From the February/March 2021 Issue
Conversations with Kate: Casting Light
Tips on choosing fixtures that enhance your everyday life Many of us choose light fixtures based on how they look. Equally important, however, is how they function. Kate Rumson sought […]
From the December 2020/January 2021 Issue
Conversations with Kate: Distinctive Details
A clay rendering lends a sense of reality to Kate Rumson’s new kitchen Anticipation is turning into reality — in some measure — for Kate Rumson and the kitchen of […]
From the October/November 2020 Issue
Conversations with Kate: Timeless & Timely
Kate Rumson announces plans for her kitchen and reveals who is working with her on the design The interiors are starting to take shape at the new home Kate Rumson […]
From the August/September 2020 Issue
Conversations with Kate: Reevaluate & Recharge
Persevering through the challenges Construction was rolling along on Kate Rumson’s new home in central New Jersey when the pandemic hit and the stay-at-home order was issued. Rather than let […]
From the June/July 2020 Issue
Conversations with Kate: Bath Time
Warming up a private space Many bathrooms feature interesting tiles, glossy finishes and beautiful vanities. But do they always feel like they’re in tune with the rest of the home? […]
From the April/May 2020 Issue
Conversations with Kate: Choices for Comfort & Safety
Kate Rumson shares her choices for mechanical systems Kate Rumson has been occupied with some not-so-pretty but oh-so-important aspects of building her new home in central New Jersey. Rumson, founder […]
From the February/March 2020 Issue
Conversations with Kate: The Basic Elements of a Home
Framing, sheathing & more The framing is up and the sheathing is on the home that social media guru Kate Rumson is building in central New Jersey. Kate is the […]
From the December 2019/January 2020 Issue
Conversations with Kate: Building a New Home in Central NJ
Founder of The Real Houses of Instagram shares insights Kate Rumson speaks with authority on matters of the home. And she does it with warmth and genuine excitement about beautiful […]