From the June/July 2023 Issue

Fresh Start-Storage unit

The back stairwell, a few steps up from the garage entrance, includes a deep blue storage unit where the grandchildren can stow their gear when they arrive for a visit.

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From the June/July 2023 Issue

Old House, New Story-Front door

Note the vintage doorknocker and authentic glass-paned arched window at the front door, painted in high-gloss “Dutch Door Green.” Neutral and textured grass-cloth wallcovering from Phillip Jeffries replaced a former […]

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From the April/May 2023 Issue

Family Style-Built-ins

Custom built-ins were made by Jesse Esh at East Pequea Lane Cabinet Shop. “He does amazing work,” designer and homeowner Barbara Batesko says. “The quality is perfect.”

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From the April/May 2023 Issue

Family Style-Entry

The foundation of designer and homeowner Barbara Batesko’s design for the home is soothing neutrals. “I wanted this to be a warm coastal place where people want to hang out,” […]

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From the December 2022/January 2023 Issue

Designed to work-Foyer

Karla Trincanello designed a frieze to make the foyer feel less cavernous and then softened the space with upholstered benches, an area carpet, stair runner and curvy golden console.

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From the October/November 2022 Issue

Character Study-Multifunctional Space

A multifunctional space on the other side of the entryway wall includes hooks for hanging jackets, a coat closet behind the blue door and a powder room with a red […]

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From the October/November 2022 Issue

Character Study-Entryway

An original Bob Dylan painting in the entryway helps to create a relaxed vibe. The child’s chair, found in an old barn in Toulouse, France, was re-covered. “Every child who […]

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From the October/November 2022 Issue

A Sea of Tranquility-Entryway

The clients wanted their newly constructed vacation home to feel like it had been there for many years. An entry door features transom windows. “We got the idea from a […]

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