Take Me Away-Kitchen

A balance of warm woods, stone, mixed metals and timeworn materials contributes to the rustic but formal ambience the homeowners’ envisioned for their Colorado Rockies-inspired kitchen. Honed slate countertops evoke […]

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Surmounting the Stereotype-Mezzanine

Mezzanine • A soaring ceiling allows views to the mezzanine from the kitchen and lower living area. The sculpture on the ceiling is made from wax.

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Surmounting the Stereotype-Rear Exterior

Rear exterior • A lackluster rear facade was livened up with the addition of a cedar balcony off the master bedroom. The two-level patio is a practical addition offering easy […]

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Surmounting the Stereotype-Front Exterior

Front exterior • Architect Gary Rosard redesigned the home with the aid of builder Gregory Porraro of Porraro Homes Inc. in Red Bank. The owners had emigrated from India via […]

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Rites of Winter-Dinnerware

Dinnerware – The gold and gray bands of Vera Castillon dinnerware appear to add subtle movement. A four-piece setting is $100. Photo Courtesy of Wedgwood

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Rites of Winter-Stemware

Stemware – Distinctive but simple bands accent the Vera Bande stemware. Goblets, wine glasses, flutes and tumblers are each $50 per pair. Photo Courtesy of Wedgwood

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Rites of Winter-Vase

Vase – A simple arrangement of tulips fills the Vera Bande bowl ($70 for 6 inch, $90 for 8.5 ince). Photo Courtesy of Wedgwood

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Rites of Winter-Table Setting

Extend the joy of holiday entertaining into the new year with a small midwinter dinner party. The table is set with dinnerware and stemware by Vera Wang for Wedgwood. Photo […]

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Declarations of Independence

A well-planned, well-outfitted bathroom is crucial for aging in place, Ramsey interior designer Diane Durocher says. This one checks off all the right boxes: a curbless (no-threshold) and doorless shower […]

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