The Digest | New Jersey Magazine
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e putting green provides a perfect practice place for both adults and kids to brush up on skills or show off their expertise to friends. e nearby wood paneled shed constructed to match the look of the home, is perfect for storing clubs and for keeping chairs and umbrellas safe over the winter. By night, the space is ideal for entertaining, with space for a dining room size table to host casual dinners and adjoining a classic bar covered in artfully chosen mosaic scale tiles from Artistic Tile and granite from First Class Granite, covered by an original pergola design. As warm summers turn to fall, the fire pit near the bar assures the outdoor space can continue as an entertainment area or quiet space--pull up a chair on a cool fall night to sip a scotch while contemplating the flames. e surrounding landscape features a wealth of greenery and stonework, creating a subtle wall between relaxation and reality. David said he was intent on placing the boulders and stones just right, making his contractors roll their eyes at his many requested moves. He recognizes his work relies on contractors. "It's not just about me but who I collaborate with. It's the unity that makes me successful." Whether it's a backyard or a restaurant, David said the most important job for him as a designer is to assess the tasks at hand—what are they, how is this concept going to be used and who is using it. He defines the space with his clients. "If someone contacts me based on my work experience, they are aware that I like the unexpected with traditional sensibility and modern flair. I want clients to get comfortable with the uncomfortable," he said. David recognizes and is humbled by his success which encourages him to pay it forward. He has done table-top events for Hope Lodge and Kids Need More and is involved in the annual gala for Bailey House, referring to these events as among his most exciting projects. "I have been blessed, so I am able to give back." V U E N J . C O M 109