The owners of a new construction home in Springfield dreamed of a farm style specific to their aesthetics and personalities. Designer Michal Rubin, of Livingston-based MR Interiors, realized their vision with a fresh modern twist. The custom build—featuring six bedrooms, a home office, a music room and five bathrooms—had amazing bare bones and plenty of […]
Trees Will Help Our Future…But Which Ones?
For homeowners, planting trees is not only a way to beautify our properties, it’s also an effective way to combat or even reverse the effects of climate change. But which trees should we plant? In the Garden State, trees that many of us are accustomed to planting likely will not survive as plant hardiness zones […]
Soup’s On!
It’s soup season, and there are more reasons to love the dish than its heart-warming and delicious qualities. For instance, soups are relatively inexpensive to make, as the recipes usually incorporate ingredients you already own. (Bonus: You’re clearing out your fridge and pantry.) They’re also great to prepare ahead of time, and leftovers are easy […]
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5 Kitchen Trends For 2023
The kitchen is at the heart of the home. It’s where families gather around the table to reconnect over recipes passed down through generations and build new memories. With so much time spent in the kitchen, it’s important to stay up-to-date with contemporary styles, décor and layouts. To help inspire your next kitchen project, here […]
European Report: What’s Cooking In The Kitchen?
Photo courtesy of Poggenpohl The kitchen is most families’ workhorse space. Not only is it the room where you cook and eat, but it’s also an ideal location to entertain friends, a place to set up your laptops and an area for kids to do homework. With so much time spent in the kitchen, it’s […]




