Using recycled plastic bottles, hot glue, resin and acrylic polymer, Brooklyn artist Shari Mendelson makes decorative vessels that harken back to ancient Greece and Rome. Their bubbly, iridescent appearance warrants a closer look, revealing floral motifs that are actually bottle bottoms. The pieces in this collection, called “Artifacts,” range in height from several inches […]
A Grand Home Opens Up
Walls came down when this stately Montclair villa got a makeover, but charming details lived on.
Light it Up
Sure, these sconces guide visitors to the door, but they also add to your home’s good looks.
First Impressions
A beguiling exterior signals a well-kept, hospitable home. Turn yours into the belle of the block with these aesthetic elements.
Coming Up Roses
The memory of her grandmother’s French cabbage roses left a lasting impression on a homeowner who now enjoys the beauty and fragrance of her favorite flower in her own garden.




