Home
concrete – an attractive and economical option – covers the basement floor . On the right hand wall is a photograph of Christo ’ s “ Gates ” by Montclair artist Jay Seldin . Top left are modern walnut and brushed nickel bookshelves from ISS Designs , known for both their commercial and residential lines . Included among more recent titles : a series of antique volumes from Cathy ’ s great grandparents , comprised of works by Kipling , Chaucer , and other English wordsmiths . Center left , a wall is decorated with stock certificates from the previous owner to form an idiosyncratic wall covering . Center right is an antique relic from Gulf gasoline , purchased near Cooperstown , NY , an energizing backdrop for Cathy ’ s exercise bicycle . Bottom left is Conrad ’ s office , featuring a beautifully crafted wood veneer desk with beveled drawers from Design within Reach , a cow skin rug acquired during a visit to Argentina and a retro-patterned couch that reflects the home ’ s ’ 60s theme . ■
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