From the April/May 2023 Issue
Down by the Lake-Office
Replacing a door with a wall of windows transformed the home office and redirected traffic flow to the outdoors through the main living area. “The executive desk was designed using […]
From the April/May 2023 Issue
History Revisited-Mudroom
The painted bricks on the wall of the mudroom are new but create the appearance of vintage traditional architecture.
From the April/May 2023 Issue
History Revisited-Dining Room
In the dining room, the homeowners’ existing table and chairs lean traditional, while the new steel-and-glass cabinets add a modern touch.
From the April/May 2023 Issue
Down by the Lake-Bathroom
Made wider to accommodate aging-in-place needs, the refurbished bathroom is fitted with a double sink, curbless steam shower and timeless touches. The custom vanity is made of reclaimed white oak.
From the April/May 2023 Issue
Down by the Lake-Stairway
The designers stepped up the design of the stairway to the lower level with a new stained-wood and metal railing. Hollow slab doors were replaced with thick five-panel designs with […]
From the April/May 2023 Issue
Down by the Lake-Kitchen
Relocating the kitchen and creating a more open-plan layout opened up opportunities for a “gorgeous kitchenette featuring a wine column and all the conveniences of a larger kitchen,” co-designer and […]
From the April/May 2023 Issue
Down by the Lake-Fireplace
“The fireplace got a makeover, taking it from a dated brick façade to a sleek, hand-finished metal-and-concrete focal point,” designer and homeowner Jill Jarrett says. Note the ceiling’s structural steel […]
From the April/May 2023 Issue
Down by the Lake-Bedroom
The doorway to the bedroom was enlarged to allow room for a walker or wheelchair if needed. Space was also carved from this room to widen the adjacent bathroom. A […]
From the February/March 2023 Issue
View Points-Kitchen with Island
New cabinetry in one corner of the kitchen and ample storage in the island more than make up for the elimination of a wall of cabinetry in this reconfigured BergenCounty […]