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WELCOME
MANSION HOURS AND ADMISSION
May 1-31, 2025
Open Daily at 10:00 a.m.
Last ticket sold at 3:00 p.m.
The Boutiques at Wildfair
10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. daily
The Barn Bistro
10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. daily
General Admission $55
ENJOY YOUR DAY
u Visit the The Barn Bistro
u Shop at the Boutiques at Wildfair
While touring the Mansion, please observe the following:
u No food, drinks or smoking.
u Children under 10, infants and strollers are not permitted.
u The Mansion is not handicapped-accessible.
PARKING
OFFSITE PARKING ONLY
Please visit mansioninmay.org for details about parking.
DESIGNER SALES
Most items in the design and landscape spaces are available for sale. Visit the Designer Sales office for purchases and inquiries.
CONTACT MANSION IN MAY
info@mansioninmay.org
CONTENTS
7 Welcome from the Co-Chairs
11 Welcome from Foundation for Morristown Medical Center and the WAMMC President
15 Our Beneficiary
19 Welcome from AHS and Morristown Medical Center
28 WAMMC: A Story of Giving
36 50 Years of Mansion in May: A Retrospective
48 Wildfair Estate—A History of the Families, the Architecture and the Property
The Boutiques at Wildfair Directory 159 Advertiser Directory
All proceeds benefit the new Proton Therapy Center at Morristown Medical Center.
WAMMC and its parent affiliates are not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Join the Women's Association for Morristown Medical Center, be a part of all our special events and learn about exciting volunteer opportunities at wammc.org or mansioninmay.org.
FRONT COVER PHOTOGRAPHY BY HEATHER SWARTZ
BACK COVER PHOTOGRAPHY BY HEATHER SWARTZ
Mansion in May: Built on Generosity, Fueled by Passion
Welcome to Wildfair, the 2025 Mansion in May sponsored by the Women’s Association for Morristown Medical Center! This historic mansion in Chester Township began as a gristmill over 220 years ago. The Epifano family, the current owners of Wildfair, has graciously o ered this magnificent estate to be our st Mansion in May. The -room fieldstone manor house is set on 55 acres of woodlands and rustic meadows with the Peapack River meandering through the grounds. Wildfair celebrates the shared vision of the Epifano family, a dream of owning a farm and embracing sustainable living.
The Women’s Association has pledged $2 million toward the funding of the new Proton Therapy Center at Morristown Medical Center. With such an amazing home and gardens, we are hopeful that our pledge will be met.
Many people have contributed to the achievement of the 2025 Mansion in May’s success. The Chester Township sta including Mayor Tim rag and his Administrator/Clerk Robin Collins, were welcoming and supportive in ensuring that our plans were acceptable to the township and its residents.
We are especially grateful to the many corporate, individual and industry sponsors. Without their support we would not be able to achieve our pledged goal.
The designers, both interior and landscape, devote their time and talent to transform a beautiful country estate into
an awe-inspiring destination of designer showhouse and gardens. We are appreciative of and humbled by their creativity and philanthropy.
Thank you to all of the Atlantic Health Systems personnel, especially the Foundation, for their guidance and support during this yearlong project.
The Mansion could not function without the contribution of hundreds of volunteers who never hesitate to step up wherever help is needed, from directing car parking to providing tours, informing guests as docents or serving lunch in The Barn Bistro. We are grateful to you all! A special thanks to our incredible committee co-chairs whose dedication and tireless e orts over the past months have been instrumental in making this Mansion a true success. We are deeply grateful for your unwavering support and exceptional leadership.
Finally, thank you to our visitors for taking the time to come and enjoy our Mansion in May. We truly appreciate the support you have shown and hope you enjoy the time you spend at Wildfair. Tour the home and gardens, visit the boutiques, stop by The Barn Bistro for lunch or a pick-me-up and take pride in the fact that you are helping support Morristown Medical Center to build a state-ofthe-art roton Therapy Center.
Barbara Ruane and Mary Courtemanche Mansion in May 2025 Co-Chairs
WELCOME
Notes of Thanks from Foundation for Morristown Medical Center and WAMMC President
Thank you for oining us at the Women’s Association for Morristown Medical Center’s st Mansion in May esigner Showhouse and ardens at Wildfair. Your attendance is helping to bring the MEVION S250-FIT Proton Therapy System™ to Morristown Medical Center’s Carol . Simon Cancer Center. This groundbreaking treatment option will transform cancer care and the lives of countless patients.
Mansion in May is both a highly anticipated community event and a shining e ample of what is possible when generous donors and volunteers come together to make a positive impact on the health and well-being of their communities. We are grateful for the Women’s Association’s immeasurable dedication to responding to the medical center’s needs and its ingenuity in bringing this stunning event to life through volunteerism and creativity.
For more than 130 years, the Women’s Association has played a significant role in advancing the medical center’s vital initiatives to build healthier communities through programs and technology that underpin exceptional health care. We are delighted to partner with the association to support Morristown Medical Center’s mission to improve the lives of patients and their families now and into the future.
Welcome to Mansion in May (MIM) 2025 at Wildfair. Whether you are reading this before entering the house or after your visit hope your e perience is filled with wow moments from the stunning approach to the beautiful interiors, the serene gardens, and the rich history of this exceptional property.
Since The Women’s Association for Morristown Medical Center (WAMMC) has transformed historic homes, bringing together talented interior and landscape designers to create inspiring spaces. Each mansion tells a unique story, and Wildfair is no exception. We are deeply grateful to the Epifano family for sharing their estate to become the 21st edition of our signature event.
would like to personally thank r. Trish ’ eefe resident Morristown Medical Center and ennifer . Smith oundation Chief hilanthrophy cer and their team members for their support and guidance.
Special thanks to Mary Courtemanche and Barbara uane Mansion Co-Chairs. eading a committee of committee chairs they have worked tirelessly with patience passion, and grace to bring this vision to life.
Since its founding in 1893, WAMMC has raised over $32 million to support MMC. You can read more about the cause for this year the new roton Therapy Center and our history of Mansion fundraising in this journal.
Jennifer L. Smith Chief Philanthropy Officer, Foundation for Morristown Medical Center
Thank you for visiting us at Wildfair and I hope you leave with a sense of wonder and pride in what we have accomplished together.
Dale Scolnick President, WAMMC
Congratulations to the multitude of volunteers, designers, and landscapers who have created another beautiful Mansion in May
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Proton Therapy Center at Morristown Medical Center
We are thrilled that the new Proton Therapy Center at Morristown Medical Center is the benefi ciary of the Woman’s Association for Morristown Medical Center’s st Mansion in May Showhouse and ardens at Wildfair.
n Morristown Medical Center will be one of four hospitals in the country to o er the M ST roton Therapy System™. What makes this system so game-changing is that it is the first proton technology to combine a compact footprint with a fi ed proton beam for more precise targeting and an innovative semi-upright chair positioning system that significantly enhances patient comfort and treatment outcomes.
roton therapy is an advanced treatment option that
has transformed cancer care. t targets tumors with submillimeter precision delivering a high dose of radiation directly to the tumor and stopping there. roton selectively destroys cancer cells while preserving healthy tissue.
roton therapy is used to treat solid hard-to-reach or irregularly shaped tumors that have not spread. t is especially beneficial in treating brain tumors cancers of the head and neck liver lung breast prostate and spine sarcomas plus tumors in children.
We eagerly anticipate bringing this advanced proton technology to Morristown Medical Center’s Carol . Simon Cancer Center and sincerely appreciate your support. We hope you en oy your visit to Wildfair.
System Medical Director Atlantic Health System Cancer Care Principal Investigator, Atlantic Health NCORP Program Director, Atlantic
We are grateful for the ongoing support of The Women’s Association for making Sam’s NICU, our state-of-the-art Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, a thriving success. Best Wishes for a prosperous Mansion in May 2025!
Andrew Schenkman, MD, Director
Thomas G. Murphy, MD, Associate Director
Neonatologists:
Melissa Buck, MD
Karen Gluck, MD
Ian J. Griffin, MD
Susan Hudome, MD
Jenny Jin, MD
Gurpreet Kaur, MD
John Ladino, MD
Naureen Memon, MD
Gaines M. Mimms, MD
Michael Pollaro, DO
Amy Presti, MD
Julie Riccio, MD
Marta R. Rogido, MD
Christopher C. Stryker, MD
Neonatal Practitioners:
Suzanne Allikas, NNP
Esther Baxam, NNP
Kaylee Bergen, NNP
Anecia Carter, NNP
Danielle Corsi, NNP
Tiffany DiGiorgio, PA-C
Melissa Dryden, PNP
Kimberly Gogel, NNP
Anna Kathryn Hall, NNP
Laura LaBruno, NNP
Mitch Mallon, NNP
Stacie McDonough, NNP
Alfredo Mennonna, PA-C
Francine T. Merendino, NNP
Jaime Russell, NNP
Laura Shepherd, DNP
Ruth Snyder, NNP
Sarah Williston, PNP
Christie Gilbart, DNP, Co-Director
Amy Hatch, NNP, Co-Director
Catherine Sawtell, NNP, Co-Director
Abigail Wellington, MD www.mananewborn.com
Notes of Thanks from Atlantic Health System and Morristown Medical Center
Thank you for your generous support for the remarkable team at Morristown Medical Center. Your attendance today empowers our growing health system to continue to be here to support and care for our patients when they need us most. We are proud of our longstanding tradition of delivering compassionate care with superior outcomes.
Welcome to the 2025 Mansion in May Designer Showhouse and Gardens, presented by the Women’s Association for Morristown Medical Center. Thank you for joining us and supporting our nationally ranked medical center.
This year’s highly anticipated Mansion in May will support lifesaving therapies at Morristown Medical Center through an investment in state-of-the-art technology for patients living with cancer. We are indebted to the Women’s Association one of the hospital’s leading financial supporters, for its ongoing commitment and endless creativity in bringing this meaningful, magical event to life.
Enjoy your visit within the designer showhouse and gardens. Thank you again for helping our team deliver the highest quality care for our patients and community.
Brian A. Gragnolati President & CEO Atlantic Health System
Proceeds from this year’s event will go toward the new Proton Therapy Center at Morristown Medical Center’s Carol G. Simon Cancer Center. Proton therapy is advanced and cutting-edge oncology technology o ering incredibly precise tumor targeting and our hospital will be one of the first in the country to install the MEVION S250-FIT Proton Therapy System™. We are excited to introduce this groundbreaking treatment at our medical center and to our patients and community, thanks in part to your attendance today.
I want to extend my gratitude to Mary Courtemanche and Barbara Ruane, the amazing co-chairs of this year’s Mansion in May, and to the Women’s Association for Morristown Medical Center for its continued support and generosity. The contributions of this wonderful organization are invaluable. Thanks to its more than 400 volunteers, the Women’s Association hosts numerous fundraising events, manages our gift shops and the Calling All Kids Storytime Network®, and so much more. I am truly grateful for all they do.
Mansion in May is always a special event for everyone at Morristown Medical Center, and I hope you enjoy this year’s showhouse at Wildfair.
Trish O’Keefe, Ph.D, RN, NE-BC President, Morristown Medical Center Vice President, Atlantic Health System
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Women’s
Richard M. Neibart, MD
John M. Brown III, MD
David L. Johnson, MD
Christopher J. Magovern, MD
James P. Slater, MD
Brook A. Dejene, MD
Kourosh T. Asgarian, DO
Benjamin S. van Boxtel, MD
Kevin Shahbahrami, MD
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WAMMC: A STORY OF GIVING
For 132 years the volunteers of the Women’s Association for Morristown Medical Center have had two goals: fundraising to support the physical needs of Morristown Medical Center and providing healing services to make a difference for patients, visitors and staff.
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not just about Mansion in May
hile Mansion in May is the Women’s Association for Morristown Medical Center’s (WAMMC) most renowned event and signature fundraiser, the organization’s impact extends far beyond this iconic fundraiser. WAMMC is dedicated to enhancing patient care, supporting hospital sta and fostering community well-being through a wide range of initiatives. The Bargain Box Thrift Boutique o ers fashionable gently used items with proceeds funding hospital programs. The Calling All Kids
CALLING ALL KIDS®
Storytime Network® brings comfort and joy to young patients, while the Kindness Closet provides essential items to families in need. Through hospital Gift Shops, scholarship programs, inspiring art installations, and other dynamic fundraising events, WAMMC enriches the hospital experience and strengthens the community it serves. very pro ect reflects the Association’s unwavering commitment to making a meaningful di erence in the lives of those they serve. Join us and help your community.
When you capture the fun a child experiences reading for the channel, or their joy watching it, you’ve touched the heart of the Calling All Kids Storytime Network®.
The Calling All Kids Storytime Network® is the premier healing service of the Women’s Association for Morristown Medical Center. Through a dedicated children’s television network airing 24/7 for viewing throughout the hospital, an interactive production studio and event programming on-site, Calling All Kids® brings smiles and laughter to young families during their visit to or stay at Goryeb Children’s Hospital.
Whether in front of the camera or behind-the-scenes, the heart of the Calling All Kids® experience is inspired by our own young patients and kids in the community who want to bring smiles and laughter to children during their time in the hospital.
The Calling All Kids Studio is a welcoming place where smiles come into focus; where kids can step away from their hospital rooms to enjoy a very special experience. Located in Goryeb Children’s Hospital, the studio offers an exciting look behind the scenes as well as the opportunity to participate in the Storytime Network.
WAMMC: A STORY OF GIVING
BARGAIN BOX THRIFT BOUTIQUE
The Bargain Box Thrift Boutique has provided fashionable, gently used and affordably priced merchandise since 1960. Our experienced staff is supported by a team of volunteers who work to collect and offer merchandise and plan sale events.
We accept donated items from our generous community, and all sales proceeds from the boutique benefit the
GIFT SHOPS
Women’s Association for Morristown Medical Center!
The Bargain Box carries an exciting assortment of clothing and shoes for men, women and children as well as household items, jewelry, accessories, vintage items, home décor, toys and so much more. You never know what hidden gems you might find at “The Box,” as some of our customers refer to us.
We offer a wide variety of products, including flower arrangements, balloons, newborn and baby clothes, jewelry, clothing, greeting cards, children’s toys, snacks and personal comfort items. The shops are a great place to find a gift to help brighten a patient’s day. All merchandise can be delivered for free within the hospital. Treat your favorite nurse or doctor to a basket full of goodies. Our businesses, led by dedicated staff and volunteers, pass along all proceeds to the Women’s Association in support of Morristown Medical Center.
Corner Store Gift Shop, main hospital | Gift Shop at Goryeb, Goryeb Children’s Hospital | Gift Shop at Gagnon, Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute
1117 Mt. Kemble Avenue, Harding Township
WAMMC: A STORY OF GIVING
AWARDS OF RECOGNITION
Awards are given for Best Nursing Team Awards and Magnet Component Awards. Gift baskets are donated for Volunteer’s Week and Employee Appreciation Week. The Ruth Award is given to a deserving high school volunteer, and the Irene Fortunato Award is presented to college-level volunteers in specific departments of Morristown Medical Center.
ART INSTALLATIONS
The Art Committee acquires and places art throughout Morristown Medical Center, creating an aesthetically pleasing environment to benefit patients, staff, visitors and volunteers. The Madison Avenue Gallery committee also brings in works by local artists. These works can be purchased at our Corner Store Gift Shop, with a percentage of sales going to WAMMC.
SCHOLARSHIPS
The Scholarship Program, in existence since the 1950s, has helped hundreds of hospital employees to further their education and, as a result, enhance their care of patients. Last year, scholarships totaling $50,000 were awarded.
HOLIDAY DECORATING
Volunteers decorate Morristown Medical Center for different holidays to provide a more inviting atmosphere for everyone.
WAMMC: A STORY OF GIVING
TWIGS
Twigs are “branches” of WAMMC and are a great way to become involved in various capacities. Each Twig, with the support of the association, plans and executes fundraisers and service projects of their own choosing within the WAMMC mission. You can be involved as little or as much as you choose. You do not need to reside in a particular town or neighborhood to join a Twig. The only requirement is a shared interest in volunteering and a passion to contribute to the community.
KINDNESS CLOSET
We are thrilled to share our latest service initiative to support MMC’s newest and smallest patients:
The Kindness Closet. The NICU and Maternity departments have social workers on site who assist families of newborns in need of the necessities to bring their babies home to a safe living situation.
“The Kindness Closet is such a helpful resource for the social workers on the Maternity and NICU units,” says Ellen Laudone, Social Worker, Maternity Unit, MMC. “It allows us to respond to urgent needs while families are referred to other community agencies for ongoing assistance. The Women’s Association has generously provided clothes, baby items, pack and plays, and car seats for babies, and we are so appreciative of their support for the neediest families.”
WAMMC: A STORY OF GIVING
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ODE TO COLOR
WAMMC also holds fundraisers during years when there is no Mansion in May. In Spring 2024, “Ode to Color” at Canoe Brook Country Club featured tablescapes by 10 noted designers and raised $150,000 for the Fourth Stage of Pregnancy Program to improve postpartum health at Morristown Medical Center.
The keynote speaker was Lori Weitzner, the internationally celebrated textile designer, author, inventor and creator. She discussed her 10 signature color worlds from her book Ode to Color: The Ten Essential Palettes of Living and Design (HarperCollins). Some advice from Weitzner:
“Color speaks to our senses on an emotional level.”
“It influences our moods, conjures associations, evokes memories, decorates our lives and simply speaks to who we are.”
WAMMC thanks these participating designers:
• Sarah Conine and Melissa McNamara of Garden Cottage
• Jane Connell and Chelsea Roth of Fun House Furnishings and Design
• Kristin Badolato of Kristin Ashley Design
• Robin Mitilenes of RSM Interiors, LLC
• Susan Brierly Bush of Big Green Barn
• Rachel Kapner of CWI.DESIGN
• Diane Durocher of Diane Durocher Interiors
• Ed Jaeckle of F. Gerald New
• Karen Waldron of Classic Home and Garden
• Susan Farcy of Susan Farcy Interior Design
Also included were a chance to win tableware, a raffle, boutique shopping, a Broadfoot & Broadfoot, LLC, pop-up art gallery and an auctioned painting donated by artist Jonathan Talbot and Scott A. Broadfoot.
Enjoying Ode to Color (clockwise from top left): guests admire the displays, keynote speaker Lori Weitzner, and WAMMC and MMC representatives Tina Monaghan, Co-Chair; Dale Scolnick, WAMMC President; Jennifer Smith, Chief Philanthrophy Officer, Foundation for MMC; Trish O’Keefe, PhD, RN, President, MMC; Carlos W. Benito, MD, MPH, MHA, MBA, Chair, Dept of OB/GYN, MMC; Einat Manor, MD, Medical Director, OB/GYN Ambulatory Services and Director, OB/GYN Residency Program MMC; Joanne Strauss, RN, Assist Nurse Manager, Ambulatory Services, MMC; and Carolyn Badenhausen, Co-Chair.
WAMMC: A STORY OF GIVING
BECOME A MEMBER, JOIN A COMMITTEE, VOLUNTEER AND HELP YOUR COMMUNIT THE IMPACT OF MIM 2023
Mansion in May 2023 at Three Fields, WAMMC pledged $1.5 million to the Gagnon Institute of Bioskills Training and Innovation, yet exceeded this target by donating $1.65 million.
The contribution from Three Fields was instrumental in expanding and modernizing the Gagnon Institute of Bioskills Training and Innovation. Since it opened back in 2005, the Institute has provided a safe environment for physicians, nurses, and health care professionals to practice and perfect their clinical skills through simulation training. This hands on, advanced learning model bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application.
Through the incredibly generous donation, new, highly advanced simulation manikins were also purchased, including one designed for surgical skills, a “Sim Man” patient, an Ultrasound Unit, a Glidescope Intubation unit, as well as other vital equipment.
The entire facility was completely renovated and modern ized and features a fully equipped simulation operating room, an intensive care unit, a trauma resuscitation room, and a standard patient exam room, identical to those found in the hospital.
Morristown Medical Center aspires to have the Institute be a state-of-the-art simulation training
‘hub’ serving its clinical teams and the broader Atlantic Health System hospitals, and other health partners and students throughout our community.
The
and Innovation
Left: The Women’s Association for Morristown Medical Center raised $1.65 million for the Institute at the Mansion in May Showhouse and Gardens at Three Fields in 2023. Attending the symbolic check presentation (from left) are Dr. Terrence Curran, MD, FACS General Surgery, Surgical Critical Care, Trauma Surgery; Trish O’Keefe, Ph.D.,RN, President MMC,Senior Vice President, Chief Nurse Executive, AHS; Barbara Ruane, Co-Chair Mansion in May 2023; Mary Courtemanche, CoChair Mansion in May 2023; Jennifer Smith, Chief Philanthropy Officer; and Kathleen Christie, President WAMMC 2023.
Above:
Institute of Bioskills Training
at Morristown Medical Center.
50 YEARS OF MANSION IN MAY
‘It was suggested that we consider a House Decorating Fundraiser for 1974.”
That is the sentence from the Women’s Association’s Board minutes of March 13, 1973, that started it all! Since 1974, Mansion in May Designer Showhouse and Gardens has been the signature fundraiser of the Women’s Association for Morristown Medical Center (WAMMC) and has raised almost $14 million since its inception. Wildfair marks the twenty-first Mansion in May that WAMMC has presented to the community to continue the tradition of supporting Morristown Medical Center.
What started with Miss Myra M.B. Brookfield’s vision and her heartfelt bequest to bring the most advanced healthcare available to her community became a
reality with the help of a group of women led by Miss Augusta Stone. This small but dedicated group raised the necessary funds to start the hospital and then formed the Woman’s Association in March 1893 to support the fledgling concern.
Today, 132 years later, WAMMC continues as an organized body of volunteers who tirelessly give their time to enable Morristown Medical Center to provide quality healthcare to the community. We are grateful for the thousands of volunteers who have worked on the past twenty Mansions in May. These volunteers have gone above and beyond to continue Myra M.B. Brookfield’s vision and Miss Augusta Stone’s passion to make Morristown Medical Center one of the best in America.
Upton Pyne
Bernardsville
$133,000 raised for new Intensive Care and Cardiac Care Units at Morristown Memorial Hospital
1976
Giralda Madison
$270,000 raised for Friends Fund of Morristown Memorial Hospital
1980
Schiff Estate Mendham
$231,000 raised for new OB/GYN units at Morristown Memorial Hospital
1981 Hollow Hill Farm
Convent Station
$200,000 raised for the Special Care Nursery Clinic at Morristown Memorial Hospital
A RETROSPECTIVE
1986
Evergreens
Morristown
$127,000 raised for the Cardiac Rehabilitation Extension at Morristown Memorial Hospital
1988
Warren Estate
Bernardsville
$350,000 raised for a Telemetry Unit for Cardiac Surgery at Morristown Memorial Hospital
1991
Upton Pyne Revisited
Bernardsville
$450,000 raised to renovate the Emergency Room at Morristown Memorial Hospital
A RETROSPECTIVE
1994
Bayley-Ellard
Madison
$325,000 raised for the Carol G. Simon Women’s Cancer Center at Morristown Memorial Hospital
1997 Vail Mansion
Morristown
$325,000 raised for The Carol G. Simon Cancer Center at Morristown Memorial Hospital
1999
Knox Hill
Morris Township
$410,000 raised for The Children’s Medical Center at Morristown Memorial Hospital
A RETROSPECTIVE
2001
Ellerslea
Morris Township
$460,000 raised for Morristown Memorial Hospital’s Goryeb Children’s Hospital
2003 Cross Estate
Bernardsville
$662,000 for the expansion of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Morristown Memorial Hospital
2006
Ross Family Farm
Basking Ridge
$610,000 raised for the Gagnon Heart Hospital at Morristown Memorial Hospital
2008
Froh Heim
Far
Hills
$585,528 raised for the Valerie Fund Children’s Center at Goryeb Children’s Hospital at Morristown Memorial Hospital
2010
Fawn Hill Farm
Harding Township
$810,000 raised for the expansion of the Morristown Medical Center Emergency Department
2012
Glynallyn Morris Township
$1,326,886 raised for the Hospice & Palliative Care Center at Morristown Medical Center
A RETROSPECTIVE
2014 Blairsden Peapack-Gladstone
$2 million raised for the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit & Autism Center at Goryeb Children’s Hospital
2017 Alnwick Hall –The Abbey Morris Township
$1,502,000 raised for The Center for Nursing Innovation & Research at Morristown Medical Center
A RETROSPECTIVE
2020
Tyvan Hill
New Vernon
$1 million raised to expand the 5th floor of the Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center
2023
Three Fields
Borough of Mendham
$1.65 million raised to modernize and expand the Gagnon Institute of Bioskills Training and Innovation at Morristown Medical Center
2025
Wildfair
Chester Township
Goal: To raise
$2 million for The Proton Therapy Center at Morristown Medical Center
WILDFAIR the history of
BY W. BARRY THOMSON CO-AUTHOR OF THE TWO-VOLUME WORK NEW JERSEY COUNTRY HOUSES: THE SOMERSET HILLS
The Wildfair estate in Chester Township originally called Black River has a captivating history going back more than 220 years.
Originally the site of an eighteenth- or early nineteenthcentury gristmill, sawmill, and farm the original fieldstone house on the property was significantly altered and enlarged in the 1930s to create an elegant country estate. The house was again altered and enlarged to its present size in the mid-1990s.
Creation of Wildfair as a Country Estate: The Hollinses
In December 1933, perhaps the worst year of the Great epression the then-fifty-acre Chester farm property began a fundamental transformation when it was acquired by Elizabeth Wolcott lkins from hiladelphia and her first husband Harry Bowly Hollins III, from New York. Both Elizabeth and Harry were from socially prominent and wealthy families long involved in the banking and brokerage industry.
Wildfair’s First Architects
In early 1934, the Hollinses retained the prominent hiladelphia architectural firm of Willing Sims Talbutt to design their new country house, which they named Wildfair. The firm was one of the most prolific of hiladelphia’s firms specializing in residential design.
The front, courtyard entrance to Wildfair, as designed by Willing, Sims & Talbutt in 1934. The house was significantly enlarged and altered in the mid-1990s.
Inset Above: For some 70 years, beginning in 1804, the Dorland family owned and operated the gristmill and sawmill along the Peapack Brook on property that would later become the core of the Wildfair estate. This item, from the March 9, 1820, issue of the Palladium of Liberty, a Morristown weekly newspaper, announced that the Dorlands were also manufacturing millstones.
Left:
Senior partner Charles Willing, a descendant of an old and prominent Philadelphia family, studied architecture at the niversity of ennsylvania. e first worked as an associate at two hiladelphia architectural firms Brockie & Hastings and Furness, Evans & Co. During World War he was a first lieutenant in the Army’s Sanitary Corps designing and remodeling military hospitals in France.
After the war Willing returned to hiladelphia and in 1919, he and Joseph Patterson Sims, another former associate at the urness firm opened their own architectural o ce. They were oined in by ames Talbutt a classmate of Willing’s at enn and at the urness firm.
Charles Willing’s interest and skill in landscape architecture played a significant role in the firm’s success in residential commissions for the hiladelphia region’s elite families during the years leading up to World War II. In the 1930s, Willing even designed and marketed a line of garden ornaments that were shown and sold at his own property Willingswood in Chestnut Hill, Pennsylvania.
ne of Willing Sims Talbutt’s most notable residential and landscape commissions—and one with a personal connection to Wildfair was the si ty-room rench- orman stone mansion in Bucks County called ndian Council ock. t was designed and built between and for eorge rederick Tyler and his wife Stella on Tuyl lkins an aunt of lizabeth Wolcott lkins ollins. Both women were artists and patrons of the arts.
The Design of Wildfair
In their plan for Wildfair, the architects retained the old stone farmhouse and designed e tensive fieldstone additions to create a comfortable country retreat.
t is likely the firm also handled the original landscape design. A key element in the plan was the restoration of the old gristmill dam to create a picturesque pond between the house and the eapack Brook. The design also included a long gently curved driveway across the fields to provide a panoramic view of the house as one approached the walled entry courtyard.
The construction of the ollinses’ house was undertaken by the ohn Bodine Company a building firm in eapackladstone. The firm’s founder ohn Bodine had served
The Philadelphia residence designed by and built for Charles Willing, senior partner in the architectural firm of Willing, Sims & Talbutt.
Among Willing, Sims & Talbutt’s most notable commissions was Indian Council Rock in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. The 60-room, French-Norman-style mansion was designed and built between 1928 and 1931 for Elizabeth Elkins Hollins’s aunt and uncle.
This is the nineteenth century stucco-covered fieldstone house that was incorporated into the Hollinses’ Wildfair mansion in 1934.
Charles Willing was also an accomplished landscape architect. In the 1930s he designed and marketed his own line of garden ornaments.
eighteen years as the first mayor of the Borough of eapack- ladstone.
The Bodine firm constructed houses and commercial civic and religious buildings throughout the Somerset ills. While building Wildfair the firm was also constructing the elegant eorgian-style brick stable and coach barn on the ernon Manor estate of ichard . . and dith Blair ambrill in eapackladstone and had recently completed the orman-style stone tower at St. uke’s piscopal Church in that town.
As originally built Wildfair was a rambling structure with several wings on di erent levels. The house was sited on a bank so the front elevation on the entrance courtyard was one-and-a-half stories and the back facing the millpond was two-and-a-half stories.
The early American style of the house was enhanced by small-pane casement windows with painted oak shutters pedimented dormer windows rench doors and bay windows facing the pond and udowici roof tiles.
The interior features included antique mantels some of which remain today and eighteenth-century paneling some of it removed from Colonial-era structures in pswich Massachusetts where Mrs. ollins’s mother had grown up.
“Ibbie” Elkins Hollins and Her Cousin Sister Parish
lizabeth Wolcott lkins who was known as bbie to her family and close friends as well as professionally as an artist was a first cousin of one of the leading American interior decorators of the twentieth century orothy May innicutt arish better known as Sister arish.
n addition to Sister’s fame for among other things designing the interiors of the White ouse residence for ohn and acqueline ennedy she was also one of the designers selected for the first Mansion in May held at pton yne in Bernardsville in . pton yne was a house Sister had known since her own childhood.
Elizabeth (Ibbie) Wolcott Elkins and her cousin, Dorothy May (Sister) Kinnicutt, and a classmate of Sister’s from the Foxcroft school. The photograph was taken in the late 1920s outside Long Ledge, the Elkins family’s summer residence at Dark Harbor, Islesboro, Maine.
The rear, pond-facing façade of Wildfair, as it existed from 1934 until the mid-1990s.
Sister Parish was one of the interior decorators selected to design a room at the first Mansion in May, held at Upton Pyne in Bernardsville in 1974.
Ibbie and Sister were born only four months apart in 1910 and were married only three months apart in 1931. Their mothers, May and Elizabeth Tuckerman, were sisters, daughters of historian and biographer Bayard Tuckerman and Annie Osgood Smith.
Sister Parish’s granddaughter, Susan Bartlett Crater, wrote in Sister: The Life of Legendary American Interior Decorator Mrs. Henry Parish II Sister and her first cousin bbie were lifelong friends and rivals. They were both reigning Dark Harbor [Maine] grande dames
They loved to fight and both were very good at it. They said the most awful things to each other and would vow never to speak again. The next day, one would invariably call the other to ask what she was going to wear that night. You have to understand how formidable these women were. You could not believe the bite of their words and the sheer power they wielded over their family and friends. Ibbie was an extraordinary painter, and I think she was always mad that Sister got more recognition, when she was probably just as talented.”
Maine, but for a period in the 1930s and ’40s they also lived near one another in the Somerset Hills and maintained New York City residences for most of their lives.
Sister grew up at Mayfields her Kinnicutt family’s country estate in nearby Far Hills, New Jersey. After her marriage, she and Henry Parish and their children lived in a farmhouse they rented on the Dunwalke estate of Clarence Dillon in Bedminster, only seven miles from Wildfair.
Sister arish opened her first interior decorating shop near the Far Hills train station in 1933, just as Wildfair was being designed, but it is not known whether the two cousins worked together to plan the interiors of the house.
Harry Bowly Hollins III
Ibbie was maid of honor at Sister’s wedding to Henry Parish II in New York on Valentine’s Day in 1931; and Sister was a matron of honor at Ibbie’s May 1931 wedding to Harry Hollins at Chestnut Hill, outside Philadelphia.
The two cousins not only spent virtually every summer near one another at their respective Kinnicutt and Elkins families’ vacation homes at Dark Harbor, on Islesboro Island,
bbie’s first husband arry Bowly ollins like his father and grandfather of the same name, started his career as a banker and broker in New York. After graduating from St. Mark’s School and then Harvard, in 1931, he worked for Bankers Trust Company, later joining his father as a partner in the securities firm of . . Whitney Sons.
The Hollins family had estates in East Islip on the south shore of Long Island as well as a notable New York city townhouse. Harry III grew up on his father’s Long Island estate, Crickholly, while his grandfather had a nearby 600acre estate called Meadow Farm. The senior Hollinses’
(Portrait of Dorothy May Kinnicutt, better known as the legendary interior decorator Sister Parish, the wife of Henry Parish II.
Dorothy May Kinnicutt—Sister Parish—grew up at Mayfields, her family’s country estate in Far Hills.
Two of Elizabeth and Harry Hollinses’ children, Evelina Ann and Harry IV, in a circa 1940 photograph at the Wildfair pond.
large brick New York City residence at 12 West 56th Street was designed by McKim, Mead & White and built between 1899 and 1901. Today, the former Hollins mansion is occupied by the Consulate of Argentina.
Harry III’s grandfather was the founder, in 1878, of the ew ork banking and brokerage firm of .B. ollins Co. with o ces directly across Broad Street from those of his close friend and business associate, banker J. Pierpont Morgan. .B. ollins Co. failed in .
Harry III enlisted in the Navy in January 1942, one month after Pearl Harbor, and served as an air-combat intelligence o cer in the acific throughout World War . He was released from active duty in September 1945 with the rank of lieutenant commander.
Returning to Wildfair after the war, Harry was elected to the board of trustees of St. Bernard’s School in nearby ladstone now the ill St. Bernard’s School.
In December 1945, the Hollinses sold Wildfair to lizabeth Cutting and her husband eville Booker. our months later, in April 1946, Harry and Ibbie, the parents of five children divorced.
n anuary bbie married ran redrik olmquist a Swedish retail executive who, in 1948, established Bonniers at the time a pioneering ew ork store selling Scandinavian Bauhaus-inspired and modern- talian wares. Ibbie continued to pursue her life-long artistic career, with exhibitions of her paintings in galleries in New York and Maine. Her pointillistic style was once described by a New York Times reviewer as being “on the razors edge between fact and fantasy.”
Painting by “Ibbie” Holmquist. A lifelong artist, Elizabeth Wolcott Elkins signed her paintings using her childhood nickname. A New York Times reviewer once said of her pointillistic style that her paintings were “on the razors edge between fact and fantasy.”
Elizabeth Wolcott Elkins and her second husband, Göran Fredrik Holmquist, a Swedish retail executive she married in 1947.
Four generations of Harry Bowly Hollinses. Harry III (1909-1991), who built Wildfair, is standing on the left.
Harry Hollins’s grandfather’s home at 12 West 56th Street in New York. Principally designed by Stanford White of McKim, Mead & White, the Georgian Revival house was completed in 1901. It now houses the Consulate of Argentina.
After the divorce, Harry Hollins moved to Oldwick, New Jersey, where he became one of the organizers and directors of The Magic Shop, a charming toy and gift store that remains an area landmark. With no desire to rejoin the banking and brokerage industry, he became actively involved with the United World Federalists movement that sought permanent world peace through universal disarmament.
Harry’s second marriage, in July 1948, was to Elizabeth Morgan Jay, known as “Betsy,” who had just been divorced from the artist Stephen Morgan Etnier. Betsy was a direct descendant of John Jay, who was a negotiator (along with John Adams and Benjamin Franklin) of the Treaty of Paris ending the American Revolution and was the nation’s first chief ustice of the Supreme Court.
Betsy was an artist and the author of the critically praised 1937 book On Gilbert Head that chronicled her and Etnier’s experiences living on their schooner, the Morgana, as they cruised the Eastern Seaboard in the 1930s and then bought and restored a large, run-down Federal-style house on an island near the mouth of the Kennebec River in Maine.
Wildfair’s Next Owners: The Bookers
In December 1945, shortly before their divorce, Ibbie and Harry Hollins sold what was then the seventy-two-acre Wildfair estate to Neville Jay Booker and his second wife, the former lisabeth Mc vers Cutting.
lisabeth Cutting was a daughter of financier and philanthropist obert ulton Cutting and his second wife, Helen Suydam. Members of New York’s social and merchant aristocracy obert ulton Cutting and his elder brother William Bayard Cutting whose ong sland estate is now the Bayard Cutting Arboretum in developed the sugar beet industry in this country.
Elisabeth’s ancestors were a who’s who of prominent Colonial-era ew ork families including the Bayards ivingstons Schermerhorns Schuylers Stuyvesants and an Cortlandts. er great-grandfather obert Bayard was a business partner of Robert Fulton, the inventor and engineer credited with developing the world’s first commercially successful steamboat, the North River, built in and informally known as the Clermont.
lisabeth’s si siblings included Charles Suydam Cutting an explorer, naturalist, author, philanthropist, and accomplished athlete in the ancient game of court, or “real,” tennis. At the invitation of the alai ama in the s Suydam Cutting was among the first Westerners to be permitted entry to the so-called forbidden city of hasa in Tibet.
Suydam Cutting was like his elder sister lisabeth a long-time resident of the Somerset ills. is first wife was elen McMahon Brady the widow of ames Co Brady of
Harry Hollins’s second wife was Elizabeth Morgan Jay, known as “Betsy,” a direct descendant of John Jay, the first chief justice of the Supreme Court. In 1937 she wrote On Gilbert Head, a critically praised chronicle of her experiences cruising the Eastern Seaboard and settling in Maine with her first husband, the artist Stephen Morgan Etnier.
Harry Hollins was one of the organizers and directors of The Magic Shop, a charming toy and gift store that remains an Oldwick landmark.
After Elizabeth and Harry Hollins divorced, Harry remained in the area, buying this house in Oldwick.
In 1945 Elizabeth and Harry Hollins sold Wildfair to Neville Jay Booker and his second wife, Elizabeth McEvers Cutting. Mrs. Booker was a daughter of financier and philanthropist Robert Fulton Cutting and a sister of Charles Suydam Cutting, an explorer, naturalist, and author. Suydam Cutting was among the first Westerners permitted by the Dalai Lama to enter the so-called forbidden city of Lhasa in Tibet.
Hamilton Farm. After Helen’s death, Cutting married Mary Pyne, the widow of Oliver Dwight Filley Sr.
Mary Pyne was the only daughter of Percy Rivington Pyne and Maud Howland, whose grand estate in Bernardsville was Upton Pyne. In 1974, Mary lent the thenvacant Upton Pyne mansion to the Women’s Association to be the first Mansion in May. Seventeen years later in Upton Pyne Cottage, which had been Mary’s own house next door, became the seventh Mansion in May.
Neville Jay Booker was born in Cincinnati, Ohio. n he married his first wife Mary Ames Sayles a descendant of an old and prominent Rhode Island family engaged in the textile business. The couple had one child, Mary Sayles Booker, before divorcing in 1935.
According to Neville Booker’s grandson, during World War I Neville worked for the British security service, MI5. Masquerading as a tennis and golfing sportsman he reportedly went into Germany to photograph chemical factories.
Neville’s only child, Mary Sayles Booker, was married to Navy lieutenant Bernardo Rionda Braga in 1943. Braga and his family were long engaged in the Cuban sugar trade. The family’s Czarnikow- ionda Company and its a liate the Cuban Trading Company, handled approximately twenty percent of Cuba’s sugar exports between 1909 and 1960. The company also owned or controlled six raw sugar factories in Cuba, reportedly worth over $134 million at the time of their confiscation by idel Castro’s government.
Jay Booker died in 1953, but his widow, Elisabeth Cutting Booker, lived on at Wildfair and in New York until her death in December 1980.
Orin and Francena-Ann Smith
In 1981, Elisabeth Cutting Booker’s stepdaughter and executor, Mary Sayles Booker Braga, sold Wildfair to Orin Smith and his wife, Francena-Ann Raymond.
The Smiths renamed Wildfair as Fox Chase Farm, the name it retained until 2023 when it reverted to Wildfair. The Smiths added a riding ring and swimming pool and made some interior alterations to the house.
Orin Robert Smith was a graduate of Brown University, after which he oined the avy and served as an o cer on a destroyer escort.
After leaving the Navy, Smith joined Allied Chemical
Charles Suydam Cutting and his first wife, Helen McMahon Brady, the widow of James Cox Brady, carriage driving on the Brady estate, Hamilton Farm, near Gladstone.
The dining room as decorated by Orin R. Smith and Francena-Ann Raymond, who had renamed the property Fox Chase Farm. The room featured early American scenic wallpaper and an antique mantel that remains in the house.
Corporation while earning an MBA degree from Seton Hall University. Smith worked for several other companies before joining the Engelhard Corporation in 1977. He eventually rose to become chairman and chief e ecutive o cer of Engelhard, serving in that position from 1994 until his retirement in 2000.
Edson and Suzan Mitchell
In 1993, after Orin and Ann Smith had divorced, they sold Fox Chase Farm to Edson and Suzan James Mitchell.
The Mitchells soon retained architect Hiland Hall Turner to design significant alterations and additions to the original 1934 house. The contractors, Eberle Builders Inc., completed the work in 1995, beautifully matching the stonework of the original house. The changes also included the construction of a new horse barn with an apartment above. The heavy timber frame of the barn was fashioned by Summerbeam Woodworking of Pennsylvania.
Edson Vaughan Mitchell III, born in 1953, was a native of Portland, Maine. A graduate of Colby College, he later served on the school’s board of trustees. He and Suzan endowed the Mitchell Family Professorship in Economics and established the Edson V. Mitchell Financial Aid Fund to help Maine students attend Colby.
After graduating from Colby in 1975, Edson went on to earn an MBA degree from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. He later became a member of Tuck’s board of overseers.
After graduating from Tuck, Edson began his storied career in the banking industry, first as a commercial banker with the Bank of America in Chicago then at Merrill Lynch in New York, where he was credited with creating and growing the firm’s derivatives business.
bank—was made particularly evident in June 2000 when he became the first American to sit on the erman bank’s nine-member executive board, the vorstand. Tragically, in late December of that year, Edson, only forty-seven, died in a plane crash. e had flown back to the nited States from London for the Christmas holiday. Picked up at Logan Airport in Boston by his long-time personal pilot, Stephen Bean the two set o in dson’s twin-engine propeller aircraft heading to Mitchell’s vacation home in Rangeley, Maine. Despite clear skies and a radioed message from Bean that he could see the airport’s runway lights, the plane inexplicably crashed about one hundred feet from the summit of Bear Mountain, instantly killing both men.
Recent Owners
In 1995, the same year the Mitchells’ additions and alterations to Fox Chase Farm were being completed, Edson was recruited by Deutsche Bank to invigorate and grow its lackluster global markets organization based in London. He, Suzan and their five children moved to ngland but two years later, Suzan and the kids moved back to Fox Chase Farm, with Edson frequently returning via Concorde for weekend visits.
Mitchell’s success in growing Deutsche Bank’s investment banking business—and his overall importance to the
In August 2002, Edson Mitchell’s widow, Suzan James Mitchell sold o Chase arm to Shari ynn Bunks eller and her husband r. ay . eller.
The ellers owned the property until when it was sold to its present owners, Robert and Pamela Epifano. The Epifanos have reinstated the property’s original name of Wildfair and have graciously allowed the property to be the Women’s Association for Morristown Medical Center’s twenty-first Mansion in May Showhouse and ardens.
After buying what was then Fox Chase Farm, Edson and Suzan Mitchell retained architect Hiland Hall Turner and Eberle Builders, Inc. to make extensive additions and alterations to the house and construct a new adjacent barn.
Edson Mitchell
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Toledo Geller
Exceptional Flooring Concepts
Ahni Kruger Studio
California Closets and Just the Right Piece
Virtue Tile
California Closets and Just the Right Piece 38. C.R. Interior Design
Kristin Ashley Interiors
Hannah Charlotte Interiors
Laura Rossi Design
Bernards Decorating Inc.
FIRST FLOOR
DESIGNER FLOOR PLANS
SECOND FLOOR
19. Exceptional Flooring Concepts
20. Great Brook Gallery
21. Diane Durocher Interiors
22. Susan Farcy Interior Design LLC
23 Pamela Epifano
24. Timeless Closets & Cabinetry
25. R. Brown Interiors
26. HCO Interiors
27. RSM Interiors
28. ACL Interiors
29. LJS Interiors
30. Samuel Robert Signature Spaces
31. MACMOMORGANIZING LLC
32 Jessica Stephans Interior Design
33. Tile Lab
34. Ahni Kruger Studio
LOWER LEVEL
7. Karla Trincanello –Interior Decisions Inc.
17. Toledo Geller
18. Mimi and Hill Designer Sales
Broadfoot & Broadfoot, LLC, A Collection of Fine Art
In reek mythology Soteria is the female personification of deliverance and preservation from harm. As our modern world rapidly advances the opportunity to slow down and decompress becomes more di cult. Surrounding oneself with beautiful artwork can be an antidote to this pressure. ere we are using beauty in a presentation of paintings and sculpture to aid you in this process. Broadfoot Broadfoot’s mission has been to create a renaissance within the arts. We are continuously looking at art. n average we look at over artists each year in order to bring you the best available work for your site-specific needs. or the last four decades we have been successful in curating our mission. The work you will find at Wildfair is only a small curation of the diverse work we o er at Broadfoot Broadfoot A Collection of ine Art. each out to us if you would like to surround yourself with beautiful artwork.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Broadfoot & Broadfoot, LLC, A Collection of Fine Art.
Tranquility envelops you the moment you step into the grand foyer of Wildfair. At its heart, a sweeping staircase commands attention, the room draped in lush hues of green and blue that echo the harmony of nature. The opulent ombré runner, woven from sumptuous bamboo silk, cascades gracefully down the steps, pooling elegantly onto the circular landing of this intricately designed home.
The walls whisper of nature’s artistry, adorned with a luxurious grass-cloth mural of a waterfall, its waters seemingly tumble down the confines of the foyer before settling into a serene glassy pool below. Beneath the staircase, a quiet alcove invites you to pause whether to slip o your shoes or curl up to read as a collection of books from Wildfair’s stately library are artfully arranged within the curve of the stair.
Welcome to Wildfair, where elegance and drama exist in perfect harmony.
AND CREDITS:
Please see the Summit Rug ad on page 80 and the Artistic Interiors ad on page 80
SOURCES
Summit Rug, Benjamin Moore & Co., Phillip Jeffries, Visual Comfort & Co., Kravet, Arteriors, Worlds Away, Woodbridge Furniture, Juliska, Angelo Angelini, Waitikowich Construction, Jerry’s Painting and Workroom Services.
Jessica Teeling Puć, NKBA, ASID
Artistic Interiors
Kazem Fatahi Summit Rug
Summit Rug
Broadfoot & Broadfoot, LLC, A Collection of Fine Art
In reek mythology Soteria is the female personification of deliverance and preservation from harm. As our modern world rapidly advances the opportunity to slow down and decompress becomes more di cult. Surrounding oneself with beautiful artwork can be an antidote to this pressure.
ere we are using beauty in a presentation of paintings and sculpture to aid you in this process Broadfoot Broadfoot’s mission has been to create a renaissance within the arts. We are continuously looking at art. n average we look at over artists each year in order to bring you the best available work for your site-specific needs. or the last four decades we have been successful in curating our mission. The work you will find at Wildfair is only a small curation of the diverse work we o er at Broadfoot Broadfoot A Collection of ine Art. each out to us if you would like to surround yourself with beautiful artwork. SOURCES AND
Scott A. Broadfoot
Elements Interior Design Studio
395 Cumberland Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 | (908) 588-2423 | elements@elementsinteriors.net | elementsinteriors.net | Elements Interiors elements_studio_nj | Elements Interior Design Studio
I Take My Whiskey Neat
hat better way to end the evening than with a nightcap? What was once a formal o ce has been reimagined as a whiskey tasting room and wine lounge. The warm paneled walls and conversational seating draw friends in to sip and stay for a while. ich fabrics and a plush rug invoke the warmth of an nglish snug while the gold-accented wallpaper on the ceiling adds elegance. Within this lounge space a touch of whimsy is revealed by the cast aluminum monkey supporting the cocktail table. or those who want to en oy a cigar with their whiskey a rench door leads to an outdoor bluestone patio and classic stone archways. Tucked under the loggia are two chaise lounges o ering privacy for sipping or moments of repose.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Vanguard, Made Goods,
Worlds Away, Currey & Company, Cyan Design, Villa & House, Regina Andrew, Jaipur Living, John Richard, Century Furniture, Perennials Fabrics, Maxwell Fabrics, York Wallcoverings, Samuel & Sons, Arteriors, Masterpiece Upholstery, Exceptional Flooring Concepts, Renovate Worx and Amanda Como.
This powder room is a dramatic tribute to Wildfair’s rich history, blending old-world grandeur with modern sophistication. The intricate, vintage-inspired wallpaper echoes the estate’s storied past, while deep green marble and warm wood tones ground the space in timeless elegance. A gilded, sculptural mirror serves as a nod to classical ornamentation reflecting the craftsmanship found throughout the home. Above a mirror-finish ceiling enhances the sense of opulence casting a warm glow that amplifies the room’s depth and intimacy. very detail is curated to honor the estate’s heritage while bringing a fresh, luxurious perspective to this jewel-box space.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: The Fresh Start Painting Co., Impress Wallpaper, Decowall Custom Upholstery, Nancy Conner Design, Abeer Alnazzal, Kravet, Fine Paints of Europe, Boll & Branch, Visual Comfort & Co., Juliska, Benjamin Moore & Co., Global Views, Liberon Gilt Varnish, DXV, Grohe, Legrand and Michelangelo Designs.
Adina Kornbluth
Barbara Ostrom Associates
50 Tice Boulevard, Suite A28, Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 | (201) 315-7555 | barbaraostromassociates@gmail.com | barbaraostrom.com
barbaraostromassociates | barbaraostromassociates
A Celebration of a Life Well-Lived
The living room resonates with beautiful colors and soft music filling the air from the amaha player piano. It is a joyful feast for the eyes, with an eclectic mixture of contemporary and traditional furnishings, enhanced by eighteenth century antiques. This is a comfortable, exciting room that everyone will want to come in and enjoy. It is sophisticated yet homey and inviting. My interpretation of an eighteenth century Adam ceiling is painted on canvas by Christine D’Angelo in exquisite pastel colors that echo the ambience of the room. It is the focal point pulling everything together.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Christine D’Angelo, TJ Painting, Classic Sofa, Marut Architectural Woodworking, Baum Drapery, Houlès, Greenbaum Interiors, Stark Carpet, Scalamandré, Kravet, Lee Jofa, Brunschwig & Fils, Boris Reyt, ACA Gallery, Vaughan Lighting, Rockaway Music/Yamaha, Benjamin Moore & Co. and Broadfoot & Broadfoot, LLC, A Collection of Fine Art.
Barbara Ostrom, ASID
Karla Trincanello–Interior Decisions Inc.
140 Columbia Turnpike, Florham Park, NJ 07932 | (973) 722-3538 | intdecinc@aol.com | interiordecisions.com
Karla Trincanello-Interior Decisions | karla_trincanell_int.decisions
The Wanderer’s Library
The Wanderer’s Library is a two-story haven designed to capture the essence of the homeowners’ global ourneys while o ering a cozy and elegant retreat. estled within a property surrounded by 33 acres of pristine North Jersey landscape, this library embodies sophistication and intimacy. The design showcases warm wood paneling, luxurious materials, and artful details that create a perfect blend of function and aesthetic to suit reading rela ation and small gatherings. A rich color palette of emerald green, animal prints, and warm wood tones ensures the space feels both lu urious and grounded complementing the natural beauty of the surrounding estate.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: JS Stark Carpeting, Greenbaum Interiors, Richard Bevan Antiques, Elegant Lighting, TJ Painting Co., Steve’s Custom Drapery Shoppe, Chelsea House, Kravet Fabrics, Lee Jofa Fabrics, Brunschwig & Fils, GP&J Baker Fabrics, Scalamandré Fabrics, Thibaut Design Fabrics, Renwil, Schumacher Fabrics, Benjamin Moore & Co., Uttermost.com, York Wallcovering, Danielle Millican Art, CSM Art-Framing Studio, Courtney Associates, Dana Salzone Artist and MPower Electrical installations.
Please see the Karla Trincanello–Interior Decisions Inc. ad on page 85
The Dining Room is a harmonious blend of classic elegance and contemporary design. The exquisite Gracie wallpaper envelops the space, infusing it with the essence of the surrounding gardens and pond, creating a serene and inviting atmosphere.
At the heart of the room, a strikingly modern dining table serves as a focal point, juxtaposed beautifully with the timeless French Louis XVI chairs, which are upholstered in sumptuous stri velvet adding a layer of lu ury and comfort. Set with the finest inori china and sparkling William Yeoward crystal, the table is crowned by an enchanting Swarovski crystal chandelier, casting a warm glow that enhances the room’s opulence. To counterbalance the original low ceilings, subtle striped accents create an illusion of height and add sophisticated texture.
This carefully curated design e emplifies how traditional elements can be reimagined in a modern context, resulting in a space that is both timeless and inviting.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Gracie, ABC Lighting, Scout Design Studio, Villa & Home, William Yeoward, PTX Painting, Mascena Trim Work, TP Decorating, Ella’s Window Fashions, Quadrille, Kravet, Thibaut, Schumacher, Samuel & Sons, Visual Comfort & Co., Theodore Alexander, Bunny Williams, Crown Hardware, Masterpiece Upholstery, Exceptional Flooring Concepts, Carver’s Guild, Schwartz Design Showroom, NDI Florals, Ginori, Benjamin Moore & Co.
The reimagined Butler’s Pantry is a perfect fusion of function and beauty, designed for both daily ease and elegant entertaining. Restored salvaged glass cabinets display curated collections against moody cabinetry, striking a balance between classic charm and modern sophistication. An une pected copper metallic floral grass-cloth ceiling adds warmth and subtle shimmer enhancing the inviting ambience. Custom cabinetry and bespoke details integrate seamlessly with modern conveniences like a warming drawer, discreet beverage storage, and a compact dishwasher. enerous counter space ensures e ortless hosting whether mi ing cocktails or prepping meals. More than a pantry this ewel-bo retreat is a statement of style practicality and timeless design. A fanfare to the grandeur of Wildfair! Cheers!
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Plain & Fancy Custom Cabinetry, Janice Cocchi of Home Sweet Home, Designer Appliances, Sub-Zero/ Wolf, Bosch, Marvic Custom Countertops, Valiant Quartz, The Tile Lady Designs, Soho Studio, Iron Abode, Benjamin Moore & Co., Signature Hardware, Kraus, Gorkin Glass, Belwith Keeler Hardware, Phillip Jeffries, Regina
Andrew, Christina D’Angelo Studios, Juliska, The Depot Gift Shop, Donna Donaldson, Maison 53 and Big Green Barn.
The Found Out was inspired by a photo with the same name that can be found displayed in the space.
What drew me in was the yellow door hidden deep in the background. At first noticed little else and then slowly all of the nature engulfing it came into view. The heavy green foliage is almost black in spots and it’s this darkness that grounds all else. The cottage itself made of white stone stands in sharp contrast. To me these di erences in te ture and tone create tension. believe this tension is paramount to a strong design concept.
The soft metallic floral wallpaper vs. the hard natural materials of red ony Calacatta iola marble and cherry wood. The soft shape of the vanity top and gentleness of the vintage talian sconces vs. the hard angles of the millwork floor and mirror. All of these design choices make up the tension in this unassuming powder room. on’t be fooled though it was probably ust the yellow curtain that drew you in in the first place.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Atlantic Plumbing Supply, Peter Brooks Stone Works, Villa & House, Nauzha/Etsy, Castelli Marble, DXV, Fabricut, Romo, Benjamin Moore & Co., Danio Home Solutions, Dennis DeMarzio Custom Tile Installation, SoloCosebelle/Chairish, Jose M. Lago Wallcovering Installation Specialist, Pete Albanese Custom Millwork and Cabinetry, Boll & Branch and Window Works.
Dana Hunkele
CWI.Design
560 Central Avenue, New Providence, NJ 07974 | (908) 665-7997 | rachel@cwi.design | creativewallcoverings.com | CWI.Design cwi.design | creative-wallcoverings-and-interiors
Chester Woods Idyllic
Stepping down into the sunlit lounge, your eyes are drawn to the numerous windows and French doors. They allow you to view the natural beauty of the surroundings.
The trees inspired the neutral shades of brown evident in the fabrics and the wood furniture. The creamy fabrics remind us of the clouds. The golden honey tones of the stones and metals reflect the sparkle of the sun.
The eclectic aesthetic of the room blends Old World charm with a transitional twist, creating a welcoming respite to all who enter.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Kravet, PTX Painting Inc., VanHise LLC, LZF Lighting, Vanguard Furniture, Four Hands, Jaipur Living, Arteriors, Phillips Collection, Urbia Imports, Moe Distributors, MDC Wallcoverings, Unique Fine Fabrics, Pollack/ Weitzner, Sanderson, Sunpan, Classic Home, Palecek, Zimmer + Rohde, Clarence House and Aliya Riaz of Portfauxlio Inc.
The heart of the home is the kitchen…a gathering place...A place of peace and comfort physical and figurative nourishment .
ur family loves cooking farming our land and creating meals together including making homemade cheeses breads and sausage and creating recipes from our farmgathered vegetables mushrooms black walnuts maple syrup honey and eggs.
We also love the simplicity of apanese culture and their reverence of ature the natural state of things.
brought natural elements and simplicity into the kitchen design stone wood marble simple and natural colors. t’s a peaceful space that incorporates the apanese concept of Wa armony.
My goal was to create a place for sharing conversation sharing stories and bonding over food and drinks in a peaceful harmonious place and participating in the endeavor of creating a meal and an e perience.
AND CREDITS:
SOURCES
The Tile Shop, INAX Tile, Kyle Tile LLC, Artisans Showcase of Tile Inc., Designer Appliances, Sub-Zero, Wolf, Dente Trading Co., Christianne Buffa, Epic Millwork, John’s Painting, Bailey Santaguida, Tom Santaguida, Atlas Marble and Granite, American Standard, Lixil, Kraftmaid, Bob McNamee, Kravet, Juliska, Arhaus, Paulo Almeida and John Tavernese.
Pamela Epifano
Hannah Charlotte Interiors
Step into your greenhouse, but it is actually your own cozy breakfast room. Meet Me at The Orangerie is deeply influenced by its architectural surroundings from the grand glass skylights and arched windows to the warm wood beams. This elegant space also draws inspiration from the grandeur of the Grand Palais in Paris and the London home of English collector Sir John Soane. The space exudes warmth and a curated feel with rich layered te tures while remaining light airy and refreshing. An oversized light fi ture with bold architectural shapes in a rust-red hue, echoes the iconic terracotta colors of garden planters. A mossy green velvet sofa adds a cozy touch, echoing the lush landscape outside. Roman shades subtly patterned with a Japanese woodland print seamlessly connect the room to both the terrace garden and the adjacent kitchen or Shokukai space. This breakfast room invites curiosity and o ers a peaceful inspiring space for a delightful start to your day.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Window Works, Romo, Stark Carpet, Four Hands, Paige Lindsey Designs, Rockville Interiors, Kravet, PTX Painting, Rowe, Schoolhouse, Visual Comfort & Co., Fermoie and Union Home..
n this country estate, tucked away on a quiet road, there lies a powder room that e udes charm and character. The rustic weathered floorboards creak softly underfoot as you enter adding to the sense of history and nostalgia that permeates the space. The walls are adorned with a striking blue-green geometric wallpaper adding a modern touch to the traditional decor. The e posed brick wall brings the sense of the outdoors into the space. The u taposition of old and new creates a unique and inviting atmosphere making the room feel both timeless and contemporary. The soft glow of the sconce lighting casts a gentle warm light over the room creating a cozy and intimate ambiance. rop your boots in the mudroom and wash your hands after tending to the garden in this rustic yet contemporary navy sink and get ready to start your day.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Lee Jofa,
Concretti, Grohe, Visual Comfort & Co., Benjamin Moore & Co, Boll & Branch, Angelini Wallcovering and Uttermost.
Welcome to La Dolce Vita. La Dolce Vita encourages embracing life’s simple pleasures. It captures Italy’s enduring philosophy of savoring beauty, pleasure, and the joys of life.
We view this space as the secondary entrance to the home. This is the transition to a more carefree state. It is where close friends may enter and creates a welcoming, lighthearted environment.
We chose to create a colorful space, highlighting the colors of coastal Italy. From Cinque Terre to the Amalfi Coast these yellows and greens with a highlight of aqua will transport you. We have included some color play with the unexpected yellow ceiling. The decorative elements of this space use wallcovering and fabrics from the Harlequin Idyllic collection. The storage cabinet was designed by Lily and the Rose Design to coordinate the cabinetry in the Laundry Room.
The color play and coastal Italian theme continues into our sister space, Limoncello Laundry, which Bernards Decorating codesigned with Lily and the Rose Design.
SOURCES AND
Please see the Bernards Decorating Inc. ad on page 45
CREDITS: Harlequin/Sanderson Design Group, Benjamin Moore & Co., Stray Dog Design Lighting, Charleston Forge, Marylyn Modny Artist, Lulu and Georgia, Todd Mills Carpentry and The Tile Shop.
Limoncello Laundry was crafted by the sweet essence of lemons and crisp aroma of laundry line-drying in the breeze. This design embodies a bright, airy, feeling that whisks you o to the talian countryside with an old talian saying of When life gives you lemons make Limoncello.”
ur design starts with clean lines of the fine crafted St. Martin Cabinetry showcasing a rich ewter reen finish that embodies the lemon branch with earthly bright green leaves. The design focused on using the space to the fullest providing generous wrap-around counters, ample storage, and highlighting the height of the room with tall built-in open concept cabinetry and a stacked laundry system. Bright golden hardware highlights the yellow and green hues primarily used in this space.
The decorative elements are a collaboration with Bernards ecorating including the wallcovering and window treatments. These lovely treatments create a mood of Coastal taly highlighting our beloved lemon trees. Ciao Bella
AND CREDITS:
SOURCES
St. Martin Fine Cabinetry, LIXIL/DXV, Virtue Tile + Design, Stone by Vincenzo, Town Appliance, Schumacher Fabrics, Clarence House, Steve’s Custom Drapery Shoppe, JC Painting and Boll & Branch.
Toledo Geller envisions Wildfair’s homeowner as the fabulous Theodora Greer Teddi to those closest to her. She has transformed her garden-level recreation room into La Femme Den, a sanctuary of style and camaraderie, where laughter and games stretch into the night. The space exudes a breezy Palm Beach elegance yet remains warm and inviting, perfect for cozy NJ winters. At its heart sits the pièce de résistance a double-sided sofa in a daring mint green accented plaid, where friends perch elegantly, sipping cocktails and watching games unfold. The palette, a mix of greens and blondes, is as bold as Teddi herself all grounded by an une pected yet fitting choice a leopard-print carpet, her idea of a neutral. More than just décor, La Femme Den is a tribute to the bold, multifaceted women Teddi surrounds herself with a space where style, laughter, and lifelong memories are e ortlessly woven together.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: D’Curtain Design, Green Street Joinery, J. Canabe’s Painting, Jhomar Developments, Royal Upholstery, J&S by Stark, Amina Sound, Axiom Fine Art Consulting, Benjamin Moore & Co., Blooms by Ali NJ, Coley Home, Fabricut, Fairfield Chair, Ferrell Mittman, Habitatery, Hickory White, Infinite Audio Video Solutions, Juliska, Lee Jofa, Liz Lidgett Gallery + Design, Material Bespoke Stone + Tile, Osborne & Little, Quadrille, RB Wallcovering, Samuel & Sons, Schumacher, Stout Fabrics, The Mahjong Line, The Shade Shop, The Urban Electric Co., and Villa and House.
Taking our inspiration from the speakeasies of the past, we envision this room being a destination the family will turn to with its key location o the garden and convenient access to the wine room. The star of the room is a custom oak wood and marble bar showcasing a trio of appliances to keep drinks cool and at hand. Nearby, a set of glass bar shelves anchors a marble bar table top with a fluted leather base. Bar stools on both sides allow for the view inside and outside to be shared. It is the perfect lounging sofa for the upscale but chill vibes of the room. Grounding the space is a custom Marc Phillips wool rug with a warm color texture that cozy up the lounge. The chocolate painted paneling and brown cork te tured hillip e ries paper line the walls. The ceiling paper is a sexy animal texture that will create an enveloped experience. It is truly a perfect lounge space that will equally welcome and wow both visitors and the homeowner’s own family.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Phillip Jeffries, Marc Phillips Rugs, Dente Trading Co., Peter Brooks Stone Works Inc., Palmer Industries, Gorkin Glass, Kravet Fabrics, Fabricut, Sanderson Design Group, Zak & Fox, Benjamin Moore & Co., Mason Lane, Window25, Berry Campbell and Royal Green.
17 Village Road, New Vernon, NJ 07976 | (973) 886-2459 | greatbrookgallery.nj@gmail.com | greatbrookgallery.com | Great Brook Gallery
Surround yourself with beauty. Seize every opportunity to enjoy beauty at every turn. Remind yourself of the joys of spring and summer with examples of work from just a few of our collectible artists. Our friendly gallery is full of choices for every season or mood that will bring happiness to all who pass. We are renowned for our fine selection of contemporary art. undreds of choices await you in our circa 250-year-old building.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Great Brook Gallery and Benjamin Moore & Co.
Please see the Great Brook Gallery ad on page 84 Memory Lane
Midcentury Modern meets Historic Society in this Gentleman’s Quarters that was designed with the homeowner in mind. This masculine room is furnished in a moody palette that complements the view of the courtyard and the natural stone facade of Wildfair. As the sun sets on the day and the five o’clock shadow spreads across the courtyard, this room becomes a comfortable retreat, embodying the essence of relaxation.
A tufted leather sofa defines the seating area facing a newly installed fireplace that adds warmth and elegance. The walnut acoustic paneling serves as both a focal point and a functional backdrop for the television. This reeded design is a repeated motif throughout the space. A once-empty corner now holds the surprise of a newly installed bar with brass and glass shelves that are light and functional for storage and display. The bar’s walnut finish echoes the acoustic paneling used in the space. The linen wallcovering complements the neutral paint palette that wraps the room and is the perfect backdrop for the artwork and custom trompe l’oeil screen. A modern desk adorned with brass accents balances the room’s historic and contemporary elements, perfectly supporting the theme of modern meets history.
The guest bathroom was designed to honor the past while embracing the functionality of modern luxury. We worked with the original architectural elements such as the wide-plank flooring and the wainscoting. A dark walnut stain refreshes the floors anchoring the new -inch espresso vanity. eep greige glazed tiles installed vertically in the shower enhance the sense of space. Black and brass accents complete the design mirroring the mood of the ive ’Clock Shadow room moody, historic, and modern.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Alber’s Fireplaces; American Brass & Crystal; Anthony Albert Studios; Arhaus; Basco Shower Doors; Benjamin Moore & Co.; Broadfoot & Broadfoot, LLC, A Collection of Fine Art; Chelsea House; Creative Touch Rugs; Deco Custom Builders; DXV; Exceptional Flooring Concepts; Ferguson; GP & Baker; Grohe; Infinite AV Solutions; Iron Abode; JF Fabrics; Kravet; Kuiken Brothers; Lee Jofa; Lulu & Georgia; Masters Interiors; MPower; Nancy Connor Designs; PTX Painting; Reno’s Appliance; Samuel & Sons; Steve’s Custom Drapery Shoppe; Stone by Vincenzo; Studio Eighteen; Stout; Thibaut; Uttermost; Visual Comfort & Co.; Wayne Tile–Ramsey; Woodbridge Furniture; Wostbrock; and Zaksons Fine Furniture.
Please see the Diane Durocher Interiors ad on page 83
Step into Be My Guest, a space that invites a gentle exhale, where indoors and outdoors exist in perfect harmony. Inspired by nature’s beauty and the timeless elegance of classic design, this guest room is a storybook escape an invitation to unwind, dream, and stay awhile.
Wrapped in a blue and green floral design the room hums with the fresh vibrance of a garden in bloom. It is designed for quiet moments lingering over morning co ee curling up with a book, or simply sinking into the comfort of a beautifully curated retreat.
French doors open to a Juliette balcony overlooking the pond below a peaceful connection to the world outside, where the landscape shifts with the time of day, casting light and shadow in mesmerizing patterns.
This is a space for dreamers and storytellers, for those who savor life’s little luxuries and find beauty in the details. t is both a retreat and a reverie a place where every guest feels not just welcomed, but truly at home.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Kristen Leigh Studio, Paisley Peacock Home, Exceptional Flooring Concepts, Benjamin Moore & Co., Jonathan Charles, Steve’s Custom Drapery Shoppe, Designer’s Resource Inc., Thibaut/Anna French, JF Fabrics, Kravet, Dana Salzone Fine Art, Feliciano Brothers Painting & Wallcovering, Samuel & Sons, R&R Upholstery, Colefax & Fowler, Visual Comfort & Co., Costikyan, Mr. and Mrs. Howard, Wostbrock Home, Tea & Table New York and Laura Clare Floral Design & Event Décor.
This luxurious bathroom is meant to bring a feeling of being one with nature and of serenity as you soak in the tub and peek out the window at the pond and trees beyond. brought flowers and natural muted colors into the design to invoke this feeling of nature inside. The soft tones of the velvet the warm green in the tile and my accent pieces are meant to remind you of the trees rocks and mosses that surround us and will hopefully take your mind into the forest.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Garden State Tile, Kyle Tile LLC, Kravet, GP&L Baker, American Standard, Grohe, Artisans Showcase of Tile Inc., Build.com, John’s Painting, Basco Shower Doors, John Tavernese, Paulo Almeida, Two Smart Techs, Karen Dearborn and Kyle Bayer.
Pamela Epifano
Timeless Closets & Cabinetry
Hunterdon County, NJ | (908) 328-7004 | wendy@timelesscc.com | timelessclosetsandcabinetry.com | Timeless Closets and Cabinetry
timelessclosetsandcabinetry | wendy-scott
The Country Cloffice
Welcome to The Country Clo ce a private sanctuary dedicated to the young lady of the house. She is both a budding entrepreneur and a quiet fashionista. pon entering the room you will find a petite writing desk in country green and warm wood tones. t’s the perfect size for organizing her work and displaying her treasures. To the left of the doorway an inviting banquette anchors the room in plush te tiles and decorative pillows. With a focus on quality over quantity ust enough of the latest fashions are perfectly organized. The style of the room was inspired by the local countryside and the timeless feel of the country estate.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Ericko Construction, JB Cutting, Addicted Chic, Kravet, Exceptional Flooring Concepts, Benjamin Moore & Co., Richelieu, Häfele, Tag Hardware, Creations in Fabric and Design, Artisan Custom Interiors, House 2 Home Designs, MPower Electrical, Lamps Plus, Casabossanova and Bee Organized North Jersey Shore.
Please see the Timeless Closets & Cabinetry ad on page 144
Wendy Scott
R. Brown Interiors
The inspiration for the grand hallway is based on the Japanese principle of Wabi-Sabi, a traditional aesthetic encouraging acceptance of transience and imperfection. This emerging design force accentuates simple beauty that can stand the test of time. I envision this space not merely as a passageway, but as a sophisticated room in itself. With a serene blend of modern and traditional elements, the hallway exudes a sense of timeless beauty and grace, inviting you to appreciate the harmony of its perfectly imperfect features.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Benjamin Moore & Co., Phillip Jeffries, Mercedes Jelinek, Andreas Anastasis, The Lillie House, Arteriors, Cuff Studio, DesignAnts, JD Staron, Ron Dier Design through David Sutherland, and Jaclyn Neusner.
We designed an enchanting space filled with color pattern and room for self-e pression to bring a young girl’s dream room to life. A custom corner banquette provides the perfect spot to read or chat with friends while decorative shelving above displays artwork and travel mementos. A lilac linen canopy drapes over the striped pink velvet bed creating a lu urious escape. very design detail from the hidden closet vanity to the dimensional art installation leading to the ensuite adds a touch of playfulness and delight to the room.
The charming bathroom retains its original hardwood floors and vintage clawfoot tub now modernized with a larger showerhead and a graphic floral wall design. Whimsical touches like scalloped towels and matching drapery and lampshades mirror the playful design of the bathroom uniting the entire space with oyful elegance and refined style.
AND CREDITS:
SOURCES
Kravet, Neu Interiors, Lee Jofa, Steve’s Custom Drapery Shoppe, Harlequin by Sanderson Design Group, J&S by Stark, JAB Anstoetz, Town & Country Surfaces, Benjamin Moore & Co., Boll & Branch, Donna Donaldson Home & Interiors, Samuel & Sons, Costikyan Fine Rug Cleaning & Restoration, Drew Stark/Fairfield County Antique & Design, DXV, Grohe, Thibaut, Horchow, TOV Furniture.
Hillary Cohen, ASID
RSM Interiors
107 Canoe Brook Lane, Far Hills, NJ 07931 | (908) 723-1099 | robinsinteriors623@gmail.com | Robin Mitilenes | robinmitilenes
Mon Boudoir
Mon Boudoir is my private sanctuary, where elegance meets intimacy. As I enter the space, I feel enveloped by the warmth of ambient lighting, tantalizing scents, sumptuous fabrics, my favorite books, and cherished adornments. t is a place where go to reflect and rela a retreat that helps me re uvenate and regain my peace. wrap myself in soft cozy blankets and fine linens that adorn my bed reflecting my personal style. My bed canopy made of the finest linens from urope adds to the intimacy of this delightful space.
My cozy seating area is where practice self-care reading a favorite novel dreaming of uropean design lighting a candle to fill the room with a calming aroma and sipping e travagant champagne.
As I sit in the peacefulness and beauty of Mon Boudoir, I feel deeply grateful for this little haven that nurtures my spirit and soothes my soul.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Kravet, Cascades LLC/Edith Wisniewski, Benjamin Moore & Co., Christine D’Angelo Studios, Jardiniere and Boll & Branch.
Robin Mitilenes
ACL Interiors
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ACreative Way of Living Nursery
ACL Interiors lead designer and owner Ally Lewis strives to make A Creative Way of Living in every space she designs. With a love for bold prints, funky patterns, and a passion for all things new and contemporary, Ally created an Andy Warhol-inspired nursery based on his artwork and style.
Ally also loves creating spaces that are not only aesthetically beautiful but also functional and financially achievable. Combining sources such as furniture retailer Crate Barrel for her rug and accent chair with custom millwork like the beautiful custom-made white oak crib and matching floating shelves built by W nteriors Ally was able to achieve all of that. The Andy Warhol “Flowers” wallpaper by Flavor Paper is the main focus in this space, tying together the mood of a contemporary nursery that she was going for in her overall design.
Lastly, adding the jewelry to her space, the custom ripple fold drapery and velvet upholstered bench cushion by Blinds ecor dress up the space to make it feel complete.
SOURCES AND CREDITS:
Benjamin Moore & Co., WL Interiors, Flavor Paper, Boll & Branch, Blinds Décor NJ, Crate & Barrel and Kohler.
Florals in Motion captures the essence of organic elegance and rhythmic movement through soft, neutral-toned floral wallpaper that evokes a sense of calm and timeless sophistication. ach element in the design has been thoughtfully curated to create a cohesive and immersive e perience.
The wallpaper featuring delicate flowing floral patterns is designed to guide visitors down the hallway creating a visual ourney that feels both welcoming and serene. ts subtle neutral palette allows the space to feel light and airy while its detail adds a layer of refined charm. Above the lighting serves as an e tension of the design following the natural flow of the floral pattern. These light fi tures are placed to subtly echo the shapes and movement in the wallpaper creating a dynamic yet soothing interplay between light and shadow. As visitors walk through the lighting enhances the feeling of being enveloped by nature as if the florals themselves were moving gently alongside them.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Kravet, Visual Comfort & Co. and Stanton Carpet.
Lisa Santoro, ASID
Samuel Robert Signature Spaces
26 Reservoir Road, Rockaway, NJ 07866 | (973) 376-7700 | sam@signaturespacesnj.com | signaturespacesnj.com | Samuel Robert Signature Spaces samuelrobertsignaturespaces
A Mid-Century Night’s Dream
Bold angles wrapped in bold color create a dramatic backdrop for this mid-century modern inspired design. Of course, the main focus of any bedroom is the bed, and this sleek, organically shaped cocoon bed does not disappoint. Its beautiful curvaceous form is enhanced by the clean, straight, built-in bookcase/desk combination. Other mid-century furnishings include a handsome chest-of-drawers and twin nightstands completing the necessary function to guarantee any guest of Wildfair a pleasant visit. The simplistic accessory curation allows for the bold modern art to command her respect. Just opposite the bed, through the French doors, lies a charming balcony with a view that does not end. Simply Stated, it’s Simply Dreamy!
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Benjamin Moore & Co., DesignAnts, Exceptional Flooring Concepts, Paper-Perfect, Reenie Young/Young Studio and The Sanderson Design Group/Harlequin.
Samuel Ciardi TULIP AWARD WINNER 2023
The Linen Retreat
Welcome to your Linen Retreat. We’ve transformed this often-overlooked space into a serene oasis of functional elegance. Featuring the sophisticated Elfa Décor Plus system and a curated selection of premium storage solutions this linen closet is designed to be both visually stunning and e ortlessly practical.
Every detail has been thoughtfully crafted to evoke warmth and comfort cozy slippers, plush bath towels, soft cotton robes, luxurious throw blankets, and high-thread-count bed sheets create an inviting atmosphere. legant otus wooden hangers woven storage baskets and a chic co ee table tray add the perfect finishing touches.
This collaboration showcases how home organization can be both e ortless to maintain and a oy to experience, seamlessly blending style and functionality in every corner.
Whimsy in Woodland is a serene escape where a neutral palette meets playful elegance. With multiple windows framing the woodland just outside, the room is bathed in natural light that highlights the warm, earthy tones throughout.
Abstract wallpaper and artwork dance on the walls, introducing a whimsical element, a nod to nature’s organic beauty. Plush textiles, layered linens, and lively fabrics create an inviting warmth while dark accents provide just the right amount of contrast. These details add depth and dimension, keeping the design fresh while maintaining a serene, cohesive aesthetic.
Whimsy in Woodland is a bedroom that brings a sense of brightness and ease, where modern design with a playful spirit meets the grounding beauty of nature. Here you are invited to rest, recharge, and embrace the beauty of nature both inside and out.
AND CREDITS:
SOURCES
Daniel House Club, CSM Art & Frame, United Colors Painting, Angelini Wallcovering, Kravet, Benjamin Moore & Co., Boll & Branch and Christina Carlson Pottery.
Jessica Stephans
TILE LAB
When standing within the halls of the Wildfair estate, the impressive grounds on which the home sits still whisper. The winding, wooded entrance to the property, the Old World stone facade, and the lush landscaping all work together to captivate and leave a lasting impression. It was through these lingering whispers that the idea for our space was born. “Psithurism” is our way to bring indoors a bathroom retreat that nods respect to the serene grounds of this country estate. We brought the outside in by applying a mural of large-format porcelain slabs, adorned with shadowy trees and a linen-like texture, on the feature wall of the shower. We accompanied this with a te tured weaved tile running floor to ceiling throughout. orcelain planks line the floor in what looks like polished blue wood. pposite the shower a -inch floating vanity echos the whimsical nature of the tree slabs. A horizontal niche bo highlights one sidewall, adding an area of creative functionality.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Katamount Construction, Porcelanosa, James Martin Vanities, Chester Lighting and F.W. Webb.
Bring the garden inside! Make a bold statement in your home with original, dynamic paintings of florals in a variety of sizes. A sampling of oil on linen and oil on paper o erings will be showcased with simple gallery frames. Bold colorful and e pressive paint handling are a signature style of this artist. Some works are perceptual from life others are more meditative and geometric. Paintings will be shown in transitional spaces at Wildfair on landings outside the primary bedroom and on the stairway leading to it.
4 Wilderness Trail, Warren, NJ 07059 | (917) 750-1159 | emily@justtherightpiece.com | justtherightpiece.com Just the Right Piece | justtherightpiece.interiors
Wake Me Up Before You Go
In the pursuit of refined yet functional spaces California Closets presents two e quisite designs that embrace tradition while catering to modern needs. These spaces one a serene co ee bar shown on this page and the other a lu urious custom closet in esign Space showcase the beauty of craftsmanship and thoughtful design.
The co ee bar crafted in our inen finish features real wood idge doors adding warmth and te ture to the space. esigned to evoke the tranquility of early mornings this nook creates a peaceful ritual for en oying a fresh cup of co ee. The combination of soft neutral tones and natural materials brings a sense of calm making it the perfect way to start the day.
Together these spaces celebrate tailored design timeless beauty and everyday lu ury reinforcing California Closets commitment to elevating home organization with elegance and intent.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Stef Ross Lite Brite, Deborah Fine Painting, Atlas Marble & Granite, Schwartz Design Showroom, The Tile Shop, The Tempting Table, Visual Comfort & Co., York Wallcoverings, Wallquest, PV Custom Home Renovations LLC, Roberto Pimental Painting, Kravet, Uttermost, Wesley Hall, Rocky Flammia Wallcoverings LLC.
In the heart of this historic country estate, we infused new life into the serene primary suite. As you walk in, your attention is drawn to the bespoke vanity, whose soft curves echo the fluidity of the marble mosaic tile. The backsplash is a visual statement, playing with bold shapes that delight with a sense of unexpectedness. Sunshine floods through the windows in this e pansive marble-clad shower. To contrast the sleek marble surfaces, we’ve introduced marble matchsticks on the floor providing a tactile e perience underfoot. The hand-blown artisan lighting completes the tranquil experience.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Virtue Tile + Design, Artistic Tile, Cambium Millworking, Tracy Glover Studio, Remains Lighting Co., DXV, Benjamin Moore & Co. and Woven Floors.
Please see the Virtue Tile+Design ad on page 27
OUR DESIGN TEAM AT VIRTUE TILE Clockwise from top left: Nina Martin, Deborah Ingersoll, Jana Vira, Jill Scheidemann and Camila Fernandez.
4 Wilderness Trail, Warren, NJ 07059 | (917) 750-1159 | emily@justtherightpiece.com | justtherightpiece.com Just the Right Piece | justtherightpiece.interiors
The Women’s Closet Hideaway
In the pursuit of refined yet functional spaces California Closets presents two e quisite designs that embrace tradition while catering to modern needs. These spaces one a lu urious custom closet shown on this page and a serene co ee bar shown in esign Space showcase the beauty of craftsmanship and thoughtful design.
The custom closet designed in our Morning ight finish takes inspiration from the home’s distinctive layout seamlessly integrating with its surrounding views of stone and aged materials. Softly traditional with a touch of alph auren-inspired elegance this space balances lu ury with warmth. The carefully curated shelving hanging sections and glass-paneled cabinets enhance both organization and aesthetic appeal creating a retreat-like dressing area that embodies sophistication.
Together these spaces celebrate tailored design timeless beauty and everyday lu ury reinforcing California Closets’ commitment to elevating home organization with elegance and intent.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Stef Ross Lite Brite, Deborah Fine Painting, Atlas Marble & Granite, Schwartz Design Showroom, The Tile Shop, The Tempting Table, Visual Comfort & Co., York Wallcoverings, Wallquest, PV Custom Home Renovations LLC, Roberto Pimental Painting, Kravet, Uttermost, Wesley Hall, Rocky Flammia Wallcoverings LLC.
Please see the California Closets ad on page 47
California Closets
Donna Infantolino California Closets Just the Right Piece
dorned with cherry blossom fabric from Quadrille, this retreat envelops guests in the spring season. This design nods to the great collected rooms of the past while having a youthful attitude. nfluenced by my years with Charlotte Moss this room has a mi of old and new te ture and color. The bed is the focal point beautifully crafted by Worthen in Virginia. Beneath it, a custom rug by JD Staron grounds the space with an updated palette in a traditional pattern. The chandelier e pertly crafted by American Brass Crystal draws the eye upward to an e quisite blend of clear and rock crystal.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Ray Rega and Rega Painting, Worthen Custom Brass & Iron Furniture, Stout Fabrics, Windows 25, Houlès, John Lyle, Quadrille, Boll & Branch, American Brass & Crystal, JD Staron, Vaughan Designs, IntegraTect, Artistic Marble and Onyx,0 and Justine Kovacs of Great Brook Gallery.
49 Rt. 202, Ludlow Square, Far Hills, NJ 07931 | (908) 306-0372 | karen_waldron68@msn.com classichomegarden.net | Classic Home Garden | classichomeandgardennj
AMK Harrington
PO Box 203, Long Valley, NJ 07853 | (908) 328-5452 | amkharrington@gmail.com | amkharrington.com amkharringtonlandarch | amkharrington
First Room
The serpentine driveway settles between two low, stone walls just outside the parking court, informing us that the landscape and its use are about to change. The parking court serves as the first taste of what’s to come inside the home of Wildfair: elegance, charm, history, and color.
This landscape design uses straight lines to both soften and highlight hard edges, such as the stone walls and pergola-topped seating area. The freer flowing masses of perennials and shrubs fill and soften the landscapes in between. Fastigiate deciduous and evergreen trees found at select openings and corners of the parking court complement the height of the architecture while acting as quiet exclamation points in the landscape. lanters and pots flank the front door and seating area while a garden ornament is added to a bed which guides visitors to more gardens on the property. Outdoor furnishings can be changed seasonally and are an easy way to accent site specific areas or architectural features.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Pleasant Run Nursery, Tidbury Creek Farms, Hionis Greenhouses, Cicconi Farms, Northeast Products, Wicki Wholesale Stone, Stavola Construction Materials, Aquarius Supply, Classic Home & Garden, Anne Marie Harrington Landscape Architecture, Capital Garden Products/ Planters, CNA Upholstery, Pavilion, Kravet, Brunschwig & Fils, Sanderson, Thibaut, Sunbrella and Achla Design. Please see the Foerster Landscape ad on page 126
Anne Marie Harrington, LLA AMK Harrington Landscape Architecture
After sunset, Wildfair transforms into a dramatic and warmly illuminated retreat. This historic country estate, with its timeless charm, is enhanced by a thoughtful lighting design that highlights its beauty and character. The fieldstone walls are bathed in wide wash lights creating a soft golden glow while accent lighting emphasizes the millwork, columns, and architectural details.
Each feature is showcased as its own vignette: from the motor court entrance, framed by gently lit garden knee walls, to the stately locust tree and the detached, coordinating guest house. Above, the balconies, chimneys, and cupola are subtly illuminated drawing the eye upward and accentuating the grandeur and height of this classic Morris County estate. We hope you en oy Wildfair After ark A Symphony of ight as much as we en oyed creating it.
Please see the NatureScape Lighting + Audio ad on page 84
Zac Karr, CLVLT, COLD
Michael Deo, CLVLT, COLD
Square Acre Studio
2 Green Village Road, Madison, NJ 07940 | (908) 872-3121 | tom.salaki@acre2.com | squareacrestudio.com | squareacrestudio
The design of this garden is inspired by both the vernacular landscape of Chester, New Jersey, and of styles of Japanese gardens, which embody simplicity and harmonious balance of human use and nature. Many di erent materials are displayed here to create a varying tactile landscape. The fine grit surface softens the transition from the stonework of the mansion and blending into the vertical stone surfaces of the planting beds. slands of greenery filled with a combination of native and non-native plants, rise as living elements in the garden and delineate spaces for quiet reprieve. Among the colors and te tures of each island are seating nooks where one can find time for personal contemplation or share a cocktail with others to the soothing sounds of the stone water basin. With stone, earth, wood, and water, this Mansion’s landscape emphasizes the simplicity and grace of the courtyard space.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: INAX Tile, Wicki Stone, Pleasant Run Nursery and Plant Detectives.
The “Serenade Garden,” a collaboration of the landscape designers at Country Mile Gardens, is inspired by the beautiful balcony at Wildfair that overlooks the garden and lends itself perfectly to a Shakespearean love story. The garden is a bouquet full of romantic spring blooms in soft purples, blues, and whites.
nformal flowing perennials are u taposed against a traditional layout outlined by a neat bo wood hedge. uests are invited to take a stroll as vignettes of flowers flow through the garden to draw them along the pathway.
The garden’s mature climbing hydrangea is a beautiful backdrop to a New Jersey shade garden where you will find stone benches to stop and stay a while and en oy.
Re-Wilding invites Mansion in May guests to relax, unwind, and disconnect from the stress of everyday life.
The space features a patio made from locally sourced natural stone, native plants, our own greenhouse-grown annuals in pots, and sculptures made by in-house artisans, all of which create a place to sit and contemplate the natural world. These elements come together on the edge of the Wildfair woods in the property’s most peaceful natural setting.
We invite you to have a seat, even if it’s just for a moment, take a deep breath, and enjoy all that this space has to share.
Babette Bloch’s Opus #1, 2, and 3 were inspired by Mozart’s Symphonies No. 31, 36, and 39. With a sumi brush dipped in black ink, Bloch let the music guide her hand, creating over 100 expressive line drawings. Her brush danced across the paper driven by emotion rather than thought, resulting in movements that mirrored the music’s rhythm. These drawings remained untouched in her flat files for over years until she rediscovered them. Drawn to their elegant lines, Bloch envisioned them as stainless steel cut-outs. uring a visit to the Wildfair mansion with Scott A. Broadfoot they imagined the shapes intertwining, seamlessly suspended and rotating in the woods, their reflections dancing on the pond. Some of the lines are accented with color while others retain her signature te tured surface. With this work Bloch has created her own symphony of movement in color and light e pressing the essence of Soteria.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Broadfoot & Broadfoot, LLC, A Collection of Fine Art, and Dream Green Design.
Welcome to a stunning patio that blends relaxation with nature. As you step outside, you’re greeted by a tranquil vista of lush forests and a serene pond an ideal backdrop for unwinding with friends. The design exudes classic elegance, featuring blue and white fabrics that evoke timeless charm. Plush cushions adorn wicker furniture, inviting you to sink in and savor the peaceful surroundings. A cozy area is thoughtfully arranged for gatherings, accommodating twelve for dining and providing inviting conversational spots perfect for drinks and laughter. Surrounding greenery enhances the natural feel, while soft lighting creates a warm ambience for evening relaxation.
The lush planters and surrounding landscape were expertly brought to life by Limbach’s Landscaping, completing this outdoor retreat. Whether enjoying a quiet moment by the pond taking a dip in the pool or hosting friends this patio o ers an idyllic escape where you can embrace the beauty of the outdoors in style.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Garden Cottage and Limbach’s Landscaping.
The Walnut Woodland Garden and Patio awaits. Let yourself feel enchanted as you imagine this space as a walk through the woods. One steppingstone after the next, explore the various textures beneath the walnut’s shady canopy and take notice of how sunlight dapples and dances across the ground-covered floor.
Here in the garden, nestled outside the open windows of the kitchen and main living space of the home, we invite visitors to come and go for as long as they please. Simply follow the path to the lower patio and pool; take a seat at the bistro table and sip your morning co ee or perhaps en oy the views of the lush garden from within the comforts of the home. In this tranquil space, you’ll come to appreciate how nature’s wild beauty is carefully balanced with design. Attention to factors like limited sunlight and Black Walnut chemicals a ecting nearby plants ensures the garden reflects the harmony between science and art found in both nature and our craft.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Mendham Garden Center, Plant Detectives, Dream Green Nurseries and Robert Jenkinson Nurseries.
Kevin Bielik, NJ RLA, NY CLA
Taylor LaSorsa, ASLA Associate
Kohut & Son Landscape Service
Beyond the Wilds of Foxes
Paralleling the history and architecture of Wildfair, we wanted the owners as well as the public to be able to enjoy this rambling Colonial-style home to its fullest. While walking through this space, one should feel as if they slipped past the formalness of the gardens and the estate into a more private and rustic space. This seating and fire pit area adorned with millstone-esque stone and saw-cut white oak benches creates the environment of a place to gather, to reflect and to en oy while surrounded by the wilds of the woods.
The use of birches flowering shrubs and evergreens helps enclose the space with a traditional formality as well as a wild, unbridled nature, giving it the best of both worlds while tying into the estate in its own unique way. The formal evergreen entry with boxwoods and carex grass provides a place for one to draw the eye leading into the space. The natural fieldstone border and pea gravel path leads the users into the space accommodating foot tra c
while blending the traditional and wild elements of the setting. Once in the space one will notice that the fire pit itself is a call back to the history of the estate when it was a farm, a sawmill and a grist mill, being formed of millstone-esque stones. Sitting in one of the custom-made stone and saw-cut white oak benches, one will also notice the view of the footbridge and waterfall that come from the pond, which was once part of the mill on the property. This view of the flowing water the light from the fire pit the playful fox statue and the surrounding vegetation is pleasing to all the senses, further blending the formal and wild into one singular space. Overall, we feel this design brings in a harmony of the two distinct styles of design located on the estate, creating a timeless vista within this space.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Kohut & Son Landscape Service, Agens Stone, Plant Detective, Kline Design, Riverside Nursery and Dan Como and Sons Landscape Supply.
hile completing this journey across the property, Miller’s Bend provides a point to delve into the past before heading back to reality. The history of the house, the barn and the land itself are all worth reflecting on and learning from. iven the placement of the barn and the e isting waterways one cannot help but recall a di erent time and what took place here. This secluded seating area, tucked away between the barn and the waterways, provides a place to rest and enjoy the surroundings while not detracting from the natural vista. The use of boulders to build up the pea gravel seating area also provides a natural feel while further helping to bridge the spaces between the fire pit area and the barn. The reworking of the existing boulders and soil updates the naturalistic swale and helps maintain a healthy drainage area. Surrounded by a mix of natural and formal vegetation, the greenery gives a natural feel while maintaining that elegant look that so perfectly matches Wildfair.
SOURCES AND CREDITS: Kohut & Son Landscape Service, Agens Stone, Plant Detective, Kline Design, Riverside Nursery and Dan Como and Sons Landscape Supply.
John Kohut
INTERIOR DESIGNER DIRECTORY
1.Broadfoot & Broadfoot, LLC, A Collection of Fine Art 819 Main Street Boonton, NJ 07005 (646) 808-7470
3.Broadfoot & Broadfoot, LLC, A Collection of Fine Art 819 Main Street Boonton, NJ 07005 (646) 808-7470 broadfootandbroadfoot@yahoo.com broadfootandbroadfoot.com broadfoot.and.broadfoot broadfootandbroadfoot
4.Elements Interior Design Studio 395 Cumberland Street Westfield, NJ 07090 (908) 588-2423 elements@elementsinteriors.net elementsinteriors.net Elements Interiors elements_studio_nj Elements Interior Design Studio
5.Adina Kornbluth Designs 46 Olympia Lane Monsey, NY 10952 (845) 216-0756
Robert Sameth Jr. has worked diligently to exceed the expectations of home buyers and sellers in North Central New Jersey for more than 20 years. A perennial member of Turpin’s President’s Club and top performing agent at Turpin in 2024, Rob leverages his background in marketing and communications, plus an expansive professional network in Morris, Somerset and Hunterdon counties, to develop winning promotional strategies for his home sellers. With buyers, he focuses on identifying key priorities and purchase factors that aid in decision making. All Rob’s clients, buyers and sellers alike, value his acumen in negotiating, relationship building, and bringing deals together.
Robert Sameth Jr.
SOLD | Listed by Robert Sameth Jr. 105 Mosle Road, Mendham Twp
SOLD | Listed by Robert Sameth Jr. 62 Spring Hollow Road, Far Hills
SOLD by Robert Sameth Jr. 25 Miller Road, Morristown
Robert Sameth
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The Corner Gift Shop in the Main Hospital
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Proceeds benefit WAMMC www.wammc.org/gift-shops
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NinaLou Patisserie Cafe
patrice Collection
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Waiting for the Sun
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DESIGNER SALESAT
Did you know that most items from the Showhouse and Gardens are FOR SALE ?
While visiting the Wildfair Showhouse and Gardens, stop in the Designer Sales Office, located in the Mansion, Lower Level.
“See
It, Love It, Buy It!”
Let the Designer Sales team help you make your purchases and enjoy the beauty of Wildfair for years to come in and around your own home.
20% of all sales will benefit the new Proton Therapy Center at Morristown Medical Center.
The Designer Sales Office is open from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm every day during May. Or, the Office can be reached at designersales@mansioninmay.org.
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