traveling theatrical productions, luminary lecturers, stun- ning storytellers, shows for kids, and musicians performing genres from classical to jazz. morrismuseum.org Ready to eat? The Jockey Hollow Bar and Kitchen offers top notch cuisine. Owner Chris Canon opened it in 2010—in the wake of his famed NYC restaurant Marea win- ning its James Beard Award for Best New Restaurant in the US. Making its home in the historic, century-old Vail Man- sion—formerly Morristown’s police headquarters—Jockey Hollow welcomes guests with fine dining in The Washington Room, less formal brasserie fare in The Oyster Bar and The Vail Bar, and barrells of beer hall gusto in The Rathskeller. jockeyhollowbarandkitchen.com The Frelinghuysen Arboretum may be one of the best places in the Garden State to get in touch with nature. If you’re embarking on a landscaping project, you’ll find inspiration among their myriad flora, from ornamental grasses to splendid shrubbery. There’s helpful information about which plants bloom when; a collection of “promising plants” showcasing seldom seen varieties; the “Branching Out!” garden, where kids ages 5–13 get a chance to cultivate; and the grassy expanse of the Great Lawn, which often hosts outdoor concerts during summer. Stop by to learn or just to give your spirits a lift. arboretumfriends.org
This summer, prepare for some starry nights on stage at MPAC .
And if your spirit-lifting runs more to the alternative, you’ll find the necessary supplies and guidance at the Rock Box Annex . Featuring objects from healing crystals to religious iconography, Rock Box also offers a full range of experiences to help visitors relax and recharge. These in- clude Reiki, tarot and shamanic healing. And if you’re feeling a little out of your element, they even offer a mini-service bar, where you can get a taste of what their practitioners offer in longer, more advanced sessions but at easy-to- sample lengths. therockboxannex.squarespace.com ■
MEET THE DESIGNERS
and modern, taupe-colored vanities with glass tops. I loved the look because it was different and modern! Is there a TV show or movie with design that you love? My favorite movie is “The Devil Wears Prada”. I love all the fashion and art shows depicted. Can you share a design problem you encountered and how you solved it? I designed a custom, wall hung, corner vanity for a client. It was a very complicated design and required me to work closely with the manufacturer to get it correct. If you were a color, what color would you be and why? Blue because it’s the color of water, and water can go with the flow, or it can cut its own path out. What type of design project do you find yourself working on most? Is there an aspect you’d like more of? I mostly work on whole houses and primary bathrooms. I enjoy when people are open to my suggestions for color and style.
How do you unwind when you’re feeling stressed out? Wine and a good movie usually do the trick! Is there a design upgrade you’d love to make in your own home? I would love a huge, spa-like primary bathroom with a walk-in shower and freestanding tub. Can you share a trend or something going on in the world of design that fascinates you? Household items that interact with our smart devices! Is there an iconic building or space where you’d like to try living; what about it do you imagine you’d enjoy most? I would love living in the “Invisible House” in Joshua Tree, CA. It would be amazing to be so close to nature, except with the luxuries of a penthouse! What signifies “home” to you? Home is wherever my family and my dogs are! ■
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How would you describe your personal design style? I love contemporary style with a touch of the dramatic. Who inspires you? My mom has had a big impact on my interest in design. She would have my sister and I help her decorate the house when we were kids. My interest grew from that. Can you describe a favorite design project you’ve worked on? I helped a client design a primary bathroom with steel gray hardware
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