From the October/November 2021 Issue
User Friendly-Great room
The high ceiling in the great room adds to the spacious feel of the Bergen County home. Pocket doors, shown open and partially closed, ensure accessibility.
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.
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 […]