"I’d describe my personal home style as minimal maximalism. I know that sounds like an oxymoron, but hear me out! To me, minimal maximalism means incorporating bold patterns, bright colors, and statement art pieces in a very deliberate, light-handed way," writes beauty editor Dianna Mazzone Singh. Credit: Sandra RegaladoCredit: Sandra Regalado
The entryway features a Niche Neutral Burl Wood Console Table from CB2, a Renwil Tufa Mirror from Amazon and a Bennett Rug from The Loom and Company. The entryway is painted with Clare's “Headspace.” The dining table and chairs are both from Rove Concepts and the Carbon Brown Burl Wood Entry Cabinet is from CB2. Credit: Sandra RegaladoCredit: Sandra Regalado
The large black and white sculpture is by Angela Chrusciaki Blehm and was installed by Andrew of @handyandynyc. Another piece of art in this room is also important to the couple. "There’s so much I love about our home, but one of my favorite pieces right now is a portrait by the artist Sharan Ranshi that hangs in our dining area," begins Dianna. Credit: Sandra RegaladoCredit: Sandra Regalado
"When my husband and I got married, instead of getting each other 'wedding gifts,' we commissioned a portrait based on one of our engagement photos, done in Sharan’s signature, color-and-pattern-centric style. We’ll treasure it forever." Credit: Sandra RegaladoCredit: Sandra Regalado
Dianna says the living area's odd layout has been a bit of challenge to overcome. "It’s a decent-sized space, but in order to get to the kitchen, office, and outdoor area, there’s a clear path through it that can’t be blocked." Credit: Sandra RegaladoCredit: Sandra Regalado
"That said, there was no 'obvious' spot to place a couch — so after a lot of experimentation, we finally decided to set up our sectional on an angle. It adds interest by dividing the room a little differently than one might expect, and doesn’t look so 'wedged in' against a wall." Credit: Sandra RegaladoCredit: Sandra Regalado
"Creating various 'zones' within the apartment has been helpful for us, especially because our living and dining areas weren’t built in a way that they’re clearly defined," Dianna continues explaining. "We do this visually with paint colors and also physically with room dividers and rugs." Credit: Sandra RegaladoCredit: Sandra Regalado
"I like to decorate the same way I like to dress: by mixing 'high' and 'low' pieces," Dianna advises. "Displaying a $30 lamp on a table with a four-digit price tag is the home equivalent of wearing Chanel flats with an H&M dress — I like to think it’s both more economical and way more interesting!" Credit: Sandra RegaladoCredit: Sandra Regalado
“One major perk of our apartment is its significant outdoor space,” Dianna writes. Credit: Sandra RegaladoCredit: Sandra Regalado
“To be able to garden, barbeque, and roast marshmallows in the middle of New York City is a privilege we don’t take for granted!” Credit: Sandra RegaladoCredit: Sandra Regalado
"Name a renter-friendly hack and we’ve probably tried it! We used peel-and-stick tiles on our kitchen backsplash, and applied peel-and-stick wallpaper in both the bathroom and bedroom," Dianna writes, of the wallpaper from The Inside. Credit: Sandra RegaladoCredit: Sandra Regalado
"Because I’d heard installation can be tricky if you’re a first-timer, we hired the amazing Claire of @happywallsnyc to put up the wallpaper." Credit: Sandra RegaladoCredit: Sandra Regalado
"Andrew of @handyandy.nyc was another close collaborator: I’ll forever be grateful to him for not running the other way when I sent him a TikTok about how to 'fake' wall sconces without using wiring." Credit: Sandra RegaladoCredit: Sandra Regalado
"I purchased traditional sconces; he removed the wiring and mounted them on either side of the bed, and then we popped in battery-powered puck lights from Amazon that could be controlled with a remote," Dianna admits. Credit: Sandra RegaladoCredit: Sandra Regalado
The Mid-Century 5-Drawer Dresser is from West Elm.
"I think the biggest challenge was creating a space that feels like 'us' while making peace with the things we can’t change as renters: like certain lighting fixtures, cabinetry, appliances, and flooring," Dianna describes. Credit: Sandra RegaladoCredit: Sandra Regalado
"Instead of fighting those features, we leaned in: For example, the brown tiles in the bathroom that we didn’t necessarily love became the inspiration for using patterned peel-and-stick wallpaper that incorporated the same neutral tones." Credit: Sandra RegaladoCredit: Sandra Regalado
Thanks Dianna and Herman! Credit: Courtesy of Dianna Mazzone SinghCredit: Courtesy of Dianna Mazzone Singh
Finding a rental apartment in New York City is one of the most overwhelming, anxiety-inducing, and somehow rewarding experiences ever. Beauty editor Dianna Mazzone Singh experienced this beautiful chaos while apartment hunting with her husband, Herman, and pup, Sushi.
“We applied for the apartment before we even saw it in person (that’s how competitive the rental market was back in 2021!) and had the keys in hand within a few days,” she writes.
Their one-bedroom apartment is situated on the west side of the SoHo neighborhood, which Dianna says is called SoHo Village and was designated as a historic district in 2016. The location is quaint, Dianna’s best friend lives “literally around the corner,” and they’re near great restaurants and grocery stores.
It’s not just the neighborhood that made the couple want to sign up for the apartment before even touring it — the home itself boasts character, too. “One major perk of our apartment is its significant outdoor space,” she says. “To be able to garden, barbecue, and roast marshmallows in the middle of New York City is a privilege we don’t take for granted!”
Since moving in a year-and-a-half ago, Dianna has created spaces in their apartment that her husband lovingly describes as “related but not same-y.” There’s a through line in the home — like patterns, vibrant colors, and artwork — but in each room, there’s still “something new to be discovered,” she says.
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