When a couple with two young children decided to purchase their first Manhattan apartment, they called on designer Christopher Maya to help them finish and furnish it. From their first meeting with the designer, they described their desire for an open…
Choose the Tile That’s Right for Your Room (10 photos)
There’s a huge array of tile types and finishes available, so it can be hard to choose the right ones. The location where the tile will be used — on walls or floors, in the bathroom, in the kitchen or elsewhere — will affect your choice, as will your budget and personal tastes. Check out these beautiful…
The Artful Garden: Enchanting Lighting (9 photos)
When you’ve put a lot of work into your garden, it’s a shame to let the beauty vanish as the sun goes down — especially since adding the right touch of lighting to your landscape can have a positively magical effect. The twinkle and glow of lights beckon us into the garden, making outdoor gatherings…
The Layered Effect: The Beauty of Shingle Cladding (18 photos)
Think of a shingle-clad house and traditional styles probably leap to mind: the weathered gray Cape Cods on the East Coast, the grand Shingle-style homes of the late 19th century or the rich red cedar-skinned homes set among lush forests. But the use …












