Illustrations by Esti Friedman Before-and-afters are thrilling, but what exactly goes on behind-the-scenes in a renovation? Here, we take you through that detailed process: kitchen reno edition. The Wish List My client knew from the outset that she wanted a more functional and spacious kitchen, but she wasn’t sure how to execute this. We began
Desk-less Chani is listening to a math class in her bed, o ce-less Dad is working at the dining room table, classroom-less Mom is recording lessons at the kitchen table, and gym-less Mindy is trying out her new exercise equipment in the basement. Our homes are working overtime and crying out for a change, having doubled
You don’t always have to renovate to give your home a whole new vibe. Here are ways you can add warmth and luxury to your space through the use of texture and special fi nishes. The pieces shown here can be placed throughout your home’s common spaces or in bedrooms or offices to create an
Budgets. The oh-so-glamorous and always fun part of being a designer. Whenever I sign on with a new client, the very first step of my design process is finalizing and understanding a budget that is appropriate in relation to the scope of work. I never want to show clients something they can’t have — that’s
I want to be the kind of person who is sentimental enough to save material objects whose origin means something to me. I try to be, but my eye sees cohesive design and sputters to a stop when the fluidity of the scheme breaks. As we consolidate our belongings in preparation of a move, ironically
Attaching meaning to items in our homes elevates their worth We often discuss the enjoyment we receive from the items in our home in aesthetic or functional descriptors, but that’s the easy work. It’s not about new pieces, or upcycling trendy pieces so they appear even more current; instead, it’s about upcycling memories, honoring
