Health + Wellness

FINDING THE RIGHT CHILD THERAPIST IN NJ

Watching your child struggle with anxiety, big emotions, or behavioral challenges can be incredibly overwhelming. As a parent, you want to help, but sometimes it feels like you’ve tried everything — and nothing is working. That’s when searching for a child therapist in NJ can make all the difference.At Blueprint Mental Health in Somerville, NJ, we specialize in helping children as young as three develop emotional awareness, coping skills, and...

Home + Design

Steam, Style & Subtle Luxury

Thoughtful design and expert craftsmanship transform this bathroom into a serene escape Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Tina Meerloo - Meerloo Photography In a state where fast-paced days often begin before sunrise and end well after dark, New Jersey homeowners are increasingly rethinking how their homes can offer moments of pause. Bathrooms, once purely functional, are being reimagined as personal retreats—spaces designed to restore as much as they refresh. One recent renovation...

Home + Design

A Personal Touch

Inside Tania Creative Touch Kitchen & Bath, Where Experience, Integrity and Heart Shape the Home Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Christopher Sztybel - That Werks Photography After nearly 30 years in the kitchen and bath industry, Tania Antunes still believes the most important part of any renovation isn’t the cabinetry, fixtures or finishes—it’s trust. That belief is the cornerstone of Tania Creative Touch Kitchen & Bath, her Lebanon-based showroom serving homeowners throughout...

Home + Design

What Does a Custom Closet Really Cost?

Timeless Closet & Cabinetry Article by Wendy Scott | Photography by Rich J Weinberger, Frank DiGiovanni, Julian Huarte When people ask, “How much does a custom closet cost?” I always smile—because the honest answer is: It depends. That is not a dodge. It is the reality of custom design. In Episode 2 of my podcast, It’s Only a Closet , I pull back the curtain on why pricing varies so widely and what homeowners should consider when planning a custom space. I often show clients the same closet...

Home + Design

A Career Built on Clarity

How Gerri Perez turned experience, transparency and trust into a top-producing real estate career Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Gerri Perez By the time Gerri Perez earned her real estate license in early 2000, she already understood property from the inside out. Long before she ever showed her first home, Perez and her then-husband owned rental properties, and she helped grow their contracting business from residential projects into large commercial work using her marketing and...

Home + Design

Step Into the Past

The Doric House Provides a Glimpse of Flemington’s History Article by Mikaela Lewis | Photography by The Hunterdon County Historical Society Tucked among homes and businesses on Flemington’s Main Street sits the Doric House. Built in 1845 by Mahlon Fisher, the Greek Revival structure has served many roles: Fisher’s home, Odd Fellows headquarters, a restaurant—where the Doric House got its name—and a Methodist Church School. In 1970, the building was acquired by Hunterdon County Historical...

Home + Design

Built on the Ground Up

Hicks Paving Blends Generations of Craftsmanship With Modern Innovation Article by Mikaela Lewis | Photography by Jillian Spencer Studios As the third generation to lead Hicks Paving, Sam Hicks carries forward a family legacy rooted in craftsmanship, integrity and hard work. Founded more than 65 years ago by his grandfather, the business has grown from a small local operation into a trusted paving company serving communities across north-central New Jersey. Today, as Hicks teaches his son the...

Food + Beverage

A Spoonful of Comfort

Rethinking chowder—and turning chili into a creamy crowd-pleaser Article by Chef David Burke | Photography by Chef David Burke, Shelley Clark Most people think of chowder in terms of clam, fish or corn. That gives short shrift to a broader category of soup defined by its hearty, chunky character—often thick and creamy, though not always. Consider tomato-based Manhattan clam chowder, which is relatively light compared with the robust creaminess of the New England version. What truly defines...

Health + Wellness

FINDING THE RIGHT OCD THERAPIST IN NJ

Living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can feel exhausting — both for individuals experiencing it and for their families. You might find yourself stuck in a cycle of intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviorsthat interfere with daily life.Whether it’s your child, teen, or yourself who is struggling, finding the right OCD therapist in NJ can make all the difference. At Blueprint Mental Healthin Somerville, NJ, we specialize in helping clients break free from the OCD cycle using...

Fitness

Hometown Game Day

Garden State City Lifestyle Brings Community Spirit to Rutgers–Penn State Season Finale Tailgate Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Tom Solymosi There’s nothing quite like Big Ten football—the roar of the crowd, the river of school colors, the crackle of energy that builds long before kickoff. On a freezing November afternoon, Garden State City Lifestyle turns the Rutgers vs. Penn State tailgate into one of the warmest, loudest and most memorable spots in the Scarlet Lot. Call it...