Jonna Gallo Weppler

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Alicia Johnson Dishes on Her Self-Help Book and Life in Columbia County

Facing up to severe childhood trauma inspired Alicia Johnson to write a self-help book anyone can use to chart a fun, fulfilling future-no matter what happened in the past.

This Custom Home in Ulster County Has a Modern Farmhouse Vibe

College sweethearts Becca Foy and Scott Lenahan wanted a weekend home upstate that would be the literal opposite of their small Manhattan apartment. Come on in.

Fat Baby Bourbon Is a Meaningful Project for This Westchester Dad

When his newborn daughter had a stroke, Josh Mahan back-burnered his burgeoning craft bourbon business to focus on her care. Galvanized by her incredible recovery, this Sleepy Hollow dad is back to building his brand.

This Germantown Home Gets a Modern, Livable Update

Every design decision over the course of this project was driven by a single directive: Help the homeowners feel the stress of their Manhattan lives melt away from the minute they arrive. Mission accomplished.

A New Build in Pine Plains Gets a Delightfully Mid-Century Modern Design

A Manhattan dweller dreamed of a sleek, sophisticated upstate retreat where he could comfortably host family and friends for get-away-from-it-all weekends. As soon as it was built, they came.

10 Fall Escapes in the Hudson Valley for Every Type of Traveler

Ten wonderful weekends for every type of traveler.

This Rhinebeck Home Redesign Is Airy and Welcoming

A Hudson Valley designer took a chance on a Rhinebeck property that checked none of the right boxes—a year and a full reno later, she and her family are home at last.

This Gardiner Home Design Leans Into the Beauty of the Shawangunks

Peek inside this stunning home transformation, which turned a 1980s spec house into a family abode that celebrates nature.

This Valatie-Based Video Game Designer Shares Her Path to Success

After diving into the world of games in the early 2000s, Keren-Detar found her passion creating educational games.

Fulton & Forbes Is a Welcoming Wine and Spirits Shop in Ancram

Cheers to entrepreneur Rachel Merriam, working six days a week at her charming new shop in Ancram and loving every minute.

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