Tricks of the Trade-Dining room2

The tile fireplace surround adds another textural element to the dining room. “It was nice that there was an existing detail that really worked with the new design,” Grant says.

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Tricks of the Trade-Butler’s Pantry

While the kitchen is predominantly light with dark accents, the butler’s pantry is primarily dark with light accents. “We knew that we wanted consistency between the kitchen and the butler’s […]

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Tricks of the Trade-Family Room

“Elegant forms and subdued colors enhance the natural beauty of the property and the spectacular views,” Grant says of the family room.

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Tricks of the Trade-Kitchen

Grant calls the revamped kitchen “the centerpiece of the house.” It has a modern aesthetic, with neutral tones alongside metallic finishes.

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Tricks of the Trade

For Mendham homeowners, a new stage of life calls for repurposing rooms With the kids grown and flown, what’s an empty-nester couple to do? Some choose to downsize, but not […]

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Tricks of the Trade-Dining room

In the living-room-turned-dining-room, designer Valerie Grant retained the panel detail on the walls. “I love rooms where you paint the walls and trim the same color. It’s a really clean, […]

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Tricks of the Trade-Bathroom

The refurbished master bathroom features honed silver wave travertine tile, which is reflected in the stainless steel bathtub. Grant notes, “Sheer drapery panels provide a subtle frame for the gorgeous […]

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Tricks of the Trade-Kitchen2

Black cabinetry provides a dramatic frame for the tableware within. On the oven wall, shelving stained to match the island is secured to the wall with industrial brackets.

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Tricks of the Trade-Study

The study is furnished with many of the homeowners’ existing pieces. “The desk came from the former living room. We reupholstered the chair to give it a fresh look,” Grant […]

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