The Nature of Things-Staircase

A floating staircase is a dramatic addition to the first floor of this Princeton, New Jersey, home, curving softly upward to the “floating” mezzanine. The door behind the staircase leads […]

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The Nature of Things-Kitchen

Kitchen storage is convenient yet easily hidden to maintain the clean look of the open-plan first floor of this Princeton, New Jersey, home.

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The Nature of Things-Exterior Back

A teak-clad wall continues from interior to exterior of the Princeton, New Jersey, home. Architect Pierre-Henri Hoppenot explains, “The materials run from inside to outside, stretching out the room, blurring […]

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The Nature of Things-Living Space

Neutral furnishings allow the views of forest and lake to stand out in this Princeton, New Jersey, home. “The window walls at the two ends of the room give the […]

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Building on Tradition-Office

In the office, “we used a traditional-feeling color palette but included the light fixture as a super-fun accent piece,” Pietragallo says. The patterned window treatment, which the designer describes as […]

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Sentimental Journey-Office

“I think the light fixture is really fun,” Widell says about the chandelier in her office. “It’s a bit retro and adds to the edginess of the room. It has […]

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Sentimental Journey-Powder Room

Widell describes the plaster light fixture in a powder room as “funky and fun.” The wall covering mimics a tile pattern. She is pleased with the overall aesthetic of this […]

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Contemporary Calling-Floating Bathtub

As you enter the room—built with universal design principles in mind— the focal point becomes the floating bathtub centered under a newly installed window that’s fitted with a glass-beaded shade. […]

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Contemporary Calling-Bedroom

Cozy textures and soothing shades of gray and lavender contribute to a sense of luxury and calm in the owners’ bedroom. “With a 9-foot ceiling, I decided to custom design […]

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