A WALK ON THE WILD SIDE
When interior designer Kay Genua suggested hot pink leather chairs for her client’s living room, he said, “I love it!” And just like that, they were off on another design adventure. Genua is a native of Fort Worth, who honed her skills working in the fashion industry in New York City and Dallas. She is […]
THROUGH HIS EYES
Fine art photographer Mital Patel also could be called a professional international traveler, having visited more than 200 cities in 40 countries, spanning 18 time zones. He takes three or four expeditions each year in his quest to capture the global beauty many of us never get to see. “Travel is part of my passion—to […]
MODERN MOUNTAIN
Nestled into a wooded lot near Celina, Texas, this new-construction home is designed to embrace nature, family and life’s simple joys. Interior designer Stephanie Kratz is well known for having an endless supply of ideas, which came in handy when COVID-related supply change challenges required some problem-solving. Through a very thoughtful process, Kratz and her […]
BUILDING A HOME
Just 25 miles from Dallas, Midlothian is a rapidly growing, not-so-well-kept secret. With an innovative and successful school district, traditions such as seasonal festivals and parades, a thriving downtown area, an arts festival, and a community that strives to bring people together, this small city has become a haven for busy families. That sense of […]
DREAM MAKER
Terri Becker is a creator of intoxicating spaces—a self-professed artist in constant pursuit of beautiful design. She is a specialist in both residential and commercial remodels who thrives on challenge, innovation and out-of-the-box creativity. A celebrated Dallas designer, Becker is also an ambitious self-starter whose inspiration to set out on her own began with a […]
TRUE COLORS
As we walk through the front door of this new home in Flower Mound, Texas, we’re greeted by a joyful 10-foot bronze statue of a woman against a warm stone wall. Her arms are stretched to the sky, and between her hands is a rainbow-colored array of origami cranes. This is the first hint that […]
BENT TREE BEAUTY UPROOTED
To say that Cheryl van Duyne, ASID, RID, is an interior designer would be a tremendous understatement. One would have to include descriptors like creative visionary, furniture designer, space planning and lighting designer, project manager and award-winning lifestyle specialist to fully capture the breadth of her talent. With 34 years of practical experience under her […]
R GRODEN GALLERY
A LOVER and collector of fine art and beautiful objects, Jill Sertsoz’s passionate advocacy for the talents of gifted artists served as the impetus for establishing the R Groden Gallery in October 2021. Strictly dedicating the space to the works of artist Randy Groden, Sertsoz has created a gallery whose mission is to provide designers […]
CELEBRATING TEXAS DESIGN
Chuck Anastos Associates, LLC | Tina Anastos, ASID Category: Traditional/Transitional Living Space, 1st place & BEST IN SHOW Category Group: Residential
GOOD BONES
It was perhaps the most daring change in the design of the Guthrie’s’ home that turned out to be its greatest success. Doree and Roddy Guthrie, who have lived in their McKinney townhouse for a little over a year, had friends over after a day of golfing to give them a tour of their […]
