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AUGUST <strong>2024</strong><br />

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CONTENTS<br />

FEATURES<br />

RENOVATION<br />

A MAGICAL PLACE<br />

Log cabin makeover taps into<br />

influence of previous owners<br />

18<br />

DESIGN<br />

RENEWED WITH RESPECT<br />

Home steeped in history gets an<br />

age-appropriate makeover<br />

30<br />

NEW HOME<br />

WESTERN INSPIRATION<br />

Custom-built home artfully blends<br />

rustic elements<br />

42<br />

30<br />

18<br />

42<br />

TOUR<br />

HOMEARAMA ® <strong>2024</strong> PREVIEW<br />

The Reserves at Stone Pillars Farm in<br />

Goshen Township<br />

53<br />

TECHNOLOGY<br />

WHAT HAPPENED IN VEGAS<br />

Stars of the Kitchen & Bath Industry<br />

Show worth remembering<br />

57<br />

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AUGUST <strong>2024</strong><br />

CINCINNATI<br />

CONTENTS<br />

DEPARTMENTS<br />

INSPIRED<br />

IDEAS<br />

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14<br />

JAMAICAN JERK<br />

SHRIMP KEBABS<br />

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62<br />

AD INDEX<br />

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65<br />

ON THE COVER<br />

62<br />

Timber walls add considerable<br />

character to this log cabin’s library<br />

and beautifully frame the farmland<br />

outside the window. See more of<br />

the home beginning on page 18.<br />

Photo by Greg Grupenhof.<br />

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WELCOME<br />

AUGUST <strong>2024</strong><br />

CINCINNATI<br />

Karen Bradner<br />

EDITOR<br />

I don’t aim for perfection.<br />

But I do want to try and come<br />

up with something interesting.<br />

—Kate Bush, musician<br />

Publishers<br />

Linda Bacher and Florence Murphy<br />

Marketing Specialist Evelyn Yaus<br />

Editor Karen Bradner<br />

Creative Director Gina Miller<br />

Quality Control Specialist<br />

Heather Fox<br />

Contributing Writer<br />

Sydne Santo<br />

Contributing Photographers<br />

Dale Clark, Aaron Farrier,<br />

Greg Grupenhof<br />

Recently, I bought a new car—my first in over 15 years. Before the ink was dry<br />

on the purchase agreement, I began questioning my decision. Should I have<br />

gone smaller? Should I have bought a used car? Why didn’t I pick a better color?<br />

When I called my older sister for some comforting words, she came through.<br />

“Karen, you always think there is a perfect decision out there,” she said. “And<br />

there isn’t.”<br />

Immediately, I knew she hit the nail on the head. Yes, the options were overwhelming,<br />

but I did lots of research and made a sound choice. Although there<br />

are still days when a convertible pulls up at a light next to me, and I think….<br />

So, when a friend of mine started remodeling her kitchen and asked me for<br />

help, I shared my sister’s advice: There is no one right answer. Look at pictures.<br />

Pick a style. And try to not get overwhelmed with choices. Find something<br />

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sister—happy.<br />

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Communicate your needs and wishes and let them take a bit of the decisionmaking<br />

burden off your shoulders.<br />

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THE DOS AND DON’TS OF DIGITAL HOUSE HUNTING<br />

Welcome to the era where your dream home is just a click away! Gone are the days of physically touring dozens of homes and signing paperwork<br />

in-person. The digital revolution has ushered in a new age of house hunting, making it more accessible, efficient, and aligned with our increasingly<br />

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your home-buying experience.<br />

DO:<br />

1. Leverage Virtual Reality and 3D Tours. Virtual<br />

reality has emerged as a game-changer in house<br />

hunting, offering immersive experiences that go<br />

beyond traditional virtual tours. By donning a VR<br />

headset, prospective buyers can virtually step inside<br />

homes from anywhere in the world, experiencing<br />

the space in a way that photos and videos simply<br />

cannot match. Similarly, 3D tours have taken property<br />

presentations to new heights, providing detailed<br />

renderings that allow buyers to visualize the layout,<br />

design, and potential of a space.<br />

2. Utilize Reliable Websites. It can be tempting<br />

to rely solely on popular home search sites, but not<br />

all sources of data are created equal! Many national<br />

websites use a “one size fits all” approach and may<br />

contain inaccurate information regarding local school<br />

districts, taxes, neighborhood features, and valuation<br />

estimates. They also don’t always have the most current<br />

status information and don’t give you visibility to<br />

“coming soon” properties. Connecting with a local real<br />

estate agent who can get you set up on a search portal<br />

within your local MLS will ensure that you have access<br />

to the highest-quality information, helping you to<br />

make informed decisions.<br />

3. Engage a Real Estate Agent to Conduct Video<br />

Showings. While there’s no true replacement for<br />

an in-person showing, a video showing via FaceTime<br />

or Zoom can be the next best thing. Unlike prerecorded<br />

tours, live tours offer you a real-time look at<br />

the property. This means you can spot any potential<br />

issues, such as cracks, leaks, or even assess the noise<br />

level from traffic. It’s your chance to ask questions of<br />

your agent on the spot and get a genuine feel for the<br />

property and the neighborhood.<br />

DON’T:<br />

1. Skimp on Researching Accessibility. Never<br />

underestimate the importance of location. A property’s<br />

proximity to your workplace, public transportation,<br />

hospitals, schools, and shopping areas is crucial. It can<br />

significantly impact your daily life and convenience,<br />

not to mention the resale potential of a home.<br />

When browsing properties online, avoid looking at<br />

a property in a vacuum without concern for where<br />

the home is located. Make sure to check maps and<br />

local community resources to understand the area’s<br />

accessibility.<br />

2. Give Too Much Consideration to Online<br />

Mortgage Calculators. Many digital platforms offer<br />

mortgage calculators that can help you estimate your<br />

monthly payments based on the purchase price,<br />

down payment, interest rate, and other factors. Some<br />

sites also offer pre-approval services and financial<br />

advice, helping you understand your budget and<br />

financing options before starting your home search.<br />

While these tools can be helpful in providing rough<br />

estimates, they might miss some critical pieces of<br />

information like taxes, HOA fees, and utility costs. Any<br />

information you plug into these systems may also be<br />

sold and result in you receiving a lot of unwanted calls<br />

and emails from financial institutions trying to earn<br />

your business. Having a reputable mortgage lender<br />

run payment scenarios for you before considering<br />

a property is your best bet to avoid surprises after<br />

closing and protect your privacy.<br />

3. Rely Solely on Photos. While stunning photos<br />

can draw you to a listing, they don’t always tell the<br />

full story. Photos can be edited or strategically taken<br />

to highlight the best features while hiding flaws.<br />

They also don’t allow you to hear (or smell!) potential<br />

drawbacks to the property. Make sure to complement<br />

your visual inspection with live virtual tours or, if<br />

possible, in-person visits to get a comprehensive<br />

understanding of the property.<br />

ABOUT THE AUTHOR<br />

Ellie Kowalchik, a real estate agent with Keller Williams Pinnacle Group, leads <strong>Cincinnati</strong>’s top-ranked<br />

Move2Team. A multi-million dollar producer and company sales leader, she holds the advanced<br />

designations of Seller Representative Specialist, Certified Residential Specialist, as well as e-Pro with a focus on technology.<br />

She has also been named one of America’s Best Real Estate Agents by RealTrends for the past 6 years.<br />

Have real estate questions you’d like to see answered in a future edition of Ask the Expert?<br />

Give Ellie a call at (513) 697-SELL or email her at Ellie@Move2Team.com.<br />

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a magical<br />

PLACE<br />

Log cabin makeover taps into influence of previous owners<br />

BY KAREN BRADNER | PHOTOS BY GREG GRUPENHOF<br />

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Looks can be deceiving...<br />

After an initial approach via a<br />

nearly half-mile-long drive with<br />

equestrian arenas to the left and<br />

to the right, you arrive at what<br />

you might guess to be a centuryold,<br />

hand-hewn log cabin. The<br />

scene is bucolic. The home sits<br />

amidst acres of open land with a<br />

bountiful supply of mature trees,<br />

a rippling pond, and horse stables<br />

and their residents trotting in<br />

nearby fields.<br />

While the trees, horses and<br />

ponds are what they appear, the<br />

main cabin is a bit of an illusion.<br />

Seasoned architects have estimated<br />

the home to be over 100 years<br />

old, but in fact it was built in 1981.<br />

The original owner, Ken<br />

Klosterman, of the <strong>Cincinnati</strong>based<br />

Klosterman Baking<br />

Company, and his wife Judith purchased<br />

this 228-acre property in<br />

Goshen Township to accommodate<br />

Judith’s passion for horses.<br />

The log cabin they built here—<br />

with a design and materials from<br />

a firm in northern Quebec—<br />

included a lower level perfect for<br />

Kenneth’s favorite hobby—performing<br />

magic. Dubbed “Salon<br />

de Magie,” this space became<br />

home to the homeowner’s extensive<br />

magic collection, a widely<br />

respected historic compilation<br />

of over 50,000 books, posters,<br />

tricks and memorabilia. ➻<br />

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Nearby neighbors<br />

Kevin Malof and his wife Jodi lived across<br />

the street from the Klostermans for 20<br />

years.<br />

Once the land was passed on to the<br />

Klostermans’ children, there was interest<br />

from a production builder to place 600<br />

homes on the property. That’s when Kevin<br />

approached the family about buying the<br />

property with a plan to maintain as much<br />

rural land as possible.<br />

He contacted an acquaintance he met<br />

through his son’s school, Dan deStefano<br />

with deStefano Homes and Remodeling.<br />

The two men produced a scenario which<br />

parceled out just under 40 acres for luxury<br />

home development which they dubbed<br />

The Reserves at Stone Pillars Farm, the<br />

site of this year’s Homearama. Next, they<br />

allotted 11 parcels ranging in size from 11<br />

to 30 acres each. The “smaller” of these<br />

are for single residences, the largest is<br />

home to the equestrian facility, White Tail<br />

Eventing. The land includes four miles of<br />

riding and walking trails.<br />

The Malofs would hold on to 60 acres<br />

keeping the setting of the log cabin home<br />

idyllic.<br />

A bit of hesitation<br />

Meanwhile, Jodi was not enthusiastic about<br />

living through a remodel of the log cabin.<br />

“I didn’t want to live in a house with a lot<br />

of small rooms,” she says. “Plus, for 30<br />

years—our whole marriage—we’ve been<br />

renovating.” Between businesses the couple<br />

owns in Loveland—including Curated<br />

Fine Furnishings and Design and Bishop’s<br />

Quarter—and previous homes, she says it’s<br />

been a constant stream of remodeling work.<br />

When Kevin said, “We are going to hire<br />

someone to do it right,” Jodi’s attitude<br />

shifted. That “someone” was the team at<br />

deStefano Homes and Remodeling, led<br />

by Dan and Rocky deStefano. The couple<br />

closed on the property in October of 2022<br />

and construction began the following<br />

February. ➻<br />

The hearth room’s fireplace is original,<br />

but a new floating mantel was added.<br />

An interior wall of hand-hewn timbers<br />

adds a rustic touch to the library.<br />

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BEFORE<br />

This exterior view of the roofline shows<br />

the middle dormer, which was removed to<br />

make room for the improved primary bath.<br />

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BEFORE<br />

Thanks to a reworking of a dormer and roofline, the slanted<br />

wall was removed from the primary bath to make room for<br />

this spa-like replacement.<br />

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First things first<br />

“At our first meeting, Kevin asked me<br />

if we could get the home to a point<br />

where Jodi liked it and it was functional,”<br />

Rocky says.<br />

One of the major roadblocks was<br />

the primary bathroom. The ceiling<br />

was angled so steeply that movement<br />

in the space was terribly limited.<br />

“There wasn’t even enough room to<br />

hang a mirror over the vanity,” Jodi<br />

says.<br />

It was important to Jodi, who suffers<br />

with back issues, to have space<br />

for a soaking tub. Not having that,<br />

she says, was a “dealbreaker.” To make<br />

the space work, the construction crew<br />

“completely blew out the dormer and<br />

roof” over the bath area, to now have<br />

the vertical space to include a wet<br />

room with a spacious shower and the<br />

requisite tub.<br />

“That’s now one of my favorite<br />

rooms,” Jodi says.<br />

Respectfully updated<br />

As it was with the primary bath, the<br />

major goal for the entire home, Rocky<br />

says, was to keep the integrity of the<br />

original structure, but bring it up to<br />

spec. “We were shooting for a happy<br />

medium between adding modern<br />

amenities and keeping with the style<br />

of the cabin.”<br />

The log cabin’s construction method<br />

presented challenges to the renovation<br />

team. “The exoskeleton of<br />

these homes is independent of the<br />

interior walls,” Rocky says. “Inside,<br />

a system of beams holds the whole<br />

place up.”<br />

Thankfully, a few obstructing interior<br />

walls were able to be removed.<br />

This made a significant difference to<br />

how the floor plan flowed and functioned.<br />

➻<br />

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Something old, something new<br />

To hold on to the charm, many of the log cabin’s original elements remained in<br />

place. Existing hardwood floors, true-divided light windows and interior and<br />

exterior doors were refinished.<br />

As for the mechanics, all the plumbing was updated, lighting fixtures were<br />

replaced, a new roof was added and the exterior was re-stained. Plus, the<br />

kitchen and baths were remodeled from the floor up.<br />

The original kitchen had one island, but a wall and an enclosed butler’s pantry<br />

were removed for a more open flow between the kitchen and dining and<br />

living areas. A second island was added which provides additional seating and<br />

when needed, acts as a serving area for the dining room.<br />

A pantry and wall were removed to make room for a second island.<br />

The front dual staircase was kept, but a<br />

new iron stair rail gives it some panache.<br />

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1<br />

2<br />

3<br />

1 The couple took full advantage of<br />

the stage and lighting left behind by the<br />

previous owner. 2 A hidden doorway<br />

is concealed in the poker room’s bookcase.<br />

3 This bar occupies a space formerly<br />

held by the magic museum.<br />

Easy does it<br />

The lower level, which had housed much of Klosterman’s collection was converted to what Jodi and<br />

Kevin refer to as their “speakeasy.” Illusions begin as guests access the space, via an elevator, which<br />

(they are told) will make the 83-foot descent into the space previously held by an old mineshaft.<br />

In what had been Klosterman’s museum, there is now a well-equipped bar, poker room, billiards<br />

room and hidden doors and revolving bookcases mixed in for added fun. Across the room, the magician’s<br />

original stage and lighting were left in place and are a huge hit during the couple’s recently<br />

added karaoke nights.<br />

“The fact that it’s a stage with lights makes all the difference,” Kevin says. “People want to be on<br />

stage.” The couple has collected old keyboards and guitars so that performers can really rock out.<br />

“You get to see a whole new side of your friends,” Jodi says. ➻<br />

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More horsing around<br />

This newly improved home has revealed<br />

a whole new side of Jodi as well. Possibly,<br />

in channeling the spirit of the previous<br />

lady of the house, she has taken up, and<br />

taken to, horseback riding on Annie, her<br />

12-year-old Tennessee Walker.<br />

“I have never been around horses in my<br />

life,” she says. “At first I was nervous. But<br />

now I groom her, tack her and do everything<br />

myself.”<br />

Kevin, who has been around horses his<br />

whole life, saddles up Levi, his 5-yearold<br />

Rocky Mountain Horse. The couple’s<br />

sons, Max and Alex, who are in their 20s,<br />

don’t ride, but given the setting of their<br />

parents’ compound, that could change in<br />

the future.<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Happy trails<br />

Completing construction in November<br />

of 2023, the Malofs are thrilled with how<br />

their new home maintains the character<br />

that its original owners created, yet<br />

provides them with the modern conveniences<br />

they require. That was the mission<br />

with which the deStefano team was<br />

tasked.<br />

“We gave them our vision and they<br />

met every challenge, “Jodi says. “They<br />

were amazing. When we first considered<br />

buying this property, I was definitely<br />

hesitant, but now, I love it here!”<br />

RESOURCES<br />

Architect Darren Myers, Bowerman<br />

Myers Architects, Ltd. Interior design,<br />

furniture, accessories Curated Fine<br />

Furnishings and Design Kitchen and<br />

bath cabinetry Blue Bird Cabinetry<br />

Pool Klimat Masters Lighting Curated<br />

Fine Furnishings and Design and deStefano<br />

Homes and Remodeling Appliances<br />

Thermador, Ferguson<br />

1 The pool house was<br />

recently updated and<br />

welcomes guests for the<br />

first time this summer.<br />

2 Previously coated with<br />

rubbery black paint, the<br />

pool was sandblasted and<br />

resurfaced with gunite.<br />

LEFT Kevin and Jodi join<br />

Levi, a 5-year-old Rocky<br />

Mountain Horse, in front<br />

of their home.<br />

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RENEWED WITH<br />

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Home steeped in history gets age-appropriate makeover<br />

BY KAREN BRADNER | PHOTOS BY DALE CLARK/ARC PICTURES<br />

Anyone who purchases a home built in the 1880s must have a good dose of<br />

respect for the story that has been unfolding within its walls for nearly 150<br />

years. Fortunately, the Columbus neighborhood of German Village happens<br />

to have a slew of homeowners who have the honor of carrying on this community’s<br />

rich traditions.<br />

One such homeowner, Meghan Carey, is a devotee of the area. These<br />

brick-paved streets have been her home for several years, as she moved<br />

from one address to another within the community. This is where she met<br />

her husband Michael (at Lindy’s) and where she is raising her two young sons.<br />

“I love the walkability, character, charm, and especially the people,” Carey<br />

says. “There’s a wonderful variety here, we’re not all in the same box.” ➻<br />

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The home’s red brick, wrought iron<br />

fencing and paver brick sidewalk are<br />

quintessentially German Village.<br />

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Interior re-design<br />

The uniformity of the village’s red-brick exteriors, wrought iron fencing and tree-lined streets<br />

are an undoubtable draw for Carey and others who live here or visit the area. But as an interior<br />

designer and owner of City Park Interiors, it’s inside one of these homes, where she had fun putting<br />

her own stamp.<br />

“I wanted the home to be happy, open and fresh, but honor the traditional,” she says.<br />

Previous owners had converted what had been a connected, side-by-side two-family home to a<br />

single residence. But a staircase running right through the center of the home, dissecting living<br />

spaces, remained. It was the suggestion of architect Andy Melaragno, to move the staircase. That<br />

was a game changer.<br />

“Moving that staircase was really huge,” says Carey. “Before the front two rooms were unusable.<br />

It was like walking through a tunnel to get through to the back of the home.”<br />

During the extensive remodel, the interior of the home was almost completely gutted. New<br />

windows and new flooring were installed. The load-bearing brick wall, which originally separated<br />

the two units, still stands but is now painted a soft gray.<br />

Replacing the original center staircase, with this grand version, added both beauty and<br />

function to the home. To the right is a painting by artist Paul-Henri Bourguignon.<br />

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Staircase location before


A burled wood island adds a traditional touch to the kitchen with its white perimeter cabinetry and marble countertops.<br />

While renovation efforts were underway, the couple rented a house right around<br />

the corner. “The house sat vacant for six to nine months while we were working on<br />

plans,” Carey says.<br />

Working with Andy Melaragno along with Todd Schmidt and the team at<br />

Renovations Unlimited, the decision was made to add eight feet to the upper floor<br />

to allow for the reconfiguration of three smaller bedrooms. Now this floor features<br />

four bedrooms with a primary suite moving from the back of the home to the front.<br />

On the main floor, a larger addition addressed many of the homeowners’ concerns.<br />

“We wanted a nice big kitchen,” Carey says. We wanted a mudroom and a big<br />

walk-in closet. Storage was key. We really wanted to maximize that.” ➻<br />

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Good timing<br />

Construction concluded in December<br />

of 2019, shortly before the effects<br />

of Covid-19 would change how<br />

the remodeling industry—and the<br />

world—would function. Fortunately,<br />

Meghan, Michael, and their infant<br />

son, had a haven of just under 3000<br />

square feet where they could isolate<br />

and grow accustomed to their new<br />

family dynamics.<br />

While supply chain issues would<br />

delay getting many of the interior furnishings<br />

in place, the home now had a<br />

footprint that functioned beautifully<br />

for the young family.<br />

“We wanted it to feel warm and<br />

cozy when you walk in the front<br />

door,” Carey says. “The entry serves<br />

as an open walkway to the rest of the<br />

house.”<br />

A wall that previously held what<br />

Carey says were “useless built-ins”<br />

has been replaced with gray-painted<br />

woodworking that serves multiple<br />

functions including display shelving<br />

and drawers for much needed storage.<br />

“There are mittens and hockey<br />

gear in those drawers,” she says.<br />

In between is an upholstered banquette<br />

that serves as a handy spot<br />

for removing shoes, or on occasion<br />

listening to Michael as he tickles the<br />

ivories. Renovation plans reserved<br />

this specific spot for the baby grand<br />

piano Meghan gave him for a recent<br />

birthday.<br />

On the other side of the original<br />

brick wall is a formal living room.<br />

While many of her clients might want<br />

to see patterns and colors match a<br />

bit more than she does, Carey has no<br />

issue mixing geometric, floral, solid<br />

and textured fabrics. The overall take<br />

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2<br />

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BEFORE<br />

1 The built-ins in the entry showcase<br />

a painting by artist Alan Crockett at<br />

their center. 2 The formal living room<br />

shows the second front door, which<br />

was used when the home was divided<br />

as a two-family. 3 The homeowners<br />

wanted a traditional, formal dining<br />

room. The painting over the sideboard<br />

is by artist Marti Steffy.<br />

3<br />

of this room shows the designer’s<br />

penchant for “wanting the space to<br />

feel collected.” This is a space where<br />

she gravitates to on those rare occasions<br />

of alone time.<br />

Between the living room and the<br />

kitchen, stands a dining room. “I<br />

wanted an actual formal dining<br />

room,” Carey says. “Not a lot of people<br />

are doing dining rooms anymore,<br />

which I understand, but find a bit<br />

sad.” To make gatherings more inviting<br />

and encourage guests to linger,<br />

the designer selected a 72-inch round<br />

table and comfortable seating for six.<br />

On the opposite side of the wall,<br />

still in the footprint of the original<br />

existing space, is the striking new<br />

staircase, which makes the traffic<br />

pattern make so much more sense.<br />

And just down the hall is a half bath<br />

decked out in gold and blue geometric<br />

Schumacher wallpaper.<br />

“A powder room is always a good<br />

place to have fun with design choices,”<br />

says Carey.<br />

The back of the home, which<br />

includes a breakfast nook, kitchen,<br />

great room and living area, is a lightfilled<br />

space. In a similar fashion as in<br />

other rooms of the home, a dramatic<br />

light fixture hangs from the center of<br />

this room’s ceiling.<br />

“Ten-foot ceilings allow for larger<br />

fixtures,” Carey says. “I prefer to use<br />

statement lighting over can lighting<br />

anytime I can.” Also, as it is in other<br />

rooms of this home, formal drapery<br />

panels flank the large windows and<br />

French doors.<br />

“I love drapes, I think they soften<br />

the room,” Carey says. “And I like<br />

using pattern.” ➻<br />

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1 2<br />

3 4<br />

1 This great room, with its cathedral ceiling and French doors, was an addition to the original home. 2 The primary bedroom and<br />

bath were relocated to the front of the home during the renovation. 3 The powder room’s vanity was originally a dresser the<br />

homeowner repurposed. 4 The painting over the great room sofa is by artist Michael McEwan.<br />

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An existing garage was removed and replaced with this flagstone patio and grass courtyard<br />

and a new garage closer to the rear alley.<br />

Courtyard with previous garage<br />

Pops of color<br />

While most of the furniture, cabinetry, woodwork, and window treatments<br />

stick to a neutral palette of soft beiges, warm grays and caramels, carefully<br />

selected pieces of art add inviting bold splashes in each room.<br />

“Art is my way of bringing color into the house,” Carey says.<br />

Even in the back courtyard, the furnishings adorn elegant white slipcovers.<br />

But here the art comes in the form of ivy-covered fencing, rows of arbor vitae,<br />

and overflowing containers of annuals and succulents.<br />

This inviting space is a favorite warm weather hangout for the young men<br />

of the house. It was enlarged once an existing garage was torn down and a new<br />

one was built closer to the rear alley.<br />

And when the mood strikes for the family to step out, it’s an easy walk to dinner<br />

at one of the community’s many fine restaurants, or a stroll through nearby<br />

Schiller Park—creating family traditions in this community that happens to be<br />

steeped in tradition.<br />

RESOURCES<br />

Architect Andy Melaragno Interior<br />

design Meghan Carey, City Park<br />

Interiors, ASID Contractor<br />

Renovations Unlimited Lighting<br />

Island, Ralph Lauren; formal living<br />

room, Currey and Co; breakfast<br />

area, Kelly Wesler; all from Visual<br />

Comfort Window treatments<br />

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Art Access Gallery Art framing<br />

Longenbaker Custom Framing Tile<br />

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Appliances Thermador, Jack’s<br />

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WESTERN<br />

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Custom-built home artfully blends rustic elements<br />

BY SYDNE SANTO | PHOTOS BY AARON FARRIER<br />

They say inspiration can come from anywhere, and for this family of five living<br />

in Greater Dayton, the inspiration for their dream home came from the<br />

mountains of Colorado. After spending multiple vacations skiing the slopes of<br />

this state, the family fell in love with the mountain-style homes they saw there.<br />

Wanting to bring a piece of that rustic elegance back to Ohio, the homeowner<br />

began her own visionary journey, meticulously collecting photos<br />

and references as her North Star. To pull all these elements together, she<br />

partnered with Dan DeVol of Daniel DeVol Custom Builder and his team<br />

of expert craftsmen.<br />

“When it came time for my team to join, the homeowners already had<br />

a clear idea about what they were looking for,” DeVol explains. “We<br />

specialize in helping our clients select the right materials that bring their<br />

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2<br />

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3<br />

4<br />

1 A mix of woods, coppers and whites makes for a warm, inviting<br />

kitchen. 2 A climate-controlled wine cellar is conveniently located<br />

behind the bar area. 3 Wooden buttresses epitomize the western<br />

architecture goal the homeowner was after. 4 An abundance of windows<br />

helps flood the home with natural light.<br />

Carefully crafted<br />

The home’s exterior is framed by real<br />

stone, which is then carried inside<br />

throughout the kitchen and great room.<br />

DeVol sourced the stone from out of state<br />

to get the precise color needed for the<br />

project. Hand-scraped maple hardwood<br />

floors, and custom millwork throughout<br />

the home further embrace the natural<br />

design.<br />

The kitchen features an array of materials<br />

and textures, combining contrasting<br />

wood, stone, and metal into a harmonious<br />

fusion. The farmhouse sink, which<br />

looks as though it was dropped in directly<br />

from one of the homeowner’s inspiration<br />

pictures, is custom-made of copper.<br />

This metal acts as an accent theme in the<br />

kitchen, culminating in the hand-made<br />

hammered copper range hood.<br />

An entertainer’s haven<br />

At first glance, the bright kitchen, spacious<br />

great room, and sunny outdoor<br />

space might feel like the go-to place<br />

for entertaining, but the family’s secret<br />

showstopper is their wine cellar and basement<br />

bar.<br />

Thanks to the couple’s many trips<br />

to California, their wine collection has<br />

grown extensively over the years, resulting<br />

in a need for storage. “The interior<br />

of the wine cellar is lined with reclaimed<br />

barn wood for a rustic touch,” DeVol says.<br />

“We coupled that with a modern display<br />

structure that showcases each wine label<br />

so they can really absorb their collection.”<br />

A large glass window looks out over the<br />

rest of the bar which is made from white<br />

oak. The bar is finished with a custom<br />

countertop, and features ample storage<br />

for everything from spirits to specialty<br />

glasses. ➻<br />

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Fit for function<br />

A functional layout was key for this family, ensuring each room had a purpose<br />

and they had plenty of places to relax.<br />

The kitchen touts a hidden walk-in pantry with an oversized lazy Susan,<br />

while built-in storage keeps countertops free from mess and clutter. And, to<br />

stop any potential clutter before it enters the home, a mudroom lines the<br />

garage entryway with designated locker-style cubbies for each of their children.<br />

A combined laundry-office-craft room serves as a catch-all for the family’s<br />

day-to-day activities, while the upstairs level serves as a playground for their<br />

three children. The space was intentionally made versatile enough to grow as<br />

they did, supporting their changing hobbies and interests. The dance studio, a<br />

once-popular place for their children to practice their dance and cheer routines,<br />

has since been transformed into the preferred dressing room for school dances,<br />

while the craft room now often serves as a mess-free nail salon. ➻<br />

Comfy seating and a fireplace give the upper level outdoor space year-round appeal.<br />

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1 3<br />

2 4<br />

1 Hand-scraped maple floors add a rustic layer throughout<br />

the home. 2 A chunky floating mantel and stone<br />

surround provide a grand setting for the elegant piano.<br />

3 Flanked by stone columns, the copper on the range<br />

hood ties in to other copper elements in the kitchen. 4<br />

An oversized laundry room does triple duty—it’s also an<br />

office and craft room.<br />

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The back yard features a generously-sized pool, waterfall, hot tub, pizza oven and fire pit.<br />

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The stone portico to the right leads to a four-car garage.<br />

Soak up the sun<br />

Another favorite is their expansive back yard, complete with a two-story outdoor living space, a<br />

pool and hot tub, and backyard bar. The pool, with its stone wall and waterfall, is a popular spot<br />

for their kids and their friends. The stone wall is often used as a jumping point, while the hot tub<br />

makes the outdoor space enjoyable year-round.<br />

“If we’re not in the kitchen, we spend a lot of our time outside. No matter where we start in the<br />

house, we always seem to end up out there,” the homeowner laughs. “One of the reasons we bought<br />

our land was for the sunsets, so whether we’re lighting a bonfire or having a glass of wine, we’re<br />

probably ending our days outside.”<br />

The landscaping was carefully chosen by Doug Rhinehart and his team at Grandma’s Gardens<br />

to balance the need for easy maintenance with regional suitability. Again, referencing their rustic<br />

vision, aspens and similar plants surround their home, bringing a bit of Colorado into Ohio.<br />

An extended family<br />

“I worked with Dan and his team almost every day for two years, so it got to the point where they<br />

all felt like family,” says the homeowner.<br />

One key member of the “family” was Bruce Landes, who worked on the DeVol team as their cabinetmaker<br />

for close to 20 years. “Bruce was brilliant; I’d bring the wildest ideas to him, and he was<br />

able to run with them and bring back something better than I had ever imagined,” the homeowner<br />

reminisces. Bruce passed away in May of 2022, but his knowledge and keen eye are still celebrated<br />

in the family’s dream home.<br />

Today, the family makes great use of every room in the house, enjoying both solo time in their<br />

individual spaces and time together outside or in the great room.<br />

“Designing and building our dream home is one of the best experiences I’ve ever had,” the homeowner<br />

proudly shares. “I wanted to create something timeless for our family, and now we get to live<br />

in something we love for years to come.”<br />

RESOURCES<br />

Builder Daniel DeVol Custom Builder Architect Gay Mercer Designs Kitchen designer Farrington<br />

Woods Landscape designer Doug Rhinehart, Grandma’s Gardens Lighting Ferguson Painting<br />

Sherwin-Williams Furniture Linda Haines, Today’s Home Interiors Flooring Louisville Tile Windows<br />

Pella of Dayton Doors DeVol Millwork Fireplace Dayton Fireplace<br />

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Adding to the sights and sounds of<br />

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Sunday, <strong>August</strong> 25 • 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.<br />

Carriage Rides with the Clydesdales<br />

and Wildfire Equestrian<br />

Saturday, <strong>August</strong> 31 • 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.<br />

Picasso Pony Party with Greenleaf Acres<br />

Miniature Therapy Horses<br />

Monday, September 2 • 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.<br />

Hometown Heroes Day with SoulStang Mustangs<br />

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Mon.- Thurs., 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. • Fri.- Sun., 12 p.m. - 9 p.m.<br />

Labor Day 12 p.m. - 9 p.m.<br />

No tickets sold or admittance to the show after 8:00 pm<br />

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Tickets are $22 at the gate, and $20 online at CincyHomearama.com or<br />

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price. A special two-day ticket will be available for $30 at the gate only.<br />

Children 12 and under are admitted for free if accompanied by an adult.<br />

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GPS Address: 6791 OH 48 (Oakland Road), Loveland, OH 45140<br />

From I-275 North or South, take the Wards Corner Exit. Go east on Wards<br />

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(turns into Paxton Road, proceed straight). Turn right on OH 48 (Oakland<br />

Road) and proceed about 1 mile to the entrance of The Reserves at Stone<br />

Pillars Farm. Parking will be available on-site. There is no entrance to<br />

HOMEARAMA ® from Smith Road.<br />

IMPORTANT SHOW INFORMATION<br />

There is no charge for parking as the ticket price includes on-site parking.<br />

Parking is located on-site and will be a gravel lot. The HBA, HOMEARAMA ®<br />

or the developer are not responsible for valuables that are left in cars, muddy<br />

cars, gravel dust or muddy shoes. If it is raining, or if it has rained for a considerable<br />

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amount of walking at the show and there are steps in most of the homes.<br />

ADA ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE<br />

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show are not ADA accessible. The homes are privately owned, built for general<br />

marketing and resale purposes to the general public. Therefore, they are<br />

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Elevate by Drees Homes<br />

elevatebydrees.com | 859-600-6710<br />

$1,250,000<br />

#2 Chateau Margaux 4,005 sq. ft.<br />

Robert Lucke Homes, Inc.<br />

robertluckegroup.com | 513-295-4242<br />

$1,750,000<br />

AVAILABLE<br />

SOLD<br />

#3 Pickwick Place 4,903 sq. ft.<br />

Wieland Builders, LLC<br />

wielandbuilders.com | 513-801-0860<br />

$1,900,000<br />

#4 The Valiant 5,195 sq. ft.<br />

Chris Gorman Homes<br />

chrisgormanhomes.com | 513-774-7500<br />

$1,975,000<br />

AVAILABLE<br />

SOLD<br />

#5 The Old Irvington 4,100 sq. ft.<br />

deStefano Homes and Remodeling<br />

destefanohomesandremodeling.com | 513-309-3184<br />

$1,700,000<br />

#6 The Belmont Estate 6,212 sq. ft.<br />

Andrew Arthur Homes, LLC<br />

andrewarthurhomes.com | 513-646-1452<br />

$2,200,000<br />

welcome to the neighborhood<br />

If you enjoy a peaceful setting, then Goshen Township is the place for you. Inside Stone Pillars Farm there are<br />

three miles of walking trails, and just outside the community, area parks feature fishing, ponds, playgrounds,<br />

basketball courts, picnic areas and more walking trails.<br />

The <strong>Cincinnati</strong> Nature Center’s Long Branch Farm and Trails is located in Goshen Township. The Little Miami<br />

Scenic Bike Trail and Stonelick State Park are just minutes away. Plus, golf enthusiasts will be happy to know<br />

there are four golf courses within a five-minute drive. Goshen Township’s location northeast of <strong>Cincinnati</strong> is<br />

close to Loveland, Milford and I-275 making those communities’ shops, restaurants and businesses easily accessible.<br />

Stone Pillars Farm is part of the Goshen Local School District.<br />

Visit stonepillarsreserves.com and goshen-oh.gov for more information.<br />

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Stars of the Kitchen & Bath Show worth remembering<br />

Early every year, the latest kitchen and bath products, trends and<br />

technologies are on display and ready to inspire at the Kitchen and<br />

Bath Industry Show (KBIS). Thousands of designers, architects,<br />

custom builders and remodelers travel to Las Vegas for inspiration.<br />

Here are a few winners selected by show judges that we<br />

think are worth bringing home from Vegas.<br />

HydroTap Celsius<br />

All-in-One by Zip Water<br />

With advanced smart technology, this single tap<br />

provides on demand filtered sparkling, chilled<br />

and boiling water plus unfiltered hot and cold<br />

sink water. A 13.3” x 18.2” x 13.1” command<br />

center fits easily in the sink cabinet below.<br />

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FreePower<br />

Seamlessly embedded into stone countertops, this wireless charging<br />

station was awarded the Best in Show at KBIS <strong>2024</strong>. FreePower<br />

is only seen by the glow of its proprietary halo which indicates the<br />

charging zone. Halo colors can be customized or dimmed completely<br />

and reactivated by the wave of a smartphone. freepower.io<br />

Venezia by Fantini<br />

In two-tone Murano glass, the Venezia faucet handles are exquisite<br />

ornaments with a cylindrical shape and smooth, rounded edges with<br />

a fluid effect. Available two-tone combinations include aquamarine/<br />

green, amethyst/amber, and red/amber. fantini.it<br />

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DrawBar by Dometic<br />

Offering the functionality of a fullsize<br />

wine cooler in a compact design<br />

that fits five bottles, the DrawBar can<br />

be easily installed above or below a<br />

standard 24-inch wide cabinet. It is<br />

equipped with a humidity tray and<br />

offers the option of a glass or custom<br />

panel for integration. Dometic.com<br />

Empava 72-inch<br />

Whirlpool Tub<br />

Equipped with ten strategically placed<br />

jets, this rectangular whirlpool tub<br />

provides a luxurious experience for<br />

two. The double seating design and<br />

arched backrest supports the body,<br />

while the generous 177-gallon capacity<br />

provides plenty of room to soak.<br />

empava.com. Photo credit: Empava<br />

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Cravings from House of Rohl<br />

This Victoria + Albert bath palette is inspired by a three-course tasting menu by Food & Wine.<br />

Hues take their cue from culinary tastes: lemon yellows, dark chocolate, the red of raspberries<br />

and the tawny richness of wine and brandy. houseofrohl.com. Photo credit: House of Rohl<br />

Freddy by IRINOX<br />

This first blast chiller made for home use enables blast chilling<br />

of food straight after cooking, quickly freezing and thawing<br />

food; cooking meat and fish at low temperature; proofing<br />

bread; holding food at the ideal temperature; as well as<br />

chilling wine and other beverages. irinoxhomeusa.com<br />

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Purist Suspend Kitchen Faucet by Kohler<br />

This faucet’s hose is mounted on the ceiling with a precise pivoting arm that can be adjusted for<br />

8-ft. to 10-ft. ceilings and stays at the height previously used. A swing arm offers 180 degrees of<br />

rotation, allowing for easy and convenient placement over the sink. us.kohler.com<br />

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Jamaican Jerk<br />

Shrimp Kebabs<br />

Spicy and warm, this marinade is<br />

equally delicious with chicken.<br />

Recipe courtesy of Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove<br />

INGREDIENTS<br />

Marinade<br />

1 Scotch bonnet pepper<br />

2 jalapeños<br />

1 tablespoon fresh thyme<br />

4 cloves garlic<br />

¾ teaspoon ground allspice<br />

3 tablespoons brown sugar, firmly packed<br />

2 teaspoons kosher salt<br />

½ teaspoon ground nutmeg<br />

1 teaspoon cinnamon<br />

1 teaspoon ground black pepper<br />

1 teaspoon powdered ginger<br />

¼ cup olive oil<br />

¼ cup soy sauce<br />

Zest of 1 lime<br />

¼ cup lime juice<br />

¼ cup orange juice<br />

¼ cup apple cider vinegar<br />

Kebabs<br />

1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined<br />

2 cups pineapple chunks<br />

1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces<br />

Scallions, thinly sliced, optional<br />

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

and search: Jamaican Jerk Shrimp Kebabs<br />

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Best Furniture Gallery..................................................9<br />

Bova Contemporary Furniture...................................41<br />

<strong>Cincinnati</strong> EntryPoint Door Transformations...............17<br />

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Custom Distributors, Inc............................................28<br />

Custom Outdoor Structures......................................27<br />

Franklin Art Glass Studios, Inc.....................................63<br />

Hanson Audio and Video...........................................40<br />

Hoffman & Albers Interiors........................................15<br />

ID <strong>Cincinnati</strong> Furniture & Interior Design...................13<br />

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Neal’s Design Remodel...............................................2<br />

Pella Windows & Doors............................................52<br />

Perfect Paver Co.......................................................38<br />

Ryan’s All-Glass............................................................7<br />

Slats Blind & Shutter Experts......................................68<br />

Stone Mart.................................................................51<br />

The Appliance Loft.....................................................56<br />

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Zicka Homes.............................................................66<br />

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Announcing The Villas: Boasting 26 home sites where owners<br />

enjoy serenity and natural beauty. This community is adjacent to<br />

Riverview Estates and Coldstream Country Club. Homes are located<br />

within the highly desirable Forest Hills school district with<br />

convenient access to I-275 and downtown <strong>Cincinnati</strong>.<br />

Lifestyle living at its best: Zicka will be offering new ranch-style<br />

floor plans with all the latest features and designs. This is a great<br />

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one floor. Homes start at one million. For availability of home sites,<br />

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