Brooklyn Beauty: Mike D’s Cobble Hill Kitchen
Mike Diamond–legendary Beastie Boys emcee–has recently moved into a newly renovated townhouse in Brooklyn with his wife and two children. Diamond and his group have been forever linked to the borough due to the popularity of their classic hit “No sleep till Brooklyn.” Ironically, it’s the first time he’s ever lived outside of Manhattan! The...
Brooklyn Beauty: Modern Minimalism
Minimalism radiates from this Brooklyn Heights kitchen, but it’s far from boring! A neutral color palette–mauve and beige tones– clean lines, and built in appliances create the effect of seamlessness in the kitchen area. In the dining area; an eclectic mix of modern furnishings with smooth curves add contrast and style to the overall room....
Brooklyn Beauty: Eclectic Chic Kitchen
Everyone has already featured or talked about interior designer and blogger Athena Calderone’s DUMBO home. We’ve seen her glamorous living room, her son’s funky skateboard-inspired bedroom, and even her outdoor lounge area with its amazing views of the city. But we just couldn’t resist featuring her stunning kitchen–it’s definitely a Brooklyn beauty! We’re absolutely in...
Brooklyn Beauty: Industrial Chic Loft
It seems like many homes in Brooklyn have an industrial element. Whether it’s a dramatic bathroom with exposed plumbing and rustic wood, or a concrete kitchen with metal bar-stools, a slightly unfinished look is modern and cool! In the Williamsburg loft of Tumblr CEO David Karp, designer John Gachot kept everything simple: a black clawfoot...
Brooklyn Beauty: Dramatic Bathroom
This week we are featuring an industrial chic bathroom found in the former Park Slope home of style maven Jenna Lyons, by Ken Levenson Architect. We definitely have a thing for bold and dramatic bathrooms with black walls! The dark color is gorgeous and balanced out by a white ceiling, herringbone wood floors and lots of natural light. An exposed...
Brooklyn Beauty: Bright Hues in a Modern Kitchen
A couple’s love of pop art, color, and modern design inspired Jessica Helgerson to bring these elements into their Fort Greene home. In the dining room, a bookcase painted with four shades of red paired with turquoise lacquered chairs provide the perfect pop of color. The bright hues are balanced by earthy wood tones and...
