Design by Exclusive Stoneworks/Unique Pools & SpasPhotography by Jaye Avery PhotographyText by Donna Rolando As a pro interior designer, Adria Avallone had seen enough to know what she wanted—and what she didn’t want—in her family’s own outdoor entertainment project. She and her husband Anthony Dertouzos had almost limitless options, as they were starting fresh in […]

As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, New Jersey’s historic landscape offers an inspiring connection to America’s founding era. Scattered throughout the state are distinguished homes, estates and public buildings that witnessed the drama of the Revolution while showcasing the enduring beauty of 18th-century architecture. Their walls hold stories of generals, statesmen and […]

This year, our Independence Day celebrations feel even more special. After all, we’re celebrating our country’s 250th anniversary. If you were waiting a reason to go all-out with an elegant, refined July 4 get-together, you won’t find a better one. How to do it? “I plan everything around the flag,” says entertaining expert Stephanie Nass […]

As June ushers in the outdoor entertaining season, New Jerseyans are once again turning their attention to the spaces that make summer gatherings memorable. Among the most coveted backyard amenities, fire features have emerged as both a design statement and a practical extension of outdoor living, creating inviting spaces where guests naturally gather long after […]

In home design, the first sense we typically engage is sight. Thoughtfully chosen colors set the mood, artwork creates moments of interest and natural and artificial light work together to shape the atmosphere of a space. The next sense to consider? Touch. After all, a home isn’t just meant to be admired—it’s meant to be […]