Republished by permission of The News-Gazette 2017. Permission does not imply endorsement. The gingerbread trim on the front porch matched that on the front of the home originally.

Republished by permission of The News-Gazette 2017. Permission does not imply endorsement. The backsplash features a painted version of the 1874 Italianate-style home painted by a California artist based on an old photo of the home.

As the name implies the Infinite is limitless in its design applications. The simple yet elegant shape will naturally draw attention for its style and inviting warmth. Perfect for both residential and commercial applications, Infinite can change appearance from modern to traditional by simply selecting the weathered & textured Travertine finish.

Afternoon sunlight releases the color of glass billets embedded in the west wall facing the Kitchen. The introduction of the glass billets was imagined as a musical illumination, fixed on the wall as implied notes set within an invisible stave. Charles Davis Smith, AIA

Republished by permission of The News-Gazette 2017. Permission does not imply endorsement. The sheep in the master bedroom came from The Goring, a luxury hotel in London near Buckingham Palace. Draperies and Interiors by Design in Savoy did the tapestry and curtains, as well as the curtains in the home theater

Elegant, high-tech home theater features contremporary furnishings, an entertainment center and smart home automation from Control4 to enhance the ambiance and add the ultimate in convenience. Broadcast the music of your choice using a whole-home audio solution, powered by Control4. The recessed smart lighting and access lighting is designed to create the perfect personalized ambiance. Other automation options may include smart appliances, programmable thermostat control for comfort and energy management, home security system integration, shade automation, and full A/V control. And everything can be controlled from virtually anywhere - using your Control4 app with a smart phone or tablet device or a convenient touch screen.

Republished by permission of The News-Gazette 2017. Permission does not imply endorsement. The original part of the the McDowell house is seen at right with the addition seen at left.

Republished by permission of The News-Gazette 2017. Permission does not imply endorsement. A claw foot tub and chandelier bring charm to a guest bathroom. The space was once the home's original bedroom.

designed for active kids and future leaders, black and white is an all american classic, nostalgic and self assured, in two painted finishes. as crisp and current as its name implies, this collection is as ageless as soccer balls, piano keys, dalmation dogs and dominoes. with enduring american style, black and white combines a relaxed nature with boundless storage and sleep options. expertly crafted with whimsical accents and artisan details, black and white is as bright, sophisticated and energetic as today's well rounded kids.

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Republished by permission of The News-Gazette 2017. Permission does not imply endorsement. A face emerges from the claw foot of a bathtub as it rests on penny tile in the guest bathroom.

As implied by its name, this kitchen preserves historic architectural elements while incorporating minimally detailed cabinetry, state-of-the-art appliances, and plenty of functional storage and workspace for the avid chef. http://www.houzz.com/pro/woodmode/wood-mode-fine-custom-cabinetry

As implied by its name, this kitchen preserves historic architectural elements while incorporating minimally detailed cabinetry, state-of-the-art appliances, and plenty of functional storage and workspace for the avid chef. http://www.houzz.com/pro/woodmode/wood-mode-fine-custom-cabinetry

As implied by its name, this kitchen preserves historic architectural elements while incorporating minimally detailed cabinetry, state-of-the-art appliances, and plenty of functional storage and workspace for the avid chef. http://www.houzz.com/pro/woodmode/wood-mode-fine-custom-cabinetry

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Republished by permission of The News-Gazette 2017. Permission does not imply endorsement. The wine room in the home's basement features floor tiles from a 19th-century French cathedral and a tabletop from the home's original kitchen table.

As implied by its name, this kitchen preserves historic architectural elements while incorporating minimally detailed cabinetry, state-of-the-art appliances, and plenty of functional storage and workspace for the avid chef. http://www.houzz.com/pro/woodmode/wood-mode-fine-custom-cabinetry

Republished by permission of The News-Gazette 2017. Permission does not imply endorsement. The garden room provides plenty of sunlight and a view of theowners' barn, left, which pre-dates the house and was refurbished by New Prairie Construction of Urbana and Trillium Dell Timberworks of Knoxville.