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Hoboken brownstone highlights original
charm with modern elements
WRITTEN BY TARA HOPFENSPIRGER
PHOTOS COURTESY OF BLACKSTOCK PHOTOGRAPHY AND ELLIOTT KAUFMAN PHOTOGRAPHY
N
eutral colors blend with pops of eye-catching
patterns and textures to make this threestory Hoboken apartment stand out among
the rest. Homeowners Joanne and Craig
Laurie chose the building, a 1890s
brownstone that was originally a threefamily house, for both its beautiful, traditional façade and
its 24-foot width. The brownstone went through a full gut
renovation, while maintaining its original charm, so that
the layout and flow of the old building could be
maximized. Joanne Laurie of J Laurie Designs served
as the interior designer of her own home, joining forces
with lead architect Jennifer Marsh of Mowery Marsh
Architects. The two women perfectly combined traditional
architecture with modern design to create an exceptionally
cohesive space highlighted with one-of-a-kind period
details.
In the living room, simple and refined architectural elements give
the space a grand, established look and feel. The custom-made
Marvin arched front windows framed in substantial trim work
match the arched masonry on the outside of the building. The
unique windows are highlighted by custom shutters, painted in a
contrasting high-gloss black color. Serving as the focal point of
the room is the velvet, mushroom-colored Jonathan Adler sofa,
accented by two gray and white Luna Rosa Home pillows. The
gorgeous white oak floors are accented by a cream-toned wool
and sisal rug, and a faux sheepskin Nate Berkus stool and
custom-made leather poof add two more distinctive textures to
the living room. A Clayton Gray Home bubble glass chandelier
hangs from the ceiling, drawing one’s attention down to the
Kartell Lucite coffee table. To the left of the fireplace is an
additional sitting area, complete with a velvet leopard-print
armchair and footstool resting on a cowhide carpet, again adding
to the layers throughout the room. Opposite that corner is a bar
cabinet with a vintage piece of abstract art above it to complete
the subtly eclectic style in the main living space.
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MARCH 2016 (201) GOLD COAST
BLACKSTOCK PHOTOGRAPHY
LIVING ROOM