A classic Far Hills residence get an ambitious makeover for New Jersey's Mansion in May exhibition. (njmonthly.com)
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Mansion Makeover

by Lauren Payne   
Posted August 29, 2008

NJ Monthly takes a look at a Mansion in May makeover.
NJ Monthly takes a look at a Mansion in May makeover.

In the annual ritual of designers strutting their best stuff in showhouses throughout the state, there is always one sandout- Mansion in May. This year was no exception.

Staged at Froh Heim, a rambling country estate in Far Hills, the event drew more than 18,000 attendees during its 31 days. Coordinating this extravaganza is no small feat: A volunteer force of more than 1,000 individuals worked alongside teams of interior designers, architects, and dozens of landscape architects, to transform this remarkable yet dated mansion into an up-to-date designer showcase.

Here are a few of our favorite rooms.