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CONTENTS

Hudson Spaces

The area’s best designers and architects show off their latest projects in this year’s edition of Hudson Spaces.

24 MANNINO ARCHITECTS + BUILDERS 26 MOWERY MARSH ARCHITECTS 28 WILLS DESIGN ASSOCIATES 30 J PATRYCE DESIGN 32 MELISSA PEEL DESIGN 34 VANESSA DELEON ASSOCIATES

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16 To New Heights Tamara and Niall Templeman of Houseplay Renovations transform a Jersey City Heights fixer-upper.

44 Showcase Wines From Tuscan reds to Bordeaux blends, Super Buy-Rite Jersey City breaks down the best home wines.

38 City Living Along the Gold Coast The residential boom has inspired endless developments. You know the players. Here’s how the numbers match up.

48 House of Blues Impacting the mood of your home using Pantone’s Color of the Year: Classic Blue.

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52 Hudson County Then & Now How today’s population and developments stack up against the numbers of yesterday.

56 Wells Fargo Loft Inside an artist loft renovation by one of Jersey City’s top firms, Jeff Jordan Architects.

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EDITOR’S LETTER To all of our readers, friends and neighbors, Thank you for your immense patience as we publish this latest issue of The Digest in the midst of social distancing. I want to assure everyone that while our typical rack locations won’t be our first focus for distributing (with many temporary business closures), we will be focusing our efforts on direct mail in conjunction with our digital component.

Iconic English decorator David Hicks once said, “The best rooms have something to say about the people who live in them.” I believe that‘s true.

And having spent so much time over the last month isolated inside my own, I’ve learned a lot about them (and myself).

So many rooms, though, have equally as much to say about

the architects, designers (and would-be decorators like myself) who cultivated their creation.

Whether they’re knocking down walls or simply (or not so simply) adding a few throws, Hudson County designers offer a wealth of ideas and solutions to even the most uniquely structured spaces.

Our designers are putting New Jersey on the map when it comes to style more so than anywhere else in the state. The residential boom in Hudson County over the last decade has sparked everything from sleek, modern remodels to rustic, hip interior concepts. You’d be hardpressed to find an abundance of this in our neighborhoods even 10 years ago. Today, it seems as though I’m constantly unearthing some new, local renovation project.

This brings me to Jeff Jordan Architects, a firm I’ve only become familiar with over the last couple of years. Jordan and his team are just the sort of creators Hudson County’s industry longed for. This issue throws it back to their Wells Fargo Loft remodel in Jersey

City, a home that doubles as a work/living space for a local artist couple.

We also cover a few upscale developments including One Park, a stunning condominium complex in Cliffside Park, NJ. Its interiors and architecture, curated by VLDG Inc. and Architectura respectively, punctuate One Park’s cliffside location overlooking the Hudson and the New York City skyline.

Here’s wishing you all brighter days on the horizon. Stay healthy. Support your local businesses. And above all, be decent to each other.

MICHAEL SCIVOLI EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

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A Jersey City Heights Home Transformation

By Brooke Law

“We created our company to provide a different kind of home renovation experience, with an emphasis on playfulness.”

ome renovation is often painted as a dream or vilified as a total nightmare.

First are the fairy tales: beautiful Pinterest pages of luxury spaces, gorgeous home design #inspo on Instagram, and fuss-free renovations packaged into tearjerker episodes of HGTV’s “Fixer Upper.” Next are the horror stories: general contractors who walk off jobs without completing them, architects who go rogue and design according to their own preference, projects that stretch on for years.

“We created our company to provide a different kind of home renovation experience,” says Tamara Templeman, co-founder and creative director of Houseplay Renovations. The name she and her partner Niall chose stemmed from the vision: ”The reason we loved our work was because we were able to give our clients a chance to play with their space and personalize it.

We offer service from concept to completion to handle all the hard parts so you can enjoy the process as much as possible.”

Stuart Culpepper and Karin Williams purchased a fixer-upper in Jersey City Heights and approached Houseplay to help them transform it. “From the beginning, Karin and Stuart knew that they wanted to be able to hand off this project to a team of professionals,” says Tammy.

“They didn’t want to coordinate subcontractors and go to 10 different stores to choose backsplash tile and countertops.”

From the beginning, Houseplay does things differently than other home renovation companies. For Stuart and Karin, they designed the entire house all at once.

“Designing all at once, instead of in phases, allowed us to budget accurately over the full scope of the project,” Tammy explains. Then, the Houseplay team split construction into two phases to allow the family to live in the house throughout the renovation.

Tammy and lead designer Veronika Bamfield started with layout, as Stuart and Karin wanted to reconfigure every floor to better suit their needs. Previously, the house was set up with a duplex apart-

ment on the garden and first levels, with the top floor as a rental unit. The family decided to reverse that configuration, setting up an apartment on the garden level and a duplex on the first and second floors.

For design inspiration, Tammy and Veronika turned to the couple’s midcentury modern teak furniture that Stuart’s parents had collected back in the 1950s.

“Midcentury modern is definitely making a comeback right now,” Tammy says.

Stuart and Karin also wanted to showcase their collection of original artwork by local Jersey City artists, so the team planned to keep the walls open and the space quiet as a backdrop for the couple’s favorite pieces.

When it was time to choose fixtures and finishes, Veronika pulled together a curated selection of options. “We work with our clients to choose all the materials upfront,” says Tammy. “It can feel like a lot of decisions to make all at once, but it allows the construction process to go so much more smoothly in the long run.”

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Custom touches and finishes throughout the house made the space itself feel like a work of art, from the custom cement tile in the kitchen to the vintage Danish mirror in the powder room. As the design process unfolded, opportunities cropped up to create unexpected choices that lend originality to the space.

For example, Stuart and Karin request-

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ed a professional oven for the kitchen.

Veronika found one at a steep discount that would keep the kitchen on-budget.

The only caveat? It was orange. Stuart and Karin were game, so the team connected the orange oven to a backsplash with orange accents. The space came together with other pops of color, including a yellow front door.

“The artistry of Houseplay’s expert crew is remarkable,” says Karin. “Tammy and Niall helped us reimagine the entire space.” In addition to fun, stylish design choices, the Houseplay team also ensured that the home was highly functional, adding elements like a large walk-in dressing room in the master bedroom and a walk-in pantry in the kitchen to maximize the space. The garden-level apartment is set up as a spacious studio, with a maroon accent wall delineating the bedroom from the kitchen/living area.

Houseplay also created a better connection from the kitchen to the backyard,

which was landscaped by local Jersey City business A Small Green Space.

What about all those renovation horror stories? “Every renovation has hiccups,” Tammy acknowledges. “In every project, we commit to our clients that we will be there to carry them through any rough patches. We do that through open communication and creative problemsolving.” Karin and Stuart are happy with their experience. “We were able to live in the house throughout the entire renovation with minimal disruption,” says Karin.

Stuart agrees: “The house is worth it.

We’re happy to be home.”

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So what’s next for Houseplay? “Our goal for 2020 is to work on 10 full-scale home remodels in Jersey City, Hoboken and Montclair,” says Tammy. The Houseplay team has deep expertise in renovating historic brownstones—they have a close working relationship with the Historic Preservation Commission and specialize in transforming fixer-uppers into beautiful, functional homes. And because it can feel daunting to purchase a brownstone with plans to renovate, Houseplay created their Homebuyer Support Sessions to help homebuyers make an empowered decision prior to putting in an offer or closing on a new home.

In other exciting news, Houseplay is poised to open their first-ever brick-andmortar home base in Montclair. It includes a design studio and office space, and Tammy and her team are excited about all the opportunities that will open up.

Whatever projects they take on in 2020, one thing’s for sure: Houseplay Renovations is committed to creating homes their clients will love living in for years to come.

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ABOUT HOUSEPLAY RENOVATIONS TAMMY TEMPLEMAN is the co-founder and creative director of Houseplay Renovations, a design/build firm currently serving Jersey City, Hoboken and Montclair, NJ. Get in touch with Houseplay at www.hprnj.com or follow them on Instagram at @houseplayrenovations.

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In the 2010s, as our communities grew, local architects and designers reshaped Hudson County’s interiors. For them, each project wasn’t a job to be done. It was an opportunity to create a space unique to both their firm’s creativity and their clients’ vision. Their passion for home design created some of our area’s most iconic interiors. Old brownstone revivals. Mid-century modern rowhouses. Contemporary penthouses with a sprawling view of Manhattan.

Today, there are more talented design firms here than ever before. What I love most about these individuals and their teams are the different looks they achieve. Choosing my favorite “Hudson Spaces” was no simple task. In this edition of our annual Real Estate and Design Guide, I’ve highlighted some of the best interior work. Each designer has their own area of expertise and method of working with their clients. One thing they all share, though, is a dedication to creating something extraordinary.

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DESIGNER:

MANNINO ARCHITECTS + BUILDERS

LOCATION: UNION CITY, NJ Rosario Mannino comes from a diverse professional background. For his part, the New Jersey-native has always found himself torn between his love for both design and new construction. He spent years creating celebrity homes in Boca Raton, FL. In 2015, the FAU architecture alum opened his own firm here in Northern New Jersey, fusing his two passions.

The firm’s style is not restricted to any one aesthetic but rather, a culmination of natural materials, proper proportions and his client’s desired character. The team’s approach is to gauge the type of experience each client is looking for when they enter their home. This farmer renovation in Union City, NJ features a black and white minimalistic style, in which every single wall from the first floor was removed. This concept helps achieve a flow of natural light along with the feel of a bigger space for entertaining.

For Mannino, the experience created by the space’s natural light is what ties everything together. “My favorite part about this project is the black and white simplicity of the natural light that now pours into the home from the east, south, and west. It has completely changed the mood and overall feel from the compartmentalized rooms from before.”

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MOWERY MARSH ARCHITECTS

LOCATION: JERSEY CITY, NJ One of the more impressive firms I’ve come across in my time in Hudson County is husband and wife duo, Jennifer and Brian Marsh. Together, they have been designing residences in Hudson County for over 15 years and quickly became known as a high-service firm.

They work with an aesthetic that is unique to each of their clients, but each project they endeavor is a glimpse of what highend design in the Garden State could or should be.

In this Jersey City Heights Palisade Ave interior, Mowery Marsh Architects wanted to embrace the Victorian roots of the home while taking an “eclectic approach that allows for a bit of an urban edge.”

With any renovation they undertake, they aim to create a space that pays homage to what was, while at the same time, opening it up with lights and views.

This Victorian renovation brings in new elements and is spatially comfortable with what Mowery Marsh likes to call “an open flow.” On the same note, this Hudson space retains its intimate scale while opening up to the New York City view as much as possible. “We love the warm textural elements in the project,” Jennifer says. “The exposed joists in the dining room, the salvaged wood posts in the master bath, the exposed brick, the original detailed railings and entry bench in a rich color—they’re all set against crisp, bright spaces.”

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DESIGNER:

WILLS DESIGN ASSOCIATES

LOCATION: HOBOKEN, NJ Brooklyn designer Lauren Wills started her firm, Wills Design Associates, back in 2014. Since then, the Pratt Institute alum (and Texas-native) has struck a balance between the aesthetics of comfort and sophistication. Her projects reach as far as Houston, TX and as close as right here in Hoboken, NJ. With experience at Ralph Lauren Home, Wills is one of those triedand-true designers you can simply count on to take full creative control.

Wills first became acquainted with this old converted firehouse unit in Hoboken when a friend moved in. Ever the designer, she began by simply encouraging him to, as she told Houzz, “Make it a little cooler.”

Fast-forward a bit, and it wasn’t long before adding a sofa turned into designing an entire back deck with a fire pit and custom cushions from Sunbrella fabric.

The apartment is located on the threestory firehouse’s first floor. Inside, Wills added countless elements such as a marble drink station in the dining room and a dry bar custom-made by California Closets (to accommodate an obviously necessary wine fridge). Of her many favorite elements in this sophisticated yet comfortable firehouse update, Wills is just thrilled with the pendant lighting, and well, so am I. “The living room pendant lights were custom made by a company called Petlamp,” she explains. “All the materials are recycled. It’s a neat concept where you can spread each light out as you see fit.

Also, the long bench was a killer find by Ralph Lauren Home.”

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J PATRYCE DESIGN LOCATION: JERSEY CITY, NJ PHOTOGRAPHY: CHRISTIAN HARDER

When I think of Hudson County designers, J Patryce Design is always one of the first firms to pop into my mind. An industry veteran, Principal Interior Designer Joan Enger founded J Patryce in 2005. Enger excels in blending clean lines with a traditional twist—offering nuances of what can be described as “classic modern.” That’s not to say that J Patryce isn’t versatile. Each project feels timeless and layered in its own right.

This unit located at Hudson Tea is just the sort of environment Enger and her team thrives in. J Patryce was hired alongside the architect several months before the demolition even began. From there, they collaborated on a floor plan which involved an abundance of custom millwork throughout, even in a relatively compact space of 1,700-square-feet. “The husband and wife had different visions of what they wanted,” Enger tells me. “She was drawn to a more monochromatic look and he yearned for color. We did our best to listen closely and provide concepts that appealed to both. The moody blue den with dramatic artwork and citron velvet pillows in the living room were all for him.”

It’s no secret that the focal point of this space at Hudson Tea are the panoramic views of Manhattan. But it was important for Enger to keep the interior serene and super functional.

“The 17-foot industrial ceilings were incredible to work with and enabled us to centrally locate the kitchen by running the water and power underneath the raised children’s wing, creating a unique split-level design. This allowed us to use the height as a design detail, especially concerning the millwork. The custom ladder rail in the kitchen is probably one of my favorite details along with the stunning waterfall quartzite island.”

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DESIGNER:

MELISSA PEEL DESIGN LOCATION: HOBOKEN, NJ PHOTOGRAPHY: TIMOTHY SANDE

Designing cramped spaces in any city can prove to be challenging. One thing we have no shortage of in Hudson County, are tight quarters. Hoboken resident, Melissa Peel, excels in bringing small, urban spaces to life. Though her latest brownstone project on 6th Street isn’t exactly modest in size, Peel was tasked with improving the interior’s functionality for entertaining.

The major step in this first-floor renovation was creating more kitchen storage space, while highlighting the home’s natural light by using lighter colors and rustic earth tones. Elements of white, black, wood and exposed brick give this brownstone’s facelift a natural look that’s equal parts hip and clean.

“My favorite detail here is the fireplace TV wall. We took down the drywall to expose the original brick and I love bringing out the beautiful, historical details of classic brownstones,” Peel tells me. “While repointing the brick, we were able to add electrical and cable outlets so the TV could hang seamlessly. We were able to source an iron basket and added birch logs to create a warm/cozy feel for the living room. We also installed picture molding on the other two walls and this added some dimension; it also provided a perfect place for my client to display family photos.”

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VANESSA DELEON ASSOCIATES

LOCATION: WYCKOFF, NJ PHOTOGRAPHY: JASON DUCUSIN You’ve seen her work in countless homes on both sides of the Hudson. On HGTV’s “Generation Renovation.” Inside local celebrity homes. And even at some of your favorite local restaurants. With offices right here in Hudson County and New York City’s Chelsea neighborhood, Vanessa DeLeon and her team have become a powerhouse on the Gold Coast.

As the firm’s Principal Interior Designer, DeLeon’s work tackles motifs of modern, stylized designs with classic elements.

This Bergen County home design, though a short drive from our community, is a great embodiment of the detailed aesthetic DeLeon achieves in her work.

This interior features gold lines, pops of blue color and a playful relationship with abstract art and wallpaper. Elegant, design-forward lighting and furniture pieces are focal points, while natural accents such as wood and metal round out the details. This home also features a massive walk-in with an abstract ceiling.

“The closet has a plethora of wonderful details—from the grand wallpaper on the ceiling to the spectacular lighting and the crystal handles,” DeLeon says. “The design aesthetics are part of my client’s vision/inspirations gathered through many years of travel and the beautiful hotels and resort visits.”

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1.

The Classics

Wine has a long history, and many wineries have built their reputations over decades, if not centuries. From classic chateaux in Bordeaux, exotic villas in Tuscany, to modern classics in California and Australia, here are some of the big names of the wine world:

BORDEAUX

There is no way around it, the best wineries here are not cheap. But they improve for decades if well kept, and their names are instantly recognizable: Latour, Lafite, Haut Brion Mouton, Margaux. If it is in your budget, the Chateau Lafite Rothschild 2016 is from an excellent vintage and goes for $799.99. For most wines in this group, expect to pay well over $1,000 per bottle.

TUSCANY

Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia. This humble red was initially made in 1948 as a table wine for the family made in bad vintages, blending a small plot of Cabernet with Cabernet Franc. His nephew, Piero Antinori, convinced him to release it commercially. Demand grew, and eight years later it shocked the world, defeating the best Bordeaux blends in the world in a blind tasting! The 2016 will run you about $240, on sale.

NAPA

Dominus. Historic for many reasons, the land here was first planted in 1836 by George Yount and was the site of the Napanook winery until it was bought by John Daniel Jr, owner of the Inglenook Chateau, then the most famous wine made in California. His daughters entered a partnership in 1982 with Christian Moueix, who was running, amongst others, Chateau Petrus in Bordeaux. He called his wine: Dominus, Latin for “Lord of the Estate.’’ Combining French technique with Californian grapes, these wines are unbelievable! The 2015 Dominus is $299.99 on sale per bottle and scored a perfect 100 points from Robert Parker.

AUSTRALIA

Penfolds Grange 2012. This Aussie classic was originally made by Penfolds winemaker as an experiment melding Aussie grapes with French winemaking techniques in the early ’50s. By the 1960s, the wine began to get international recognition and helped establish Australia as a winemaking destination.

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Bottle Age Nothing in the wine world is more impressive than bottle age, period. Great producers in the best years can age for decades, slowly improving, integrating the flavors, softening the tannins, transforming under the slow passage of time. And when someone sees them in your collection, it is sure to be a great conversation piece!

Older wines, because they demand patience and a bit of risk, can be very expensive to procure. As the wines become increasingly rare, the prices increase. However, there are some regions or producers that age the wines in their own cellars, releasing them only when they feel they are ready and are often great deals for the consumer.

LOPEZ DE HEREDIA VINA TONDONIA RESERVA RIOJA 2006

Established in 1877, Heredia makes this exquisite red from a vineyard planted in 1913, and ages it in their cellar in both American oak and then in bottles. The 2006 is the current vintage, and is available for an amazingly low $45.99 per bottle.

BEL AIR LAGRAVE 1983 MAGNUMS These 1.5L bottles are from a very good vintage in the early ’80s, and show just how well Bordeaux can age! Silky, smooth and fully integrated, these go for $99.99.

SMITH WOODHOUSE 2000

Port is a fortified red that is one of the most ageable wines. The 2000 vintage was spectacular, and this wine is a great centerpiece of any bar or collection! $79.99 per bottle on sale.

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Oversized Bottles There is something just incredibly aweinspiring about gigantic bottles of good wine. Their presence dominates the room, the eye is drawn to them. Nothing is like the excitement of opening a double magnum (3L), a Jeroboam (six regular bottles), a Salmanazar (12 bottles in one), or a Nebuchadnezzar (20!). The bigger you go, these are increasingly rare, so finding a 3L bottle should be much easier.

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—How to impact the mood of your home using Pantone’s 2020 Color of the Year. BY ABBY MONTANEZ When thinking about your home—whether it’s the décor, paint or furnishings—we’re all inherently drawn to certain hues. Red, for example, is believed to reflect someone’s tenacity while yellow is often synonymous with positive energy. Surely artists and interior designers alike understand this psychology better than anyone, since their palettes ultimately have the ability to influence one’s mood or behavior.

Going beyond just aesthetics, the experts at Pantone chose Classic Blue as 2020’s Color of the Year for a specific emotional and psychological reason. “Imprinted in our psyches as a restful color, PANTONE 19-4052 Classic Blue brings a sense of peace and tranquility to the human spirit, offering refuge. Aiding concentration and bringing laser-like clarity, Classic Blue re-centers our thoughts. A reflective blue tone, Classic Blue fosters resilience.”

Across the home and design industry, Pantone says that Classic Blue is a pervasive favorite because it offers a stable foundation that can be built upon. Assuming we all want to live in an emotionally healthy household, we’re laying out how to use Classic Blue, and what it can do for your space.

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The 2020 Color of the Year has been jokingly referred to by social media as “Antianxiety Blue,” but science says that the color can actually help to lower blood pressure, clear the mind and steady one’s breathing.

In terms of functionality and incorporating it into your home, think anywhere you would want to sleep, dream or relax—most likely a bedroom or living area.

Makes a Space Feel

Bigger

When paired with a neutral, this shade of blue can make spaces feel larger. On the walls of a smaller room, it references the sky or sea— both wide-open, expansive spaces. In a more sizable setting, colorful Classic Blue accents can help draw the eye in.

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Increase Home’s

Selling Price According to a 2017 study done by Zillow, houses that had bluecolored bathrooms sold for approximately $5,440 more than other comparable listings.

While the reasoning behind the findings vary, blue has long been a popular complement to countertops and cabinets which is why buyers can usually find it in kitchens and bathrooms.

Transcends Styles and

Trends

Blue is one of the most dynamic tones that we have to work with. It can be both masculine or feminine, natural and dramatic.

In this era, Pantone’s Classic Blue harkens back to traditional design styles but enters new territory with modern finishes and textures such as suede, velvet and taffeta.

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WELLS FARGO LOFT

By Michael Scivoli

Jeff Jordan is one of New Jersey’s most forwardthinking architects. A graduate of the University of Michigan and the University of California at Berkeley, he spent years creating projects across the country before finally planting his roots in New York City. At his Jersey City firm, Jordan and his team are the creative minds behind some of the most nuanced projects in the state.

This Wells Fargo Loft is one of the firm’s premier projects. From its historic facade to its new interior millwork, it’s no doubt become one of the standout projects in Jersey City. The clients, two local artists, bought the double-height, ground-level loft with aspirations of creating a live/work studio.

The structure was built back in 1890 and though it has seen renovations in the 1990s (which was when it was separated into residential units), Jeff Jordan and his team were tasked with carving out a balance between living and working spaces.

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To give you an idea of just how old the Wells Fargo building in Hamilton Park is, it was used to stable the company’s horses and stagecoaches at the turn of the last century. Naturally, elements such as exposed brick are the foundation of such projects, particularly when one considers the strategic reconfiguration of the space’s walls. Jordan and his team specialize in renovating older buildings in Hudson County but due to the loft’s size (and other details such as large exposed beams that run the length of the structure), the project was no doubt a unique test of their creative ability.

Regardless of the challenge, the loft itself was still, in layman’s terms, just one (big) room. “Of key importance was the means by which the space’s program would be partitioned,” the firm says.

“The client’s desire to integrate living and work areas required that, on the one hand, no hard delineation be made between the two while, on the other hand (for a host of practical reasons), some sort of boundaries were needed.”

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econfiguring the main living area to be both unobstructed and functional involved the removal of some walls (and the addition of new plywood millwork throughout the space).

To keep the now larger overall space fluid, Jordan and his team employed acrylic screens, wood shelving and built-in cabinetry.

The project’s palette is both rustic and historic, creating a chic look while paying homage to the structure’s storied details. The space is anchored by familiar elements such as (repainted) steel beams and existing brick. While light-colored millwork and a fresh coat of white paint couple to create a pristine, comfortable ambiance.

ABOUT THE ARCHITECT A full-service Jersey City firm, JEFF JORDAN ARCHITECTS with a focus on top design standards and project execution. The firm’s projects vary in scale from modest interior remodels to complex new builds in both urban and rural settings alike. Jeff Jordan Architects works to apply sustainable practices with an understanding of the construction process. The team employs a multi-disciplinary approach which involves collaborative efforts with designers, engineers, fabricators and builders. “Every project is seen as an opportunity to provide dynamic and uplifting responses to the nuances of the site, program and client.”

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