DESIGN by LISA SANTORO, LJS INTERIORS PHOTOGRAPHY by MEGHAN BALCOMTEXT by DONNA ROLANDO Sometimes a designer gets a blank canvas to follow her or his own muse. Other times it’s a collaboration, with the designer working to bring the homeowners’ visions to life. And often, of course, it’s a bit of each. But for the gut-job […]
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How To Make The Most Of Your Apple Haul
Now that nights are longer and there’s a distinct chill in the air, it’s time to head back into the kitchen and fill your home with the smell of cinnamon, cloves, brown sugar and everything sweet. The flavors of fall are warm and comforting, and there’s a reason so many people eagerly await their favorite […]
Design Forecast: What’s Up Next
There’s something about fall that makes us want to rethink our surroundings. Maybe it’s the cooler air, the earlier sunsets or simply the irresistible urge to make home feel a little cozier. Whatever the reason, autumn is an especially good time to look around, take stock and ask: What’s next for my space? Fortunately, the […]
The Right Paper Can Make Walls ‘Talk’
It’s the season of deep colors, warm textures and rooms that feel like a warm hug, inviting you to stay awhile. The year’s enduring trends of rich hues and moody interiors go perfectly with the fall, and we’re ready to fully embrace it. We’ve been flipping through our back issues, as well as those of […]
Bathroom Beauty
Your primary bathroom plays an invaluable part of daily life—a retreat and a haven where you go to restore and refresh yourself. It’s only logical that place be stylish and inspiring too. An effective bathroom renovation, however, takes more than just changing out a rug and flipping out the shower curtain; there’s a lot to […]
The Sunnyside Of Life
Design by Jennifer Pacca InteriorsPhotography by Marco Ricca, Raquel LangworthyText by Donna Rolando A Franklin Lakes Colonial’s previous redesign had grown stale over 20 years, and all agreed it was time for change. But for this couple’s feminine half it wasn’t enough to shake up their traditional world with a fresh breath of “contemporary.” In […]
How To Throw The Perfect Garden Party
Late summer lingers with a quiet grace. Zinnias still burst with color, the trees remain richly green and the day’s heat softens into golden afternoons. It’s the perfect season for a garden party, gathering friends around a beautifully lit backyard table. “I love how the sun shifts through the year, lighting the same evergreens in […]
Set The Mood With The Right Lighting
Summer’s long, easy dinners may have happened mostly outdoors, but as the evenings get shorter, there’s something appealing about bringing everyone back to the dining room. The right lighting can make that transition feel less like a change of season and more like an invitation: Lower the lights, set the table and stay awhile. Below […]
11 Primary Bedrooms For Cool Nights And Cozy Mornings
Though we have a few days yet of summer (and autumn doesn’t officially start until the equinox, Sept. 22), the warm-weather season already has started winding down. Schedules are getting stricter, our outdoor pools are closed, nights are noticeably shorter and there’s a distinctive cooler note in the air. Of course, autumn is the favorite […]
High Point Fall ’26: What’s New In Interiors
Wondering what the design world will be talking about next? Next month’s High Point Market is a pretty good place to start. Held twice a year in High Point, North Carolina, the sprawling trade event is essentially fashion week for home furnishings: More than 2,000 exhibitors fill 11.5 million-plus square feet of showroom space, unveiling […]
Ready For Grandkids
Design by Faye RoeberPhotography by Michael SparkText by Richard Laliberte The husband and wife who approached designer Faye Roeber in 2024 were at a turning point: They were newly minted empty nesters. “After years of active parenting, having all the kids out of the house was sad in some ways, but it was also nice […]
The Face of Award-Winning Interiors
DIANE DUROCHER, ASID, IIDA, CAPS, C.I.D.DIANE DUROCHER INTERIORS, INC Ramsey, NJ 07446 | 201.825.3832 | Dianedurocherinteriors.com A well-respected designer for over 30 years, Diane Durocher believes that the foundation of successful design is trust and confidence. Connecting on a deeply personal level enables Diane to design inspired spaces that reflect her clients’ unique personalities and […]
The Faces of Custom Stone
JIM WINGARD, OWNERNJ GRAVEL & SAND COMPANY 1661 Hwy 34 South, Wall, NJ 07719 | 732.938.5252 | njgravelsand.com Celebrating 90 years in business and four generations of family leadership, NJ Gravel & Sand Company continues to set the standard as a premier destination for landscape and outdoor materials. Situated on 23 acres, the company offers […]
The Face of NJ Luxury Real Estate
TAYLOR LUCYK, BROKER ASSOCIATETHE TAYLOR LUCYK GROUP C: 201.360.1292 | O: 201.975.4141 info@taylorlucykgroup.com TaylorLucykGroup.com IG:@TaylorLucyk, @TheTaylorLucykGroup Taylor Lucyk is a leading luxury real estate broker and CEO & Founder of the Taylor Lucyk Group, one of New Jersey’s most successful real estate teams. With more than $400 million in closed sales this year and over […]
The Face of Pools & Landscaping
WELINGTON GOMES, OWNER SJ POOLS AND LANDSCAPING, LLC 700 Kinderkamack Rd., Ste. 310, Oradell, NJ 07649 | 201.255.8555 sjpoolsandlandscaping.com For Welington Gomes, every outdoor space is an opportunity to create something meaningful, functional, and built to be enjoyed for years to come. As the owner of SJ Pools and Landscaping, he brings more than 30 […]
The Face of The Perfect Appliance
RENO’S APPLIANCE 235 McLean Boulevard, Paterson, NJ 07504 | 973.247.1860 | www.renosappliance.com Shopping for an appliance can be an overwhelming experience. What makes the journey stress-free is knowing you are in the hands of the “family” team at Reno’s Appliance, made up of knowledgeable sales professionals familiar with all brands and manufacturers. Always dedicated to […]