DESIGN by ABBY GRUMAN/ABBY LEIGH DESIGNSPHOTOGRAPHY by DONNA DOTANTEXT by DONNA ROLANDO A new-construction colonial in Tenafly was off to a good start, modern and elevated. Still, at least one of the new owners couldn’t wait to tweak the look. That’s no surprise, because homeowner Abby Gruman doubles as CEO of Abby Leigh Designs, and […]
Let’s Be Different
DESIGN by JULIE AND DARREN CHINA, IDEA SPACE ARCHITECTURE + DESIGNPHOTOGRAPHY by RAQUEL LANGWORTHYTEXT by MARISA SANDORA CARR If there’s one thing Jessica and Jeremy Samon knew they didn’t want in their new kitchen and master bath in South Orange, it was a “cookie-cutter” design. They wanted something different. Something unique—dark and moody. Their builder […]
How To Make The Perfect Date-Night Dinner
Date night calls for a meal that feels special without requiring a professional kitchen—or a reservation weeks in advance. We’re talking about dishes that feel indulgent, romantic and quietly impressive: classic favorites that reveal their charm with every slice. Thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented, these recipes turn an evening at home into an experience worth […]
KBIS 2026: A Design Forecast
Snow and freezing temperatures have kept you mostly indoors this winter, and that means more time cooking in the kitchen and enjoying a soak in the bathroom tub. You also might’ve caught yourself wondering what improvements, large or small, could be made to the spaces. The annual Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is considered […]
8 Kitchens To Inspire Your Next Reno
As the old adage goes, “The kitchen is the heart of the home”—a place for gathering family, entertaining friends, savoring a quiet cup of something warm or preparing a special bite for someone you love. It’s no surprise, then, that the kitchen tops renovation wish lists, or that designers continue to find inspired ways to […]