DESIGN by KAREN WOLF INTERIORSPHOTOGRAPHY by RAQUEL LANGWORTHYTEXT by LESLIE GARISTO PFAFF The decks were not an afterthought. When Valerie and Rich Falcone were working with designer Karen Wolf to create a waterfront house on Long Beach Island, they didn’t just want to bring the outdoors in; they wanted to draw the inhabitants out. “We […]
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‘Play Outside’ With The Season’s Top Tech
The latest TVs, computers and high-tech kitchen gear tend to grab headlines, but garden gadgets and outdoor devices always excite us too. If you haven’t seen some of 2024’s top equipment for gardens, yards, pools and more, here are four items that can help you (or your landscaper) around the house this summer: For the […]
Get Inspired At These 6 New Jersey Galleries
Though New York is a showcase for the who’s-who and what’s-what in the art world, New Jersey’s art scene is just as diverse, varied and impressive. Our state can more than hold its own, and we have the museums and galleries to prove it. Whether you’re looking for incredible garden architecture, outstanding performances or world-class […]
For Love Of Old Things
DESIGN by KATE MAZZAPHOTOGRAPHY by JACOB SNAVELYTEXT by NAYDA RONDON With three young children and another on the way, the owners of a newly purchased colonial in Montclair needed “a great project manager to help handle all the moving parts.” Based on a friend’s recommendation, they contacted Kate Mazza of the Montclair-based Mazza Collective, and […]
Hot In The Kitchen (And Bath): What’s New For 2024
The GE café at KBIS 2024 Let’s face it: A kitchen or a bathroom remodel is exciting, but making decisions about it—from design to appliances—isn’t as easy as it sounds. You’ll find incredible inspiration in physical showrooms and even more while scrolling online sources, but how do you narrow down your choices? Don’t fret, however, […]
Reap The Benefits Of An Edible Garden
Spending time outside in your garden is not only a great way to enjoy the outdoors, it’s also an engaging way to keep your yard beautiful and improve your mental health. Why not let it improve your diet too? Eating backyard-to-table, rather than just farm-to-table, gives you complete control over the food you eat. Worried […]
Modern But Historic
Design by Olma Fuentes, Deni + Dove InteriorsPhotography by Raquel LangworthyText by Leslie Garisto Pfaff Can a pair of modern minimalists and a traditional 1940s colonial happily coexist? Yes, apparently, if one of those minimalists is an ingenious professional designer with a knack for seamlessly blending old and new. Olma Fuentes, founder and principal designer […]
Rumson Retreat
DESIGN by JESSICA FISCHER, JFD CREATIVEPHOTOGRAPHY by ANDREW FRASZTEXT by NAYDA RONDON New York City is exciting and fast-paced. But sometimes you just want to escape and savor life in the slow lane while reconnecting with family in a home-away-from-home setting. That’s what two brand-new empty nesters, a city-dwelling married couple, envisioned when they purchased […]
Dreaming In Neutral
DESIGN by MICHAL RUBINPHOTOGRAPHY by MG INFOCUSTEXT by NAYDA RONDON How often do we get to actually make our dreams come true? Michal Rubin of Livingston-based MR Interiors truly did when she got to design her family’s Livingston home. She lavished all her creative energy on realizing her vision—a 5,000-square-foot new-construction with six bedrooms and […]
Interior Designer Showcase
Spring is the best time of year to redesign your living room or dining room…remodel your kitchen or a bathroom…or refurnish a bedroom, den or great room. These businesses, all advertisers in NJ Home magazine, can help you achieve great results and make your home a special place for entertaining guests or just relaxing with family. Frank […]
6 Steps To Start Your Garden
Getting down and dirty in the garden can be rewarding and good for your health. While its best to leave the big projects to the pros, there are many garden activities (planting flowers and veggies, for instance) anyone can do to get their yard ready for spring and summer. Before you put your hands in […]