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INTERIOR DESIGN Edition

BUILDING & DESIGN LATE SUMMER 2015

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DESIGNER AT HOME

Saratoga designer on her newly built home

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Designer at Home Saratoga designer on her newly built home

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Showhouse on the Hudson Five designers work their magic

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Really Cool Kitchens and Baths A variety of styles and designs from area builders

..................On the Cover The award-winning kitchen designed by Builders Kitchens, Inc for VanVeghten Construction, 2014 Saratoga Showcase of Homes Realtors’ and People’s Choice Winner Photo © Randall Perry Photography

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PUBLISHERS’ NOTES This CRB&D’s focus is on interior design and we have five Capital Region interior designers providing interesting perspectives on their work. Read one designer’s insights about building and decorating her new home, while another shows us how you can use technology to find great design ideas. Then learn how three other designers worked their magic on their showhouse spaces.

While our not-so-long hot summer is on the wane, there are still warm days ahead. To cool off check out our photo story on “Really Cool” kitchens and baths – a variety of styles and designs from the area’s top builders.

Don’t forget the Saratoga Showcase of Homes is almost here and our Official Guide will help with the important information you need to tour these thirteen beautiful homes. Look for it at a variety of area locations.

Go to www.saratogashowcaseofhome.com for details.

Enjoy the rest of the summer!

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VOLUME 19 LATE SUMMER 2015 Publisher/Executive Editor R. Craig Stevens Publisher/Managing Editor Rita C. Stevens Layout & Design RCS Publications Ltd. Senior Feature Photographer Randall Perry Interior Design Consultant Denise Palumbo Advertising Sales RCS Publications Ltd. Capital Region Building & Design is published 6 times a year by RCS Publications Ltd., PO Box 9338, Niskayuna, NY 12309. Phone (518) 786-6575.

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SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT

Best Tile has it all!

Whether you are a residential or commercial contractor, an architect or consumer, Best Tile has just about any tile or stone you might need for your project. Founded in Springfield, Massachusetts in1956 the company rapidly expanded throughout the East Coast and opened in the Capital Region in1969 as Best Tile. With two beautiful showrooms to serve you in Schenectady and Saratoga Springs, Best Tile is the “ultimate destination” for a satisfying buying experience.

What can you find there? Check out the large selection of ceramic and porcelain tile from around the world, metal and glass tiles, and even wood look tile. For natural stone Best Tile’s granite and quartz shop, Capital Stone, fabricates and installs simply gorgeous countertops. Of course, Best Tile keeps up with the latest design trends and their design staff is there to help you through your project at no additional cost. For a home’s kitchen and baths or outdoor spaces as well as for commercial spaces you can rely on their designers’ expertise to provide total satisfaction from concept development through design and final installation.

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start. You will find a huge selection of samples to peruse among the various species by clicking on “The Collection” in the menu bar. Give yourself some time to do so because there are lots of possibilities from which to choose.

For a more hands-on experience stop in at one of their two locations: • Schenectady — 2241 Central Avenue or call (518) 344-7000 • Saratoga Springs — 4295 Route 50 STE or call (518) 584-5941

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hinking about updating a room or starting on one from scratch? Have you thought of all the decisions and selections needed before you can put your plan into action? Your answers could be just a click or touch away. Today’s technology makes it so much easier to find inspiration and keep track of all the details necessary to such an undertaking. Perhaps you’ve visited Houzz (www.houzz. com), a website where you can explore options and interact with professionals. Or even saved Ideabooks on a project so that you can return to the visuals and information time and time again.

Maybe you have discovered the fun of “pinning” ideas on Pinterest (www.pinterest,com boards). I use secret Pinterest boards with my clients as a repository for all things to consider.

It’s a way to communicate in between appointments and to keep all the ideas together in one place. For example, a board for a bathroom like the one shown above might include numerous sink and vanity styles as well as images of other baths that you admire. See tile designs you like? Simply Pin It. Pin your

faucets, tile and lighting choices to the boards and you can begin to form a picture of what your new bath could be. Link back to the source of information and you can read reviews and specifications to be more confident of your choices.

As we review and select options, I also build a moodboard (https//itunes.apple.com/us/app/moodboard) where one can get a quick overall idea of how items will work together. Using the same example of renovating a bath, I have included a “before” photo of the space, the client’s moodboard that I assembled for them and the “after” result. Here’s how it came together.

First, I started an Ideabook on Houzz to review with the client. We found a look that they loved. From there, between visiting showrooms and online searches, I pinned choices to their secret board. Again, we reviewed them and further narrowed down selections based on their preferences.

As the design plan evolved, I pasted products and inspiration onto the moodboard (above). If there were three sinks that worked well with the countertop and stone choices, I put them all on the moodboard for the client to see.

The images can be enlarged and moved around to help with the decision making. Select a sink, delete the other two options and move onto the next phase of design. Perhaps it is lighting or tile design or changes to the existing footprint of the room. As more choices are finalized, the board begins to take the shape of the ultimate outcome. You can then print it out to take with you and show to others.

Never has visualization and organization been so easy for consumers. These resources are not just for professionals but for you, the home dweller. You can use the tools with contractors and artisans who will help you realize that “dream.”

So check these out and just imagine …

Denise Maurer is the owner of Denise Maurer Interiors, a Troy-based interior design firm that has been specializing in residential interiors for 30 years.

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Creating a home to fit a lifestyle

PLUM & CRIMSON FINE INTERIOR DESIGN’S DENISE PALUMBO SHARES HER EXPERIENCE IN BUILDING AND DECORATING HER NEW HOME DESIGNED FOR HOW SHE LIVES NOW 8

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was excited to start the process of building a new home knowing that I would incorporate things I had always loved.

Window boxes on the exterior, glass interior doorknobs

that make me smile every time I touch one, and transoms above the interior doors were on the list of must haves. It had been 25 years since I last built a home and I looked forward to doing it again with my years of experience to call upon.

Planning every aspect of a new home requires a time

A neutral color scheme in the main living areas is accented by Denise’s favorite color — purple, of course. Special touches in the living room, such as the custom banding on the sofas and an old PO box set into the fireplace stone, add interest. A traditional Italian glass chandelier contrasts with some of the more contemporary furnishing.

commitment and it took time to plan how to execute my vision.

I explored options and talked to professionals. I had an organized list of wants with a sketch when I went to the architect, which enabled me to get the end result I desired. I value the opinion of the professional team I surrounded myself with and always advise clients to do the same. They help make our vision in terms of style and function a reality.

My new home had to function differently not only for me,

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but also for how I live and entertain now with grown children and their spouses, friends and my granddaughter. The floor plan was very important and I spent the necessary time with my architect to be sure it was perfect for how I live. I wanted the dining area to fit all of my family in the same room for the holidays.

Having spaces that are used daily was also important, not separate rooms used only a few times a year. A first-floor master bedroom and walk-in closets were high on my priority list. A screened porch to enjoy the weather and the view of the horse farm across from my house lot was a must, but Planning details such as furniture placement and window treatments prior to breaking ground on a new home means no surprises. The traditional dining room furniture continues the neutral color tones and recessing the china cabinet provides more living space. It also allows for special placement of cherished family heirlooms, such as those Denise brought from her previous home.

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it also had to be large enough to really entertain out there.

Often clients come to me with their floor plans complete. They have chosen a stock plan or even had a custom one designed, but had not thought about

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how that floor plan really applies to their

at the same time as the new-home

lifestyle. I spent a lot of time in advance

selections I could see the total picture

going over all the details.

before making final decisions. I planned

My grandmother’s antique pieces

a bonus room for the grandchildren to

were coming with me and I made sure I

play in around a wallpaper that I fell in

knew where they were going to be placed

love with. Sometimes clients want to

within the floor plan. I wanted to know

wait on furniture and window treatments

where everything was going upfront.

until the home is done. It’s so much more

Some of my clients will say “I’ll find a

productive to have it all selected at the

place for it later.” But doing furniture

same time.

layouts in advance of deciding on the final

Work with professionals. Try the

floor plan is an important step that many

latest product introductions. Do not be

skip. They come to me with a plan and

afraid! I tried a new exterior color from

are surprised at what furniture actually fits.

the manufacturer and I love it. I often tell

Plan, plan, plan. As sales

clients that when they go to professionals

representatives came in rolling out their

listen to their suggestions. You don’t have

beautiful new fabrics and wallpapers,

to see a home done in the exterior color

the designers at our office and I gathered

you are choosing. The designer can tell

up favorites to use in my home as we do

you if it is going to look great.

for all clients.

Since all the furnishings

and the window treatments were planned

I furnished the home with my new color scheme of neutrals in the main

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Kitchen perimeter cabinets in a soft gray and contrasting wood-tone cabinets on the center island are topped by marble countertops with a honed and leathered finish that are complimented by the tile backsplash. Stainless steel appliances round out this gourmet kitchen. Inset: Reclaimed wood from an old barn was used on the mudroom bench.

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Opposite: In the master bedroom Denise used one shade of purple for the walls and trim. The carpet and window treatments are the same shade as the walls, but create interest through the texture.

The spa-like master bath features a variety of interesting tiles in the large shower and on the floor.

Left: Favorite colors were selected for this special bedroom for a visiting grandchild to spend a night.

spaces with, of course, purple for my

shade of purple. No stimulating lines of

accessories. I took my own advice and

contrasting painted trim. The wall-to-

decisions within the time allotted for new

stayed more neutral with the base items

wall carpet and floor-to-ceiling drapes

construction. Start collecting ideas early

and had fun with the color and trends in

are the same color as the walls, but create

and keep them in a binder for reference

the items that can be replaced through the

interest through the textures. So the room

so that when things get to the busy stage

years. I had a scheme in mind and stayed

feels cozy in all one color. A darker silk

you won’t forget. I have an old PO box

with the plan. I did my homework and

purple area rug grounds the space. This

that I received as a gift set into the stone

didn’t get sidetracked when a different

use of wall and trim painted one color is

of my fireplace, reclaimed wood from an

look or color caught my eye at a supplier’s

very visible in magazines now. It’s ONLY

old barn on the mudroom bench, custom

showroom. I could appreciate all the

paint, so if I tire of this look it’s easy to

banding on the bottom of the living room

beautiful options, but knew they were for

change. I chose a medium hardwood hand-

sofas. All these details are what make

someone else.

planed flooring through the main living

the home interesting to me. They are the

areas and bedrooms. This is a very popular

items that visitors comment on, the details

on the perimeter, this is a very “in” color

look now, but still classic so it won’t go

that make the home more than a new white

now. I have always loved grey so I won’t

out of style next year.

box.

My kitchen has soft grey cabinets

tire of it, for me it wasn’t selected because

Light fixtures typically are selected

it’s a trendy color. There were tiles I had

at the end of the process. I know how

been coveting at the tile store that I knew

important the fixtures are and how much

would find a place in my new home. A

personality they add to the space. Since

search for the perfect purple marble for

my furniture plans were done in advance

my master bath and something striking

I knew where to have the pendant light

and unusual for the kitchen countertop had

hung over my nightstands and I added

me looking in three states for the perfect

a traditional Italian glass chandelier in

stone. I settled on a marble with a honed

front of my stone fireplace and above

and leathered finish. I love it!

my contemporary coffee table to create

In my master bedroom all the trim and custom panels are painted the same

an eclectic look – different styles with a coordinated color scheme.

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Denise Palumbo is co-owner of Plum & Crimson Fine Interior Design in Saratoga Springs.

RESOURCES BELLEVUE BUILDERS SUPPLY: Kitchen and bath cabinets BEST TILE and CAPITAL STONE: Tile and granite countertops respectively EARL B. FEIDEN APPLIANCES: Stainless steel appliances

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Showhouse on the Hudson 5 OF 17 BEAUTIFUL SPACES OVERLOOKING THE HUDSON RIVER IN A HOME THAT EVOKE MEMORIES OF DAYS GONE BY — A 2015 VANGUARD-ALBANY SYMPHONY BENEFIT

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n a ledge overlooking the Hudson River behind a treelined shore where one can sit and watch the pleasure and commercial vessels pass by sits Rockledge, a 111year-old, 6,000 plus sq. ft. home. In May 2015 it served as the 2015 Vanguard Designer Showhouse, a benefit for the Grammy Award-winning Albany Symphony Orchestra.

Rockledge has gone through a number of remodels and updates over the years, but none so breathtaking as those by a team of interior designers who set out in March to transform some dated spaces into bright and elegant living areas. Of the 17 spaces five were chosen here as representative of the event.

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n keeping with the age of the home, traditional elements were incorporated into the design of this space. Crown molding as well as picture molding were added for architectural detail. The picture molding is presented in a modern way with wallpaper within each panel, adding texture and visual interest.

One of the focal points of this room is the fireplace. This was brought back to life by distressing the original mantle and stripping off the many layers of paint from the brick. The fireplace was then regrouted and a light paint wash in neutral tones was added to the exposed brick. The effect draws your eye to the now inviting area where two chairs sit waiting to be relaxed upon.

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The window treatments are stunning, but neutral, adding to the beauty of the view.

The fabric and wall paper choices are all from Thibaut. Established in 1886, Thibaut is the nation’s oldest continuously operating wallpaper firm.

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o master suite is complete without a master closet. This adjoining space goes above and beyond. It is a dressing room that can be customized to fit anyone’s individual needs. The color schemes of the dressing room are consistent with the master bedroom. A velvet ottoman centers the room with a chandelier overhead.

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y vision for this room was to create a beautiful and inviting sitting room where the family could play a board game on a rainy day, one could curl up with a good book in the window seat and enjoy the tranquility of the water views, or sit back and relax in comfy wing chairs in front of the fireplace at the end of a busy weekend.

As a designer I am inspired by many things. The water views inspired me to

paint the ceiling in this space a rich dark blue. The tranquil colors of water inspired my tile selection for the new glass tiles I had installed in the recessed hearth of this fireplace. The wall covering I chose goes with the style of this home yet allows for new design elements to be incorporated into the fabrics, window treatments, trims, furnishings and accessories.

I based the majority of my design around the great window seat and view. I chose fabric panels in a light colored silk fabric with soft stripes of accent colors,

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hen I first decided to paint this dining room black I could sense the hesitation of many of the people I mentioned it to, but I could not have been happier with the results. I wanted this dining room to be inviting, to welcome everyone to the table and entice them to linger just a bit longer with conversation, dessert or just enjoying the views. In the warmer months you could open the French doors and let in the breeze. I chose a more Paula McCormick specializes in all phases of interior design. She will be able to assist you in every formal fabrics to mix with a more casual phase of the design process. Whether you are remodeling your current residence or dining table and chairs. building a new home Paula will guide you every step of the way.

The bulkiness of the table legs help Paula is currently working on numerous projects throughout the Capital Region and beyond. She anchor the dining space. The rug has a is the designer responsible for taking the former St. Mary’s Convent in Glens Falls, New York and transforming it into twenty luxury condominiums. This project is known as 93 Maple Street. She more natural and less formal feel, but the specializes in window treatment design and her work has been featured in numerous publications. new sconces I chose add a bit of glamour She would love the opportunity to assist you with the selection of cabinetry, stone surfaces, lighting design and layout, flooring, furniture and more. and romance to this room. Yet they match the homeowner’s existing crystal Paula is involved in many local charities and just recently completed her 12th Vanguard Designer Show House benefiting the Albany Symphony as well as the Builders Parade of Homes. chandelier. I also added the molding Her work was recently featured in a YNN Home Segment. around the sconces so that the dining Paula McCormick Interiors: bringing your bringing your design dreams to fruition. Beautiful Design. room and sitting room complemented one Winner of Best Design for 2015 CRBRA Parade of Homes another.

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My contractor fabricated the great wood cornice, which I had painted a soft ivory to match the trim. This cornice extends the window and the longer panels really draw your eye to the gorgeous view. The balloon accent shades add just a touch of softness and the custom cushions I designed as well as the custom pillows really do invite you into this space. Similar design patterns are found on the tiles, fabrics as well as accessory pieces.

Thomas Paul Construction also fabricated the beautiful panel boxes and fireplace panels and created the amazing divider between the Sitting Room and the Whiskey Pour Room. It not only enhanced the small existing knee walls, but added a gorgeous feature that mimics the design elements throughout this home.

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he colors and the textures of rustic Adirondacks are well balanced with clean and modern lines.

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By painting the wall color extended to the outer frame of vaulted ceiling and the base-board (in high gloss), the ceiling height was visually raised. The center of the vaulted ceiling was painted in dark high gloss in order to accentuate reflected chandelier light, thus further raises the ceiling height.

The picturesque view, framed by the windows, is dressed in sheer panels of natural woven fiber, which was traditionally hand-spun and hand-woven in South Korea. The fabric was naturaldyed: light brown in coffee, pink in red bean, orange in clay, and the grey in sumi ink. The stripe color combinations on the border were playfully arranged and handsewn. The window panels can be easily moved to block the sunlight, depends on the direction of the sun, while keeping the beautiful river view open.

All lamps in the room were custom made specifically for this room. The wooden floor lamp was made of a salvaged organ pipe, which was paired with steel floor lamp to create more sculptural ambient lights. The small organ

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The carpet color wasn’t working for the design of the room. As replacing the carpet wasn’t an option, the designer had it cleaned and hand-painted to tie everything together for the color scheme of the room, using textile medium and air fixative.

The charcoal that was used as part of the decoration is also from Korean traditions, which is used for clarifying water and air. When displayed in a container of water, it also functions as a humidifier.

The paintings are works of the designer, who is also an artist and a textile designer.

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Contrasting Cabinetry: White alabaster perimeter cabinets are in sharp contrast with the dark gray island as are the soapstone and granite counters. Doublestacked wall cabinets with glass upper doors and accent lighting create a Really Cool kitchen.

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Butler’s delight: Natural stone countertops and ample soft white pantry cabinets give a Really Cool feel to this prep and storage area.

❄ Builder: Witt Construction, Inc. • Countertops: Capital Stone • Backsplash: Best Tile • Appliances: Earl B. Feiden. For more information about: Countertops and backsplash – Capital Stone and Best Tile at (518) 344-7000 or visit www.besttile.com; Appliances: Earl B. Feiden at (518) 785-8555 or visit www.earlbfeiden.com.

Charming and practical: Light granite countertops contrast well with dark cabinets, but also blend well over the white center island.

Really Cool.

❄ Builder: Traditional Builders • Cabinetry: Bellevue Builders Supply • Tile: Best Tile • Countertops: Capital Stone. For more information about: Cabinetry – Bellevue Builders Supply at (518) 355-7190 or visit www.bellevuebuilder; Tile and countertops – Best Tile and Capital Stone at (518) 344-7000 or visit www.besttile.com;

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Kitchens & Baths Spa-like comfort: A spacious master bath, featuring a luxurious soaking tub and two separate vanities, offers Really Cool comfort.

❄ Builder: Heritage Custom Builders • Cabinetry/countertops: Bellevue Builders Supply. For more information about: Cabinetry/countertops – Bellevue Builders Supply at (518) 355-7190 or visit www.bellevuebuilders.com.

Workable space: Contrasting light granite countertops and dark cabinets with stainless steel appliances make working in this room easy and Really Cool.

❄ Builder: Belmonte Builders LLC • Tile: Best Tile • Appliances: Earl B. Feiden. For more information about: Tile – Best Tile at (518) 344-7000 or visit www.besttile.com; Appliances – Earl B. Feiden at (518) 785-8555 or visit www.earlbfeiden.com.

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Lingering guests: The glass enclosed shower frames the beautiful white tile within, which in turn envelops the tub surround and backsplash to make this bath a great place to Really Cool off.

❄ Builder: Witt Construction, Inc. • Countertops: Capital Stone • Tile: Best Tile. For more information about: Countertop and tile – Capital Stone and Best Tile at (518) 344-7000 or visit www.besttile.com.

Family friendly: A well-designed space that overlooks the famly room features granite countertops and Kohler fixtures. Really cool!

❄ Builder: Saratoga Builders • Cabinetry: Builders Kitchens, Inc. • Tile: Best Tile • Appliances: Earl B. Feiden. For more information about: Cabinetry – Builders Kitchens, Inc. at (518) 4380323 or visit www.builderskitchens; Tile – Best Tile at (518) 344-7000 or visit www.besttile. com; Appliances: Earl B. Feiden at (518) 785-8555 or visit www.earlbfeiden.com.

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Gourmet delight: Cooking in this gourmet kitchen with upgraded cabinets, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances is sweet.

Really cool!

❄ Builder: Heritage Custom Builders • Cabinetry/countertops: Bellevue Builders Supply. For more information about: Cabinetry/countertops: Bellevue Builders Supply at (518) 355-7190 or visit www.bellevuebuilders.com.

Master elegance: Refresh in the huge tiled shower of this spacious master bath with double vanities. Really cool!

❄ Builder: Belmonte Builders LLC • Tile: Best Tile. For more information about: Tile: Best Tile at (518) 344-7000 or visit www.besttile.com.

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Seeking design inspiration?

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here are many different ways to get inspired when you are thinking of designing a bath or kitchen for your home.

One way is to stroll the aisles at the box stores and see various lines of cabinets, hardwood flooring, tiles and appliances.

If you are already working with a builder, they may take you to their design center where you have the option of choosing the finishes and selections from their array of products. However, most people seem to do much of the research online or use home and design magazines or idea books. What better way to get ideas than to see what others may have done with a similar space or style of home.

As an architectural photographer my job is to portray the designer’s or architect’s vision in an interesting and helpful way to showcase their work, which then might be seen in one of those home and design publications that inspire you. Or it may be used for a design award submittal, where both the project and the photograph are being judged. It’s critical for me to provide them with a useful and professional image, not only for a design award, but for their own company website and marketing materials.

I recently had the opportunity to photograph the home of one of our own local designers and a contributing writer to Capital Region Building and Design. Denise Palumbo, co-owner of Plum and Crimson Fine Interior Design of Saratoga Springs, turned her newly built home into a comfortable and personal space. It was interesting to see how a talented designer, who sees many of the latest trends, used interesting paints and fabrics as well as lighting and accessories to personalize her home. Be sure to read the article in this issue.

Enjoy the wonderful summer season here in Upstate New York. If you are a builder, designer, architect or a hospitality establishment, now IS the time to photograph any of your work while we are blessed with the wonderful weather and foliage this time of year offers.

Randall Perry For thirty years Randall Perry Photography has provided award-winning architectural photography services to the area’s top builders, designers, architects, construction firms and hospitality properties. Working through offices in Saratoga Springs NY, Bonita Springs FL and Cape Cod MA, his work has been featured in numerous trade and consumer publications as well as books on design and architecture, including his latest book, “Naples Florida, A photographic portrait.” To learn more about his work and view a portfolio of online images visit his website at www.randallperry.com or his office at 38 High Rock in downtown Saratoga Springs. Or call 518.421.6834.

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