DESIGN by VANESSA DELEON ASSOCIATESPHOTOGRAPHY by LAURA MOSSTEXT by DONNA ROLANDO “A modern, beauty vibe”— that was the directive a Wayne couple gave New York City-based designer Vanessa DeLeon as they handed her the keys to their Toms River summer home and walked away. Followers of hers on social media for years, the couple had […]
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Throw A Perfect Pasta Party
Though Labor Day and summer barbecues are in the rearview, the season of backyard get-togethers is still in the forefront. You’ve already upgraded the entertaining space and have a place where guests can relax; all you need now is to reimagine the menu. While burgers and hot dogs are great, a pasta party may be […]
Fields Of Gold
As summer begins its graceful transition into fall, New Jersey’s sunflower fields are at their golden peak—swaying in late-season breezes and offering a spectacular canvas of yellow across the Garden State. Whether you’re looking for a quiet countryside stroll, a picture-perfect backdrop or simply the joy of seeing acres of blooms stretch toward the sun, […]
Join The Dark Side
For years, light colors have ruled the walls of well-appointed homes—but recent insights suggest it may be time move to different hues. According to new data from Zillow, homebuyers are showing a preference for bold, nature-inspired colors over traditional light palettes, signaling a shift toward more dramatic and expressive interiors. Think deep greens and blues. […]
The Power of Art
Many of us are guilty of losing hours to wandering museums and galleries, and who can blame us? Art is transportive, powerful—and, of course, beautiful. From explosions of abstract color to explorations of nature or the human form, the right art piece has the power to change the mood and energy of a space. Want […]
A Cottage Catches Up
DESIGN by ANNA KROESSER AND AMELIA STRAT, KROESSER + STRAT DESIGNPHOTOGRAPHY by REGAN WOODTEXT by NAYDA RONDON The story’s ending was predictable enough. When a long-standing client asked Anna Kroesser and Amelia Strat, co-founders/lead designers of New York City-based Kroesser + Strat Design, to revamp an outdated guest cottage on the grounds of his circa1960s […]
Smokin’ Sanctuary
DESIGN by JENNIFER PACCAINTERIORS PHOTOGRAPHY by MARCO RICCATEXT by MARISA SANDORA CARR What to do with a pool room when no one plays pool? Reimagine the space as a cozy cigar room, perfect for having a drink and enjoying a smoke. That’s what Joshua Epstein tasked Jennifer Pacca of Jennifer Pacca Interiors to create in […]
Project Oasis
DESIGN by SCENIC LANDSCAPINGINTERIORS PHOTOGRAPHY by HEATHER KNAPPTEXT by DARIUS AMOS Relocating to another part of town may not sound like starting anew, but Eric and Nicole Freeman’s move from one Westfield neighborhood to the next came with an entirely blank slate. After several years at their old address, the couple purchased a lot a […]
Bakers’ Delight
DESIGN by ARIELLE MIZRAHIDESIGN PHOTOGRAPHY by ANNA HERBSTTEXT by DONNA ROLA The aroma of fresh-baked cookies? It’s not unusual, these days, to find it wafting through a certain Millburn home. That’s when there’s a baking collaboration among family members, including three children, and they would be elbowing and jostling each other for sure had their […]
What Today’s Buyers Want—Now
In today’s competitive real estate market, it’s not just location that seals the deal—it’s the details. Creating great curb appeal, of course, is one of the first steps when deciding to sell your home. (It’s also ideal if you’re not entering the market.) But after potential buyers walk through the doors, what are they looking […]
7 Shows For A Softer Summer Soundtrack
There’s nothing like grooving to Beyoncé or Billie Eilish during summer, but sometimes the senses call for something more quietly powerful: Bach, Beethoven or another classical composer, perhaps. Across New Jersey, classical music concerts offer a more refined alternative to the summer jam, whether it’s an evening under the stars with a symphony orchestra or […]