From the April/May 2021 Issue
Character Traits-Dutch Door
A charming Dutch door extends a warm welcome. The oak plant stand and mirror, reupholstered antique claw-foot chair, mahogany sideboard and two-clasp trunk — just beyond in the adjacent dining/living […]
From the April/May 2021 Issue
Character Traits-Kitchen
The kitchen (seen behind the family room sofa) mixes shades of white with a pale blue/gray ceramic backsplash. Natural materials such as walnut and marble countertops honor the integrity of […]
From the April/May 2021 Issue
Character Traits-Bookcase Displays
Bookcase displays were once cluttered with double the number of vintage accessories and mementos. “Kara worked her magic,” refining and editing the collections down to the most meaningful, owner Bonnie […]
From the April/May 2021 Issue
Character Traits-Kitchenette
Exposed brick walls and tongue-and-groove paneling speak to the character-rich details found in a kitchenette and in the hallway beyond. The ladder leads to a loft. New Windsor-style chairs in […]
From the April/May 2021 Issue
Character Traits-Sunroom
All the rooms in the open-plan setting — including the sunroom, where homeowner Bonnie Vey takes her morning coffee — enjoy strong indoor/ outdoor connections. The vintage trunk hails from […]
From the August/September 2020 Issue
Farmhouse Fresh-Accent Elements
An early 1900s print—reproduced from glass negatives found in the basement of a historic inn and restaurant the husband owned in Vermont—“juxtaposes the pairing of old and new elements” found […]
From the August/September 2020 Issue
Farmhouse Fresh-Natural Elements
Jute mirrors, leather storage bins and other natural elements add warmth and texture.
From the August/September 2020 Issue
Farmhouse Fresh-Bathroom
The new bath “has a simplistic white and creamy base that is seen in the tile and wall materials,” says designer Kara Vacca. The classic vanity’s weathered wood finish is […]
From the August/September 2020 Issue
Farmhouse Fresh
A compact bath makeover takes big cues from its Pennington property Bonnie and Randy Vey have graced their quaint farmhouse in Pennington with several home improvements since purchasing it in […]