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ABOUT THE COVER...From a big swing set to now a playground

for the whole family, this backyard overflows

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If grilling is one of your summertime standbys, dont miss Chef

Shannon Kimballs grilling tips on page 58. Sauce creator, private

chef and culinary instructor, Chef Shannon will take your grilling

skills to a new level. And dont forget to pick up a bottle of

his FireBug Grilln Sauce perfect on burgers, chicken, fish and

especially ribs!

One of my fave things about summer is biking along the trails

in the evenings, with the wind on my face and the sounds of tree

frogs and crickets nearby. Looking for places to ride? Kansas City

offers a multitude of options when it comes to cycling family

riding on scenic trails, road biking with groups, even rides for

charities. Turn to page 68 to start spinning your wheels.

And make sure you take a peek at a kitchen that may make

you never want to go outside. Kitchen Studio Kansas City has the

perfect recipe for this kitchen remodel. Become enthralled on

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Hello summer.

Summer time means outside time. Growing up, my summer days

were spent at the pool; snacking on Now & Laters and Zotz,

jumping off the diving board, hanging out with friends. Nights were

bike rides around the neighborhood, a game of Sardines with the

kids on the block and swinging in the backyard looking at the stars.

While my pool days have long since been traded in for office days,

I do cherish the times I find myself poolside with a good book and

a glass of wine.

This month, we found four havens spattered throughout town

that can boast being the perfect getaway. Lush landscaping,

saltwater pools, waterfalls, and outdoor seating all take you to a

place that you never want to leave. Who needs a Florida beach

when Kansas City is home to some of the most unsurpassed

backyard pools?

Whether you just want to float around (and Fido does too!) or

entertain on a summer night, some pool must haves can be found

on page 42. And well make sure you look and stay cool at the

pool with some fun in the sun ideas on page 46.

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hat began as a simple request for mulch

(discounted thanks to an online coupon!)

magically transitioned into the makings of

a stunning masterpiece. When the homeowner of this

breathtaking abode, nestled in the winding tapestry of

the Cedar Creek subdivision in Olathe, Kansas, had

the urge to simply spruce up the landscape around

her yard a couple of years ago, she had no idea the

excitement that was in store for her.

Even though all JoAnn Fowler, the homeowner,

initially wanted was mulch, when landscape designer

Amanda White, MLA, of Rosehill Gardens stepped onto

the scene to help clean up the existing, somewhat

overgrown landscaping of the home, she realized it had

greater possibilities written all over it.


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More than a backyard, this Cedar Creek homeoffers a landscape design that is a slice of Heaven on Earth.

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At that point, Fowler decided to just start with a

clean slate, stated White. She told me to be as

creative as possible.

And off to work White went!

White and her team fully exercised their creative

prowess when it came to taking an ordinary yard and

transforming it into an extraordinary space, which

throughout the process emerged looking less like a

simple backyard makeover and more like a relaxing

mountain retreat.

With respect to the overall landscape, I tried to pick

up on the character of the house, explained White,

referencing the craftsman-like faade of the home that

highlights details reminiscent of the designs of famed

American architect Frank Lloyd Wright.

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The biggest attraction of the house, in

my opinion, is its mission-style columns,

strategically placed throughout, said White.

Our goal was to focus the space around the

columns to anchor the house and the outdoor

living space together through the architecture.

To that end, White created the central focus

of the backyard with the intent to capture the

primal aspects of life fire and water and

she did not miss the mark with the 12 foot fire

trough that overlooks the three and a half feet

deep pool, more commonly known in this type

of setting as a spool, which is essentially a

combination of a pool and a spa. As opposed

to typical outdoor pools, the spool can enjoy

year-round use, with its heated water supply

and massaging jets in the spa.

This definitely has a ski lodge influence in

the colder months, noted White.

Made specifically for Fowler, custom-sized

benches were constructed contiguous to the

fire pit and customized stone weirs were

placed above the spool to allow the flowing

water to fall directly upon her shoulders when

she relaxes and unwinds. Whether gazing

down between the stone columns above the

spool by the fire trough or taking in the view

from the spool itself, there is not a bad seat

in the place. PLEASE TURN THE PAGE

Transitioning to the front of the house, the mountainous feel

maintains its strong presence, as evidenced by the rugged walkway

made of mason-laid flagstone that draws ones eye to the pond at

the top near the door from which water soothingly cascades down

via a stream that runs underneath the walkway to another pond

below. A striking stone bench fashioned from larger boulders is the

focal point of the front porch.

We notched those boulders to create a bench, stated White,

who noted that every boulder used throughout the landscape and

spool/patio design was hand selected.

Every aspect of the entire project was completely customized

and detailed, she said.

To further add to the Colorado-like ambiance, White brought in

plant material indigenous to Kansas and Colorado, including Aspen

trees, cedar trees, spruces and serviceberry trees.

We also brought in 300 yards of soil to create berms, landscapes

and undulations through the site, she said.

Even the grass has its aesthetic purpose in that its placement

provides soft curves around the home, imitating the natural flow

of a river.


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Relaxing in this veritable oasis of peace and solitude gives one

the illusion of seclusion and it is difficult to believe that the backyard

actually faces the front of the house of the neighbors behind her,

with a street formerly fully in view.

Before this project, there were no trees to provide screening

and it was a wide open view to the entire neighborhood, explained

White. We brought in about 150 yards of soil to berm it up around

the new patio space while layering it with trees and shrubs. You

wouldnt know there is a street back there now.

Various forms of up-lighting around the exterior of the home and

throughout the backyard add a soft and inviting touch to the place

in the evening.

White does not hesitate when expressing her gratitude for this

project.

I really enjoyed working with the homeowner, she smiled. She

let me stretch my creativity and truly trusted the process and my

direction. She is a designers dream.

In the end, that unwavering trust allowed White and her team to

go above and beyond even their own expectations, making this

mountain retreat escape seem like a slice of Heaven on Earth.

Brent Sledd has always had an affinity for the heartland, its communities, and all of

the beauty and hearty ingenuity that goes with it. Perhaps that is what drew him to a

career in real estate, a pure unadulterated love for the core of the community, and the

opportunity to witness the flashpoints of success, adventure, and new beginnings.

At 18, Sledd began a career at the Hallmark Cards factory in Topeka. When he

turned 21, he attended a real estate investing seminar and immediately decided to

buy investment properties and sell real estate on the side. When Hallmark transferred

him to the headquarters in Kansas City, he saw it as a huge opportunity both for his

work with Hallmark as well as his real estate business. Each year the real estate side

of his business grew and after 20 years, he decided to make it his full time work.

Working in such an exciting and fluid industry is inspiring for Sledd, who has

also recently embarked on his own new adventure, accepting a position as Vice

President of Sales-Kansas and Emerging Markets with the highly successful and

entrepreneurial Rob Ellerman Team. Although he does a fairly high volume in Missouri,

The Ellerman Team is ranked two in sales in the Greater Kansas City area and has a

highly respected reputation.

While I was completely happy in the situation I was in, I could not pass up such

a unique opportunity. He has excelled on the Missouri side of the market and

approached me about strengthening his presence in Kansas. Our combination of

talents and equally high commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards made

this a great fit for both of us. We have a great amount of mutual respect and Im pleased

to lead our efforts to growing our business on the Kansas side of the state line.

Part of Ellermans success is his team approach to providing clients the best services

possible. Rather than having to choose the services of a single agent, clients have the

entire team and their collective knowledge and strengths at their disposal. Each specialist

is fully available to help ensure the best interests of the client; while agents have the

advantage of vast repository of knowledge and support provided by their team members.

Sledd found the team approach very appealing; and the new position allows him

to enjoy something he has always wanted to expand professionally mentoring and

coaching other agents.

I will always continue to represent clients and referrals buying or selling, and list

homes. My passion for this area of real estate has not changed or diminished in any

way. In fact, this position allows me to pursue that even more fully because I will have

an expanded administrative staff. In addition to working with buyers and sellers, I will

also enjoy sharing what I have learned over the years with other Realtors, and coach

them in their endeavors, Sledd shares enthusiastically.

After thirty-three years in real estate and as an award winning and top producing

agent, Sledd loves the adventure of the industry.

I consider it a blessing to be involved in building communities, in helping people

turn the page on the next great adventure, says Sledd.

Serving with integrity, Sledd finds supporting people through one of the most

significant and life changing purchases of their lives a rewarding challenge. While some

try to go it alone, having a dedicated agent has many distinct advantages.

The process of buying or selling can be very stressful. I try to remove as much of

JOINING THE ELLERMAN TEAM:BRENT SLEDDS NEXT GREAT ADVENTURE

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SUPPORTING THROUGH CHANGES

the stress as possible. It is not always easy,

so we serve as an advocate. We protect, educate,

and help clients through the process so that there are

no surprises. This time in a clients life is always important. It is

always a pivotal time of change and opportunity for them. I feel honored

to be part of that time and for having the ability to see the beginning of

so many exciting changes.

Joining the Ellerman team provides the perfect platform for Sledd,

who is driven to help others.

Real estate is an exciting industry, and it provides many opportunities

to help clients and colleagues with knowledge and support. It is

important to remember that everyone comes at life with a different

set of circumstances and your involvement, however small, can make

a big difference. It is an honor and privilege to be a part of making a

difference, and making a real estate transaction a pleasurable process,

he continues.

For me real estate, and all its facets, is meaningful work. It is an

opportunity to help people find a place where they will build memories

and live out the most significant moments of their lives, Sledd continues,

It is important to me to be the buyer/seller advocate and have them walk

away happy and knowing they made a well informed decision and never

feel like I sold them something.

Real estate compliments a passion for people and community like

nothing else can; and for Sledd, there is no place better for real estate

than Kansas City.

Kansas City is an exciting place for real estate because it is such an

amazingly dynamic city. I think that surprises most people that are unfa-

miliar with the area. It is a growing hub for start-ups and technology com-

panies. It offers one of the most diverse arts scenes with an astounding

number of museums; has a strong food and restaurant culture, sports,

fabulous schools, and a strong economy, says Sledd.

Another draw he says is the beauty.

The area has nearly as many beautiful public fountains as Rome, and

more boulevards than any city except Paris. We have a definite love of

architecture as demonstrated in the uniquely beautiful Kauffman Center

for the Performing Arts, and the many custom homes, both new and

existing that have been part of lives for many years.

Sledd makes no apologies for his unabashed enthusiasm for the area.

He has enjoyed it himself as the place where he has raised three children,

Brooke, Brady, and Blake; and now enjoys three grandchildren, Max,

Briggs, and Finley.

Brent is also a huge Chiefs fan! He is a Red Coater for the team

where he volunteers by working at various Chiefs events and charitable

causes in the community.

Brent has always had a huge passion for helping people realize their

home buying and selling dreams. Theres nothing like the feeling of high

fives and hugs when sharing in the excitement of helping people achieve

their home ownership dreams! Its all about making a positive difference

in the lives of others!

One of the pleasures of my work is being a sort of ambassador to

the community. Many times, we are introducing people to a completely

new and unfamiliar place. It is a deep privilege to be able to share the

many advantages to living here. I want them to love the city Im proud

to call home!

Kansas City is a big place, explains Sledd, but at its core it is really

just a small town. With every big city amenity, its biggest asset is still the

people. It really is the best place in the world. I truly feel like I am living

the dream!

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hat used to be just a regular backyard

with a big swing set, according to the

owner of this luxurious home has undergone

a significant transformation, complete with a swimming

pool and enviable outdoor kitchen, making it seem less

like a yard and more like a vacation destination.

When the owners of this home decided to install a

backyard pool for their family, which includes two young

kids, they promised their children that the swing set

would remain. However, once the project got underway

and took on wings of its own, the swing set no longer

fit in the yard and had to go.

Fortunately, the kids werent upset for too long, as

the swimming pool that took its place brought along

a cornucopia of exciting and alternative means of

backyard fun.

At first glance, ones eyes are treated to a free flowing

landscape design that beautifully marries a hot tub, a

lounge pool and a free form pool, all gracefully connected

from one elevation to another as the hot tub seamlessly

transitions to the shallow sun ledge that soon gives way

to the swimming pool that begins at three feet deep and

at its deepest is seven feet. Water gracefully cascades

from the lounge area into the pool.

However, in order to realize this dreamlike setting, the

homeowners first put pen to paper with Roger Banks,

owner of Banks Blue Valley Pool and Spa.

We can do just about anything with a pool, noted

Banks. And, true to his word, Banks did not disappoint

his clients in this case.

This project turned out a million times better than

what I initially saw on paper, smiled the homeowner.

We never dreamed that it would all flow from one level

to the next. That was Rogers idea and we absolutely

love it.



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The kitchen area also offers a few cabinets,

drawers, an ice machine, a refrigerator and a

sink, making outdoor entertaining a breeze.

The flat screen TV overhead is perfectly

positioned for viewing, whether when firing up the

grill or lounging in the hot tub. The colored

concrete counter tops were poured in place on

site, and the hand-hewned exposed fir timber

beams add a bit of rustic charm.

We gave the beams an antique look by

staining them, which not only makes them look

old but also gives the feeling of being in a ski

or hunting lodge up in the mountains, said

Banks, also referring to the gable frame pointed

roof above the kitchen area that completes the

look, along with the innovative use of reclaimed

barn wood as siding.


The pool obviously sees its share of activity,

especially with its heated salt water and the

adjoining sun ledge that lets the parents relax

and unwind in lounge chairs while the kids play in

the water. The sun ledge and pool are readily

closed off during the winter months, but the hot

tub enjoys year-round use. The multi-colored

Arkansas flagstone patio and walkway areas add

decided charm, along with the accompanying

landscaping that is perfectly placed for privacy.

Another key element of this backyard space is

the outdoor kitchen, which during the warmer

months is the hub of the household.

We use this kitchen more than our indoor one

in the summer, noted the homeowner. It has the

regular grill and the EVO grill, which is a circular

flat cooktop surface. PLEASE TURN THE PAGE


Pointing out the timber framing over the outdoor kitchen, Banks

noted that such framing is one of the oldest methods of building

wooden structures.

Timber framing has been used for over 2,000 years, although

it has evolved over time, he stated.

Just next to the outdoor kitchen space is the lanai, which offers

the homeowners and guests another place to relax and unwind,

with its wet bar, fireplace and celling fan.

The homeowners are thrilled with the entire creation and refer to

the space as our own little oasis, appreciative of how Banks and

his team helped them take this idea from concept to reality.

I definitely enjoyed the creative part of this project, Banks

expressed. Its our job to take on an advisory role of sorts and

lead the homeowner through the creative process. Our clients rely

on us for creativity and imagination, and I definitely like working

with people to help them figure out what they like and want and

then building something from there.

Banks works with existing elevations to create the end result,

and this backyard in particular, with its high-to-low slope, allowed

Banks to create a streaming effect of water from the hot tub on

top to the lounge/sun ledge area below, then directly cascading

into the free form swimming pool.

We initially looked at this yard and decided how to use what

was already here to the best of our design ability instead of just

tearing it all up, Banks noted.

By day, this backyard delight is a great place for the kids to play

and soak up the sun. By nightfall, the accent perimeter lighting

provides great ambiance to the whole area, allowing the space

to seamlessly transition from sunrise to sunset. After enjoying a

meal fresh off the backyard grill, the adults can relax in the hot

tub and catch up on their television shows or just gaze at the

stars above.

With such a beautiful and creative use of outdoor space, this

backyard retreat offers the family a chance to go on a vacation of

sorts every time they walk out the back door of the house.

We wanted it to resemble a home that you might find in

Colorado, stated the homeowner. And Roger and his team made

that happen. PLEASE TURN THE PAGE


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Hailing from a long line of Kansas City tastemakers, Erin Mankameyer and

her mother, Brenda Groover, opened Groover Interior Design in Leawood to

fill a need for their interior design clients. Each item in the shop is hand-picked

by the duo and illustrates Erins skill in the art of design. In addition to offering

custom furniture and home decor, Groover also offers personalized interior

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Larson Building Company in Mills Farm won Pick of the Parade during the

2015 Kansas City Spring Homes Tour. She is also working on a custom Evan

Talan Home as well as a tour home for Lambie Custom Homes. The Lambie

home is part of the first-ever Artisan Home Tour sponsored by the Kansas

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Story by chael HedgcothPhotos by Sto Solutions

Shawnee homeownersdont have to travel far for

a waterside escape.

Life is pretty busy for Lonnie Roberts.And he seems to it that way just fi.

As owner of Stone Solutions in Merriam, Kan., Lonnies days are spent

assisting contractors, designers and homeowners seeking outdoor pavers,

paving stones, segmental wall block and natural stone.

The Dodge City, Kan., native has been immersed in the hardscapes

industry since 1984 and is well-versed in creating sensational outdoor living

spaces using products ranging from pavers and stone fireplaces to lighting

and outdoor kitchen accessories.

So perhaps its no surprise that one of Lonnies finest outdoor creations

can be found right in his own backyard.

Built in 1977 by Lonnie and his wife, Sally, the Roberts Shawnee, Kan.,

home is surrounded by pine, oak and ash trees and steeped in quiet charm.

But the two-story home and one-acre lot have evolved much over the years.

The vibrant couple have shared a lively 38 years in their home

while pursuing successful careers, raising their daughter, Amy Rehkop,

bookkeeper for Stone Solutions and son, Scott, a high school principal, and

hosting myriad gatherings of family and friends while, above all, enjoying life.

The family has always enjoyed spending time outside, but their alfresco

recreation reached a new level when the couple had a spacious L-shaped,

in-ground heated pool installed in 1984.

We built the pool, a pool house, added stockyard pavers and created a

railroad tie retaining wall, says Lonnie.

That was the beginning of the Roberts backyard transformation. And

from then on, the Roberts home was increasingly tapped as the preferred

gathering site for family and friends.



fun in the sun


Luckily, Lonnie and wife Sally, associate dean for teacher

education and undergraduate programs for Lawrences University

of Kansas School of Education, are gracious entertainers who have

always been more than happy to share their home.

Through the ensuing years, the couple continued to enhance

the amenities in their backyard oasis, much to the delight of their

children, grandchildren and friends.

In 2007, we tore out everything except the pool, says Lonnie.

We added the stone fireplace, interlocking pavers, segmented

retaining walls, a pizza oven and an outdoor kitchen.

Four years ago, a basketball court and pond were incorporated,

and three years ago, a 48-square-foot kitchen was built inside the

pool house, complete with granite countertops, a gas stove, flat

screen TV and custom cabinets.

We really needed a place to clean up after cooking, explains

Lonnie of the indoor kitchen.

Because heres the thing: While there may be plenty of

swimming, water volleyball, lounging and conversation in the

Roberts backyard, there may be even more cooking.

When asked who most uses the outdoor kitchen, smoker, the

pool house kitchen and the wood-fired oven, Lonnie doesnt

hesitate to answer.

My son and I are the cooks, he says.

On any given occasion, Lonnie and his son, Scott, principal for

Blue Valley Southwest High School, might be found marinating,

searing and smoking rib roast, pulled pork, salmon or slabs of ribs.

Of course wood-fired pizzas are an enduring savory favorite,

especially for the couples eight grandchildren.

We roll the dough out on the island and let everyone make their

own pizzas, says Lonnie. Its like a big assembly line.

He says the pizzas take about five minutes to cook in the

Chicago Brick Oven which can heat up to 700 degrees.

Once you heat this oven up, it can hold heat anywhere from

200 to 400 degrees for up to 20 hours, says Lonnie.

Birthdays and holidays, including Easter, Mothers Day, Christmas

and a host of impromptu gatherings, have brought family and

friends together time and time again in this cordial resort-like setting.

With ample seating, three TVs, outdoor fans, a covered patio with

a refrigerator and wine cooler all paired with layered ambient lighting,

this sensational retreat translates into a unique suburban escape.

Lonnie says having the massive stone fireplace has helped

extend the opportunity for outdoor living from chilly early spring

days until deep into crisp fall evenings.

One thing is for certain.

Whether swimming laps, grabbing an 8-ounce coke from the

vintage Coke machine or simply gazing at the ponds large coy fish

or listening to its soothing waterfall, leaving the daily grind behind

is a breeze in this wonderfully inviting setting.

The tight-knit Roberts family is looking forward to spending

many more days together around the pool in the coming months.

In fact, party plans are underway for Sally, who recently retired

from KU at the end of the 2014-2015 school year. Preparations for

a Roberts family reunion in July are taking shape, as well.

I can easily entertain 50 to 75 people, says Lonnie with clear

enthusiasm at the thought of such events.

Lonnie laughs when he thinks back to the pool that seemed

to serve as the catalyst for his backyards multi-faceted

metamorphosis.

You know what they say, he says. If you build it, they will come!

If past years are any indication, there is no doubt plenty of

guests, good times and fond memories are still yet to come.

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Few things can evoke that idyllic image of sun-kissed bliss like a shimmering pool

of aqua in a verdant backyard. And cooling off in refreshing ripples of water when

the Heartland sun blazes down during the summer months?

Even better.

But when one couple purchased a Leawood home a few years ago, they

decided to forego the splashy amenity.

The couple, whose kids were nearly grown, were downsizing from a larger home

with a spacious pool to a smaller home with a nice grassy backyard.

However, it wasnt long before the homeowner, a former Kansas City professional

baseball player, and his wife were rethinking their decision.

After seeing a neighbors pool and realizing they missed having a pool for

relaxing and exercising, the couple decided to upgrade their backyard space.

They wanted to enhance their outdoor living amenities and add on to the

outdoor kitchen and covered patio they had already implemented after purchasing

the house.

Their three children were older and two were out of the house, but the

homeowners still enjoyed entertaining friends and family.

So they enlisted the bi-state assistance of Backyard by Design in Overland Park,

Kan., and Blue Springs, Mo.s SwimThings.

The homes backyard presented a compact, rectangular space to work with, so

the couple sought a pool that would complement the yard design.

They liked the clean lines of a rectangular pool, says Vince Davenport, president

of family-owned SwimThings. They basically wanted something that would fit well

in the space, including a hot tub they could use year-round. They also liked the

sound of water and the idea of a serene garden setting.

SwimThings designed and installed a heated 18-by-36-foot gunite pool with a

marbled midnight blue finish. While the pools deepest point is five feet, the rich hue

gives the illusion of expansive depth.

Frost-proof 6-by-6-inch ceramic tiles were used at the waterline while a natural

travertine tile border frames the elegant pool and spa.

Rounding out the salt water pools features are steps, a lap lane, a sun ledge

and cozy spa at the shallow end of the pool and a custom copper sheer descent

waterfall at the deep end.



Dive right into this tranquil midnight oasis.

An automated Pentair IntelliBrite 5G LED pool and spa lighting system ensures that a

variety of ambiances can be achieved.

From Party mode with its rapid-fire energy and excitement and Patriotic mode to

blues and greens of Caribbean mode and the soft California Sunset mode, a variety of solid

or color-changing light schemes add visual interest during nighttime social gatherings or

swim sessions.

With the push of a button on an automated smart panel in the house, the pool temperature

or lighting effects can be easily and conveniently controlled.

Beyond the waters edge, Backyard by Design created

the yards landscaping and hardscaping elements. Backyard

by Design and SwimThings frequently work together to

transform backyard settings.

Backyard by Design completed the pool decking

with Belgard Mega Lafitt pavers in natural Aspen Blend,

complementing the projects Mediterranean-inspired appeal.

A rough cedar pergola graces the side of the pool

and offers an intimate setting for reading or relaxing

conversation. Backyard by Design emulated the style from

a pergola the homeowners spotted in a magazine.

The cedar structure features breezy lattice, a fan, comfy

cast aluminum Hanamint seating and an audio system

feeding from the residence.

We basically created the pergola with a nice little seating area to fit the space,

says Todd Higgins, president of Backyard by Design. Also the lattice was designed

to match the latticework on the back side of the house.

The 9-foot-tall pergola offers an airy 7-by-14-foot space steeped in alluring shade

and shadows. Serbian spruce trees, rose bushes and other picturesque landscaping

adorn the fence line and grant plenty of privacy to the property.

The natural stone wall and calculated elevation changes along the backyards

perimeter provide aesthetic appeal and discreet water drainage solutions away from

the house and outdoor living areas.

All told, between the pool, hardscaping and landscaping, the backyard project

which in good weather would take two months took about four months

to complete.

Despite weather-related construction setbacks during the winter months, the

stylish outdoor pool and patio were completed just in time for springs arrival,

much to the homeowners delight.

The couple has since been enjoying their splendid sanctuary, now a welcoming

retreat for cooling off on hot days, grilling favorite foods and spending time outdoors

with guests.

Davenport says achieving the perfect pool environment is dependent upon

thorough assessment of personal needs.

What kind of yard size are you working with? asks Davenport. How are you going to use

the pool? Will there be kids using it? Is it for grandkids? Do you anticipate entertaining? You

need to really evaluate the size, depth and style that will work best for you.

Once the luxurious transformation is complete, there is only one thing left to do: Enjoy.



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Fido can have his day in the sun! Pamper him with his own pet float

that sports a reinforced nylon/laminate construction to resist claw

punctures. Springs open and shut easily for convenient storage.

Feel like youre in the tropics with this floating beverage holder. This

inflatable drink holder features extra buoyancy to keep your bottle upright

with no fear of the pool enjoying your drink rather than you.

Long, lingering nights with friends are just five easy pieces away with

the Belham Living Brookville all-weather wicker fire pit chat set with

Glacier fire pit. Water- and fade-resistant, the soft comfortable cushions

invite you to sit and relax by the fire pit.

Fun is the mood with these solar color changing patio lights. No

electricity needed, so hang over the hot tub or off the deck railing.

Each strand has 10 crackle-look plastic globes that intermittently

change colors.

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Create your own island swim bar with these LED pool stools. Great for

around the edge of your pool, these portable illuminated stools are

perfect for that pool party. The rechargeable light is remote controlled for

easy turn on and off.

Perfect for the poolside is this Bordeaux fire pit dining by Agio. Sporting

a fire pit centered in the porcelain table top, it creates a fun, yet intimate,

setting. The chairs sport a spring rocker and come with the option of

stationary or swivel.

Float your worries away as you relax in this rattan style lounge chair.

The mesh bed keeps you cool in the pool or on the deck. Slip on your

shades, listen to some tunes and enjoy some chill time.

Brings your tunes into the pool with this wireless floating pool speaker.

The water-resistant speaker floats to ensure your time in the water has the

perfect soundtrack. From up to 100 feet away, just plug in your device

and sing along with your favorite songs.


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A Question of Fences

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Ambianceome folks less inclined to cook and

entertain might argue they have a

kitchen simply because it came with the

house, while others realize the full potential

for this central focus of the home.

When it was time to breathe new life into

the outdated kitchen of this mid-20th

century Mission Hills residence, designer

Sue Shinneman left no stone unturned.

More than just a kitchen, it is a command

center, not only for how it flows and

functions effortlessly now, catering to the

busy lifestyles of its residents, but also for

how it commands your attention from the

moment you walk into the space.

The home had not seen much in the way

of updates with respect to the kitchen over

the years, so Shinneman, a Certified Kitchen

Designer and co-owner of Kitchen Studio

Kansas City, was brought in to tackle this

project, and her 24 years of kitchen design

experience truly shine in the end result.

This is a busy family with three active kids,

explained Shinneman. The couple desired

an updated look with a contemporary appeal.

The wife is actually an architect and brought

her own set of designs and ideas to the



STORY BY ANN E. BUTENAS | PHOTOS BY MATT KOCOUREK

The perfect recipe for a new and fully functionalkitchen just might require tearing down a few walls!

table. From there, we prepared a variety of

layouts and tweaked all of our ideas to

obtain the final plan.

As so many scrumptious details and

highlights abound in this kitchen, what

first catches ones eye is the ingenious

application of zebra wood and other wood

finishes. For example, the center island

enjoys a magma gold granite with the

added splash of zebra wood flanking it.

Pairing wood with stone provides a nice

combination of materials, noted Shinneman,

who appreciates the warm touch the wood

offers to the countertop.

The island is also a multi-tasking unit.

It houses a dishwasher, a GE Advantium

speed cook oven, a main sink, storage

underneath and ample seating space

around its perimeter.

The pre-finished wood floor is the perfect

answer for partnership with the wood

applications.

We stripped out the old hardwood floors

that were really worn down and installed this

particular flooring with a baked-on finish,

which allows it to be a bit more impervious

to issues of wear and tear, said Shinneman.

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The complementary original ceiling beams were

left intact, and only required a bit of touch up in a

few areas.

And while this kitchen is quite spacious and open

today, it was substantially smaller in its original form.

Shinneman and her team took out a couple of walls

and opened up the family room, not only creating its

spacious feel, but also allowing for additional lighting

from the sun.

The original floor plan was rather circuitous in that

in order to access the dining room from the kitchen,

one had to make a U-turn walk of sorts through the

den and around the other side. In the remodeling

process, the wall perpendicular to the den was torn

out, opening up the kitchen to the dining room and

ultimately to the family room.

We closed off the doorway to the den and opened

up the space into the dining room, noted Shinneman.

That accommodation led to an increase in natural

lighting, which was truly needed to brighten up the

space. While the kitchen, dining room and family room

enjoy a wide variety of decorative lighting fixtures, it is

the sunlight that truly adds the perfect balance of

warmth and glow. PLEASE TURN THE PAGE

In stark contrast to the lighter tones

used throughout the open space are

the kitchen cabinets, that boast a

darker finish as a result of the use of

lyptus, which hails from the eucalyptus

family. According to Shinneman, the

eucalyptus is a fast-growing tree that

is also a good renewable source for

wood that resembles mahogany. All

cabinets in the island also have the

lyptus application, except for the one

facing the dining area, which is made

of zebra wood.

A closeted wet bar was removed

to add a multi-purpose entertainment

run, which is now home to a sink, an

ice maker and ample cabinet space.

Next to the run is a wine unit that sits

above two refrigerator drawers for

wine bottles. An indirect LED lighting

strip provides soft ambient lighting

above the run.

The family and Shinneman enjoyed

this labor of love and Shinneman

noted that the kitchen realized a

200% improvement throughout the

process.

I enjoyed working with the

homeowners, she smiled. They are

a great couple and brought a lot of

great ideas to the project. Certainly

there were structural challenges when

tearing out the walls, but the end

result was worth the effort.

Project Designer: KITCHEN STUDIO: KANSAS CITYHome & Interior Designer: JENNIFER GOEKEBuilder/Contractor: COPPER CONSTRUCTION

Appliances: Wolf, GE, SubZero and Scotsman | Cabinets: Crystal CabinetworksCountertops: Magma Granite and Marble and Caesarstone | Fireplace: Realstone

Flooring: Acme Flooring | Hardware: Locks and Pulls | Light Fixtures: Tech LightingPlumbing Fixtures: Kohler and Blanco | Tile: Somona TilemakersWindows/Doors: McCray Lumber and Andersen Windows & Doors

The kitchen window faces north

and there is a porch off of the patio

doors to the west, said Shinneman.

By opening up the entire space from

the family room to the kitchen, we

availed the space to more sunlight.

And more sunlight means more

time to accomplish tasks. To the left

of the window is a desk area, a

perfect spot for the computer, mail,

message center and technological

devices.

On the other side of the window is

the range, which, with its pull out

drawers on either side for various

cooking essentials, makes preparing

a meal much easier. The free-standing

stainless steel refrigerator adds a

perfect balance to the area.

Another key element of the space

is the fireplace.

The fireplace was always there,

but by taking out the wall next to it,

we allowed more light to flow into

the space, said Shinneman who

explained they also removed the red

brick frame of the fireplace and

installed a stacked stone brick in

its place to accentuate the lighter,

brighter appeal of the space. The

adjoining cut-in for wood storage

was similarly framed. On the kitchen

side of the fireplace is a recessed

cabinet, which is a perfect place to

store dog food and dog leashes.


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acked by hard work and determination, dreams are achievable. They are most rewardingly

achieved with family however, says Tony Privitera, Vice President of Mark One Electric

Company, Inc. in Kansas City.

Up before dawn for a quick workout, then off to check on the many family owned properties in

the area before beginning his day at Mark One, Privitera considers himself fortunate to continue

in the family business and contribute to its continued success.

It is a family business and I am only one of the members, though. We each have a place and do

our part, he shared of the family business.

Mark One Electric has a 65-year history and has been owned by the Privitera family for 35 of

those years. Tony and his siblings, Roseanna, Joe, and Carl, all started working in the family business

as teens, and continued into more prominent roles as adults.

Throughout the years, the family bought many undervalued commercial properties in the area,

fixed them up and then made them available for lease.

Both businesses are growing, and equally important, one does not overshadow the other,

Privitera explained of the familys business interests.

If it seems like it would take a full team of people to manage all of the efforts, it does. The size of

the task does not deter him however.

My siblings and I work in unity. In fact, if you asked any one of us a question you would very

likely get the exact same answer. We are that in tune, that united in what we do. I think that is what

makes the business successful unity and continuity. It is not about one of us. It is about the

betterment of the business, and that is about each of us.

In talking to Privitera, there is a definite sense of history, of being grounded to the past, and

linked to the future. A trait he says was instilled in him by his father.

It is about hard work now and saving for the future. My dad used to ask, When is it time to

save money? When you have it. That is something we live by, Privitera passionately shared.

Success may not come easy, but it can come. The very fact that it must be sought after, and

worked for is what makes it so valuable. Privitera makes certain to treasure every moment, never

stop working hard, and make way for those who come after him.

Tony PriviteraROSANA SQUARE SHOPPING CENTER

Coming from an immigrant family, 2nd generation business owner Tony

Privitera is one of the hardest working and most diligent people I know.

Rosana Square Shopping Center, owned by a family conglomerate, is run

by Tony and his team. Working in a family business with several siblings,

Tony has earned the respect of everyone in his family, always one of the

first to roll up his sleeves to get the job done!

~ Zoe Herrington {Man of


B

hen Jackie Beucher landed an inside sales job with Earle M. Jorgensen Company in 1973,

the metal distribution company had to virtually rewrite the rules, because Jackie was breaking

every one of them.

It is still a male-dominated industry, and a woman in sales was almost unheard of. Women were

to be secretaries, and were not to eat or smoke at the desk, and certainly not work in sales. I did all

of those things, she laughed.

Not only did she work in sales, where most predicted she would not last three months, she excelled.

I was promoted to outside sales three years later, when I soon earned one of many Salesman

of the Year awards. Many of my competitors thought I wouldnt last long. I proved them wrong for

over 23 years in that job.

In 1998, her boss asked her to develop business for the aircraft industry, and in the face of

opposition, made the division a highly competitive and successful venture for the company.

I guess you can say I have been a trail blazer for 45 years, and have enjoyed every minute of it,

Beucher soundly affirmed.

Beuchers interests span a wide range of areas, but all reflect her willingness to embrace a

challenge and not be confined to the expectations of others.

In my spare time, I also participate in the American Legion Riders and the Patriot Guard

Riders, explaining they were interests introduced to her by her ex-husband.

Never satisfied to stay still, another passion, astronomy, plays an important role in her life.

I joined the Astronomical Society of Kansas City in 1984, just in time for Halleys Comet. The

ASKC is one of the largest and most active groups of amateur astronomers in the country and own

Powell Observatory, which has one of the largest club telescopes and viewing sites in the Mid-West.

Beucher often volunteers at the observatory, which offers many educational programs to the

community. It is open every Saturday night to the public.

Astronomy has also taken her all over the world, serving as a guide on Full Eclipse tours which

occur anywhere on Earth, often in remote locations. I have had the pleasure of leading tours to

magnificent places like Tahiti, Aruba, Greece, Australia, China, and even Siberia. It has been an

amazing pleasure to travel and share my passion in Astronomy with others, she reflected.

The adventurer has also served 13 years as a National Officer for the Astronomical League which

comprises nearly 2000 societies throughout the world.

While she loves her home, and has a special fondness for gardening, she is always ready for the

next big adventure.

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Jackie BeucherPOWELL OBSERVATORY

One of the most versatile people I know is Jackie Beucher. When she comes

into Noble House, my favorite thing is to ask other customers What would you

guess Jackies profession is? I always get physician as an answer plus a whole

array of other professions! I have known Jackie for over 25 years. The quality

I love most about her is her ability to face adversity and come out on top every

time with dignity and aplomb. Here is her amazing story and journey...

~ Zoe Herrington

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KCHS:

KIMBALL: Be creative. By using two zone and three zone cooking areas, you can

control the quality of the finished product. I often use the indirect heat zone to reverse

sear steaks, this allows more smoke flavor penetration into the meat before you final

sear it over the high heat zone.

KCHS:

KIMBALL: The biggest secret to success is choosing a good quality meat. Ones with

a good protein to fat ratio are best. For ground beef, I prefer 80-20%. For steaks, a

ribeye or KC strip are my favorite. Chicken thighs retain more moisture than breasts and

hold up much better to high heat cooking.

KCH&S had the opportunity to get some grilling advice from the grill experthimself, Chef Shannon Kimball. Hes an award-winning sauce creator,private chef, culinary instructor, founding member of the Kansas City FoodArtisans; and member of the Flavor Trade team, a company that exists tohelp small businesses and entrepreneurs with co-packing, incubation, anddistribution of their goods in Kansas City.


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KCHS:

KIMBALL: Planking delicate meats and cheeses to infuse natural

flavors will elevate the quality of taste. Try alderwood planked

salmon or trout, or try applewood planked soft cheese like

Gouda, cheddar or mozzarella. Another great way to infuse

natural flavor is to cook with herbs. Use rosemary sprigs instead

of skewers for beef and vegetable kabobs, or toss sprigs of

rosemary, sage or thyme over your fire while grilling. This will impart

a great taste into your meats.

KCHS:

KIMBALL: Overcooking seems to be the biggest mistake in grilling.

Understanding carryover cooking can help solve this problem. For

instance, to cook a 1 1/2 steak to a perfect 132 F. medium rare,

I would remove it from the grill when the internal temperature

reaches 127 F. During the resting period, a large cut of meat will

carryover cook and increase in temperature by up to 5 degrees.

KCHS:

KIMBALL: Cooking burgers, chicken and pork to 180 F. for safety

is not necessary, you will cook the natural juices and flavor right

out! Try cooking burgers to no more than 155 F. If you trust your

butcher or grind your own from fresh meat, cooking to medium,

145 F. is perfectly fine. Chicken and pork are safe to enjoy at 165 F.

KCHS:

KIMBALL: Sauces should be used for enhancing flavors, not over

powering them. They should also be used for moisture retention for

leaner cuts of meat by marinading those cuts in a mixture of your

favorite sauce combined with olive oil and fresh herbs. Sauces with

high sugar content should be used toward the end of your cooking

process as a glaze. Applying them too early will cause them to

scorch and taste bad.

KCHS:

KIMBALL: Make desserts on the grill! Marinated peaches or

pineapple, grilled over fruitwood are absolutely delicious. Top them

with a scoop of homemade ice cream and a drizzle of port wine

glaze! Smoked cheesecake is often requested for our backyard

parties. After youre done grilling your meal, cool your grill to

below 120 F., add some fruitwood like peach or apple, add your

cheesecake and cover with the grill lid. It only takes about 10

minutes to infuse some good smokiness into the cheesecake. The

colder the cheesecake is before smoking, the longer you can leave

it on the grill. I will move my cheesecake from the refrigerator to

the freezer for a couple hours and then right to the smoker. This will

produce a dessert with a cool creamy center and a slightly melted,

mild smoky piece of heaven!


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What will cause the Prime index to go up? The interest rate on your HELOC is determined by addinga margin to the Prime rate. This means that your interest rate will go up when the Prime rate goes up.

The Prime rate changes whenever the Federal Reserve changes their Federal Funds rate. The Fed haskept its Federal Funds rate at or near zero percent for the past several years. The Fed has indicated that they'll beincreasing the Fed Funds rate as the economy recovers. This means that as the economy continues to get better, theinterest rate on your HELOC is likely to go up.1

What happens after the initial draw period? Some HELOCs turn into amortized mortgages after the initialdraw period. This means that your monthly payment would probably go up dramatically from where it

is now if you are currently making interest-only payments. Other HELOCs must be paid off after theinitial draw period because a balloon payment will be due. Its important to find out if you can keep the HELOC(albeit with a much higher payment), or if youll be forced to refinance or pay off the HELOC at the end of theinitial draw period.

What would be my blended interest rate if I keep the HELOC? Your blended interest rate is determinedby your total interest expense on all of your loans. For example, assume you locked in a very low mortgage

rate on your first mortgage. Is it really worth it to have two loans instead of one if your HELOC will bere-amortizing and the interest rate is likely to go up? You may want to consider whether you can combine the twoloans into one and walk away with a lower blended interest rate on both of your loans combined.

What would be my total monthly payment if I keep the HELOC? There will likely be a cash flow differenceone way or another if you keep the HELOC or if you combine it into your first mortgage. The1extra cash

flow can be used to invest or pay down principal. The only way1to find out is to ask the question!

Thousands of HELOCs will begin coming due every month. Is yours one of them? Contact me so that we canfurther explore your options of refinancing and combining your first and second mortgages. Curtis Schartz is aCertified Mortgage Planning Specialist (CMPS) with First State Bank Mortgage. He has well over a decade ofexperience. Realtors engage Curtis because he is creative, experienced, and passionate.

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Good VibrationsK i s s S p r i n g g o o d b y e , s u m m e r i s t a k i n g a b o w . Kansas City happens to be blessed with a bevy of restaurants that long ago recognized

the simple delight of dining al fresco. The setting is not quite as casual as a picnic or

hemmed in by formality. Outdoor dining is more laid-back begging the case to linger, even

meander around and chat up others enjoying themselves.

Three establishments, Chaz on the Plaza, Californos and Barrel 31 have discovered

how to create a deliciously memorable evening.

The ingredients are simple enough. They all start with a sheltered niche settled with

comfortable seating. Simple, unfussy dcor becomes the backdrop for delicious food.

Finally, the evening is underscored with a playlist of unforgettable songs.

Once youve tried the experience, nothing short of bliss describes an evening in June

dining outdoors under a canopy of moonlight.


INDULGENCESS T O R Y B Y G L O R I A G A L E

Were extending aninvitation to enjoy the

pleasures of theseason as harmonyabounds on some ofKansas Citys most

enticing outdoor patios.

There are many jewels in our city crown. One in particular is The Raphael

Hotel incorporating Chaz, a nationally recognized bistro. Little wonder

why this venue is touted as one of our best fine dining restaurants.

Executive Chef Charles dAblaings cooking style features regional

bounty with a nod toward his southern roots. His signature items

include fried green tomatoes, shrimp and grits, diver caught scallops,

and a hand-cut, fork-tender beef tenderloin steak that advances the

Midwests beef reputation. Our wet-aged prime beef Kansas City Strip

is the best steak in Kansas City, says Chef dAblaing.

Come summer, Chaz adds a new dimension when a rotating list of

musical talent entertains on the front lawn. Coupled with the romance

of al fresco dining on the courtyard overlooking the Country Club Plaza,

Chaz brings new meaning to a heavenly experience.

325 Ward Parkway, Kansas City, MO Raphaelkc.com

Tenure for restaurants can be mercifully short. Not, however, at Californos

that opened in 1988. Patrons of this Westport establishment can count

on excellent food and service that has secured its reputation throughout

the decades.

Led by executive chef, Marita Swift, the restaurant showcases her

culinary talent woven into inventive, seasonal menus.

Its always an experience at Californos where live music is a given.

Entertainment, whether in the saloon, on the north or south deck, in

the bistro or main bar, keeps the house humming with the likes of

Marilyn Wood and Rich Hill among others. Try an Opera Supper for a

stirring evening of exceptional voices.

4124 Pennsylvania, Kansas City, MO californos.com

Martini Corner at Union Hill is destination dining with a decidedly

edgy feel.

Situated in a 19th century brick building, whiskey-centric Barrel 31 has

just the right combination of vintage ambiance merged with executive

chef, Eric Carters definitive gastronomy.

Together, dining at Barrel 31 is a fine mix. Heres a sampling: Southern

Belle Country Ham, Vella Jack Cheese, Peach Chutney, Crunchy

Slaw and Toasted Banana Bread or Dry-Aged Flat Iron Steak with Chef

Erics Beet Home Fries served with togarashi mayo.

The skys the limit on suggested cocktail pairings since this house

boasts an arms length of plentiful and unique spirits. No luck finding

that sought after single malt? Look no further, this is the place.

Barrel 31s interior is indeed inviting but ramp it up and sit on the back

patio where live music featuring DJ Kyle Rieger and guest DJs from

4-8 p.m. debuts on Whiskey Thump Sundays.

400 E. 31st, Kansas City, MO Barrel31.com

Chaz at the Raphael... Strings on the green

Californos... A little night music

Barrel 31... Stylish grub and gulp


Opposite and above photos courtesy of Chaz at the Raphael

Photo courtesy of Californos

Photo courtesy of Barrel 31/ Photo by London Angelique Photography

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