From the December 2021/January 2022 Issue
Midcentury Makeover – Stairwell
The minimalist stairwell and foyer set the tone for the rest of the house. The before photo shows the foyer’s brick-colored tiles, which were removed in favor of porcelain tile […]
From the December 2021/January 2022 Issue
Midcentury Makeover – Kitchen
Wood tones in the beams and cabinetry add warmth to the sleek kitchen. The terrazzo floor is another hallmark of Midcentury design. Most of the terrazzo is original to the […]
From the October/November 2021 Issue
User Friendly-Exterior
“The client specifically wanted to avoid large expanses of masonry in the form of brick or stone,” architect Michael Scro says, “so accents were used in a limited fashion, largely […]
From the October/November 2021 Issue
Past Forward-Exterior
The classic Greek Revival-style Lawrenceville, NJ, home — built circa 1828 — is listed on the historic register. Inset: If doorknockers could talk: This brass lion has seen guests coming […]
From the October/November 2021 Issue
User Friendly-Exterior Side
A side façade of this Bergen County home features an array of windows bringing natural light into the stairwell on sunny days and creating a dramatic effect in the evenings […]
From the October/November 2021 Issue
User Friendly-Exterior Back
Gables at varying heights and black-trimmed windows contribute to the striking look of the rear façade of this modern farmhouse-style home in Bergen County.
From the October/November 2021 Issue
User Friendly-Exterior Night
The exterior of this Bergen County home features farmhouse-style hallmarks, such as steeply pitched gable rooflines and white clapboard siding, along with more modern elements, such as shed dormers and […]
From the October/November 2021 Issue
Highlighting History-Front exterior
Ivy climbs the limestone façade of this Essex County Tudor-style home, bringing the carved front door into sharp focus. Other plantings include Bada Bing® scarlet and Whopper® rose green-leaf begonias, […]
From the October/November 2021 Issue
User Friendly-Outdoor Fireplace
Portions of the exterior of this modern farmhouse-style home in Bergen County are clad in white wainscot panels to complement and add interest to the traditional clapboard siding.