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DesignNY DesignNY is a home and design publication & resource guide for Rochester, Buffalo & the Finger Lakes reigon. available at Wegman's, Tops, and Barnes & Noble.

“The floor plan integrates six interconnected bays with heated concrete floors covered in epoxy. The lower level include...
09/17/2026

“The floor plan integrates six interconnected bays with heated concrete floors covered in epoxy. The lower level includes a kitchen and powder room for entertaining, a storage room, and a mechanical space. Lofts are a timber frame’s signature architectural feature, and this one exudes bespoke, rustic luxury. It’s actually two spaces: a handsome sitting area and a capacious meditation room, divided by a barn door. A grand stairway of timbers, open risers, and iron balusters connects the two levels.”

Absolutely exquisite piece “What’s New Is Old” in the Twenty-Fifth Edition of DesignNY Magazine.

Written by Karen Marley.
Photography by Ray Sheley- R3D Media

When opportunity knocks, Shop Dog Studio answers ⏲️☕️🕋💡👷🏻‍♀️Check out our story “Revitalizing A Historic Home” to see mo...
09/10/2026

When opportunity knocks, Shop Dog Studio answers ⏲️☕️🕋💡👷🏻‍♀️

Check out our story “Revitalizing A Historic Home” to see more of a 480-square-foot addition that allowed for a larger kitchen, relocation of the mudroom, and addition of a laundry room and three-piece bathroom on the first floor.

Written by Renee Dustman.
Photography by Sandra Kicman.

“A disturbance in the typically calm water caught his attention; air bubbles in a manner he had never seen before. He st...
08/27/2026

“A disturbance in the typically calm water caught his attention; air bubbles in a manner he had never seen before. He stopped to watch.

Soon, an otter’s head popped out of the water. River otters are an indicator species: they cannot tolerate pollution, habitat degradation, or other environmental stressors. George, an active outdoorsman, had never seen one in New York.

Even more astounding is that this particular otter appeared in a spot that, when George first purchased the property 22 years prior, had no bridge, no stream, and no water. That otter sighting marked a major milestone in George’s devotion to rewilding his land, a movement gaining momentum across the country among landowners and homeowners.”
Written by Karen Marley.
Photography by Sandra Kicman.

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Check out this inspiring story on page 132 of DesignNY Magazine 2026.

Letting these photos speak for themselves because quite frankly, they’ve left us absolutely speechless… Check out “Elmwo...
08/24/2026

Letting these photos speak for themselves because quite frankly, they’ve left us absolutely speechless…

Check out “Elmwood Condo Provides Tranquil Oasis Among City Living” written by Laurie Kaiser and photographed by Sandra Kicman from our 2026 edition of DesignNY Magazine.

Cool and creative is the vibe at this hillside home on Canandaigua Lake, where outdoor living is celebrated and waterfro...
08/10/2026

Cool and creative is the vibe at this hillside home on Canandaigua Lake, where outdoor living is celebrated and waterfront views are treasured year-round.
Written by Jane Trabert Schmitt.

Photography by Sandra Kicman.

A perfect morning starts with a view, a cup of coffee, and a little design inspiration ☕️🛥️📖At DesignNY Magazine, we bel...
07/21/2026

A perfect morning starts with a view, a cup of coffee, and a little design inspiration ☕️🛥️📖

At DesignNY Magazine, we believe inspiration isn’t confined to beautifully designed homes, it’s everywhere. It’s in the places you travel, the architecture you admire, the waterfront views that make you pause, and the everyday moments that remind you to notice the beauty around you. We hope every issue encourages you to see your surroundings with fresh eyes and inspires you to create spaces that feel just as meaningful.

Grand is a fitting description for this 4,505-square-foot house. Each evening, rich, gilded light pours into the home’s ...
07/09/2026

Grand is a fitting description for this 4,505-square-foot house. Each evening, rich, gilded light pours into the home’s western window walls, drenching the monumental, white-on-white great room with a luminous, honeyed glow.

Written by Karen Marley
Photography by Kim Smith Photo
Architecture by Olga Kislyuk

It’s often the smallest details that leave the biggest impression. The thoughtful layering of materials, the precision o...
06/29/2026

It’s often the smallest details that leave the biggest impression. The thoughtful layering of materials, the precision of every finish, and the quiet moments of craftsmanship are what transform a beautiful home into one that feels truly exceptional. In this stunning cover home, every element was chosen with intention, proving that great design isn’t about excess- it’s about getting every detail exactly right.

These close-up moments reveal the artistry that can easily be overlooked at first glance, yet they’re what give a home its depth. Swipe through to appreciate the details that make this project so memorable, then pick up the latest edition of DesignNY Magazine to experience the full story behind this remarkable home.

Written by Renee Dustman.
Photography by Sandra Kicman.

Recognizing that Canandaigua Lake’s ecosystem is deteriorating, the Shielses planned their home and outdoor landscaping ...
06/24/2026

Recognizing that Canandaigua Lake’s ecosystem is deteriorating, the Shielses planned their home and outdoor landscaping on a philosophy of reciprocity. Their home design and landscape plan give back to the land, helping to restore and sustain its health for all its inhabitants, today and tomorrow.
Written by Karen Marley, “Growing Nature. Healing Water.” tells the story of balancing lakeshore living and environmental stewardship through thoughtful design and purposeful plantings.
Read more on pages 128-131 of our latest edition of DesignNY Magazine.

Photography by Sandra Kicman.

Indoors and out, this home is a paragon of retro allure and creative ex*****on, and the joyful vibe that originally capt...
06/15/2026

Indoors and out, this home is a paragon of retro allure and creative ex*****on, and the joyful vibe that originally captivated the homeowners is thriving.

Retro Roots. Modern Mood.
Check out this story on page 74 of the latest edition of DesignNY Magazine to read more about this home’s history.

Written by Karen Marley.
Photography by Sandra Kicman.

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