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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2019
FEATURES 16 The Bellemore Take a Look Inside This Stunning Property
21 MaRS Culture Inside MaRS Culture's Incredible Interior Design
24 A Thanksgiving Tribute Executive Chef Neal Cox Shares a Delicious Thanksgiving Recipe
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28 A Reverence for Life Meet Renowned Artist Barbara Hines
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DEPARTMENTS
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Lifestyle Letter
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Good Times
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Around Town
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Hot Spot
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Open House
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Locally Owned
24 Culinary Creations 28 Local Limelight 31
Realty Report
32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Local’s Choice
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WHEN IT COMES TO SHOPPING IN
Equinox has a reputation for being the
HOUSTON, THERE IS NO SHORTAGE OF
most luxurious of all health clubs. So it was
PLACES TO GO, BUT WHEN IT COMES TO
no surprise that Houston's only one is at River
UPSCALE STORES, HOUSTONIANS ARE
Oaks District. Equinox members have access
FLOCKING TO RIVER OAKS DISTRICT.
to an extensive collection of amenities includ-
It's known as Houston’s premium outdoor
ing Pilates, hot yoga, a barre studio, personal
shopping complex and is home to more
training and unlimited classes. Members with
than 60 of the most luxury brands in the
children can take advantage of the kids club,
world, making this particular spot inside the
or you may want to visit the shop where you
loop a Texas retail haven. Managed by The
can purchase exclusive Equinox performance
Festival Companies, River Oaks District is
clothing. Or maybe you decide to skip your
known as a shopping, dining and entertain-
workout altogether and head straight to the
ment destination like no other.
spa for an 18K gold facial or a performance
With a long list of brands such as Dior,
massage—I know I would!
Stella McCartney, Giuseppe Zanotti and
If you are a fellow movie buff, visiting iPic
Veronica Beard, you could easily spend an
movie theater is more than just going to
entire day strolling from store to store. But
watch a movie; it’s an experience all of its
it’s not just clothing stores that are available
own. You can start or end your night at The
here; there are luxury jewelers such as Harry
Tuck Room. This cozy and secluded restau-
Winston, makeup stores such as Nars and
rant serves a selection of tasty dishes such
the latest addition: Avant Garden. Avant
as buttermilk fried chicken or the 1924 Caesar
Garden is a flower boutique store that’s
salad. But even more enticing than the food is
become recognized nationally for its pre-
the delicious collection of cocktails, such as
mium and stunning floral arrangements and
the Tuck Margarita or the Cucumber Cooler,
highly curated gifts. So whether you're buy-
which you can enjoy in one of the armchairs
ing new shoes, a dazzling pair of earrings,
while listening to live music. Before your
a spectacular floral display or just window
movie starts, you can head to your seat—or
shopping, River Oaks District has it all.
should I say pod. Each private pod comes
And after all that shopping, you will have
equipped with blankets and pillows, a shelf to
certainly worked up an appetite. River Oaks
store your handbag, and a wall on one side to
District is home to 12 restaurants, and the
ensure you have full privacy. If you choose to
options are so varied from a Green Monster
skip The Tuck Room but still fancy something
smoothie at Fuel Health Bar to grilled Gulf
to nibble on during the film, you can choose
oysters at Bisou. My personal favorite is
something off the in-theater dining menu.
Toulouse Café and Bar. The steak tartare and
No matter what movie you come to watch,
beef bourguignon are dishes worth the extra
visiting iPic will spoil you and make it almost
calories, and you can wash it all down with a
impossible not to return.
delicious French 77 cocktail. And speaking of
River Oaks District is more than just a
all those extra calories, Equinox Gym is the
place to shop and eat; it’s truly a Houston
perfect place to burn them all off.
hot spot.
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Th e B e lle mor e F E AT U R E S
Marble covers all
Floor-to-ceiling
four corners of the
dows
grand foyer.
win-
The Parisian-style
The garden is fitted
On the third floor,
family
wine room is any
with a heated pool and
there is a room built
room flood the room in
wine lover's dream.
spa as well as a sum-
to be your private
mer kitchen perfect for
massage studio.
in the
natural light.
cooking outdoors.
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WHEN YOU CLOSE YOUR EYES AND PICTURE YOUR DREAM
Luxury Homes and was designed with comfortable, sophisticated living
HOME, WHAT DO YOU SEE? Do you see floor-to-ceiling windows
and grand-scale entertaining in mind. No expense was spared, and no
showering your living room in natural light? Do you see an exquisite
detail was overlooked in this stunning property.
marble foyer to welcome all of your guests? Do you picture dinner par-
This single-home sits on an impressive 24,300-square-foot lot,
ties featuring French wine straight from your Parisian-style wine room?
and with six bedrooms, there is ample room for you, your family and
Or is it maybe curling up next to the marble fireplace in your master
all your guests. As you enter the home, you step into a grand foyer
bedroom with a good book? Well, you can open your eyes and look
with striking marble, and Italian porcelain coats the floor, creating
no further. This spectacular property on Inwood Drive can make your
an entrance like no other. Just off the entrance is a formal living
dream home a reality. It is a sensational new construction by Al Ross
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OPEN HOUSE
(CON TI N U ED)
room where the Italian porcelain floors continue, and a gas-log
Over the bed is a unique barrel ceiling with LED lights. The windows
fireplace is a focal point. On the other side of the foyer is the for-
are framed with trees to keep this master retreat completely private.
mal dining room, which features a floating ceiling with built-in LED
The other bedrooms are awe-inspiring guest rooms all with en suites.
lighting to set the ambiance. Just off the dining room, there is also a
The master bathroom comes with a soaker tub and extra-large
wet bar and a Parisian-style wine room, creating the perfect setup
steam shower with double heads. Then just off the master bathroom
to host elaborate dinner parties. The elegant family room features a
is a shopping lover’s dream closet. With two islands, numerous built-
stately fireplace and built-in cabinetry. But the showstopper is the
ins and a wall-mounted TV, this is one place where you will want to
floor to ceiling windows, which flood the room with natural light.
spend hours getting ready.
The gourmet-style kitchen boasts an oversized island that the
No luxury home is complete without a cherry on the top, and with
entire family can gather around. And with endless storage, stainless
this home, it’s the third floor. There’s a dry sauna and a glass-en-
steel applications and a gorgeous Italian porcelain feature wall, this
cased wet sauna lined with glass mosaic tiles. But the indulgence
kitchen is a home cook's dream. And if you ever considered working
doesn’t stop there. There’s also a private massage studio and space
from home, then the home office/library will seal that deal. The glass
to fit plenty of gym equipment, making this third-floor retreat truly
doors look out on to the garden, where you will find a heated pool
feel like your own at-home spa.
with a summer kitchen perfect for outside dining. Upstairs, the master bedroom has a private sitting room with an opulent marble fireplace, perfect for enjoying a glass of wine by the fire. 18
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So if you haven’t already picked up the phone to book a viewing, then I suggest you do so right now. The Bellemore property is the definition of opulence and will not be on the market for long.
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STUNNINGLY BEAUTIFUL, A GREAT STORYTELLER AND ALWAYS THOUGHT-PROVOKING. Those are the qualities of the perfect dinner party guest, but they are also the traits that separate MaRS Culture interiors from the rest. A visual masterpiece of color, texture and storytelling through details are what the Houston-based interior architecture firm prides itself on. With more than 60 years of combined experience, Erick Ragni and Kelie Mayfield founded MaRS Culture to bring beauty, function and design integrity to each project they take on. The firm has a robust portfolio of award-winning projects, both stateside and internationally. Their work can be found in everything from corporate high-rises and hotels to restaurants and homes. “We like to think that our projects are rooted in discovery and craft a story that is particular to our clients or the community. Everything is curated so that it gives you an experience and has an authentic feel when you are in the space,” Kelie says. “The story we create informs every decision we make—everything from the flooring material to the artwork, furniture and how we do the lighting on the project.” Research and working with client’s needs are paramount to the design process for MaRS Culture. Bucking the trend of pretty Pinterest stylized interiors, the firm believes creating a genuine aesthetic is what makes their projects withstand the test of time. Depending on the scope and size of the project, the research phase can take weeks or even months. For MaRS Culture, it is about sifting through the fine details and creating design elements around them. “There is a lot of depth and thought that goes into the way we do design, and that goes right down to the minutia of the project like the stitching on a pillow. We like to be in a timeless space. The work that we do is very informed by a meticulous decision-making process that is the foundation of each project,” Erick says. Houstonians can find several of MaRS Culture projects throughout the city: Buffalo Heights, The Laura, 811 Main, as well as the tallest downtown residential community, The Preston, which will be completed in 2022. “We are always excited when we get an opportunity to work with Hines. The Preston is going to be a one-of-akind luxury community, and we can’t wait to unveil it to Houston,” Erick says. 22
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CULINARY CREATIONS
A THANKSGIVING TRIBUTE
ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE
YELLOW SWEET CORN
ARTICLE ABBY STRICKLAND | PHOTOGRAPHY DANIEL ORTIZ
BOUDIN SAUSAGE
YELLOW ONION
GARLIC CHICKEN STOCK
SHERRY VINEGAR
SHERRY WINE
THYME
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LOCAL LIMELIGHT
A RE VER ENCE FOR LIFE HOW DOES ONE CREATE WORKS RELEVANT TO THE
want to move hearts. Beauty is a wonderful way to reveal the
HUMAN CONDITION, USING ONE'S UNIQUE CAPACITY
mystery of truth.”
FOR EXPRESSION TO UPLIFT AND CONNECT WITH
In recent years, Barbara's work has evolved from painting
THE VIEWER? This is the primary question for Barbara
the places she loved toward elucidating the truths informed
Hines. Happily immersed in her studios and balancing family
by spiritual tradition. Always a seeker and devout practi-
life and travel time with her peripatetic and acclaimed hus-
tioner, her journey led her through Eastern religions and cul-
band, Barbara had always been content to remain in the
minated in a return to her until then unrevealed Jewish her-
background—but her current body of work is simply too
itage. She now finds herself exploring and embracing new
vibrant to exist in the shadows.
portals, offering a fresh take on the old world of inspiring
Just over 10 years ago, Meredith Long and his wife,
stories that inform her work. Her paintings address global
Cornelia, attended a party Barbara and Gerald were
and societal concerns, drawing on the strong moral and
hosting in Aspen for supporters of MD Anderson Cancer
ethical framework of religion to guide her brilliant intuition in
Center. When Cornelia came across one of Barbara's
the realms of color and form. In the words of Jan Greenberg,
paintings out on the deck, she immediately drew her hus-
"Each series is an exploration of change, of transformation,
band's attention to the work; thus began a serendipitous
of mood. ... Barbara's is a quiet voice far removed from art
though somewhat unintended career as an exhibiting art-
world trends or politics, yet it speaks with a reverence for
ist. Barbara's pursuit started with a drive to archive beautiful
life. A celebration!"
memories through photography and paint, imbuing her canvases with personal experience.
Three of her upcoming exhibitions include For The Sake of Heaven, where she will be showing with James
"The meditative act of painting forces one to reveal
Surls, Alexander Duncan, Jeffrey Brosk and George
more closely subjects often overlooked," Barbara says. "I’m
Tobolowsky; Joseph, on display at the Margolis Gallery in
interested in capturing and sharing transient moments;
Houston beginning Jan. 9; and Iceland from the Outside, open-
it’s important to leave a place for the viewer to insert them-
ing in New York in January 2020 at the recently completed
selves into the narrative. We’re all artists in our individual
Hines residential building—53 W. 53rd St.—which includes
endeavors; we create that to which we're drawn. I really
an exciting new expansion of the MoMA.
ARTICLE TYLER BOPP
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“THE MEDITATIVE ACT OF PAINTING FORCES ONE TO REVEAL MORE CLOSELY SUBJECTS OFTEN OVERLOOKED.”
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REALTY REPORT
REALTY REPORT
NEIGHBORHOOD
RIVER OAKS
ORIGINAL PRICE
SOLD PRICE
%SOLD/ORIG
DOM
BDRMS
BATHS
2943 Del Monte
$4,995,000
$4,300,000
86%
598
5
8
3311 Del Monte
$7,800,000
$6,994,750
90%
216
4
4
3839 Inverness
$4,650,000
$4,550,000
98%
47
4
6
3907 Inverness
$7,425,000
$6,300,000
85%
564
7
7
3643 Knollwood
$7,000,000
$7,000,000
100%
0
4
6
3756 Knollwood
$4,200,000
$3,700,000
88%
82
5
5
4045 Overbrook
$1,625,000
$1,730,000
106%
28
4
4
3640 Piping Rock
$2,700,000
$2,550,000
94%
112
4
4
2408 Reba
$1,350,000
$1,285,000
95%
15
4
3
2407 Stanmore
$2,199,000
$2,000,000
91%
10
4
5
4518 Staunton
$1,690,000
$1,640,000
97%
141
4
4
3870 Willowick
$5,995,000
$5,473,950
91%
547
4
7
3363 Inwood
$8,900,000
$8,900,000
100%
217
5
9
3458 Inwood
$11,000,000
$9,000,000
82%
90
3
9
2203 Brentwood
$4,350,000
$4,330,000
100%
91
4
6
Information compiled f rom First Multiple Listing Service and Georgia Multiple Listing Service f rom dates of 10/1/19 - 10/31/19. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and not a complete list of all activity. *DOM=Days on Market
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with Oysters, Brews & Blues – A Gulf
realized just how much the modern
Coast Collaboration event to benefit
world was shaped by lesser-known
RICE ENERGY FINANCE SUMMIT
the Coastal Conservation Association's
people and events in the past.
Building Conservation Trust oyster
Rice University
reef building project. Tickets are $75+
The Rice Energy Finance Summit is an
with a portion of proceeds benefiting
annual student-organized conference
the CCA Building Conservation Trust
focused on promoting forward-looking
project. The Mighty Orq will play roots
discussions on the most pressing energy
music from the Texas Gulf Coast out-
market, finance, investment and strat-
side on the backyard stage.
as a distinguished platform for senior executives and investors to share their perspective with fellow energy industry
The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston
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Texas Gala is a glittering evening of cel-
2019 PORSCHE FESTIVAL
bration has a great party feel, with auc-
ebration and fundraising at Houston’s most glamorous venue. The true cele-
Avenida De Las Americas
tions, speeches, surprises and more
A new Porsche tradition is born in
than a dash of British quirkiness. Gala
Houston, Texas. 2019 marks the first
table sponsors are offered the oppor-
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year of an annual celebration that
tunity to attend the awards ceremony
will pay homage to one of the most
in spring 2020, meet with the scholars
AN EVENING WITH GLORIA STEINEM
iconic automotive brands in history.
and present scholarship awards.
Fantastic examples of air-cooled
professionals and Rice University students, alumni, faculty and staff.
Congregation Emanu El
and water-cooled Porsches will be
Gloria Steinem on tour with her new
exhibited for one of the best heritage
book, The Truth Will Set You Free, But
displays in the state of Texas.
First It Will Piss You Off. Presented by Brazos Bookstore, in partnership with Congregation Emanu El and the Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center.
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10 INTERNATIONAL RISOTTO FESTIVAL
Annual
CoreNet
Golf
Golf Club of Houston. The event
Network.CoreNetGlobal.org to register.
afternoon of delicious Italian foods prepared by some of Houston’s top
University, will discuss what lies ahead for
chefs along with fantastic wines
higher education. Sponsored by the Rice
and Italian beverages plus music and
Initiative on Technology, Culture, and
entertainment, exotic cars, a charity
Society; Ken Kennedy Institute; and
auction and activities for kids.
OYSTERS, BLUES & BREWS 2019
2019
Tournament will take place at the
tion will follow at 4 p.m. Please visit
Jahanian, president of Carnegie Mellon
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The
invited to attend one of Houston’s finest culinary festivals. Enjoy an
computer scientist Dr. Moshe Y. Vardi.
Golf Club Of Houston
will begin at 10 a.m., and the recep-
In this special presentation, Farnam
Technology, Culture, and Society; led by
2019 ANNUAL CORENET GOLF TOURNAMENT
Fans of fine food and wine are cordially
Rice University
Presented in part by the Rice Initiative for
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Houston Design Center
21–24 2019 THETA CHARITY ANTIQUES SHOW
George R. Brown Convention Center
The Theta Charity Antiques Show
Office of Research at Rice University.
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BRITISH AMERICAN FOUNDATION OF TEXAS GALA 2019
The British American Foundation of
egy topics affecting the global energy industry today. The conference serves
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brings together top exhibitors, design-
STUFF YOU MISSED IN HISTORY CLASS
with proceeds benefiting deserving
ers, collectors and admirers of fine arts and decor in a beautiful three-day show local charities. Since its inaugural event
The Secret Group
at the Shamrock Hotel in downtown
Stuff You Missed in History Class is
Houston, the Theta Charity Antiques
a history podcast hosted by Holly
Show has donated nearly $8 million to
Goode Company Armadillo Palace
Frey and Tracy V. Wilson, two ladies
cultural, community, educational and
Celebrate the return of oyster season
who learned to love history as they
medical causes in Houston.
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LOCAL’S CHOICE
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CINDI ROSE IS A WORLD-RENOWNED SILHOUETTE ARTIST FROM HOUSTON. Her work has featured celebrities such as Elvis, Tony Bennett and Barbara Bush. To get to know her a little better, I invited Cindi to share with us some of her favorite things. 1. Favorite flower: Rose 2. Favorite drink: Celery and kale juice ARTICLE ABBY STRICKLAND | PHOTOGRAPHY HERB HOCHMAN
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