Fall 2022 E Magazine The Element of Engagement Mountain Home Transformation The inspiration that started it all Provided by Stewp Free Guide
A pint size dining space high on charm beckons you to linger over breakfast while taking in the mountain side view 16 My Northern Home Fall 2022
G ray Wolf Haven Rustic Elegant Magical My Northern Home Fall 2022 17
hen Rick and Sandy Sheldon set out to find their home away from home in the Sierra Nevada mountains it didn t take long to find the perfect not so perfect abode When the Thomas Kinkade ish storybook facade at the end of one of the most beautiful streets in Northstar s Big Springs community came into view it had pick me written all over it 18 My Northern Home Fall 2022
LOCATION SQUARE FOOTAGE ARCHITECTURE INTERIOR DESIGN Renovation Required With renovation on the horizon Rick and Sandy divided and conquered he set out to find the contractor she designed the new interiors My Northern Home Fall 2022 19
before hile the exterior was up to par the interior Not so much but that s what made it perfect it was ripe for renovation The interior finishes weren t what Sandy had envisioned however the proportions and flow were exactly what they were looking for With 4 bedrooms and 3 1 2 bathrooms it would easily accommodate their family and guests which elevated it to forever home status It had vaulted ceilings galore expansive windows rustic log beams and extensive stonework WHAT DIDN T THEY LIKE White pine ceilings and wainscotting Spanish looking 18 off white floor tiles almost dirty looking faux finished walls taupe colored kitchen cabinetry and countertops fabric cornices adorned with roses and green interior exterior carpet before Raw white pine everywhere Off white tile didn t read mountain home 20 1999 did t know how much I loathe taupe My Northern Home Fall 2022
Inspiration Stone Detail No designer credited with this photo on Pinterest The moment Sandy saw this photo the design direction was estabished cozy rustic elegance With a similar window expanse and rustic beams already in place it was a matter of designing a new stone fireplace and finding the right mason to install similar details and capture the appeal Artwork was sourced to mimic the inspiration room My Northern Home Fall 2022 21
TIP TIP Before The stone mason nailed it Shrinking the depth of the fireplace as it got closer to the ceiling minimized the overall weight of the new stone Reusing existing firebox glass doors saved cost The first order of business was to remove all the surfaces that weren t staying and to install new stonework Sandy was so excited when she found the exact same stone as the inspiration photo The greatroom with it s soaring ceiling deserved a massive fireplace to take advantage of the ceiling height instantly creating a substantial new focal point TIP The stone consisted of random sizes installed at different depths to create added interest and texture The face of the entertainment island also received the beautiful new stone All three of these fixtures were in the same space Not only did they not When there s belong together stylistically no doubt Rip the scale was all wrong Them Out TIP 22 Wood floor being installed over hydraunic heating My Northern Home Fall 2022
The painting contractor was able to create a custom wall color that matched the inspiration room perfectly After All of the woodwork received different levels of stain saturation to achieve a richer more rustic appearance Random width reclaimed wood floors were installed over hydronic heat My Northern Home Fall 2022 23
After Rich dark stain new paint and hardware black leatherd perimeter coutertops island live edge 3 thick stone rustic wood floors 24 My Northern Home Fall 2022
Install custom artwork with meaning to make your space special to you Upon seeing the home post renovation and with before in his mind Rick walked around taking it all in and he said everyone should Make what you have magnificant no matter what it is you have I loved it so much that I put his words in the space to remind us of how far this home had come My Northern Home Fall 2022 Appliances all stayed in original locations to keep costs down 25
TIP Renovating a second home allows you the opportunity to make finish choices you wouldn t necessarily choose for a main residence Bring on the color and themespecific decor have fun Copper sink sets the rustic tone 26 This very tiny powder room got a big dose of function when this rustic vanity was brought in to provide a surface for both necessities and decor My Northern Home Fall 2022
TIP This custom window treatment was installed to 1 create privacy from the neighbor 2 allow me to shift the bed to the adjacent wall to create a beautiful dramatic focal point as soon as you walk in the space and 3 give a more heightened elevated appearance to the bed Before TIP Fireplace was given the same new stone treatment to make it harmonious with the rest of the house My Northern Home Fall 2022 27
TIP Installation of blackout drapes blinds provides enough darkness for sleeping however leaving top windows free of adornment ensures that indoor outdoor livability is still alive and well 28 My Northern Home Fall 2022
TIP Don t be afraid to redesign rooms to function for the way you use a home Previously the dining room this space was turned into the family TV room w ample seating for the whole clan TIP When designing a whole home renovation choose fixtures and finishes that create flow by installing repetitive elements from room to room Each of these spaces contain black accents stone dark hardwood unifying color palettes My Northern Home Fall 2022 29
30 IN THE TREE TOPS This front facing deck makes one feel almost as if they re suspended in the tops of the trees During the FALL it s a kaleidoscope of crimson colors which match all the paint colors and fabrics on the inside My Northern Home Fall 2022
The exterior Thomas Kincade ish facade was so perfectly set in the pinetree studded enclave that no modifications outside were necessary With so many exterior rooms at this magical quintessential mountain home the only decision one has to make is whether to achieve home body status inside or out Rick and Sandy are looking forward to this home s next chapter My Northern Home Fall 2022 31
We re opening our doors and we d love to invite YOU in We want you to enjoy the same great experience we have each time we make our escape to the beautiful Tahoe mountains Gray Wolf Haven is coming to the short term rental market very soon To be notified as soon as it makes it s debut on VRBO subscribe to the mailing list at RockHavenFarm com and or follow SSDesignHub on Instagram at rockhavenfarm_ 32 My Northern Home Fall 2022
What is STEWP Stewp is a gloriously fulfilling body of hearty ingredients whose rich consistency is thicker and soup but thinner than stew My Northern Home Fall 2022 34
TM Original Recipe Hearty Beef STEWP 2T organic ghee 1 medium red onion chopped 4 cloves garlic sliced 1T dried organic oregano 1t salt 1t black pepper 1 3t red pepper flake 1 1 2 lbs grass fed chateaubriand cubed 3 4 cup Beringer Cabinet Sauvignon 5 shiitake mushrooms sliced 2T organic Better Than Bouillon roasted beef base mixed in 5 cups water 1 medium zuccini sliced in rings and then halved 2 cups 1 2 Delecata squash cut in 1 2 cubes 2 cups 30 French green beans ends trimmed and cut in half Wide Egg Noodles 1 4 of a 16 oz bag cooked per package instructions Organic micro broccoli sprouts 1 2 of a 2 5 oz container In a dutch oven melt ghee over medium heat Add onion and garlic Stir to combine and cook until onion starts to become translucent approx 2 minutes Add oregano salt black pepper and red pepper flake Stir in beef and brown for five minutes Add wine mushrooms and beef broth stir Cover and cook over medium high heat for 20 minutes stirring twice Add zuccini Delacata and green beans Cover and cook over medium heat for 10 15 minutes or until squash is soft Add cooked egg noodles and micro broccoli sprouts Stir to combine and simmer over low heat uncovered for five minutes Ladle into serving bowls while hot and ENJOY Serves 6 Property of com
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