Millburn-Short Hills Magazine May 2017 | Page 49

Home BUBBLES OR NO BUBBLES? The modern-day claw foot bathtub in the master bath is similar to one the family had in their former house. On one side of it is the shower and on the other a water closet. The space that encompasses this room and the walk in closet (left) was at one time a bedroom. To make the bathroom and closet area flow seamlessly, the same granite was used for the counters and built-in storage. The fireplace is one of five in the home. Its surround is glass and marble tile arranged in a floral design. BEFORE PILLOW FIGHT BEFORE Lexi had a choice when they moved here. Take the bedroom down the hall and share the bathroom with her brother or pick this room, which was dark and cave like, but had great potential. She chose wisely. Added to the structure in the 1920’s, the space was crying out for a makeover. Freshly painted white beams and rafters, along with green walls transformed it into a bright and sunny teen dream. The new bathroom, all hers, also helps. Sleepovers and hours of hanging out here are now the norm. “She and her friends only come out when they need something to eat,” says Debra. The light fixture is from Pottery Barn. ■ MILLBURN & SHORT HILLS MAGAZINE MAY 2017 47