There’s nothing like grooving to Beyoncé or Billie Eilish during summer, but sometimes the senses call for something more quietly powerful: Bach, Beethoven or another classical composer, perhaps. Across New Jersey, classical music concerts offer a more refined alternative to the summer jam, whether it’s an evening under the stars with a symphony orchestra or […]

We invest so much effort into perfecting our outdoor spaces for one reason: to commune with nature. After all, what’s better than reading alone or sharing time with family and friends around a firepit, pool or dining table? With that spirit in mind, we’ve combed through the archives of NJ HOME and our sister publications […]

Though we’ve reached the middle of August, there’s still plenty of summer to enjoy, day and night. And your gatherings can go far into the evening with the right outdoor lighting choices. More than just a way to keep your yard safe and easy to navigate when it’s dark, lighting—as it does indoors—sets a mood. […]

Design by Welington Gomes, SJ Pools and LandscapingPhotography by Jimi Smith, Jimi PhotographyText by Nayda Rondon An impressive, 7,000-square-foot, Georgian-style colonial in Tenafly called for an equally spectacular outdoor space with all of the resort-like bells and whistles. And that’s just what president/designer Welington Gomes and his team at the Oradell-based SJ Pools and Landscaping […]

It’s a beautiful, clear 80 degrees. Your yard is neatly manicured. Your friends are all gathered, and you have something special on the grill. Only one thing is missing: the perfect drink selection. Summer sips should be light, fruity and refreshing, but that doesn’t mean you need to stick to the basics. Here are three […]