Join us for a look inside the serene and stylish redone Jackson Heights apartment of creative director Matthew Axe and his husband, Peyton Hays, an orthopedic surgeon.
The quilt on the sofa was made by Martha Stewart Living style editors for a denim crafting story; Axe later scooped it up at the magazine’s annual tag sale.
Rusty relaxes on his cushioned perch.
"I like to think of hanging pictures as composing a photograph," says Axe.
The soapstone counter extends into the window casing, providing a streamlined look and extra counter space.
A wall-mounted Vitsoe shelving unit in the couple’s study.
The couple’s bedroom faces the interior garden, an amenity that many Jackson Heights apartment buildings have.
Axe hit eBay and antiques dealers to source the period-appropriate sink, toilet, and bathroom hardware.