From the June/July 2025 Issue
A Designer Transforms Her Shore Getaway into an Artistic Haven-Front Exterior
The exterior was re-sided with cedar shingles, new trim and copper accents to evoke a more coastal feel, homeowner and designer Laura Krey says. Additionally, the turf lawn was replaced […]
From the June/July 2025 Issue
A Designer Transforms Her Shore Getaway into an Artistic Haven-Family Room
A Margot Bergman painting takes center stage in the casual family room. “The shiplap wall was existing, but I added Maya Romanoff wallpaper on all other walls,” designer and homeowner […]
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 […]