From the October/November 2018 Issue
Formal Follows Function – Exterior
BACKYARD | Tufts of variegated liriope, (above) which has spikey purple blooms in late summer, form a textural and color contrast next to the ‘Winter Gem’ boxwoods. The hedge hugs […]
From the August/September 2018 Issue
Suited to the Site-Bedroom
A dark-stained beam highlights the peaked master bedroom ceiling.
From the August/September 2018 Issue
Fashionable Facelift-Vanity
The existing cabinetry and countertop were in good shape, homeowner Lauren Hall says, but swapping out the cabinet hardware and plumbing fixtures “made a huge difference” in the overall design, […]
From the August/September 2018 Issue
The Carefree House: Fine Fittings for Bathrooms-Toilets
The Neorest 750H by Toto is a high-tech toilet with many desirable features, ranging from a heated seat and deodorizer to a special glaze that teams with an integrated ultraviolet […]
From the August/September 2018 Issue
Suited to the Site-Expansive Space
The great room features expansive spaces and more intimate conversation areas.
From the August/September 2018 Issue
Fashionable Facelift-Bathroom
White shiplap walls, polished nickel fixtures and a sleek marble bathtub surround— among other upgrades—add polish and personality to a formerly cold, characterless space. New concrete tile flooring brings a […]
From the August/September 2018 Issue
Fashionable Facelift-Shower
SHOWER | Upgraded plumbing and multiple showerheads boost the shower experience. Glossy white penny tiles are easy to clean and “add another smaller-scale texture to the space,” the designer says.
From the August/September 2018 Issue
Fashionable Facelift-Closet
CLOSET | Shrinking the closet allowed for a must-have marble bench (not shown) in the adjacent shower. Converting that space into open shelving keeps contents organized and within easy reach.
From the August/September 2018 Issue
Suited to the Site-Turret Room
The octagonal turret room is suitable for “small groups of friends to gather around and talk,” interior designer Donna Massey says.