From the June/July 2025 Issue
A Designer Transforms Her Shore Getaway into an Artistic Haven-Entryway Bench
Hermione, the family’s beloved pet, claims her spot on a handcrafted white oak bench in the entryway.
From the June/July 2025 Issue
A Designer Transforms Her Shore Getaway into an Artistic Haven-Primary Bedroom 2
The artwork above the bedside table is a vintage woodblock print. The sconces and window shades, sourced from the British brand Soane, are among Laura Krey’s favorite elements in the […]
From the June/July 2025 Issue
A Designer Transforms Her Shore Getaway into an Artistic Haven-Primary Bedroom
“I’ve always wanted a canopy bed,” homeowner and designer Laura Krey says. For the primary bedroom, she had her drapery workroom customize a running line Michael Dawkins bed. The walls […]
From the June/July 2025 Issue
A Designer Transforms Her Shore Getaway into an Artistic Haven-Dining Area
Custom black steel-framed French doors replaced sliders, creating a stylish transition from the family room and dining area to the newly refurbished back porch.
From the June/July 2025 Issue
A Designer Transforms Her Shore Getaway into an Artistic Haven-Patio
The entire back patio, access door and railings were redone, designer and homeowner Laura Krey notes. “We now have a backyard with a variety of entertaining areas, plenty of seating […]
From the June/July 2025 Issue
Passage to Paradise-Pool
The interior of the entry wall features a fireplace and a pizza oven. The “grass” is artificial turf selected for its permeability. “There are strict limitations on the amount of […]
From the June/July 2025 Issue
Passage to Paradise-Pool and Hot Tub
The pool and hot tub are bordered by ‘Limelight’ hydrangeas, crape myrtle, Hollywood Juniper and privet. The plantings help provide privacy from neighboring properties. The existing, large Japanese black pines […]
From the June/July 2025 Issue
Passage to Paradise-Pergola
One garage bay was converted to an outdoor living space, topped by a pergola. Homeowner Lainie Cox says, “Those carved wood beams are so beautiful. Reynolds had to bring in […]
From the June/July 2025 Issue
Passage to Paradise-Arched Door
An enchanting arched door leads to the pool area. At left Summer Crush® hydrangeas, ‘Steeds’ holly, Scaevola (purple), portulaca (yellow) and impatiens add color to the entry. Plants at right […]