br />

three layers: overall, task and accent.<br />

Overall lighting is the main light<br />

source in a room. This is typically<br />

the biggest, brightest light and tends<br />

to be higher up in order to give off<br />

the most light. This could include<br />

a ceiling light, recessed lighting, or<br />

multiple pendants.<br />

Task lighting is the light needed for<br />

specific tasks, like reading, cooking,<br />

or applying make-up. Task lighting<br />

tends to be more versatile in size, as it<br />

only needs to be lighting for specific<br />

tasks.<br />

Accent lighting includes every<br />

other type of lighting, like in-cabinet<br />

lighting, cove lighting, or small,<br />

portable lamps.<br />

The best part about layered lighting<br />

is that it could include any type of<br />

lighting, depending on the space. The<br />

most important thing is to layer the<br />

lighting so that appropriate illumination<br />

is available for the activity taking<br />

place and can protect your eyes over<br />

time.<br />

Top With a brushed nickel frame and<br />

seeded glass shades, these pendants<br />

from Z-Lite were inspired by the<br />

Metropolitan lifestyle.<br />

Bottom Kichler’s Kimrose 10-light linear<br />

chandelier adds an Art Deco touch<br />

to this dining room.<br />

Opposite page A Fira 1-light pendant<br />

flanked by Karthe 3-light wall sconces,<br />

all from Kichler, contribute layers of<br />

light to this kitchen.<br />

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LED lighting glows on the inner surface of each rectangle in the Jestin 38-inch Linear Pendant from Kichler.<br />

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LIGHTING FOR AGING EYES<br />

Lighting becomes more and more<br />

important as people age. The ALA<br />

says that with each passing year,<br />

people require more light to see<br />

properly.<br />

Terry McGowan, director of engineering<br />

for the ALA, says, “older eyes<br />

experience two important changes.”<br />

The amount of light required to<br />

sustain visual performance increases<br />

with age. Research shows that a<br />

60-year-old needs twice as much light<br />

as a 30-year-old.<br />

Over time, human eyes also become<br />

more sensitive to glare. This can<br />

seem a bit backwards, as adding more<br />

light can often result in increased<br />

glare on objects. That is what makes<br />

the quality of light that much more<br />

important as you grow older.<br />

Just a few simple lighting adjustments<br />

can make a huge difference<br />

when lighting your home with age<br />

considerations in mind:<br />

• Turn on a table lamp or two while<br />

watching TV to reduce the contrast<br />

between your dark room and the<br />

bright screen.<br />

• Have a task light that can be aimed,<br />

giving you direct light on the task<br />

at hand.<br />

• Use a floor lamp for versatile room<br />

lighting. Aim to find a lamp that has<br />

a light at the top, for full room lighting,<br />

plus a separate light attached to<br />

the side than be used as additional<br />

task lighting.<br />

Lighting is exciting! It can exist<br />

in so many ways, from floor lamps,<br />

to table lights, to even jaw-dropping<br />

chandeliers. Now that you understand<br />

the bulb basics, you can continue<br />

crafting your perfect space, with<br />

the right bulbs lighting your path<br />

forward.


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