From the December 2023/January 2024 Issue
Chic Retreat-Bar
Navy blue Shaker-style cabinetry at the sit-down bar houses a sink, mini fridge, dishwasher, ice machine and more. “Beer on tap” was also a must, designer Veronica Pluta says. Bar […]
From the December 2023/January 2024 Issue
Chic Retreat
A go-to destination down under Seeking space for their whole family to enjoy and entertain friends, Carly Fink-Kamens and husband Seth Kamens sought to transform the unfinished basement of their […]
From the December 2023/January 2024 Issue
Chic Retreat-Bathroom
From the black and white chevron tiles to the blue vanity, metallic gold geometric wallpaper and Sputnik-style chandelier, the bathroom “was put together beautifully and has that wow factor,” the […]
From the December 2023/January 2024 Issue
Chic Retreat-Wine Storage
Opposite the bar is a glass-enclosed custom wine storage area that echoes the black-framed glass walls of the gym.
From the December 2023/January 2024 Issue
Chic Retreat-Playroom
The multipurpose playroom is a “fun yet transitional space” that can grow with the kids, designer Veronica Pluta says. For now, the chalkboard wall with its removable letters and shapes […]
From the December 2023/January 2024 Issue
Chic Retreat-Bar 2
The bar is adjacent to the playroom, visible through the open door at right.
From the December 2023/January 2024 Issue
Chic Retreat-Lounge
A coffered ceiling with charcoal-painted insets distinguishes the lounge area. “The seating arrangement was meant for conversation and TV viewing,” designer Veronica Pluta says. Bold grass-cloth print wallpaper on the […]
From the December 2023/January 2024 Issue
Chic Retreat-Basement with pool table
“I wanted to create an experience when walking down the stairs,” designer Veronica Pluta says of the stairwell’s gold metallic geometric patterned wallpaper. It sets the stage for the basement’s […]
From the June/July 2023 Issue
Fresh Start-Kitchen
Architect James Paragano also designed the cabinetry in the kitchen and throughout the home. “We design cabinetry organically to fit into our architecture,” Paragano says. “That’s very important to us.”