From the April/May 2021 Issue
Character Traits-Dining/living area
In the combined dining/living area, “the orientation of the furniture and lighting clearly defines each room,” Vacca says, but one large area rug unifies the two in a space-enhancing way.
From the April/May 2021 Issue
Character Traits-Hallway Niche
This hallway niche “is like a little glove box,” Vey says. It’s the handiwork of the original owner, a cabinetmaker by trade. A framed photo of the couple’s son skiing […]
From the April/May 2021 Issue
Character Traits-Dining Area
Eclectic and relaxed, the dining area is a complete mix of old and new, the designer says. “I added the modern matte-black light fixture and sleek woven rattan chairs to […]
From the April/May 2021 Issue
Character Traits-Accents
Mixing contemporary accents with timeworn pieces keeps things interesting — and unexpected. Clockwise (from upper left): contemporary wood beads, a vintage wood shoe form and antique power pole insulator, a […]
From the April/May 2021 Issue
Character Traits-Living room
In the combined dining/living area, “the orientation of the furniture and lighting clearly defines each room,” Vacca says, but one large area rug unifies the two in a space-enhancing way.
From the April/May 2021 Issue
Character Traits-Family room
Existing sofas in the family room and elsewhere are upholstered in Crypton, a high-performance fabric. A custom, oversized dark wood coffee table grounds the setting. Hints of blue were introduced […]
From the April/May 2021 Issue
Character Traits-Dutch Door
A charming Dutch door extends a warm welcome. The oak plant stand and mirror, reupholstered antique claw-foot chair, mahogany sideboard and two-clasp trunk — just beyond in the adjacent dining/living […]
From the April/May 2021 Issue
Character Traits-Kitchen area
Custom saddle-toned leather stools with silver nail-head trim from Lee Industries deliver the “updated contemporary touch I wanted,” says the homeowner. “They make the whole area pop.”
From the April/May 2021 Issue
Character Traits-Kitchen
The kitchen (seen behind the family room sofa) mixes shades of white with a pale blue/gray ceramic backsplash. Natural materials such as walnut and marble countertops honor the integrity of […]