From the August/September 2022 Issue
Coastal Cool-Family Room
A coffered ceiling accentuates the family living area, where subtle blue accents pick up the colors of sea and sky.
From the August/September 2022 Issue
Coastal Cool-Basement
In both design and function, the basement living area “had to be as thoughtful as the rest of the house,” designer Alma Russo says. The accent wall features a dimensional […]
From the August/September 2022 Issue
Coastal Cool-Patio
The outdoor living areas flow effortlessly, thanks to the collaboration between builder Wayne Dreyer and the interior design team. “We provided our CAD drawing of furniture and how the custom […]
From the August/September 2022 Issue
Coastal Cool-Kitchen
“The homeowners wanted a white, clean kitchen,” designer Alma Russo says. It has quartz surfaces and arctic-white Shaker-style cabinetry. Polished nickel finishes balance the cooler wood tones, while rustic, wide-plank […]
From the August/September 2022 Issue
Coastal Cool-Banquette
A custom banquette conceals ductwork under the attic eaves, allowing space for lounging or playing video games.
From the August/September 2022 Issue
Coastal Cool-Bedroom
In the primary bedroom, the goal was to “create a respite that had the same modern and textural elements as the rest of the house,” designer Alma Russo says. “We […]
From the August/September 2022 Issue
Coastal Cool
Modern and traditional elements infuse a seaside home with high style With its classic shingled façade, gambrel rooflines and welcoming front porch, this seashore colonial in Sea Girt, New […]
From the August/September 2022 Issue
Coastal Cool-Dining Table
“Although the dining table feels super swanky, its milky top allows for easy cleanup for a family by the beach,” designer Alma Russo says. Rattan seating dials down the formality, […]
From the August/September 2022 Issue
Coastal Cool-Bunk Room
Could you ever have too many beds in a house near the beach? This custom bunk room in the basement is ready for sleepovers!