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Jennifer Malise

Jennifer Malise

Jennifer grew up in an old farmhouse in New Jersey where her mom kept stacks of Better Homes and Gardens and regularly repainted the furniture. She lives in a brownstone in Weehawken, New Jersey.

  • A Modern Black and White Kitchen, Sized Just Right

    by Jennifer Malise October 8, 2020
    October 8, 2020

    A widened kitchen window + fresh kitchen cabinets = A modern black and white kitchen Before: Renovate an outdated Brooklyn kitchen Longtime…

  • A New Kitchen Dazzles With an L-Shaped Layout + Island

    by Jennifer Malise June 11, 2020
    June 11, 2020

    Once kept to a single wall, a true working kitchen comes to life with an L-shaped layout and island Project: Update and…

  • Surviving a Renovation: Should I Stay or Go?

    by Jennifer Malise May 22, 2020
    May 22, 2020

    Six Sweeten homeowners weigh in on staying or leaving during their remodel One of the main points to consider when planning a…

  • 7 Renovators Used Custom Bookcases to Build Their Own Library

    by Jennifer Malise April 21, 2020
    April 21, 2020

    7 ideas of custom bookcases to house a collection of books—whether you own 20 or 200 If you live with a book…

  • A Trinity House Restored to New Heights

    by Jennifer Malise January 23, 2020
    January 23, 2020

    Like a phoenix, this rowhouse rose from the ashes Today, we’re taking a look at the rebirth of a trinity townhouse in…

  • A Beige Bath Turns Blue Beauty

    by Jennifer Malise October 22, 2019
    October 22, 2019

    A bathroom remodel gets blue tile and a coat of blue paint Project: Overhaul a very beige bathroom in Jackson Heights, Queens…

  • 5 Tips to Create an Outdoor Space

    by Jennifer Malise October 15, 2019
    October 15, 2019

    Renovate your backyard (and terrace!) to entertain, garden, or just kick back and relax (Above) Sweeten homeowner K.V.’s backyard A private backyard or…

  • 5 Steps to Hiring a General Contractor for Your Renovation

    by Jennifer Malise November 7, 2018
    November 7, 2018

    Here’s what to know and ask when it comes to your project Renovating can be a complicated process; and the more you…

  • Bedrooms with Style and Storage to Spare

    by Jennifer Malise August 27, 2018
    August 27, 2018

    Seven serene retreats with tucked-in storage Like the rest of your home, your bedroom is a place to surround yourself with the…

  • Meet Sweeten General Contractor Ron

    by Jennifer Malise August 17, 2018
    August 17, 2018

    Ron’s favorite part of the job? Making a difference in someone’s life At Sweeten, the experts in our network are experienced contractors and design pros we’d be thrilled…

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