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editorinchief | LETTER Raise your hands. Who thinks function is important in a home? As we page through home design magazines and scroll through photos online, what captures our attention is how a room looks. Exquisitely woven natural fiber rugs. A luxurious soaking tub under a large window with a beautiful view. Bedrooms in a bold color. A kitchen with open shelving. A fridge-freezer sheathed in gleaming stainless steel. There’s nothing wrong with beautiful rooms — that’s what we aspire to present in print and online. But just as important — and often less visible — is the function factor. Is anyone in the home allergic to certain natural fiber rugs? Does that large window over the bathtub show the neighbors more than you want them to see? Will that bold color keep you awake at night? Is open shelving a dust trap? Is that fridge-freezer close enough to a landing spot so you don’t have to cart a 15-pound turkey through the kitchen? Trained designers are founts of knowledge about function as well as beauty, as shown in every story in this issue. In our cover story, a storage-packed butler’s pantry in a Mendham home also functions as an extra prep space to keep the mess out of the kitchen when entertaining, designer Marissa Sauer says (“Custom Blend,” page 24). Function was top of mind for Peter and Tracy Salerno when they redid the kitchen in their Bergen County home. “Aesthetics was important,” Peter told Assistant Editor Marirose Krall. “But in our last kitchen, aesthetics took over and the functionality wasn’t there.” Read how they took a different approach this time (“It Takes Two,” page 30). Suzanne and Bob Veninata wanted to update the kitchen in their 1980s Rumson home to be lighter, more inviting and functional enough to tackle day-to-day life yet refined enough to host stylish gatherings. Designer Jessica Fischer found the solutions (“Opposites Attract,” page 36). The French manor architecture and the gardens at Three Fields, site of the 2023 Mansion in May Showhouse & Gardens, inspired the beautiful interiors. But function was equally important for Robin Mitilenes and Susan Farcy, who designed the kitchen and keeping room, respectively. The kitchen’s cabinetry was handmade to look a hundred years old but with features that accommodate modern needs. The adjacent keeping room functions not only as a sitting area in front of an original fireplace but also for dining, working at a desk and even sitting to remove shoes after walking in the gardens (“European Adventure,” page 40). Adding functionality and their own personal stamp was important for Daniel and Melissa Tassé after they purchased a Colonial-style home in Summit. They chose Libby Langdon, an interior designer, product designer, author and television personality, to guide the interior redesign. The result is a refreshingly colorful home that also meets the couple’s functional needs (“Personality & Panache,” 51). Also, don’t miss Associate Editor Meg Fox’s top picks for desks and game tables, a true combination of fun and function (“At Work — or Play,” page 22). As we enter into the year’s coldest and most blustery months, we hope you will cozy up with these stories of beautiful and functional spaces. REN MILLER, EDITOR IN CHIEF rmiller@designnewjersey.com IN PRINT To subscribe to the magazine, visit DesignNewJersey.com/subscribe or call 732-994-3565. SOCIAL MEDIA Interact with us at @design_nj on Instagram, @design nj on Facebook, @designnjmag on Pinterest and @design nj magazine on LinkedIn. WEBSITE Be inspired by luxury home design and connect with professional resources at DesignNewJersey.com. NEWSLETTERS For curated design advice and inspiration, subscribe to our free weekly newsletter at DesignNewJersey.com/newsletter. 16 February/March <strong>2024</strong>
follownewjersey | ONLINE Beyond Print PHOTO BY GENEVIEVE GARRUPPO PHOTO BY LAURA MOSS The great room “looks like one of those rooms that’s not used, but the clients use it a lot,” designer Lindsay MacRae says. “It’s so livable; they’re in there all the time.” This remodeled kitchen in Ho-Ho-Kus reflects a modern aesthetic with white Shaker-style cabinets, a shimmery Zellige tile backsplash and quartz countertops. The island’s warm birch finish complements the hardwood floors. WEB EXCLUSIVE ACCENTUATING THE POSITIVE An early 2000s Essex County home gets a revamp while preserving its architectural integrity. Designer Lindsay MacRae’s play on bold patterns, Art Deco accents and playful pops of color make this a must read. WEB EXCLUSIVE CHANGE MAKER A Ho-Ho-Kus home, reminiscent of a ski lodge with dark wood and heavy beams, gets a light, cheery refresh throughout. Read how designer Kristina Phillips breathes new life into the home. NEWSLETTER DESIGN DIGEST Stay up to date between issues by joining our newsletter. You’ll find everyday design tips, web-exclusive features and extra content that you won’t see in these printed pages! SUBSCRIBE Get a year’s worth of interior design trends and inspiration by signing up for a subscription to Design NJ. Just scan the QR code to get started. follow us designnewjersey.com 17
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