Features
From The June/July 2025 Issue
A Beach Haven Backyard Features All the Amenities
Featured HomesA plain landscape is transformed into an oasis for rest and recreation. The existing property was appealing in many ways — not least of which was its location just steps […]
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Soak it All In
Expert AdviceThe plunge pool trend is making waves Have you heard the buzz about space-saving plunge pools? Compact, eco-friendly and more budget-friendly than traditional pools, they are becoming a popular choice […]
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An Influencer’s Essex County Home Gets Organized for Work and Play
Featured HomesPracticality — not perfection — is the order of the day. Working from home has its advantages, but working from home when that residence is on full display to an […]
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From House to Home
Featured HomesA Family’s Journey to Finding Comfort and a New Beginning in the Garden State Designer Maria Bowers has had the privilege of working with many wonderful clients, including Jim and […]
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A Mendham Home Displays a Wide Array of Colors
Featured HomesSome are dynamic; some are discreet The previous Country French interiors of this Mendham home had had their day. “While charming, the décor had become dark and heavy over time,” […]
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Architectural Elements Distinguish a Glen Ridge Kitchen
Featured HomesA pass-through window connects to the outdoors; a wall opening overlooks the family room “The contractor was shrugging his shoulders, but he came around.” That’s interior architect Martina Servos remembering […]
Business Close-Up Featuring Bellari
For Design SolutionsBellari, originally known as Somerville Aluminum, was founded by Max Gropper in 1950. Max had a practical goal: finding the best way to provide for his family. He knew he […]
From The April/May 2025 Issue
Textured Elements Add Warmth to This Year-Round Residence in Spring Lake
Featured HomesFour-season style offers lived-in comfort ‘My clients were rightsizing,” Karen B. Wolf says of homeowners Vicki and Tom Malone. Wolf, creative principal at Short Hills-based K+Co Living, explains that the […]
From The April/May 2025 Issue
A Century-Old Home Is Expanded To Meet a Modern Family’s Needs
Architecture/BuildAn addition at the back of the house adds much needed space The owners loved their 1920s Essex County home. It was their happy, feel-good place. But as their family […]