DESIGN by JEAN HERRON DESIGNPHOTOGRAPHY by VICTORIA ALFONZOTEXT by MICHELLE SYLVESTER COVID derailed a couple’s wedding but not their love story, which their new-construction Florham Park home reflects with a fresh look indicative of new beginnings. Instead of a “mishmash” of their former styles, the man of the house says, “we wanted to get all […]
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5 Tips To Freshen Your Home’s Exterior
Keeping your home’s interior spick and span is a year-long process, while clearing out closets, basements and attics is usually a springtime tradition. In other words, the inside of your home is always immaculate and in tip-top shape. What happens outside, however, can be a different story. Weather and timing often get in the way […]
11 Garden State Gardens In Full Bloom
There’s nothing like watching nature come alive after a long, gray winter. Now is the time to head outdoors and embrace florals inside and out as your garden bursts with color. But you needn’t limit yourself to your own garden. All around the state, magnificently manicured spaces are waiting for you to visit. Here are […]
5 Ways To Play With Patterns
Options abound if you’re redecorating a room this spring. Will you choose pieces with florals or geometric shapes, accents with stripes or animal prints? Personal preference, of course, will dictate your decision, but remember that mixing patterns is a viable choice as well. “Combining different patterns creates a layered look and adds texture and warmth […]
7 Backyards To Inspire Your Own Oasis
We’ve been cooped up indoors long enough. Now that the sun’s (mostly) shining and spring is well underway, it’s time to start thinking about migrating outdoors. While a pool is always a welcome addition to any backyard, wow factors like an outdoor living room, dining area and kitchen also can make a splash. If you’re […]
Present Perfect
DESIGN by COZETTE BROWN PHOTOGRAPHY by WING WONG/MEMORIES TTL TEXT by NAYDA RONDON “Preserved in time” is how Mary and Dave Johnson wryly described the Ringwood property they purchased in 2008. Built in 1975, the 3,436-square-foot, center-hall colonial was spacious and in great condition, but still chillin’ to a ’70s vibe. All good, though. “My […]
Homeowners’ Vision
Livingston homeowner Michael Witriol praises his new kitchen—“how aesthetic it is to look at and how pleasant it is to cook in.” Custom white-oak cabinets, natural quartzite stone countertops and vertically installed, dark-green, handmade tiles for the backsplash work together to give it a dramatic look, and it’s as practical as it is striking. “I […]
The Courage To Do Less
DESIGN by NEXT LEVEL REMODELING PHOTOGRAPHY by KRISTINA KROOT PHOTOGRAPHY TEXT by DONNA ROLANDO Bigger isn’t always better, a Haddonfield family discovered they could preserve the charm of their Cape Cod-style home and still meet the demands of modern life—without a sizable addition. “We have an old-style, charming Cape Cod, and we love how it […]
Spirit of the Shore
DESIGN by PHILIP J. CONSALVO, JULIANA SORZANO, PJCARCHITECTURE INC. PHOTOGRAPHY by BJORG MAGNEA TEXT by DONNA ROLANDO A Brooklyn couple on the hunt for a family retreat required just the right design team to realize the full potential of their oversized property in Mantoloking. Purchased in 2021, the five-bedroom center-hall colonial on Curtis Point’s lagoon […]
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In Full Bloom
Your garden probably isn’t alive with color yet, but it’s never too early to get in the mood for spring and all its splendor. Here, you’ll find a collection of some of our favorite home décor pieces, each featuring springtime florals. We’re certain the curated selection will stir excitement as we wait for the new […]