From the February/March 2019 Issue
In Transition
Built with future generations in mind, this kitchen keeps things timeless, clean and uncluttered Ship-style porthole windows—at the suggestion of Lavallette, New Jersey-based builder Walt Kosenski—add a subtle maritime presence […]
From the December 2018/January 2019 Issue
Tips from a Pro – 10 Tips for Organizing Your Closet
Eliminate frustration and save time with a place for everything For an insider’s look on closet organization, we tapped Bob Lewis, CEO and president of Closet & Storage Concepts, a […]
From the December 2018/January 2019 Issue
Let It Snow
Everything is warm, white and toasty inside When it snows, Pat Burke—one of the most prolific photographers featured in Design NJ—is almost always on the scene. While she has an […]
From the October/November 2018 Issue
Tips from a Pro: Choosing an Outdoor Fire Feature
Gas or wood-burning? Freestanding or custom? Learn what would suit you best. Outdoor spaces have come into their own as legitimate rooms in the American home. According to a 2018 […]
From the August/September 2018 Issue
Take II on Tradition
A master bathroom project in a Short Hills center-hall colonial bridges the home’s classic roots with the owners’ more transitional taste. Serene, streamlined and bathed in natural light, this master […]
From the August/September 2018 Issue
Fashionable Facelift
Designer Kara Vacca proves it’s possible to work with existing elements and still achieve a stunning transformation. When juggling multiple priorities, sometimes we all need a little incentive to tackle […]
From the June/July 2018 Issue
Designing with Color
Color exerts a powerful influence. The ability to set a mood, jumpstart a decorating scheme, reduce or enlarge a sense of space. With infinite options, choosing the right color can […]
From the February/March 2018 Issue
New Kitchen, Old Soul
A sensitive renovation gives this kitchen a rebirth—And pays homage to its past. Listed on the historic registry in Ridgewood, New Jersey, this 1907 Dutch Colonial had a lot to […]
From the February/March 2018 Issue
Counting on Contrast
Warm wood tones and a dose of steely grays energize banks of white cabinetry. A well-designed kitchen was important to the feel and flow of this home on the banks […]