Design by Stivale Graffam Home Photography by Gieves Anderson Text by Nayda Rondon In 2016, when the current owners moved in, the 4,900-square-foot Summit colonial was already impressive enough. But after undergoing an extensive renovation/addition in 2021–2022, it became truly wow-worthy, increasing to 5,300 square feet. The home now boasts five bedrooms, five-and- a-half baths, a game room, […]
Modern Exuberance
Design by Kathryn Cook Photography by Vic Wahby Text by Nayda Rondon “WOW” and “NOW.” That’s how Essex Fells-based designer Kathryn Cook describes the aesthetics she sought to create for the Livingston townhouse-style residence of Michelle and Adam Cox and their two boys. “They wanted to shed the old and explore the new,” Cook explains. […]
Is Now The Right Time To Buy A House?
No matter how many times one asks, there may never be a definitive answer to the question: “When is it a good time to buy a house?” Industry professionals, however, say now may be as good a time than ever to pull the trigger on a purchase—April is, after all, New Homes Month. Of […]
A Stylish Ceiling Fan Will Boost Your Home’s Cool Factor
Photo courtesy of Arranmore Lighting With heat and humidity, Northeast summers can be brutal. You know those dog days, when the hot, dense air feels like pea soup and is oh-so-hard to breathe. Before you switch on the AC unit, however, consider using a more cost-efficient ceiling fan to cool off your space. By pushing […]
How To Wallpaper Well: 15 NJ Designers Share Their Insight
Paint is fine, but if you really want to make a statement, wallpaper could be the way to go. New trends, styles and textures are a far cry from your granny’s wallpaper of yesteryear; 2023’s are glamorous and sophisticated. And your choice needn’t be especially dramatic or grandiose to contribute to an effective look; […]