Sunday, August 21, 2011

DESIGN IN CHICAGO'S BUCKTOWN

This beautiful space in Chicago's Bucktown is a former barbershop.  The home features a partially renovated interior, leaving much of the original architecture.

The owners designed the interior with vintage and new furnishings that complement the many art pieces they have collected.  ENJOY!







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Saturday, August 20, 2011

PIERCE ALLEN ~ BATH DESIGN IN LONG ISLAND

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CHEDDAR TOMATO PIE


CHEDDAR TOMATO PIE


Ingredients


Crust

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/2" cubes
  • 1 cup buttermilk


Filling

  • 2 pounds large ripe tomatoes, cored and cut into 1/4" slices
  • 2 1/2 cups coarsely grated extra-sharp cheddar (8-9 ounces)
  • 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan (1/2 ounce)
  • 1 scallion, trimmed, chopped
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cornmeal

  • Special Equipment

    Use a 9"-diameter glass or ceramic pie dish


Preparation

Crust

  • Whisk first 4 ingredients in a medium bowl. Using your fingertips, rub in butter until coarse meal forms and some small lumps remain. Stir in buttermilk and knead gently with your hands until dough forms. Wrap dough in plastic and chill for 1 hour.


Filling

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Friday, August 19, 2011

DAVID EASTON ~ DESIGN ON RED MOUNTAIN

Interior designer David Easton and renovation architect Eric J. Smith renovated and designed this Aspen home on Red Mountain. After the renovation of the 1970’s home, Easton designed the interior using a palette of blue grays, tans, and biscuit, providing pops of color through his use of the art, pillows, and accessories.

Easton’s use of his trademark tall bay windows provide a breathtaking view of the lovely mountains and fireplaces add warmth to this beautiful family vacation home. ENJOY!







IF YOU MISSED ...

Photography by Laura Resen
Veranda Magazine September 2011

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