From the December 2023/January 2024 Issue
Triple Play-Stairway
“The stairway down to the lower level is illuminated by lighting built into the wine cabinet, which casts the glow of the wine and bottle colors,” architect Michael S. Wu […]
From the December 2023/January 2024 Issue
Chic Retreat-Playroom
The multipurpose playroom is a “fun yet transitional space” that can grow with the kids, designer Veronica Pluta says. For now, the chalkboard wall with its removable letters and shapes […]
From the December 2023/January 2024 Issue
Precise, Yet Playful-Kitchen dining
A wood ceiling above the kitchen dining table helps to create a distinction between this space and the main kitchen. Blue and white chairs coordinate with the blue accents in […]
From the December 2023/January 2024 Issue
Triple Play-Outdoor Kitchen
The outdoor kitchen includes areas for cooking, dining and conversation/TV watching in front of the double-sided fireplace.
From the December 2023/January 2024 Issue
Chic Retreat-Bar 2
The bar is adjacent to the playroom, visible through the open door at right.
From the December 2023/January 2024 Issue
Triple Play-Pergola
Roxie, a Bernedoodle, rests in the sunny pergola that connects the three wings of the house. “The pergola overlooks the garden, allowing the homeowners a view of the changing seasonal […]
From the December 2023/January 2024 Issue
Triple Play-Front Exterior
The existing lot presented a challenge because it was steeply sloped from side to side. The terrain needed to be regraded to accommodate the new 9,000-square-foot home.
From the December 2023/January 2024 Issue
Precise, Yet Playful-Entryway
“The clients were looking for a modern farmhouse feel for their interiors,” designer Karen B. Wolf says, “but in a more architectural form than you would generally see, which makes […]
From the December 2023/January 2024 Issue
Chic Retreat-Lounge
A coffered ceiling with charcoal-painted insets distinguishes the lounge area. “The seating arrangement was meant for conversation and TV viewing,” designer Veronica Pluta says. Bold grass-cloth print wallpaper on the […]