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 was […]
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 […]




