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Alexa Ralff, ASID Associate
Alexa Ralff received a Design Excellence Gold Award from the American Society of Interior Designers, New Jersey Chapter, in the Residential Small Kitchen Less Than 150 Square Feet category. Alexa […]
From the April/May 2025 Issue
A Century-Old Home Is Expanded To Meet a Modern Family’s Needs-Mudroom
In the mudroom, traditional wallpaper used in an untraditional way — on the ceiling — helps to bridge the space between the home’s historical roots and the modern cabinetry.
From the April/May 2025 Issue
A Century-Old Home Is Expanded To Meet a Modern Family’s Needs-Powder Room
The wallpaper on the mudroom ceiling is repeated in the powder room.
From the April/May 2025 Issue
A Century-Old Home Is Expanded To Meet a Modern Family’s Needs-Exterior
“We demolished the family room and replaced it with a two-story addition, crafting each space within the bespoke addition for maximum functionality,” architect and designer Cristina Ioana Graff says.
From the April/May 2025 Issue
A Century-Old Home Is Expanded To Meet a Modern Family’s Needs-Primary Bedroom
A custom stained-glass window above the bed in the primary bedroom was inspired by leaded-glass transom windows in the dining room.
From the April/May 2025 Issue
A Century-Old Home Is Expanded To Meet a Modern Family’s Needs-Primary Bathroom
The streamlined primary bathroom features green accents (reflected in the mirrors) that are a nod to the family’s love of nature.
From the April/May 2025 Issue
A Century-Old Home Is Expanded To Meet a Modern Family’s Needs-Patio
Homeowners Damien and Regina enjoy the patio at their newly enlarged Essex County home with children Lucas and Alexandra.
From the April/May 2025 Issue
A Century-Old Home Is Expanded To Meet a Modern Family’s Needs-Primary Bedroom Closets
In the primary bedroom, two closets flank a window overlooking the backyard.
From the April/May 2025 Issue
A Century-Old Home Is Expanded To Meet a Modern Family’s Needs-Primary Bathroom Accents
The primary bathroom is bright and airy, with a palette of neutrals, wood tones and black accents.