Kappa Kappa Gamma - University of Kentucky

"Oh Pat" Society ($1,000 to $2,499) Janie Wills In memory of Karen Gerard Temple Michler '75 Ruth Gildart Lewis '45 In memory of Martha Willis Watkins 1912, Charlotte Willis Gildart 1916, Ruth Willis Radcliffe '31, and Mary Stanton Willis Doll Jane Blount Michler '47 Susanne Hillborn Ridlon '54 In memory of Barbara Hillborn Kunz '56 Lucy Allen Ware Rodes '53 In memory of Elizabeth Rodes Barbee 1911, Eddie Bradley Stoll Ware '31, and Dorothy Dyer Rodes Virginia Fincel Redford '59 In honor of Ann Fincel Moore '54 Ruth Early Cannon '60 Betty Ann Marcum McLean '60 Lana Coyle Perlman '60 Trudy Mascia Burkhard '62 Lauranne Laise Howell '62 Sallie Dunn Bear '63 In memory of Lucille Thornton Blazer '33 Barret Prewitt Fuller '63 In memory of Mary Barret Smith Jean Ward Scott '65 In memory of LucileThornton Blazer '33 Marianne Banta Wade '65 Sandra Boggs Baynham '66 Dana Paulson Davis '67 Elizabeth Tucker Jones '69 Joanne Jackson Owen '69 Beth Bunzendahl Porter '69 Sue Herrington Scheiwe '69 Kathleen Haney Francis '71 Celynda Lillibridge Dudley '72 Janie Jones Stratigos '72 Lynn Lacroix '73 Ann Hughes Marcuccilli '73 Lizabeth Mulloy Williams '75 Sally Hager Wood '76 Sherry Carpenter Leavell '78 Susan Vander Linden Reaves '80 Lynne Hunt Lattimer '85 Ashley Ciminella Judd '87 Jacqueline Pramuk Board '90 Mary Beth Arnett Meagher '90 Jennifer Foley '98 Erin Parker Thomas '01 Ashley Reis '02 Courtney Eastman '04 Building the Fleur-de-Lis Future Architect Tom Wilmes Shares His Connection to Beta Chi N o matter what Tom Wilmes is designing, his goal remains the same: "to create a building that enhances the user's awareness of their personal environment, and positively im- pact their daily life and sense of well-being in ways both large and subtle." When Beta Chi began searching for an architect to redesign a chapter house to accommodate more than 300, Tom's blend of experience, creative problem-solving, and expertise drew Beta Chi to Wilmes & Associates Architects. A graduate of UK's College of Design, Tom has worked on a variety of projects nationwide, and has established a reputation as a talented, detail-oriented designer. He often exceeds clients' expectations with the finished result and Beta Chi is no exception. With design elements that blend tradition, a refined and contemporary aesthetic, and high-end amenities and industrial components, Tom and his design team have perfectly balanced Beta Chi's needs and personality. "We wanted to focus on creating a home for collegiate members while also giving them a secure and peaceful environment to live, study, foster bonds of friendship, and create lasting memories of their time at UK," Tom said. The strong sense of community Beta Chi fosters was also apparent to Tom over the course of project. "I am impressed with the vision and leadership from those at ΚΚΓ who spearheaded the project," Tom said. "The assembled team of design partners and alumnae worked together to ensure this was a successful venture." Now that a new semester has started and a new generation of members have moved in, it's clear that Beta Chi is poised to enjoy a future filled with sisterhood and growth. "The greatest reward of my career is when I run into clients, often years after a project is completed, and they tell me how much they still enjoy and appreciate the spaces we've created," Tom said. "With this project especially, it was hard not to be caught up in the enthusiasm, which makes all the hard work both fun and enjoyable. My sincere thanks to ΚΚΓ for allowing me to be a part of the team." View more of Tom's work at www.wilmesarchitects.com. Carole Hollowell Aimed for the Sky and Delivered a "Turnkey Package" An Interview with the Woman behind the Design T o say that Carole Hollowell is an experienced designer is an understatement. She has been present in the interior design scene for 25 years and is the owner of Carole Hollowell Interiors. Her dedication to a classic yet unique touch and tailored approach to meet clients detailed needs have earned her an esteemed career in interior design. Carole has worked with five different Greek organizations, including the Beta Chi chapter house. Carole was notified of the design opportunity by a friend, a ΚΚΓ Florida alumna, for a job at North Carolina State University. "I initiated my work with sororities while working on the new Kappa chapter house at NCSU. I loved the project and it made me eager for more great work with sororities." Carole also worked with Pi Beta Phi, Alpha Delta Pi, and Alpha Phi chapters. Carole's next connection with sororities was made possible by Matt Spearing when he contacted her to interview for the at 238 E. Maxwell house build. Carole, with her incredible team from Carole Hollowell Interiors, including Matt Spearing with Greek Resources Services, Tom Wilmes of Wilmes and Associates with his entire architectural team, Congleton-Hacker Company, and of course, Elizabeth Aulick Robertson, Gamma Phi '96 and Libby Green Messer '99, led the 35,000-square-foot project to its finality. Carole's long-term vision was for the chapter house to age timelessly and she reiterates you (Continued on page 4)

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