A Modern Farmhouse in the Hamptons
An architect’s son brings a lifetime’s worth of lessons into play in this sleek, spacious farmhouse-style home in New York his Houzz profile shows, Jeff Chmielewski is an architect’s son. Growing tired of what he saw as lackluster design in the Bridgehampton community of Long Island, New York, Chmielewski designed and built the farmhouse he now shares […]
Hamptons Style
GET THE LOOK ON A BUDGET! The Hamptons, situated north of New York is where the wealthy escape to the beach for summer. Hamptons style is defined by casual, relaxed beach living but done in a classic and very sophisticated way. The look is bright and breezy, plenty of natural daylight with discreet window treatments […]
The Elegance of Experience: Old Pieces in New Places
Just because a house is brand new doesn’t mean it should flaunt its youth. While new homes have their charms – warranties, modern technology, central air – they often lack a certain je ne sais quoi that old homes, for all their leaky pipes and exposed radiators, have in spades. Fortunately, newer homes warm right […]
Colorado Style
Plenty of color and art, plus a sense of adventurousness, wind through the contemporary renovation of this Denver family’s 1908 home Jake and Christa Rost wanted four core values to shine through in their 1908 bungalow in Denver: family, community, creativity and an adventurous spirit. Partnering with Larry Kagiyama of Diagram C Interior Design, the […]
5 Star Bathrooms
The Secrets to a Luxurious Bathroom Look Give your bathroom a special finish with a few splurges Ever looked at a beautiful bathroom and wondered what takes its design to the next level? You’re not alone. Many homeowners want to know how some bathrooms get that mysterious designer je ne sais quoi. I’ll let you in on […]
Use Trim to Modernize a Traditional Home — or Vice Versa
Bridge the gap between old and new styles with subtle variations in trim style and color In the same way a pair of earrings or the right watch can change the impression we give off with an outfit, a home’s trim can give a modern twist to a traditional home or add a cozy, traditional […]
Bring Sophisticated Drama to Your Room With Warm Metallic Tiles
Today’s metal tiles in gold, bronze, copper and soft gray add luxuriousness and warmth Metallic tiles have been around for years, most commonly in stainless steel finishes. As a designer, I’ve tended to shy away from stainless steel tiles because I felt they could be a bit cold and industrial. But the latest trend in […]
Kitchen Watch: Trends, Products and Lifestyle Elements
Modern Kitchens Reflect a Desire for Personality, Honest Materials, Healthy Living and Control The evolution of the modern kitchen has finally hit a design crescendo. The following design directions reflect a greater desire for control, ease, and environmental sensitivity within the home that appears to be increasingly common among a diverse range of homeowners. Whether […]
Chic and Timeless Decorating Ideas to Remember
New York design firm Carrier and Co. offers inspiration for elevating your room’s decor — whether traditional, modern or country-inspired When looking through photos of beautiful high-end rooms, it can be tempting to think, “If I had that kind of money, of course I could create a gorgeous living room (dining room, bedroom) like that.” But a […]
10 Considerations for the Bedroom Addition of Your Dreams
Get the master bedroom you’ve always wanted by carefully considering views, access to the outdoors and more One of the most common home additions is a new master bedroom. Whether you bought an older home in an established neighborhood and the current bedroom lacks amenities, or you have sent your offspring out into the world […]