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Wallcoverings add personality to this formal dining room, designed by Brittni Brown. Photo courtesy of Brittni Brown.

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ccording to Grand View Research, wallpaper is a global, $2.1 billion business today—and growing. Fortune Business Insights estimates that about 63% of that market represents residential applications. That may be surprising, because wallpaper wasn’t always fondly regarded. In the aftermath of the 1980s, when wallpaper seemingly was everywhere, there was a backlash, a market correction if you will. Homeowners and interior designers preferred the simplicity of paint, and neutral color palettes became fashionable. But those wallpapers of the past were mass-produced and messy to apply. They often had garish designs, heavy with florals and stripes. But today, wallcoverings are far easier to work with, and are found in an array of colors, textures and finishes—seagrasses, linens, silks and bamboo, peel-n-stick, pre-pasted, metallics, geometric patterns, chinoiserie, coastal patterns, soft florals, wall-spanning murals, children’s themes, and so much more. CONTINUE

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Impeccably maintained... unparalleled convenience! 61 Center Drive, Old Greenwich 5 BR | 3 BA | 2,353 SF

Welcome to 61 Center Drive, a move-in-ready Old Greenwich home at the end of a cul de sac. Thoughtfully updated across two levels, this 5-bedroom, 3-full bath home offers over 2,300 square feet with bright gathering spaces, renovated finishes, and multiple areas to work, host, or just relax. The main level features hardwood floors and a newly updated kitchen that easily flows into a spacious dining and living room overlooking the foyer with generous natural light. Three bedrooms and two newly renovated full bathrooms complete this level. The finished lower level adds meaningful versatility with a spacious bedroom, renovated full bathroom, fireside recreation room, and an additional flex room that can function as a bedroom, office, gym, or playroom.

Offered at $1,549,000

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Hilary Phillips, REALTOR®

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Brittni Brown is an interior designer and owner of BB Design in Greenwich, Connecticut. Photo contributed.

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Wallcoverings can add a unique sensibility—even a touch of whimsy—to a room. This space was designed by BB Designs. Photo courtesy of Brittni Brown.

A Designer’s Case for Wallcoverings Brittni Brown is an interior designer and principal at BB Design, a full-service interior design firm based in Greenwich, Connecticut. “I use wallcoverings as much as possible for a multitude of reasons,” she said. “First and foremost, they are the easiest way to add personality, texture and depth to a space. “Secondly, vinyl wallcoverings add durability and practicality to high-touch wall surfaces and allow owners to keep walls clean with their ‘wipeability’—in a way that paint simply does not perform. For this reason, I encourage clients to add vinyl wallcoverings to mudrooms, bathrooms and stairwells.” In the 1980s, wallpaper was everywhere in American homes, but it fell out of favor with homeowners and interior designers for decades afterward. But wallpaper is clearly having a renaissance. “Some clients are initially hesitant to add wallcoverings to their spaces and sometimes reference the ‘80s, but they get on board once I show them the incredible modern options— and they are always thrilled with the end result.” Interior designers have their favorite go-to sources for fabrics, furnishings, paint and decorative items. And wallcoverings are no different. Brown said, “I am a huge fan of Thibaut’s performance vinyls, Arte International, and Schumacher and have applied them in projects in both Greenwich and Palm Beach. Some wallcoverings add both unmatched textures, as well as noise cancellation, like the Phillip Jeffries I applied to the walls of a client’s

This grand foyer and curved staircase’s ascent have decorative intrigue and texture, thanks to the wallcovering chosen by Greenwich-based Interior Designer Brittni Brown. Photo courtesy of Brittni Brown.

guest bedroom to allow their grandson—and the rest of their family—to sleep in peace. This wallcovering became the focal point of the room and created a luxurious cocoon-like feel.” With so many colors, patterns, materials and performance options available, today’s wallcoverings are a far cry from their 1980s predecessors. Whether used to envelop a room in texture, bring drama to a small space, or simply make a hardworking wall more durable, wallpaper has reclaimed its place in the designer’s toolbox. This time around, its appeal may have less to do with following a decorating trend and more to do with giving a home something paint alone cannot: personality!

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1 DEEPWOODS LN, OLD GREENWICH $4,025,000 - Listing Agent

18 SHADY BROOK LN, OLD GREENWICH $3,450,000 - Listing Agent

12 ARMSTRONG LN, RIVERSIDE $5,250,000 - Buyer Agent

58 ARCH ST, RIVERSIDE

$2,450,000 - Buyer Agent

GLORIA GIMENEZ FERRER

REALTOR®

C: 203.559.1604 O: 203.869.0500 gloriagimenez@bhhsne.com 136 East Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT 06830 gloriagimenez.bhhsneproperties.com

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NEW CONSTRUCTION EXPERTISE. PROV EN IN GREEN WICH. T H O U G H T F U L LY B U I LT. B E A U T I F U L LY F I N I S H E D . E X P E R T LY R E P R E S E N T E D B Y A M A N D A .

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GREENWICH, CT

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With more than 25 years of experience, Maria Crowley brings discretion, thoughtful guidance, and deep Greenwich market expertise to every sale.

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GREENWICH

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Barbara Zaccagnini Global Luxury Property Specialist 203.249.1454

Steven Zaccagnini Luxury Property Specialist 203.570.2220

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A Tradition of Trust with a Wealth of Knowledge. Coldwell Banker Realty | 66 Field Point Road | Greenwich, CT | 203.249.1454 The property information herein is derived from various sources that may include, but not be limited to, county records and the Multiple Listing Service, and it may include approximations. Although the information is believed to be accurate, it is not warranted and you should not rely upon it without personal verification. Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. ©2026 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logo are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell Banker® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Compass International Holdings CIH and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.

walkable communities

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Greenwich, location isn’t only about the address— it’s also about what’s within easy reach. For buyers of all ages and abilities, neighborhoods that offer safe, accessible routes to trains, schools, shops, restaurants, parks and other everyday destinations can provide a lifestyle that’s more connected, convenient and less dependent on the car. Buyers may encounter the term “walkable” to describe proximity and the presence of sidewalks, which beneﬁt all residents, including those with mobility challenges. And certain neighborhoods and hamlets of Greenwich deliver on these various promises. “Walkability has deﬁnitely become more important to buyers, not just in Greenwich but nationally, as well,” according to Roseann

Sarica Benedict, who leads a team of Realtors at Compass Connecticut. “Of course, what ‘walkable’ means really depends on where they are in life. For a commuter, it may mean being able to walk to the train. For a family, it might mean walking to school, the playground or into town for ice cream. And empty nesters or downsizers—I often hear that they want to be able to walk to restaurants, coffee, the library and everyday conveniences without always getting in the car. “I’ve been selling real estate in Greenwich for close to 20 years, and I’ve seen walkability go from being a nice bonus to something many buyers speciﬁcally ask for. In Greenwich, where so much of our town is residential and spread out, a home that combines a neighborhood feel with easy access to a village, train station,

accessibility & proximity

Featured at top: Families with school-aged children may put a premium on a home that has safe sidewalk passage to local schools. Photo by AdobeStock. Above: A broad segment of homebuyers place value on having a community with expedient proximity to places of convenience and interest, where they can live a car-free lifestyle. Photo by AdobeStock.

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Neighborhoods with sidewalks create a safer environment for pedestrians and residents who use mobility assistants. Photo by AdobeStock.

school or shopping can be especially appealing. And buyers will sometimes compromise on things like lot size or even square footage to get that lifestyle,” Benedict observed. When counseling buyers coming to Greenwich for the first time, local Realtors know the nuances of each neighborhood and nook that makes up the broader Town. Benedict said she often works with buyers coming from Manhattan who want to be able to walk to the train station, shops and restaurants—in which case, they might look specifically at communities like Old Greenwich. “You have the village, train station, restaurants, shops, library and parks all relatively close together, and many of the surrounding streets have sidewalks. Central Greenwich is another great option, particularly neighborhoods close to Greenwich Avenue.” “Walkability has become increasingly important to buyers at all stages of life,” said Liz Eckert, a Realtor with William Raveis Real Estate in Greenwich. “Young professionals often want easy access to Metro-North, restaurants and coffee shops; families appreciate being able to walk to schools, parks and activities, and empty nesters and downsizers frequently tell me they want to leave the car at home and walk to dinner, the library or meet friends for coffee. For some buyers, it’s a bonus, but for others, it’s one of their top criteria. What’s interesting about Greenwich is that you can find that walkable lifestyle while still enjoying the space, privacy and residential character that draw people here in the first place.” Across Greenwich’s diverse and distinctive neighborhoods, private associations, hamlets and regions, there are several locations that afford this type of active and accessible lifestyle.

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Eckert pointed to Greenwich’s downtown district, with its train station, Greenwich Avenue shops and restaurants, library and parks. She also cited Byram and Cos Cob as communities where you’ll ﬁnd sidewalks. Eckert is currently the listing agent for 37 Arch Street, Greenwich, an eight-bedroom antique colonial that dates back to 1815. The house is currently occupied as a professional office, but it could potentially be converted to a single-family residence or for ‘mixed-use,’ the listing agent suggested. Here, there’s near-immediate access to Greenwich Avenue—to shops, restaurants, coffee shops, fitness centers. “You can walk to the Greenwich library, Greenwich Common, Bruce Museum, Bruce Park, Roger Sherman Baldwin Park, GreenCONTINUE

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Ultimately, buyers are looking for a home that works well with the way they live. Amanda Bates Goodro, a Realtor with Houlihan Lawrence

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by Gretchen A. Peck

ummer may be winding down, but that doesn’t mean Fairfield County residents are ready to bunker in for the winter. The autumn season is a magnificent time to spend outdoors and appreciate the change of seasons. With covered patios, outdoor fireplaces and kitchens, fire pit areas and entertaining decks, outdoor living knows no seasonal bounds. Houlihan Lawrence Realtor Julie Church described the six-bedroom, 9,081-square-foot colonial at 174 Round Hill Road, Greenwich, for which she is the listing agent, as “a home that really offers the best of both worlds—a beautiful, sophisticated setting with the space and flexibility for everyday living.” She remarked on the home’s 10-foot ceilings, abundance of natural light, home office space, au pair suite, gym and wine room. The property is

offered to the market for $8.5 million. “The outdoor spaces are really an extension of the home and one of the things that makes this property so special,” Church said. “The setting is incredibly peaceful and private, yet you are just minutes from town and the schools. The expansive terrace, outdoor fireplace and built-in grill create a wonderful setting for everything from a casual family dinner to a larger gathering with friends. “Beyond the terrace, the pool and beautifully landscaped grounds offer so much room for recreation and enjoying time outdoors. What I love most is that the property isn’t limited to summer use—the outdoor fireplace and multiple gathering areas make it easy to enjoy the grounds in other seasons.” CONTINUE

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35 Dogwood Lane, Westport

16 Indian Point Lane, Riverside

Price Upon Request

$13,500,000 WEB#125129

Mark Gilrain 917.287.2451 Dan McCamblau 917.848.1525

Rob Johnson 203.979.2360

1845-1859 Fairﬁeld Beach Road, Fairﬁeld

20 Marianne Road, Darien

$6,499,000 WEB#24207566

$4,199,000 WEB#24082353

Mary Kate Klemish Boehm 203.583.1027

Serena Richards 203.273.2073

700 Hollow Tree Ridge Road, Darien

27 Old Oak Road, Easton

$3,950,000 WEB#24198712

$3,675,000 WEB#24206621

Serena Richards 203.273.2073 Becky Munro 203.858.6182

Andrew Whiteley 203.258.1595 Wendy Ryan 203.964.7450

1B Idar Court, Greenwich

51 Horton Lane, New Canaan

550 Wellington Drive, Fairﬁeld

$2,900,000 WEB#125875

$2,295,000 WEB#24185940

$1,925,000 WEB#24206227

Patti Meyer 203.240.1686

Bettina Hegel 917.842.3349

Wendy Ryan 203.964.7450 Andrew Whiteley 203.258.1595

Alison Jones 203.253.7366

460 Cascade Road, Stamford

180 Turn of River Road, 10D, Stamford

31 Granite Ridge Road, Redding

$1,595,000 WEB#24206792

$815,000 WEB#24190856

$725,000 WEB#24192332

Jessica Gaglio 203.223.3473

Joanne Santulli 203.912.8663

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Custom-built in 2009 by Sound Beach Partners, 16 Indian Point Lane, Riverside, is a four-bedroom New England colonial with exquisite outdoor living spaces and water views. Brown Harris Stevens Realtor Rob Johnson is the listing agent; the asking price is $13.5 million. Photo by James Gagliardi.

Westport & Riverside, Beyond the Summer Season Joseph Barbieri, a Realtor with Sotheby’s International Realty, is the listing agent for 279 Saugatuck Avenue in Westport—a ﬁve-bedroom Georgian-style colonial, waterfront, on 1.35 acres. It’s on the market for $14.9 million. “This property delivers an authentic waterfront lifestyle, where mornings begin with a sunrise over the Sound. Afternoons revolve around the water, easily accessed by the private dock, and evenings naturally transition to dining and cocktails at the outdoor bar or on the porch. The pool and spa overlooking the water create the kind of environment that becomes part of a family’s daily routine rather than a space used on special occasions,” Barbieri concluded. In addition to the main house, there’s a detached two-bedroom guest cottage and a separate guest suite above the attached garage. For outdoor living and dining, there is a covered back porch, an expansive pool patio and an outdoor kitchen with bar

seating. Stroll across a span of lawn to a private pier and dock. The waterfront perspective across the Saugatuck River and out to Long Island Sound delivers captivating panoramic vistas that change with the seasons. “The outdoor dining area and ﬁreplace make the most of the year-round views,” Rob Johnson said of his listing at 16 Indian Point Lane in Riverside, Connecticut. Johnson is a Realtor with Brown Harris Stevens’ Greenwich brokerage. “In the summer, the dining area lines up perfectly with Saturday-evening and July 4th ﬁreworks from Rye Playland—and daylight views of Manhattan. In the winter, spectacular sunsets from multiple rooms are at the center of the view.” The 7,142-square-foot house at 16 Indian Point Lane was built by Sound Beach Partners Homes in 2009. It presides over 1.09 acres, with perennial gardens and coastal views. It is offered to the market for $13.5 million. CONTINUE

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environment becomes part of daily routine

Sotheby’s Realtor Joseph Barbieri is the listing agent for 279 Saugatuck Avenue in Westport, currently on the market for $14.9 million. The centerpiece of this waterfront compound is a ﬁve-bedroom, 9,546-square-foot main house, plus a guest cottage and a separate guest suite above the garage. The outdoor living, dining and entertaining spaces include a covered porch, an expansive pool patio, an outdoor kitchen, lush lawn and a private dock. Photo by Modern Media.

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c: 203.550.1929 l charles.magyar@raveis.com l charlesmagyar.raveis.com

97 RIVERSIDE AVENUE, RIVERSIDE, CT

$15,000 per month

3 BR | 2.1 BATHS | 3,517 SF

Listed by Charles Magyar

Lovely shore Colonial, with formal dining room, solarium, office, eat-in updated kitchen, adjoining family room with a wall of french doors opening on to a cover porch, overlooking a swimming pool. The third floor loft area is suitable for use as children’s play area or a potential 4th bedroom. Beautiful, private, professionally landscaped grounds. Flexible term.

145 WEST AVENUE, DARIEN, CT

$1,200,000

3 BR | 2 BATHS | 1,974 SF

Listed by Elizabeth McMachan

Charming Cape-style home thoughtfully updated for effortless modern living and set on a private, fully fenced lot. Highlights include classic hardwood floors, a sun-filled living room, a main-level bedroom, a versatile den or home office, and two beautifully renovated full baths, one on each floor.

MEET THE TEAM

Stephanie Knuth 914.310.9772

Elizabeth McMachan 203.918.4784

Emilio Montero 475.977.1707

Jennifer O’Connell 203.249.1948

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The outdoor living and entertaining space at 7 Rowayton Avenue, Norwalk, is dramatic and special-occasion-worthy. The fourbedroom 2015-built luxury home has a 16-foot sliding glass wall that opens to create a seamless transition between the interiors and the pool, terraces and 18-foot architectural ﬁre wall. The property is listed by Libby Mattson and Douglas Milne, Realtors with Houlihan Lawrence. The asking price is $10.495 million. Photo by Jane Beiles & Peter Brown Photographers.

Fall in Norwalk, Fairfield & Southport The four-bedroom coastal colonial home at 7 Rowayton Avenue, Norwalk, is for sale, with an asking price of $10.495 million. It was designed by Cardello Architects and built in 2015. The 6,045-square-foot interior space was professionally designed by Julie Nightingale. Some of its special features and finishes are wide-planked white oak flooring, a Crestron smart-home system, an all-stop elevator, a dramatic glass staircase and a chef’s kitchen. Amenities are in abundance, as well: a movie theater, golf simulator, home gym and a playroom. Libby Mattson and Douglas Milne, Realtors with Houlihan Lawrence, are the listing agents. “What is so extraordinary about the outdoor living at 7 Rowayton Avenue is that it was not designed as a seasonal amenity,” Mattson said. “The 16-foot sliding glass wall opens the main living areas almost completely to the outdoors, creating this incredible connection between the house, pool, terraces and water views. You have a year-round heated gunite pool, an oversized 16-foot spa, a full outdoor kitchen, multiple granite terraces, a covered outdoor living room with a wood-burning fireplace, and this dramatic 18-foot architectural fire wall that becomes especially beautiful in the evening. “I think what a buyer will appreciate is how many different ways you can use it. You can have coffee outside overlooking the water in the morning, spend the afternoon around the pool, have dinner outside, then move under the covered terrace, or gather around the fireplace as the evening cools.” Victoria Fingelly and Libby McKinney Tritschler, Team AFA at William Raveis Real Estate in Southport, Connecticut, are the listing agents for 1061 Cedar Road in Fairfield, Connecticut. Listed for $3.995 million, the six-bedroom Cape-style colonial is situated in 1 acre, with meticulously landscaped grounds.

“What we think buyers should understand about this house is that it has something increasingly difficult to find: real character combined with a floor plan that works beautifully for the way people live today. Throughout the nearly 6,000 square feet, you find reclaimed wood, antique doors, wide-plank floors and beamed ceilings, but the home never feels overly formal or pretentious,” the Realtors explained in an email. “There are also some truly memorable rooms,” they added. “The dramatic great room, with its soaring ceiling, floor-to-ceiling bookcases and library ladder, is unlike anything we typically see. At the same time, the kitchen and family room form a comfortable everyday heart of the home, and the first-floor guest suite adds tremendous flexibility.” The property also has remarkable outdoor living and recreational spaces. “What makes the outdoor setting at 1061 Cedar Road so special is that it truly lives like an extension of the house. It isn’t simply a beautiful pool and backyard—it’s a series of thoughtfully designed spaces that invite you to spend time outside,” they suggested. “There are expansive stone terraces, a pool and spa with cascading fountains, a pool house, built-in grilling area, fire pit, integrated sound system, and one of our favorite features: the covered outdoor dining area beneath a bamboo canopy. “While it is spectacular in the summer, we can easily imagine this space becoming even more inviting in the fall. The stone terraces, outdoor dining and fire pit create wonderful places to gather as the evenings become cooler, whether it’s dinner outside, cocktails by the fire, or simply enjoying the privacy of the property. There’s a warmth and intimacy to the setting that makes outdoor living here feel much less seasonal.”

The architecturally intriguing six-bedroom Cape-style colonial at 1061 Cedar Road is situated on a 1-acre lot with beautiful landscaping, a pool and multiple stone terraces and patios. The property is listed by Victoria Fingelly and Libby McKinney Tritschler, Team AFA at William Raveis Real Estate in Southport, Connecticut. The seller is asking $3.995 million. Photo by MLS photo, courtesy of William Raveis.

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a home, some of the hardest-working spaces aren’t necessarily the showiest. Take a well-designed mudroom, for example. It can bring order to the daily chaos for any homeowner but especially for families with children. A smartly appointed mudroom becomes a landing place for backpacks, school projects, sports equipment, outerwear, shoes and more. What are the elements that make up a functional mudroom space, and is there a tradeoff between utility and design? “Storage is number one, but it needs to be the right kind of storage,” according to Katherine “Kate” Kuras. Kuras is a Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties in Darien, Connecticut. “I like a combination of closed cabinetry, drawers, hooks and open areas that are easy to access every day. A bench is essential for putting on shoes, and durable flooring and finishes are obviously important.” One of Kuras’ current listings is 72 Old Kings Highway, South in Darien, Connecticut. It’s a newly constructed five-bedroom luxury home, designed by V&A Construction. The property is currently on the market, with an asking price of $3.8 million. “Much of the cabinetry and millwork throughout 72 Old Kings Highway, South was custom built in-house, including the kitchen,

vanities, pantries, closets, office and mudroom,” Kuras explained. “There was a tremendous amount of attention paid not only to how the house looks, but to how the spaces connect and function on a daily basis. The result is a home that feels refined without being overly formal and very comfortable to actually live in.” The mudroom in this home is adjacent to both the kitchen and garage. “It works particularly well for that morning and afternoon routine,” the listing agent noted. “Kids can come in from school or sports, drop everything where it belongs and move directly into the kitchen, without carrying it through the rest of the house.” “With school-aged children, there is an incredible amount of stuff coming in and out of a house every day—backpacks, sports bags, coats, shoes, instruments, projects and all the things they need to remember the next morning,” Kuras said. “I also think a great mudroom should feel like a real room. At 72 Old Kings, the cabinetry and millwork were custom built specifically for the space, so there is a level of detail and craftsmanship that you see throughout the rest of the house. Mudrooms are incredibly practical, but there is no reason they can’t also be beautiful.” CONTINUE

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Pictured above: 72 Old Kings Highway, South, in Darien, Connecticut, is a newly constructed five-bedroom luxury home. “Mudrooms are incredibly practical, but there is no reason they can’t also be beautiful,” said listing agent Kate Kuras, a Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, New England Properties. Photo by CT 360 Virtual. Below: V&A Construction incorporated a mudroom into the floor plan of 72 Old Kings Highway, South, Darien, Connecticut. This custom-built house is newly constructed, with five bedrooms, six baths, 7,833 square feet of interior living space, a three-car garage and exquisite designer finishes. The asking price is $3.8 million; Realtor Kate Kuras with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices is the seller’s agent. Photo by CT 360 Virtual.

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“What I really appreciate about the mudroom at 294 Maple Road is that it is both beautiful and incredibly functional,” according to the listing agent, Coldwell Banker’s Linda Toscano. “In a home of this caliber, even the hardworking spaces should feel thoughtfully designed, and this one does.” Photo by Rise Visual Media.

Balancing Luxury with Livability “For me, the best mudrooms combine organization with great design,” said Linda Toscano, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker in Guilford, Connecticut. “Built-in cabinetry, hooks, cubbies, a bench for putting on shoes and durable flooring are all important. Closed storage is especially valuable, because it keeps the everyday clutter out of sight. I also think lighting and finishes matter. A mudroom is often one of the first spaces a homeowner walks into every day, so there is no reason it shouldn’t feel just as polished and welcoming as the rest of the home.” Toscano is the listing agent for 294 Maple Road, Easton, Connecticut, a 15.43-acre compound. The property is offered to the market for $4.999 million. She remarked on the quality of the craftsmanship found throughout the 7,070-square-foot interiors of the main house. It’s a home that “balances luxury and livability,” she said. There are quarter-sawn wide-plank hardwood floors, custom millwork and built-ins, coffered ceilings, and marble finishes in the kitchen—plus a host of amenities, including a saltwater pool, a pool house and outdoor kitchen.

“What I really appreciate about the mudroom at 294 Maple Road is that it is both beautiful and incredibly functional,” the listing agent opined. “In a home of this caliber, even the hardworking spaces should feel thoughtfully designed, and this one does. Its location makes it a natural transition point when coming and going, particularly with the home’s extensive garage space. It gives you a place to leave shoes, coats, bags and everything else at the door rather than carrying it into the main living areas. I also love that it feels like a true part of the home, rather than simply a utility space.” “With school-aged children, there is always something coming or going out of the house: backpacks, coats, sports equipment, shoes, projects and everything in between,” Toscano continued. “Having one designated place for all of it can make mornings easier and keep the rest of the house much more organized. Each child can have their own cubby or storage area, and it becomes that natural staging point for the day. Everything you need to get out the door is right there, and everything has a place when you come home.” CONTINUE

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The compound at 294 Maple Road in Easton, Connecticut, is offered to the market for $4.999 million. With a Gambrel roofline and a New England shingle-style architecture, the main house affords five bedrooms, nine baths, 7,070 square feet of interior space, a marble-appointed kitchen, custom built-ins and four fireplaces. There is also a five-bay garage, a saltwater pool, an outdoor kitchen, and a pool/guest house among the 15.43 acres. Coldwell Banker Realtor Linda Toscano is the seller’s agent. Photo by Rise Visual Media.

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The Heartbeat of Daily Life Coldwell Banker Realtors Brittany Strouse and Lianne Owen are the listing agents for 8 Loretta Court, Westport. This newly constructed home, built in 2026 by Simple Plan Home Builders has six bedrooms, nine baths, 9,576 square feet of interior space and an attached three-car garage. The property is offered to the market for $6.895 million. Incorporated into the design are an open-concept kitchen and adjacent scullery, a glass-enclosed ofﬁce, a gym, bar, wine cellar and playroom. The mudroom is smartly positioned in the ﬂoor plan. “I love this mudroom for several reasons,” said Strouse in an email. “First, its location right off the garage and next to the kitchen, is incredibly practical for everyday living. I really appreciate that it stays visually separate from the kitchen, so coats, shoes and daily clutter stay tucked away and out of sight.

“Second, I love the size. Mudrooms are so often the site of last-minute, pre-departure stress, everyone grabbing bags, shoes and jackets at once on the way out the door, so having ample room for everyone to gather their things without bumping into each other makes a real difference. The shoe compartments are also closed storage, so once you’ve picked your shoes, you simply close the drawer, and everything stays neat and out of view.” Strouse noted that the mudroom also has a separate coat closet with shelves, ideal for out-of-season outerwear. “Ultimately, this mudroom is more than just a functional space,” she said. “It’s the heartbeat of daily family life, the place where each day both begins and ends. It’s where everyone gathers with their things and heads out the door in the morning, and where they land again in the evening, shedding shoes and coats and settling back into the comfort of home.”

Above: The mudroom at 8 Loretta Court, Westport, is positioned between the attached three-car garage and the chef’s kitchen. Photo courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty. Inset right: Newly constructed by Simple Plan Homes Builders, this six-bedroom luxury home is “a modern coastal retreat,” according to listing agents Lianne Owen and Brittany Strouse, Lianne Owen and Team at Coldwell Banker Realty. Offered to the market for $6.895 million, the property affords designer ﬁnishes, four levels, an open-concept kitchen and scullery, an oversized mudroom, decadent primary suite and amenities, including a gym, bar, wine cellar, media room and pool.

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wich Harbor and the waterfront. You can even walk down Arch Street to the ferry dock and, in season, take the ferry to Island Beach or Great Captain Island. You can have your morning coffee, commute to Manhattan, meet friends for dinner, visit a museum, walk through a park or head out to one of Greenwich’s islands — all without getting in your car. That’s a pretty extraordinary lifestyle to have in the center of Greenwich,” Eckert reﬂected. Amanda Bates Goodro, a Realtor with Houlihan Lawrence, is the listing agent for two homes “close to the heart of Greenwich:” 64 Hillside Road and 39 Brookridge Drive. “Hillside Road is thoughtfully designed for indoor-outdoor living and offers convenient access to Greenwich Avenue, schools, parks and the train. Brookridge Drive pairs timeless architecture and expansive grounds with exceptional privacy, all just minutes from

town. Each offers its own interpretation of what many buyers are seeking: a beautifully designed home with privacy and space, while still being close to the places and amenities that are part of everyday life,” Bates Goodro said. “Accessibility and proximity have become increasingly important to buyers across nearly every stage of life,” she added. “Being close to the train, schools, parks, restaurants, shops and other everyday destinations can make a meaningful difference in how people experience a neighborhood. For some buyers, that means being able to walk or bike; for others, it is simply having convenient safe access to the places they use most. It is not always the primary requirement, but when a home offers the space and privacy buyers associate with Greenwich along with easy access to town and local amenities, that combination can be incredibly compelling.”

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