Author: Cheryl De Leon

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Caribbean Queen

Once purely traditional, a Maplewood Cape Cod took on a tropical vibe when transformed by a Storm(s).
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The Pressure on Mom

For a designer, a Livingston renovation presented aesthetic and functional issues—plus the challenge of pleasing a client who was family.
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Grandkids Galore

When you think of empty nesters “downsizing,” how many bedrooms do you envision? For the owners of a West Orange townhome, the right answer was five.
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Take A Hike!

Mahwah’s Ramapo Valley County Reservation offers the perfect early-spring escape for an out-of-towner.
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7 Ways To Lend A Helping Hand

From town cleanups to home repairs to Earth Day planting, we’re always ready to support our communities and help the environment.
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Paint It Black

Bold colors and architectural details provide a once-outdated freehold living room with unmistakable glamour.
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Island In The Storm

A busy Ramsey family took advantage of ample floor space in a 1970s home to make their kitchen more functional and fun.
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Chef Central

Thanks to a renovation, a once awkward Monmouth beach kitchen is now a happy hub for the cook—or a bunch of cooks.
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Scoring A Win

The first floor of an Upper Saddle River home is transformed into a customized, elevated haven after years of heavy use.
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Cozy And Chic

Faced with what seemed a choice between elegance and comfort, the designer of a new-construction Franklin Lakes home answered: “Yes to both!”
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2 Egg-cellent Brunch Ideas

These easy quiche recipes—savory salmon and spinach Gruyère—bring effortless flavor to your spring table.
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Life In An Age Of Stress

A constant diet of worrisome global headlines can be an actual health hazard. Here are some ways to beat it.
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Two Jazzy Decades

For 20 years, jazz arts project has kept the beat swinging in the hometown of the legendary count basie.
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The McMansion Lives On

No longer a hot trend in real-estate construction, the much-maligned architectural style survives in existing homes that often sell quite well.
Life Stress

Life In An Age of Stress

A constant diet of worrisome global headlines can be an actual health hazard. Here are some ways to beat it.
Life Stress

Life In An Age Of Stress

A constant diet of worrisome global headlines can be an actual health hazard. Here are some ways to beat it.
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Get In The Game

All over Bergen, you can take a swing, a shot, a spike or a kick with these recreational sports leagues.
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One Cool Cat

A fancy feline joins his owners for a ride through Saddle River County Park.
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Plan Your Holiday Feast

Whether you’re looking for a roast or a fully catered seder, these Bergen spots will help make your Easter or Passover meal delicious.
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Refresh and Renew at FACE FOUNDRIÉ

At FACE FOUNDRIÉ Morristown, sisters-in-law Erica and Katie Kohler have built a salon that combines expert skincare, personalized attention, and affordable luxury, welcoming visitors from Morristown and beyond.
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Cleaning House

Say goodbye to winter clutter and hello to a lighter, brighter home this spring.
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Warm Welcome

The Ramsey community comes out to celebrate its state champions.
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12 Events For A Great Weekend

Musicals for all ages, world-famous performers, laughs, hikes and more—there’s something for everyone in Bergen this weekend.