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contents NOV/DEC 2019 vol. 14 | issue 6

features

departments

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10 EDITOR’S NOTE

GET PERSONAL Q+A with this year’s A-List judges and emcee.

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12 GET THE GOODS Color trend: Jewel Tones; Metallic Mix; Fresh Chintz

A-LIST WINNERS Check out the twenty-three winning projects from the tenth annual A-List Awards. e di t e d b y nat han tava re s , ji l l joh n son & l au re n f et t e r m an

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18 SHOP TALK Local design news, the latest collections, haute happenings and more

A-LIST FINALISTS See fifty-seven more amazing spaces.

25 HOUSE PARTIES Q+A with Amy Aidinis Hirsch; A-List Awards

e di t e d b y ju dy o st row & l au re n f et t e r m an

The butler’s pantry from APD Architects’ winning project in Traditional Architecture: Greater than 7,000 Square Feet.

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152 LAST WORD A look back at a decade of the A-List Awards

ATHOME IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY NOV/DEC 2019, VOL. 14, NO. 6. ATHOME IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY (ISSN 1941-9503) is published six times annually (Jan/Feb, Mar/Apr, May/Jun, Jul/Aug, Sep/Oct, Nov/Dec) by Moffly Media, Inc., 205 Main St, Westport, CT 06880. Periodical postage paid at Westport, CT, and additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes (Form 3579) to ATHOME IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY, PO BOX 9309, Big Sandy, TX 75755-9607. US subscription rates: $19.95/1 year, $29.95/2 years; Canada and foreign US$40/1 year, US$60/2 years.

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Amy Vischio sales

editorial

sales management moffly media

senior editor

Lauren Fetterman

publisher, greenwich

Trish Kirsch

market editor

Megan Gagnon

publisher, new canaan - darien

advisory editor

Lisa Phillips Hingst

Donna Moffly

categories: automotive/builders/ landscape/sports & fitness

contributing editors

publisher, stamford

editor, new canaan - darien

Karen Kelly

executive editor, greenwich

publisher, westport

category: travel

Julee Kaplan

Cristin Marandino

Gabriella Mays

categories: architects/interior design/ home furnishing/art & collectibles

editor, fairfield living; stamford; westport

Diane Sembrot

sales directors

art

Jennifer Petersen

art director

Garvin Burke

category: jewelry

Stephanie Delaney

production director

Kerri Rak

regional account executive, southeast category: regional travel

design assistant

Jennifer Frank

Taylor Stroili

categories: doctors/dentists/finance/ insurance/business consulting

digital media manager

Amber Scinto

Rick Johnson

digital editor

categories: real estate/lawyers

Diane Sembrot

Ellyn Weitzman

business

categories: restaurants/wine & spirits/ catering

president

Hilary Hotchkiss

Jonathan W. Moffly

category: schools & universities

vice president/editorial & design

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marketing

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event managers

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Rachel Shorten Amy Sinclair

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lot can change in ten years—styles and trends come and go, colors fade in and out, less is always more (until it’s not). But, as we look back on a decade of A-List Awards, one element has always remained the same—this competition is, first and foremost, about community. It’s about coming together to celebrate the collaborations that make these stunning projects a reality. It’s about catching up at the party, meeting new faces and honoring the design talent that exists in Fairfield County and beyond. If you partied with us at the extra-packed Palace Theatre this year, check out the event photos starting on page 25, and watch the recap video on athomefc.com. You will see—and feel—what this community celebration is all about. ¶ The party may have ended on September 11, but for the athome team, our work had just begun. With the winners announced, we’ve created our annual A-List issue, a comprehensive resource guide and visual directory of industry professionals and their awarded projects. Expect to be inspired by the stunning spaces dreamed up, designed and brought to life by the best in our community. ¶ Last but not least, this year’s amazing panel of judges—designers James Aman and John Meeks of Aman & Meeks, Mara Miller and Jesse Carrier of Carrier and Company, Jennifer Post of Jennifer Post Design, Brian Sawyer of Sawyer|Berson; architect Edward Siegel of Edward Siegel Architect; and landscape architects Richard Hartlage of Land Morphology and Keith Williams of Nievera Williams— committed their time and talents to selecting our finalists and winners. We thank them, along with our emcee, New York Times bestselling author Jane Green, for her charm and wit, and our sponsors, who made our elegant gala possible. ¶ As we pop one more bottle of champagne to mark the close of our tenth anniversary of A-List, we hope you will celebrate right along with us. But don’t party too hard—the call for entries for the 2020 A-List Awards will be here before you know it.

AMY VISCHIO Creative/Editorial Director amy.vischio@moffly.com

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Me and Lauren Fetterman at this year’s A-List Awards (before getting happily photobombed by a real A-Lister—designer Michelle Morgan Harrison!)

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TOURS OF TREASURES ANTIQUARIUS INSPIRES WITH STYLE HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE November 6-7, Christ Church

The holiday boutique’s curated collection of thirty-five vendors offers something for everyone, including monogrammed children’s wear, cozy knitwear, chic accessories, fine jewelry and specialty foods. The Greenwich High School band will perform, and a portion of the proceeds will go to support art and education programs at the Historical Society.

GREENWICH WINTER ANTIQUES SHOW OPENING NIGHT RECEPTION December 6, Eastern Greenwich Civic Center

above: Bronson Van Wyck, honorary design chair of Antiquarius

presentation by Van Wyck on holiday decorating and a personsally signed copy of his book Born to Party, Forced to Work: 21st Century Hospitality.

Bronson Van Wyck, event planner extraordinaire and one of the world’s leading authorities on hospitality, presides over the festive opening night reception.

Van Wyck’s signature style of entertaining that combines wit and sophistication with the gracious warmth of his Southern upbringing has attracted an A-list clientele including Presidents Clinton, Bush and Obama as well as Hollywood luminaries, Wall Street titans and leading luxury brands. The reception includes an open bar, passed hors d’oeuvres and a light buffet dinner provided

by Watson’s Catering. Patron ticket holders have exclusive benefits, including an intimate

GREENWICH WINTER ANTIQUES SHOW December 7-8, Eastern Greenwich Civic Center

Produced by Frank Gaglio’s Barn Star Productions and open to the public, the antiques show has had a long tradition of serving as a trusted source for the finest 18th, 19th and 20th century American, European and Asian decorative furnishings, fine art, estate jewelry and luxurious handbags across a variety of price points.

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HOLIDAY HOUSE TOUR December 11 The house tour will showcase several stunning Greenwich homes that span a variety of styles, providing a glimpse into the ways Greenwich residents celebrate during the holidays.

Participants travel to the homes via shuttle buses located at convenient locations. An optional luncheon will be held at the Milbrook Country Club in a festive setting. Reservations and tickets are required for the tour and the luncheon.

For more information about Antiquarius or to purchase tickets for any of the events, visit greenwichhistory.org/antiquarius.

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ith a unifying theme of “animal instincts,” the Greenwich Historical Society will usher in its beloved and highly anticipated holiday extravaganza Antiquarius with a series of events designed to appeal to discriminating, styleconscious design professionals and enthusiasts as well as hostesses, gardeners and antiquarians.

“For over fifty years, Antiquarius has been the region’s premier holiday event and the Historical Society’s most important fundraiser for supporting art and education programming,” says Debra Mecky, executive director and CEO of the Greenwich Historical Society. “This year, we’re taking it to a new level to appeal to an even greater cross section of people. Rather than schedule all events in one week as we’ve done in the past, we’ve moved the holiday boutique to Christ Church the first week in November to allow more time for holiday shopping and to avoid conflicts with other Antiquarius events. Antiquarius roars back in early December with the opening cocktail party that introduces the Winter Antiques Show. We’re truly honored to have Bronson Van Wyck, one of the world’s most sought after event planners, join us on center stage as our honorary design chair.”

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WE CAUGHT UP WITH MELISSA LINDSAY AND JILL KAKALETRIS OF PIMLICO INTERIORS AS THEY SET UP SHOP IN WESTPORT

After 18 years in New Canaan, you recently moved to Westport. Why the change? This past spring, we closed the

retail portion of our business to focus fully on our interior design services, and we had a wonderful opportunity to join an emerging design enclave at 1300 Post Road East with neighbors Kohler, Surface, Bird and Lars Bolander. The design community aspect of our new location was a huge draw to us. We’ve always loved the design retail stores and showrooms in Westport, and we’re excited to be just down the street from them all!

above: A vignette at the new Westport Atelier features a Gilles sofa opposite a Gilles

chair and a Maxwell chair, all from the Lillian August for Hickory White Modern Living collection. The artwork is from the Lillian August for Wendover Art collection. below: A peek into the new Westport location.

HOME AGAIN LILLIAN AUGUST returns to its roots

What drew you to your new space? SIR Development created a beautiful commercial area that evokes the feeling of houses. We loved the sense of community among the spaces—it just felt right.

And the luxury of moving into a new building is that there wasn’t much for us to do! Our custom design library fit seamlessly into the new space, and SIR worked with us to create the right design areas within the workspace to fit our needs.

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August customers, and it is natural for the company to have a presence in their town. “We’re excited to be back in Westport in a prime retail location for our target clientele. Bedford Square offers a convenient shopping location that allows us to introduce Lillian August to a wider audience. With our deep roots in Westport, it feels like a homecoming,” says John. Adds Dan, “This new location is absolutely beautiful and offers great exposure for our brand. I raised my family in Westport, and it feels right to have a location in this town that holds such meaning for our company.”

The Westport Atelier offers a curated experience that delivers a boutique approach to the expansive Lillian August design services, which are available at the Lillian August Design Center (the Norwalk flagship location) and the Stamford Warehouse Shop as well as online. The new Westport store showcases a range of home furnishings, accessories and rugs that Lillian August is known for. The bright space feels welcoming and inspiring, embracing the Lillian August philosophy to Love How You Live.® The Lillian August Design Center is just a town over in Norwalk and is still the central location for Lillian August with its vast 100,000-squarefoot space with unparalleled design services and the largest rug gallery in Connecticut. 19 Church Lane, Westport; 203-489-3740; lillianaugust.com

What does your new studio look like? We went with a clean white palette and light floors. We were drawn to the gable roof detail, which offers dramatic ceiling height changes, and skylights that flood the spaces with natural light. Our new location will serve as command central for our design services, so our studio has a designated workspace as well as a design library, which offers a place to meet with clients, architects and builders.

Describe the vibe inside. The tall ceilings, natural light and clean

white palette create a beautiful backdrop for looking at fabrics, drawings and more. Our custom built-in design library and worktables allow all of our samples, fabrics and drawings to be wellorganized and easily accessible. Our new space has a great energy with such an uplifting feeling, and the cross breeze we get from the terrace door being open has been an absolute pleasure!

So what’s next for Pimlico? We’re coming to Westport with excitement and enthusiasm to embrace a new community. Not only does Westport have a wonderful variety of design showrooms and retailers, it’s also a place that is passionate about conservation and the arts. We are incredibly lucky to now have a front row seat to it all! We hope to collaborate with our new neighbors on interesting and educational events, and we’re looking forward to using all of our established resources and finding new, local ones to help service our clients.

1300 Post Road East, Westport; 203-972-8166; pimlicointeriors.com

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an Weiss, CEO, and John Weiss, COO, brothers and co-owners of the well-established Norwalkbased Lillian August Furnishings + Design, have recently opened the company’s new WESTPORT ATELIER in Bedford Square.

The new atelier is primely situated off Bedford Square in a light-filled, open layout with 3,300 square feet of retail space. Lillian August has a deep history in Westport—the company opened its first ever showroom on Westport’s Main Street back when the company first opened thirty years ago. Westport residents have always been loyal Lillian

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U pop- P restaurant the making of a

Rooms with a View celebrates 25 years with the ultimate vignette— a pop-up restaurant aptly named THE HADLEY

A Night at the Hadley—November 9

As you mix and mingle with industry peers, you’ll enjoy delectable bites by the James Beard Award-winning celebrity chef JJ Johnson from his new Harlem restaurant FIELDTRIP and sip handcrafted cocktails by Justin Pasha and his team from The Cup Bearer. You’ll also get a sneak peek of the twelve designer vignettes during a private tour with your host, Amy Vischio of athome.

See more about RWAV on the opposite page.

a one-night-only experience of food, drink + design T H E P O P ( U P ) S TA R P L AY E R S

CHRISTIAN P. ARKAY-LELIEVER

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Step inside...a chic, custom-designed “restaurant” created by the innovative designer.

Sip…handcrafted cocktails from the master mixologist and his team from The Cup Bearer.

Sample…delectable bites by the celebrity chef from his new Harlem restaurant FIELDTRIP.

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RSVP DETAILS What: A Night at the Hadley When: Saturday, November 9, 2019 Time: 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Where: 524 Pequot Avenue, Southport Why: Network with the trade, indulge in

delicious food and drinks, and turn unforgettable moments into Instagrammable memories while supporting a great cause— all proceeds from the event go to the new RWAV/New York School of Interior Design Scholarship Fund.

Cost: $40/ticket available for purchase at roomswithaview.org or at the door.

SUPPORTING CAST Event Sponsor: HiveBrand / Event Media Sponsor: athome magazine / Show Sponsors: Presenting Design Sponsor: Waterworks Supporting Design Sponsors: Circa Lighting, Farrow & Ball, Donghia, Stark Carpet, Williams Sonoma Home, Kenneth Lynch & Sons athomefc.com

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PHOTOGRAPHY: CHRISTIAN P. ARKAY-LELIEVER: JOHN GIAMMATTEO; JUSTIN PASHA: DANIEL RECKONS; JJ JOHNSON: CHRISTINA CHI CRAIG

Rooms with a View (RWAV) and athome invite the trade community to A Night at the Hadley, a one-night-only experience of networking, food, drink and design. Named in honor of Albert Hadley, the founder of RWAV, the Hadley is a pop-up restaurant created by award-winning designer Christian P. Arkay-Leliever in celebration of RWAV’s 25th anniversary. The space will bring an elegant, modern twist to the historic Southport Congregational Church.

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A Peek into “Rooms” ROOMS WITH A VIEW COMBINES GOOD DESIGN WITH A GOOD CAUSE, THANKS TO DESIGNER ALBERT HADLEY

PHOTOGRAPHY: FRAN MCMULLEN

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ounded by world-renowned designer Albert Hadley, Rooms with a View (RWAV) is one of the most anticipated design events in Fairfield County.

Each year, the multi-day affair showcases the talent of twelve accomplished designers from Fairfield County and the New York area who are invited to create six-by-eight vignettes that are staged in the historic Southport Congregational Church. Since its debut in 1995, the event has raised more than $1.6 million for a host of local charities.

RWAV kicks off with a gala on November 7, followed by a weekend of special events.

Other can’t-miss stops include The Shops

at RWAV, featuring decorative accessories, crafts and antiques, and the Hadley Café, offering a light lunch menu, sweet treats and drinks.

The Story Behind RWAV

In the 1980s and early ’90s, the Southport Antiques Show was Southport Congregational Church’s long-running fundraiser. By 1993, a new charitable concept emerged—a soundbite version of a designer showhouse that would connect designers with potential clients and serve as a resource for furnishings, fixtures, paint and art.

Albert Hadley, who had a weekend house in Southport, was a member of the church and a tireless participant. As the design director for RWAV, the show’s calling card and its honorary chairman, Hadley carefully chose and personally invited the participating

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designers. He had an eye for spotting talent early on, and the RWAV alumni list includes many designers at the very beginning of what later became celebrated careers. See page 31 for more information about RWAV, and visit roomswithaview.org for a full calendar and to purchase tickets.

above: Bunny Williams and Albert Hadley in her RWAV

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standing: Cheryl Russ, Karen Bow, Charles Hilton, Jay Valade, Michelle Morgan Harrison, George Snead, Douglas VanderHorn, Colin McCabe, William Malmstedt, David LoCascio, Kel Tyler, Scott Specht, Richard Swann, Scott Springer, Gabriella Albini, Don Kirmizi, John Weiss seated: William Earls, CarmiĂąa Roth, Amy Zolin, Amy Aidinis Hirsch, Denise Davies, Amy Vischio, Jane Green, Lauren Fetterman, Edward Siegel, Diana Byrne, Rosalia Sanni, Mahdad Saniee, Alexis Varbero, Joelle Jarvis athomefc.com

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BRIAN SAWYER

SAWYER|BERSON sawyerberson.com

Ten years ago, I was…Steering our firm through the recession with my partner, John.

How my work has evolved over the past decade…It’s bolder, more contemporary.

The advice I would give my younger self is…Don’t stop!

JANE GREEN

My last meal would be…A bowl of cacio e pepe and a margarita.

Ten years ago, I was…Still at a time in my life where I thought everything was easy and life was only going to get better and better.

How my work has evolved over the past decade…I’m more and more interested in film and television, in storytelling mediums other than novels.

The advice I would give my younger self is…Your life is going to be happier and more peaceful than you could ever imagine, so relax and stop striving so hard.

How I unwind…By lying in bed with a good book, a few cats, a cup of tea and a good man.

My last meal would be…Croissants from Sift in Mystic, cheese from the Darien Cheese shop and chocolate from England.

The kind of work I’d do for free…

Almost everything. I’m very cheap, particularly when it’s doing something I enjoy.

How I made my first dollar…I had a Saturday job for a fashion store in London called Browns in South Molton Street.

Last show I binge-watched…

Fleabag, season 2. I have now watched it three times.

If I could live in a foreign city, it would be…London. Because I’m missing home.

How I take my coffee…Black, no sugar.

I love collaborating with…Anyone who is creative, generous and funny.

My dream project would be…

Collaborating with a creative, generous, funny friend in writing a screenplay of one of my books.

My favorite creation thus far…

Table for One, my twenty-first novel that I am finishing now.

It’s said that genius is 1 percent inspiration and 99 percent perspiration. That ratio for me is…

Slightly different. I believe genius/ success requires a PhD: persistence, humility and discipline.

What’s next…Turning Table for One into a screenplay.

The work I’d do for free…Working with community gardens throughout the city. It’s a great way to get involved with local issues that are important to the city’s quality of life, and given how much value business owners reap from New York City, it’s a great way for us to reurn some of that value back.

How I made my first dollar…Ironing shirts for my mother.

Last show I binge-watched…Versailles.

If I could live in a foreign city, it would be…Rome, for its deep history and civility of lifestyle.

I take my coffee…Black...in Rome.

I love collaborating with…Artisans and makers who specialize in unique objects and finishes.

My dream project would be…A robber baron-style ballroom in New York City.

My favorite creation thus far…

Sawyer|Berson itself! It’s been my delight and a privilege to guide our talented staff toward realizing beautiful designs. We keep surprising ourselves with what we’re able to accomplish, and I don’t see that ending any time soon.

It’s said that genius is 1 percent inspiration and 99 percent perspiration. That ratio for me is…50/50. Inspiration is equally important because it occurs throughout the design process, not just at the outset.

What’s next…Nothing I can share just yet! But 2020 is already shaping up to be full of fantastic new ventures and opportunities for Sawyer|Berson.

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JANE GREEN: JERRI GRAHAM PHOTOGRAPHY; BRIAN SAWYER: BOBBY DOHERTY

AUTHOR janegreen.com

Ten years ago, we were…In a garden office that was hardly big enough for the two of us and a junior designer.

How our work has evolved over the past decade…Our work has become richer and gained greater clarity, while maintaining the same focus on comfortable, livable chic.

The advice we would give our younger selves is…Be patient.

How we unwind…Spending time at our home in Dutchess County, New York.

Our last meal would be…Pasta and red wine at Bella Blu. The kind of work we’d do for free…

Design showhouses benefitting charitable organizations such as the Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club.

How we made our first dollar…

Interning at Aero Studios and Modern Bride magazine.

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JESSE CARRIER AND MARA MILLER: SANG AN; EDWARD SIEGEL: AARON TREDWELL FOR COOPER ROBERTSON

CARRIER AND COMPANY carrierandcompany.com

EDWARD SIEGEL

EDWARD SIEGEL ARCHITECT edwardsiegelarchitects.com

Last show we binge-watched…

The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.

If we could live in a foreign country, it would be…Denmark, because we love Danish style and their health care plan!

How we take our coffee…Cream and sugar.

We love collaborating with…

Our wonderful clients, our partners at Century Furniture, Visual Comfort, and Lee Jofa, and all of our wonderful tradesmen, craftsmen and resources who make what we do possible.

Our dream project would be…

A boutique hotel in an historic New York City building.

Our favorite creation thus far…

Our 13- and 9-year-olds, Jack and Natalie, who are our reason for doing everything we do.

It’s said that genius is 1 percent inspiration and 99 percent perspiration. That ratio for us is…1 percent inspiration, 20 percent caffeine, 30 percent process, 20 percent experimentation and 29 percent research.

What’s next…An Upper East Side townhouse, a Shelter Island retreat, fabrics for Lee Jofa, more to come from our partners at Visual Comfort and Century and, hopefully, a nap!

Ten years ago, I was…The business partner of Jaquelin T. Robertson, FAIA, FAICP. Together we designed luxury residential houses, small specialty buildings and master planned mixeduse communities. I was also branching out on my own by designing my own luxury residential apartment and house projects in New York and the Bahamas.

The kind of work I’d do for free…

I’ve volunteered as the co-chair of the AIA NY Chapter’s Interiors Committee since November 2011. It’s been a rewarding experience getting to further know my professional community by creating design-oriented tours, panel discussions, lectures, exhibits and other events.

How my work has evolved over the past decade…Shortly after Jaquelin T. Robertson retired, I opened up my own firm, Edward Siegel Architect, continuing my work on luxury residential and small specialty buildings.

How I made my first dollar…I was a short order cook at a delicatessen.

Last show I binge-watched…HBO’s Succession. It’s well-written, well-acted, has great production design and is frighteningly realistic.

If I could live in a foreign city, it would be…Given my predilection for beautiful cities, I could easily live in London.

The advice I would give my younger self is…You can’t help being unduly influenced by the firms you work at; therefore, only choose the best.

How I take my coffee…With a little half-and-half.

How I unwind…I’m fortunate enough to own a cottage in Sag Harbor, New York, where my life partner and I enjoy the benefits of “country” living on the weekends.

I love collaborating with…Talented decorators. They bring a different expertise and viewpoint to our residential projects, which guarantees a beautiful result.

My last meal would be…

A smorgasbord of dishes prepared with truffles and foie gras.

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My dream project would be…I’ve been fortunate enough to work on many dream projects during my career and am happy to work on any project of any size.

My favorite creation thus far…

Is a recreation center for a private estate in Upstate New York. It included an indoor tennis court and pool, an exercise room, two bowling alleys, a media room, billiards and ping-pong table room, wine cellar, massage/ sauna/steam spa and the renovation of an existing stable into a family library.

It’s said that genius is 1 percent inspiration and 99 percent perspiration. That ratio for me is…

There’s no doubt that architectural projects require a lot of work.

Nevertheless, every decision along the way is influenced by the design concept along with the client’s requirements.

Inspiration is always front and center.

What’s next…Hopefully, a call from whomever is reading this feature, requesting us to design a fabulous new project.

KEITH WILLIAMS

NIEVERA WILLIAMS nieverawilliams.com Ten years ago…Our firm consisted of seven employees. Today we have twenty talented senior and junior associates.

JENNIFER POST

JENNIFER POST DESIGN jenniferpostdesign.com Ten years ago, I was…Working at my design firm in New York, while also traveling as much as I could. I was in Africa with the animals, riding around Morocco on the back of a motorcycle, hiking the Rockies and sleeping under the stars. I chose to travel to purposefully inform and inspire my designs, especially in my early years.

I discovered vibrant colors and fabrics in places like India and Vietnam and allowed those inspirations to fuse with my own experiences growing up in the states.

The advice I would give my younger self is…Make goals for yourself and don’t be afraid to dream.

How I unwind…A little R&R on the beach at the Soho Beach House in Miami.

My last meal would be…My wife’s Sunday sauce.

The kind of work I’d do for free…

I serve on the Executive Board of Directors for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County and the Board of Governors for the Historical Society of Palm Beach County. I’m a huge preservationist, and I love giving back to my community and to the people who need it most.

How my work has evolved over the past decade…It has always evolved based on my experiences. The more I experience, the more I grow as an artist. Looking back, I can say that my work started with sisal rugs and classic contemporary furniture, soft creams and white fabrics. As I have grown over the years, it has slowly evolved to a soft contemporary, very warm and family friendly. You can have your elegant, contemporary home, and the family and kids can enjoy it, too.

How I made my first dollar…With a paper route on my bike. I think I lasted two days….

Last show I binge-watched…Downton Abbey.

The advice I would give my younger self is…Don’t take it all so seriously when you have the talent.

If I could live in a foreign country, it would be…Italy for the beautiful light, architecture and amazing food!

How I unwind…Spending time in nature, hiking, skiing, being in the ocean, visiting with my friends and family.

How I take my coffee…Black with one sweetener.

I love collaborating with…Interior designers and architects. Ideas become well-thought-out and perfectly executed.

My last meal would be…Really great Indian food.

The kind of work I’d do for free…

I would work with animal preservations, especially in Africa. Working with animals is so fulfilling, and it’s extremely important to conserve endangered species. I have done this throughout my life when I’m traveling and here in the city.

My dream project would be…

Budget-less!

My favorite creation thus far…I have many, but one that comes to mind is a private garden I did with a very good friend of mine for his new Bermudastyle house in Palm Beach.

How I made my first dollar…

Technically, I made my first dollar lifeguarding during the summer at my neighborhood pool in Ohio.

It’s said that genius is 1 percent inspiration and 99 percent perspiration. That ratio for me is…99.9 percent perspiration.

What’s next…I’m currently working on my book, which is scheduled to launch this spring!

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Last show I binge-watched…I don’t watch TV, really, at all. When I’m home, I spend time talking to friends and family on the phone. I also love good films and especially documentaries.

I recently enjoyed Jane by Brett Morgen based on Jane Goodall’s life and writings.

If I could live in a foreign country, it would be…Italy, because of the relaxing nature of the culture. I have always dreamed of living in Europe.

How I take my coffee…With a little bit of cream, normally almond milk.

I love collaborating with…

My incredible design team whom I have grown over the past twenty years. They know my design style and language. Also, the incredible trade workers who are so essential to every project. The network of people whom I’ve been working with for my entire career have become family to me. I also love collaborating with great architects around the world.

My dream project would be…Another home in the Caribbean. I learned so much during a project I recently completed in Mustique and fell in love with the beautiful islands in that region.

My favorite creation thus far…Other than my incredible design firm, it would have to be that recently completed project in the Caribbean.

It’s said that genius is 1 percent inspiration and 99 percent perspiration. That ratio for me is…

99 percent inspiration and 1 percent perspiration, simply because I never feel like I’m working when I’m designing.

Because the process is so fun to me, I don’t sweat it.

What’s next…I have a lot of things coming up! My second book was published in September—it showcases monumental projects from the past few years. I’m also launching a new product line coming out soon.

KEITH WILLIAMS: MATEO INNOCENTI/MIP STUDIO; JENNIFER POST: COURTESY OF JENNIFER POST

How my work has evolved over the past decade…It concentrates more on sustainability and has become much more spread out through the country and overseas.

Ten years ago, I was…In an engineering firm trying to build a high design practice where aesthetics didn’t matter, and it was like pushing a boulder up the hill; Sisyphus was a daily reality. Starting Land Morphology with stronger values is the best thing I ever did in my career.

RICHARD HARTLAGE

LAND MORPHOLOGY landmorphology.com

The kind of work I’d do for free…

Working with my neighbors on their gardens, because community is essential to a happy and satisfying life.

How I made my first dollar…

Propagating plants at Montrose, a mail-order nursery.

Last show I binge-watched…Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat.

How my work has evolved over the past decade…From a single practitioner to a collaborative firm of fifteen people. The designs are becoming more refined and more intricate with the variety of voices at the table from within the firm.

If I could live in a foreign country, it would be…Northern England, because I love Yorkshire with its mild climate, tradition of stone architecture, agrarian setting and sheep in the pastures.

The advice I would give my younger self is…Be bold, and think big. Being timid doesn’t get you anywhere.

How I take my coffee…Cold brew with skim milk, year-round.

How I unwind…Traveling to see design, architecture and gardens, walking my miniature schnauzers, Jupiter and Pluto, working in my garden, cooking for friends and laughing around the dinner table.

I love collaborating with…The fourteen people I work with every day. We have grown this practice by adding highly intelligent people who love making gardens. Each person has a different talent and is emotionally intelligent.

Everybody has a different voice and contributes. We are like a well-rounded choir.

My last meal would be…Tomato broth with Pernod, salmon and grapefruit salad on a bed of Belgian endive, and berries grown here in the Pacific Northwest over lemon curd.

RICHARD HARTLAGE: DEREK REEVES; JAMES AMAN AND JOHN MEEKS: KAREN FUCHS

Currently on our radar...We were recently featured in Galerie magazine.

The project, a waterfront Palm Beach residence, showcases our signature A&M transitional style and some really amazing artwork.

When we need inspiration...We look around near and far. From our New York City surroundings to traveling abroad, there is always something or someone of inspiration. Relaxing helps, too!

What motivates us...Our clients and the trust they put in us. It’s important to us that our clients love the end result and that they’re involved in the design process.

Our motto in life...You can’t take things too seriously. It sounds cliché, but it’s so true.

JAMES AMAN & JOHN MEEKS

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My dream project would be…A twenty-acre mixed-use project in Los Angeles, embedded in a garden. The garden would be multi-level, with a hotel, permanent residences, retail space and offices. People would mix and the energy level would grow and subside with each day, all in a verdant setting.

My favorite creation thus far…

Silas Mountsier’s garden in Nutley, New Jersey. I’ve been working on it for twenty years. It formed my ideas about making gardens, and it’s the perfect combination of new and old—it remains absolutely fresh.

It’s said that genius is 1 percent inspiration and 99 percent perspiration. That ratio for me is…5 percent inspiration and 95 percent perspiration. Great design is only possible with organization and discipline.

What’s next…Teaching landscape architecture at the University of Washington, more books, two more offices and keeping an open heart and mind.

Favorite guilty pleasure...Dare we say TV? Sometimes old movies, the classics, and sometimes reality TV. We won’t mention any specific shows here!

What we always splurge on...Travel.

We went to Holland recently—we had never been, and it was amazing. It was one of our favorite trips of all time so far.

We could talk for hours about...

Music, design, art, architecture and theater. These are the things that ignite our creativity, make us happy and inspire us every day!

What’s next...We’re working on a house in Aspen, Colorado, a house in Sagaponack, New York, and a Park Avenue apartment. Although they’re very different projects, they have their challenges and distinctive design aesthetics.

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TENTH ANNUAL A-List Awards 2019 edited by NATHAN TAVARES, JILL JOHNSON, JUDY OSTROW AND LAUREN FETTERMAN

Welcome home... …to stunning facades, chic entryways, luxurious living spaces, standout kitchens, serene master suites, lush landscapes and more. Celebrating the best of design in Fairfield County and beyond, the A-List Awards is your annual design directory.

Whether you’re looking for inspiration or a design pro to work with on your next project, you will find plenty of both in the next 103 pages, where we showcase all eighty projects that wowed the judges this year. So turn the page to dive into the 2019 A-List winners and finalists. And if you’re a professional coveting a win in 2020, the time to plan is now—the call for entries will be here soon!

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SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR A-LIST JUDGES AND EMCEE

2019 PANEL OF JUDGES

JENNIFER POST Jennifer Post Design

JESS CARRIER Carrier and Company

JOHN MEEKS Aman & Meeks

JAMES AMAN Aman & Meeks

BRIAN SAWYER Sawyer | Berson

EDWARD SIEGEL Edward Siegel Architect

THE EMCEE JANE GREEN

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MARA MILLER Carrier and Company

KEITH WILLIAMS Nievera Williams

RICHARD HARTLAGE Land Morphology

WINNER athome magazine A-List Awards 2019

bath design: trad / classic

CHARLES HILTON ARCHITECTS

Centered Space F

or this Greenwich en-suite master bathroom designed by Charles Hilton Architects, architectural elements like the stunning millwork and cove ceiling lend the space a sense of grandeur. Despite its limited footprint, this bath offers ample space while serving double duty as a functioning bathroom and as a circulation link between the master bedroom and nearby walk-in closet. The solution was to cast the arched tub niche as the star of the show, with the rest of the floor plan radiating outwards from this central spot. Flanking the tub are his and hers water closets with oval feature windows and opaque, patterned glass walls that face the tub to flood the space with natural light even when the doors are closed.

Mirroring the three-part harmony of the tub and water closet layout, two custom vanities sit across from the tub on either side of the door to the master closet. The gray-hued vanities seem to flow effortlessly from the paneled walls and the custom built-in medicine cabinets. Polished nickel fixtures by Waterworks add glints of light, and octagonal drawer pulls on the vanities subtly echo the geometric pattern of the gleaming grayscale stone tile floor. Rather than a blinding palette of white, the inclusion of grays in the stone floor, the shower tiles and the walls of the water closets adds a sense of depth and play off the changing shadows found in this serene space.

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ALL PHOTOGRAPHS BY ROBERT BENSON PHOTOGRAPHY EXCEPT FOR EXTERIOR WINDOW PHOTOGRAPH BY NICHOLAS ROTONDI PHOTOGRAPHY

left: The tub niche and his and hers water closets, all with ample windows, infuse the space with natural light. this page (clockwise from top right): The custom vanities are fitted with polished nickel fixtures from Waterworks; the glass-walled shower enclosure is accented by a frosted-glass feature window; viewed from the exterior, the water closet feature windows are surrounded by radially cut and hand-finished voussoirs; the scale of the geometric floor tile pattern helps disguise the room’s restrained size.

Architect Charles Hilton Architects Greenwich; 203-489-3800 hiltonarchitects.com General Contractor Significant Homes, LLC New Canaan; 203-966-5700 significanthomesllc.com Interior Designer Toni Gallagher Interiors Vero Beach, FL 914-522-7697 tonigallagherinteriors.com Stone and Tile Fordham Marble Stamford; 203-348-5088 fordhammarble.com Millwork Attila Milak, LLC Danbury; 914-426-2648

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WINNER athome magazine A-List Awards 2019

bath design: transitional / modern

KAREN BOW INTERIORS

Chic Contrast

opposite: A custom vanity, housed in one of the paneled nooks, is paired with a shield mirror by Gubi. this page (clockwise from top left): The graphic stone shower wall by Stepping Stones Marble & Granite sets the tone for this master bath; the matte black soaking tub is primed for taking in the view; the brass shower fixtures are from Kallista; matte black porcelain tile backs the vanity nooks; the custom iron-and-glass shower enclosure offers a seamless entry.

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ou might be hard-pressed to pick a single favorite element in this striking master bath. Maybe it’s the abstract floral wallpaper, the hidden vanity nooks, or the palette that’s a study in contrasts. For designer Karen Bow, the highlight of this retreat is the “Dark and Stormy” shower wall that sets the tone for the design.

The captivating stone with an energetic interplay of black and white hues is a balance of fine art and function. The book-matched marble is encased by a custom iron-andglass enclosure, which creates a mini sanctuary within the greater bathroom oasis with that focal wall inside. The freestanding enclosure houses the shower area—including a generous rain shower from the ceiling—with brass fixtures and walls of matte black porcelain tile. The aesthetic as a whole is a mix of masculine and feminine details.

Oak-paneled nooks house matching custom vanities with feminine touches like brass hardware, with graceful shield mirrors and brass sconces gleaming from the matte black porcelain tile walls. The oak panels aren’t just decorative but hide custom medicine cabinets for the homeowners to stash their essentials. Nestled inside a large nook with an oversize picture window, a matte black tub is an island on the white marble floor and perfectly sited for taking in the view. Though the color palette is predominantly black and white, the touches of wood and brass infuse the space with a sense of warmth, and the abstract flower motif wallpaper completes the dramatic look.

PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Karen Bow Interiors Darien; 914-953-1517 karenbow.com Architect Vicente-Burin Architects Fairfield 203-319-9571 vbarchitect.com Builder E.R.I. Building & Design Darien; 203-655-6952 eribuild.com Cabinetmaker Art Tyrrell Highland Woodcraft 203-758-6625 Stone Source Everest Marble Norwalk 203-956-7428 everestmarblect.com Stone Fabricator Stepping Stones Marble & Granite Norwalk 203-854-0552 classicstones.com

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CLARITY HOME INTERIORS

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ool houses, like this winning design by Clarity Home Interiors for a Darien family, are a chance to let loose a little with unfussy design decisions. While the main residence leans to the traditional side, this pool house flirts with a more modern and younger vibe, beckoning the family and their guests to lounge by the water. The design team played with dimensions to lend the smaller space a light and open feel. Instead of creating a longer structure that would encroach on the backyard, the team reached for height with a vaulted ceiling that lends the pool house a sense of grandeur. Two oversize features also link this space to the adjacent home: a two-story fireplace with a custom outdoor grill and lighting, and a large pergola that softens the pool house’s front architecture.

Originally, the large pergola was meant to shelter a dining area, though the homeowners soon found themselves gravitating to the pool house as a more casual hangout spot. The team moved the more formal dining area to the stately pergola outside the main home and decked out the exterior of the pool house with Janus et Cie pieces that are a breezy spin on sophistication.

While the inside of the main home adds bold patterns and colors to the mix, past the oversize French doors of the pool house you’ll find a muted interior. The small kitchen, changing area and bathroom are awash in soft grays, from the porcelain floors to the shiplap walls. The design of this pool house hits a high note by offering a getaway that doesn’t steal attention from the landscape and the pool paradise outside.

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PROFESSIONALS Builder Bob Fieber The Fieber Group New Canaan; 203-972-4975 fiebergroup.com

Architect Ed Clemente Fairfield; 203-254-1060

Landscape Architect for Pool Kristen M. Andronowitz

Landscape Design/Build for Gardens and Beds Wesley Rouse Pine Meadow Gardens Southbury 203-264-6066

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Interior Designer Amy Zolin Clarity Home Interiors Greenwich; 203-340-2468 clarityhomeinteriors.com

New Canaan; 203-966-5080

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pool house: transitional / modern SANIEE ARCHITECTS LLC

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PROFESSIONALS Architect Saniee Architects LLC Greenwich 203-625-9308 sanieearchitects.com General Contractor Duce Construction Corporation New York City 212-316-2400 ducecc.com

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ahdad Saniee of Saniee Architects LLC counts the automated sliding glass doors as his favorite feature of this pool house that he designed for Greenwich homeowners. Deceptively simple, the sleek doors exemplify the design goal as a whole. With no threshold to separate the pool house and the patio, the space flows seamlessly from inside to outside. Since the homeowners planned to use the pool house year-round, Saniee had to dream up a structure that would feel integrated into the outdoors but also work as a purely indoor space for eating and entertaining when the glass doors are closed. His solution is a play of opposites: the hard Italian limestone of the patio and the stone walls contrasted with the soft water, the balance of shade and sunlight, the use of public spaces for entertaining and private spaces for changing. Take

a gander at the stunning overhanging roof that’s angled upwards with interior skylights that flood the space with sunlight. The light fixtures arranged in narrow rows on the underside of the roof also mimic the sunlight and provide a gentle glow that won’t blind guests in the evening.

The glass walls, too, expand the space into the rolling landscape beyond and prevent the homeowners from feeling boxed in when they lounge among the low, earth-toned furnishings. On the flip side of this openness, Saniee knew what to camouflage. Two stone boxes—dramatically up-lit in the evenings—bookend the glass pavilion and hide the changing room and storage space on one end, and pool equipment in the other. The masterful mix of the dualities make for a poolside oasis the homeowners will enjoy all year long.

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opposite: The pool house is aglow with custom light fixtures. this page (clockwise from top left): The angled roof creates an open-canopy feel, with the outdoor shower fixtures glinting from the dark stone wall; a view of storage and concealed doors to the changing room; glass walls contribute to the feeling of openness; automated sliding doors have no step or sill; the pool house is designed for all-season use.

Architect Charles Hilton Architects Greenwich; 203-489-3800 hiltonarchitects.com General Contractor Significant Homes, LLC New Canaan; 203-966-5700

significanthomesllc.com Interior Designer Toni Gallagher Interiors Vero Beach, FL 914-522-7697 tonigallagherinteriors.com Stone and Tile Fordham Marble Stamford; 203-348-5088 fordhammarble.com

Millwork Attila Milak, LLC Danbury; 914-426-2648

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ith any little luck, visitors to this waterfront oasis will wander the grounds when the sun lingers by the horizon, casting golden light on the swathes of native grasses and trees that frame views of Long Island Sound. Originally, this plot of land sat between the clients’ existing home and the Sound, and Glengate Company dreamed up a solution to marry the separate parcels into a cohesive whole. But that journey was not without its uphill climb, as the team had to navigate a grade change of over twenty feet from the clients’ home to the shoreline. Proving that less is often more, they removed a 1950s home from the site, along with select trees in poor health, to boost the water views, while incorporating existing retaining walls into the final design.

The design as a whole is a journey from the more formal landscaping by the clients’ home to a stone terrace and fire pit via a series of herbaceous plantings and a weaving turf path, and finally to the sea grass and rock formations at the water’s edge. Adirondack chairs ring a stone circle that’s home to a cozy fire pit, situated low enough to not impede water views from the main home. This outdoor living room actually sits atop the team’s favorite aspect of the project and an important ask by the clients— a kayak storage area a stone’s throw from the water. Invisible from both the main house and the fire pit, reclaimed wood doors welcome the waterweary to stash kayaks for the day, and an outdoor shower and a bench made from stone found on the site are perfect for a rinse.

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Sound Decisions

left: Leading from the main residence, turf paths weave through plantings to the entertainment areas and the shore below. this page (clockwise from top left): A kayak storage area with reclaimed wood doors sits beneath a fire pit and seating area that overlooks Long Island Sound; the fire pit was situated low so as not to block views from the main house; a gentle path leads through plantings to the seating area; large existing trees were saved to create framed vistas to the Sound from the main house; a bench made of stone recovered at the site sits by the outdoor shower.

PROFESSIONALS Landscape Designer/ Builder/Contractor Cheryl Russ and Jim Altum, Designers Ted Sonntag, Project Manager Glengate Company Wilton; 203-762-2000 glengatecompany.com

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he heart of this project is a balancing act of time periods. The nearly two-and-a-half-acre plot of land is home to the historic Buttonwood Farm, which dates back to 1770, and a newer home built in 2013 that was attached to the existing Colonial house. When new owners—a family with three children under the age of 4—purchased the home, they tasked Rosalia Sanni Design with delivering a refreshed landscape that honors the past but is rooted in the present.

For starters, Sanni knew that she had to restore to health and maximize the views of the mature legacy trees, including a linden, a horse chestnut and a rare yellow magnolia. But the two new patios prove that the space is not just a static museum to nature.

One solid bluestone patio beckons the family outside, serving as an al fresco dining room and spot for large gatherings, with an oversize farm table and a grill. Across a lawn path of stone pavers, an outdoor living room with a fire pit and oversize seating sits on patterned bluestone in a sea of gravel. The gray-and-blue palette of both patios is a cool counterpoint to the lush green of the lawn and the nearby evergreen Japanese holly hedging, boxwood globes and oakleaf hydrangea. At the front of the house, the unassuming gravel driveway and subdued façade plantings highlight a restored mammoth copper beech tree. Another treat on the property is easy to miss—by design. Shrouded from view by mature trees, a “secret” fenced-in cutting garden overflows with flowers for breezy bouquets.

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Past Perfect

PROFESSIONALS Landscape Designer Rosalia Sanni Design Old Greenwich 203-918-4619 rosaliasanni.com Masonry and Site Work Ottavio’s Custom Stonework Easton; 203-767-3948

Landscape Contractor Plantscapes, Inc. Fairfield; 203-382-0335 plantscapesorganics.com Tree Care Bartlett Tree Experts Stamford; 203-327-9378 bartlett.com

opposite: The dining patio is planted with London plane trees, planting beds and controlled hedges. this page (clockwise from top left): The approach showcases a restored copper beech tree; bluestone pavers sit between the dining and fire pit areas; the custom fire pit is clad in bluestone to match; the “secret” cutting garden in bloom.

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PROFESSIONALS Architect Douglas VanderHorn Architects Greenwich 203-622-7000 vanderhornarchitects.com

Interior Designer Amy Aidinis Hirsch Interior Design Greenwich; 203-661-1266 amyhirsch.com

Builder/Contractor Significant Homes, LLC New Canaan 203-966-5700 significanthomesllc.com

Lighting Consultant Patdo Light Studio Port Chester, NY 914-937-6707 patdolight.com

A/V Consultant InnerSpace Electronics Mt. Kisco, NY 914-937-9700 innerspaceelectronics.com

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opposite: Wide V-groove boarding is mitered at the ceiling of the dining room. Tall French doors open onto the rear terrace. above: The formal dining room with contemporary styling quietly incorporates classical detailing at the pilastered elliptical opening and the paneled fireplace with its sinuous bolection surround and mantel shelf. The more modern plaster light fixture by Stephen Antonson is beautifully offset by the Trove wallpaper enveloping the room.

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he owners of this new Classical Revival home moved from backcountry to be closer to town and the water, and the lure of the Sound is reflected in this inviting dining room. Douglas VanderHorn Architects’ impactful layout for the house captures the sightline of the water, creating a backdrop for Amy Aidinis Hirsch’s design concept. “As a central core of the house and the first impression as one enters the home, I wanted the dining room to set the tone for the interiors,” says Hirsch, who began the design project with this room.

While the overall architecture and details of their new home are classic, the homeowners wanted to push the interiors in a different direction than they had been living with in the past. This room is a study in the mix of formality

and informality and how the two can co-exist cohesively and achieve the goal of comfortable, easy living.

The surroundings outside drove the color scheme, with pops of calming blues inspired by the sea. The Trove wallpaper, featuring vines that appear to grow from the ceiling, adds old-world charm to the more modern plaster light fixture by artisan Stephen Antonson. A custom light blue jute area rug covers the wide plank European white oak floors, and meticulous millwork details abound. With one of the clients standing six-foot-seven, proportion was an important consideration. “There is a constant reminder in every selection to ensure personal comfort as well as scale for the spaces the pieces will reside in,” says Hirsch.

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his 1902 cottage had undergone many additions and splicing of its floor plan over the years, and its new owners wished to transform it into a town home. When architect Richard Swann came on board, the house had vinyl siding with an asphalt roof and vinyl replacement windows; the interiors had been diced up into many rooms; and the property had a narrow, shared alleyway access in the back. The goal was to retain the eclectic character of the original home while elevating it from its workingclass past to match the gentrifying neighborhood. The owners wanted an updated interior with open, airy, sunlit spaces for informal living.

The renovation included a proper eat-in kitchen/gathering room, sixteen-foot-wide gliding French doors that lead to an exterior terrace for outdoor dining and socializing, a proper master suite with ample closet

space, and guest bedrooms for college-age children. A rear car court offers access to a basement-level two-car garage tucked under the wooden terrace, which is screened from adjacent houses by an arbor/trellis above. The clever design creates an outdoor “room” and incorporates a two-car garage into the home that was nearly at the maximum coverage permitted by the town.

The street frontage retains a traditional feel, with its columned porch, wood shingle roof, wooden clapboards, Marvin windows, sheltering roof lines and attic dormers, while the rear adds coveted car space and al fresco dining on the terrace. As a delightful counterpoint, the open interior, accented with the owners’ collection of contemporary art and furniture offset by the black-framed, mullioned replacement windows, is a breath of fresh air from the compartmentalized, outdated original home.

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Elevated Living

PROFESSIONALS Architect/Interior Architect Richard Swann Architect Fairfield 203-255-6778 swannarchitect.com General Contractor Jay Ross Greenwich Realty Development 203-622-0005 greenwichrealty development.houzz.com

opposite: The newly renovated home features a new wood shingle roof, wooden clapboards and Marvin windows. The inset photo, taken just after the house was purchased, shows the vinyl siding and plastic replacement windows. above: The new front room has all new Marvin sashes, and a new cased opening creates an open flow to the living room. right: The kitchen/gathering room was placed in a new addition, replacing the original bumpout, with French doors on the right leading to the new terrace. below: The “before” inset photo shows an earlier addition with a flat roof at the second floor and an even earlier gable roof addition at the attic level.

The “after” photo shows the car court, looking back at the garage doors, with the terrace and arbor/trellis above.

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renovation PROFESSIONALS Architect Saniee Architects LLC Greenwich; 203-625-9308 sanieearchitects.com

Landscape Architect Rosalia Sanni Design Greenwich; 203-918-4619 rosaliasanni.com

Builder PDB Construction Seymour; 203-231-0274

Landscape Designer George Bridge Landscape Design Greenwich; 301-482-2128 georgebridgeboxwoods.com

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his monumental project by Saniee Architects LLC proves that renovations are often a dance between what to restore and what to reimagine. This grand Tudor residence designed by famed New York City architects Henry Pelton and William Neil Smith in the early 1900s needed restoration, updates for a modern family of six—including a link to the existing detached garage—and a private backyard. From the entrance, you’ll spot the careful preservation of historical details of the woodwork, including the ornate banister and ceiling beams. Just beyond, the design enters the modern age in the new kitchen and family area. Both spaces were not only updated with plenty of storage and marble surfaces, but the removal of existing outdated features allowed for the expansion of the areas.

Elsewhere, the team created new functional spaces by reworking previously disused parts of the house, like extending the basement to create a private guest space. They also knocked down walls in the attic to create a wide playroom for the children. Much-needed updates to the structure included replacing windows with modern options that tied into the aesthetic of the exterior and installing new mechanical systems. Outside, the team tackled a steep drop from the home leading to a previously unusable part of the property by reimagining it as a private oasis. A new pool and deck grace the property, with the area shrouded in privacy by the connecting breezeway that leads from the existing house to the newer garage. As a whole, the design balances modern sensibilities with a historical heart.

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opposite: The renovated exterior now has a new pool and private deck area and a breezeway that leads to the detached garage. this page (clockwise from top left): The entryway, with a focus on historical details and lending light to the space; the renovated and restored stair landing with a cozy window seat nook; the new expanded kitchen with a vintage red oven from France; the renovated and restored exterior.

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opposite: A comfy reading nook is just outside the child’s bedroom. above: A graphic 20th-century painting is an eye-catching focal point above the platform bed; artwork titled “Make Love Not War” hangs above vintage shelves; topped with a pillow in an Hermès fabric, this midcentury settee launched the design concept and color scheme for the room.

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bear photographs by Vik Muniz, sourced at the Affordable Art Fair in New York; a graphic 20th-century painting filling the wall over the bed; and a work composed of toy soldiers above vintage shelves holding Legos and books. “He now has the beginnings of a wonderful contemporary collection,” says Roth. Vintage 20th-century furnishings complement the bed and brought the boy’s vision to life.

The compact size of the room was challenging, but the all-in-one platform bed and nightstands brought the layout together. “This isn’t a typical room for a nine-year-old,” comments Roth. “Almost every element is something that can grow with him into adulthood. Nonetheless, it is fun and playful.”

n this new home built for a family of four, Carmiña Roth’s 9-yearold client had a clear vision for his bedroom: He wanted a “modern” room, and specifically one with a low platform bed. While his greatest wish was for one with lights, a selection from CB2 with built-in nightstands pleased the young fellow and wouldn’t have to be replaced as he grows.

A midcentury settee, purchased at auction and topped with a pillow covered in an Hermès fabric, provided the initial inspiration for the room and its subdued color palette, which served as the perfect backdrop for colorful artwork. With such sophisticated taste, the young client opined on each piece carefully selected for his room, which included gummy NOV/DEC 2019

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he owners of this traditional home had a specific goal in mind— they wanted to seamlessly modernize their house while retaining its classic architecture. Charged with opening up space and giving a sense of lightness while highlighting the showstopping water view, Diana Byrne of DB Design completely altered the layout of this sumptuous space, changing it from a classic living room configuration to this airy design with creative angles. Having worked with the family previously on their beach house, Byrne knew they were comfortable pushing boundaries stylistically.

The challenge? Making the room sophisticated and spectacular enough for entertaining but not so stiff that the family wouldn’t regularly use it. Byrne’s concept for the reworked space struck the perfect balance— the reimagined room can be dressed up for an elegant soirée or dressed

down for snuggling up with a good book and enjoying the view. Ligne Roset chairs, a Minotti ottoman and a Botolo chair invite relaxation, while stunning artwork—which includes paintings by Günther Förg and Robert Kelly, “Wall River” in stainless steel by Artur Lescher, a Walter Furlan sculpture and a wood veneer sculpture by Joseph Dermody—are sure to spark cocktail party conversation.

Anchoring the space is the mesmerizing Edra sofa. With its fluid and versatile form, its function is endless no matter the occasion. The family entertains often, and the unexpected layout of this piece creates multiple conversation points while keeping the water view center stage from all directions. What sets this project apart is the overall balance of the loud and the quiet, knowing where to go all in and where to show restraint in this large living room.

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A New Angle

opposite: Unique choices make for a captivating living space furnished with an Edra sofa, Ligne Roset chairs, Minotti ottoman, Roche Bobois table and Botolo chair and accented by an Apparatus light fixture and Günther Förg art. below: Other chic touches include Urban Electric sconces, a custom console and a Walter Furlan sculpture. The red paintings are by Robert Kelly. right: Sitting behind “Wall River” in stainless steel by Artur Lescher, a wood veneer sculpture by Joseph Dermody hangs above an Avoa steel chair by Pedro Paulo Venzon for Matter.

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or this 2,500-square-foot modern home in Weston on the shore of the Saugatuck, the unusual configuration of the property called for lots of creative thinking by Specht Architects. The long and narrow site drops eighty feet from the road above to the Saugatuck below, and the solution was to organize the house as a series of riverside terraces that both maximize water views and natural light while creating a private escape. The roof is the most visible “elevation” from the road—with the rest of the home integrated into the steep site—so special attention was given to creating a striking rooftop garden of succulents that will change color with the seasons. Though the retired homeowners see this as their “country cottage,” the aesthetic skimps on traditional trappings in favor of sleek and bold lines.

Inside, the layout is simple, composed of open, interconnected spaces with hidden doors that can create privacy when needed. The homeowners requested only a master suite and one guest suite to accompany the kitchen, dining and living spaces. Bamboo plywood interior walls lend warmth and conceal storage cabinets, while retractable televisions can be stashed away so as to not distract from the floor-to-ceiling glass walls that offer views of nature at the river-facing side of the home. Flowing to the center of the main living and dining space, you’ll find a stainless-steel kitchen “cockpit” that boasts built-in cabinets. The guest suite fully immerses visitors in the beauty of nature with three walls that overlook the property. The pinnacle of it all is the stunning master suite at the uppermost terrace of the home that looks out to the sweeping beauty all around.

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PROFESSIONALS Architect Specht Architects Austin, TX; 512-382-7938 spechtarchitects.com Landscape Architect Heather Morgan Scape, LLC 404-964-4539 General Contractor Michael Greenberg & Associates Westport; 203-226-7958 michaelgreenberg-assoc.com Kitchen Contractor Prutting & Company Custom Builders Stamford; 203-972-1028 prutting.com Structural Engineer Kevin Chamberlain DeStefano & Chamberlain Fairfield; 203-254-7131 dcstructural.com

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Shading Jack Birtwell Porter Preston Waterbury; 203-753-1113 porterpreston.com

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with white trim and V-groove board wainscoting. Above the mechanical soffits, curved stained beams and narrow-groove boarding define the lengthy entertainment space, with its stone mantel and surround, large television and custom curved sofa.

A nautical theme is woven throughout, from pendant fixtures echoing naval lighting above the wet bar to the mock tall ship that brings a children’s dream playroom to life. A mural of the sea takes young sailors in their four paneled bunks on a voyage that mimics the scenery they might see when sailing on the Sound, with the Manhattan skyline in the

his lower-level play space of a new waterfront summer home caters to kids and adults alike. Emanating from a spacious hall featuring a sleek glass-enclosed wine wall as the backdrop for table tennis and the stairway from above, the rec room stretches out in two directions. Toward a walkout on one end is an arcade collection of antique and current games; on the other side, a stainless-steel bar top curls into the junction of ping-pong, TV lounge and children’s play space, with archtop French doors opening onto the pool terrace outside. Broad openings separate activity zones, and in the adult portion, cool wallpaper contrasts

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opposite: A mock tall ship, “harborside” storage cabinets and “officers quarters” form a nautical dream world. The ceiling features LED strip soffit lighting and a fiber-optic constellation map in the curved vault. Dimmed lights reveal a twinkling night sky with the occasional shooting star. top: Four paneled bunks with stained mahogany rails and custom-built ship ladders enclose a free play area where the floor matches the teak-and-holly pattern of the boat. A nautical theme continues through the adult portion of the basement rec room. above: Pendant fixtures over the teak wet bar echo naval passageway lighting. From the table tennis and stair hall, with a glass-enclosed wine cellar backdrop, an antique collection of pinball, foosball, manikin bowling and the 1937 World Series game cabinets await near the southeast walkout.

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distance. The 8-and-under crew win the prize feature: the ship and the fiber-optic constellation ceiling under which she’s anchored. The crow’s nest, helm, bowsprit and railing are fun interactive details, and the salvaged antique ship wheel and nautical accessories add to the authenticity of this majestic playroom centerpiece. Cargo holds under the ship’s upper decks double as toy storage and a play fort. The ship fabricator used 3D modeling techniques to simulate the final hull shape and create an intricate interlocking skeletal framework. The masterful result steals the show in this action-packed entertainment space.

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Architect Douglas VanderHorn Architects Greenwich; 203-622-7000 vanderhornarchitects.com

Ship Fabrication Mark Alex Maidique, AIA South Norwalk Skunk South Norwalk; 203-642-4900 sonoskunk.com

Builder/Contractor Chris Quinn, Project Manager Ivan Dic, Site Manager Ben Krupinski Builder Old Greenwich 203-990-0633 bkbuilder.com

Muralist Nels Christianson Christianson Lee Studios Ridgefield; 203-798-0098 christiansonlee.com

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family living on a fifty-acre gentleman’s farm in Redding needed a large-scale kitchen for cooking and daily meals as well as for entertaining large groups. With a masterful mix of materials and showstopping standouts, Clarity Home Interiors worked with the architect to transform this hub of a home from a functional space into a work of art. The most challenging architectural aspect is perhaps the most striking—the steel-and-glass feature wall with a floating ventilation system. As the optimal design layout called for the cooktop and stove to be placed on this wall, the team found a sleek hood that worked well. This feature wall opens the view to the custom floating steel-and-wood staircase beyond, and the peacock blue BlueStar range brings a burst of color that’s echoed in the

handmade wall tiles that run from the counter to the ceiling. The height of the space, with its ten-foot ceilings and open layout that flows to the dining and family rooms, also provided a challenge to scale. The cabinets run from floor to ceiling—with custom ladders throughout to allow the homeowners to reach the top shelves—and wood ceiling beams create a sense of cohesion that unites the three spaces. The edges of the Pietra del Cardosa countertops are detailed with a groove designed by Clarity Home to evoke machinery, a challenging yet subtle detail that the team worked with Connecticut Stone to create. The custom nickel pot rack lends a slight old-world feel and showcases the clients’ collection of copper pots and pans as a dangling art installation.

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opposite: A full view of the kitchen captures counter-to-ceiling walls of handmade tile, floorto-ceiling cabinetry and a custom nickel pot rack. this page (clockwise from top right): The custom BlueStar range in peacock blue sits beneath the striking feature wall of steel and glass; a nook houses additional storage and a desk area; the Pietra del Cardosa countertops were finished with a coin-edge detail.

PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Amy Zolin Clarity Home Interiors Greenwich 203-340-2468 clarityhomeinteriors. com Architect Andrew Bartolotta while at Beinfield Architecture 203-856-8211

Builder Christopher Phillips Artisans Home Builders Rowayton 203-604-6001 artisanshome builders.com Tile and Stone Connecticut Stone Milford 203-882-1000 connecticutstone.com

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aren Bow cooked up something chic for this modern kitchen with old-world touches that evoke the feeling of a French café in this Darien home. For starters, the fresh black-and-white color palette sets a dramatic backdrop for bold details and stunning centerpieces. Sleek custom white oak cabinets boast exposed dovetail detailing that provides warmth. Though the pieces are substantial, their finish, due to a bleaching process, lends them a light and airy feel. As a counterpoint to the neutral plaster cove ceiling above, a gray-andcream concrete tile floor underfoot bears an old-world design that seems snatched straight out of Paris. When it’s time for breakfast, there is plenty of space for the family to pull up to the central island with its smoky gray marble top. The two-tiered marble ledge toward the front of

the island provides space for daily meals while hiding clutter that stems from cooking. And speaking of clutter—you’ll notice a complete lack of it in this well-appointed space, where only the essentials sit on brass suspended shelves that flank the oven hood. The glass shelves maximize the impact of the stunning matte black scalloped tile that seamlessly flows over the backsplash and the oven hood. Viewed head-on, three vintage blown glass pendants above the island dial up the drama. This kitschless kitchen’s open floor plan flows to an adjacent wet bar with another floating brass shelf and an eating area with a gallery-worthy custom concrete-and-iron branch table and custom curved banquette. Bow’s unexpected details and innovative design choices make for a decidedly un-kitchen-like kitchen.

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PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Karen Bow Interiors Darien; 914-953-1517 karenbow.com Architect Vicente-Burin Architects Fairfield 203-319-9571 vbarchitect.com

Builder E.R.I. Building & Design Darien; 203-655-6952 eribuild.com

Stone Source Everest Marble Norwalk; 203-956-7428 everestmarblect.com

Upholstery Artistic Upholstery Norwalk; 203-849-8907 artisticupholsteryand fabrics.com

Stone Fabricator Stepping Stones Marble & Granite Norwalk; 203-854-0552 classicstones.com

Cabinetmaker Licari Woodworking Bridgeport 203-333-5000 licariwoodworking.com

Antique Lights L’Antiquaire Westport 203-454-2750 lantiquaire.net

Cabinet Refinisher Shelly Denning Decorative Painting 203-912-4155

opposite: Custom modern cabinets sit atop an old-world patterned tile floor from Exquisite Surfaces. this page (clockwise from top left): The matte black scalloped tile on the walls and hood is from Greenwich Tile & Marble; the eating area is furnished with a concrete-and-iron branch table and a custom curved banquette with companion chairs; a close-up of the cabinets highlights their modern handles and dovetail detailing; looking at the clutter-free kitchen head-on, the large marble-topped island by Stepping Stones Marble & Granite dominates the space; a clean-lined wet bar is sited near the eating area.

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ark P. Finlay Architects & Interiors was selected to design this sleek clubhouse and teaching facility for the newly founded Trinity Forest Golf Club in Dallas, Texas. Slated to be the host of a PGA tournament and the home course of PGA professional golfer Jordan Spieth, the clubhouse needed to be a comfortable setting for members while also serving as a high-end event space for renowned professional players who would frequent the venue. The overall concept called for a bold design that stands out on this links-style golf course, one that was architecturally modern with classic elements for a luxurious feel. The interiors reflect that intention with classic patterns in a fresh, neutral palette with punches of vivid blues reminiscent of the sweeping sky views. Highly curated pieces of art and furniture complement the backdrop of the Trinity Forest.

The covered outdoor lounge, with grandstand views of the course, is the ideal spot to catch the final hole, with a view of the woods in the distance. The natural Texas winds act as a ventilation system for the terrace, which features an outdoor fireplace, ample seating and a rooftop bar and lounge. The furniture here is low to keep sightlines clear and composed of natural materials like wood and stone to harmonize with the surrounding landscape.

As the site was once a construction landfill, the ground-up design required strategic considerations to the natural elements of the land. The building makes practical use of the views, natural light and Texas winds.

The project stands out for its unusual yet cohesive blend of elements— stucco, natural wood and sleek black metal windows—and the unique combination of modern pieces and classic textiles and patterns inside.

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MARK P. FINLAY ARCHITECTS & INTERIORS

PROFESSIONALS Architect Mark P. Finlay, Principal Jay Valade Joe Mulligan Mark P. Finlay Architects Southport; 203-254-2388 markfinlay.com

Interior Designer Tina Anastasia, Partner and Director of Interior Design Victoria Sirchia Mark P. Finlay Interiors Southport; 203-254-2388 markfinlayinteriors.com

Builder Beck Group Dallas, TX; 214-303-6200 beckgroup.com

opposite: On the covered upper terrace lounge, furnishings are composed of natural materials to create unity between the interior and the stunning view. this page (clockwise from top left): The exterior stair to the upper terrace; the outdoor dining terrace; a view of the front door with the covered terrace above; the entry foyer showcasing carefully curated art; a view of the clubhouse and 18th green.

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his entryway to a 14,000-square-foot waterfront Litchfield County home was part of a complete gut renovation that transformed the dated home into a modern lake house. D2 Interieurs’ clients, a young family who escape from New York City to this palatial estate on weekends, wanted a happy and vibrant feel, and anyone stepping into this airy entryway is bound to smile.

Upon arrival, custom twelve-foot entry doors open to reveal a light-filled,

neutral-toned space with a direct lake view to the rear of the house. A mix of different woods gives an organic feel, and a curved double staircase with a custom-designed railing and runner (from the D2 Interieurs rug collection) appears as a work of art. Many other elements took this space over the top in all the right ways. The custom millwork on the walls and ceiling ties the space together and makes it extraordinary, says Denise Davies of D2 Interieurs. She’s also fond of the custom-made light fixture—crafted from

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PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Denise Davies D2 Interieurs Westport/Weston 646-326-7048 d2interieurs.com Architect Mike Cusato Cusato Architecture Westport; 203-395-4663 cusatoarchitecture.com Custom Cabinetry and Millwork Old World Construction Redding; 203-544-9263

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left: The serene and organic-feeling entryway makes a statement without detracting from the lake view seen directly through the front doors. above: The stair runner is from the D2 Interieurs rug collection. right: The custom-made light fixture adds a playful element to the space flooded by natural light.

rope for a nautical touch—and customized each rope and oversize pendant, setting the stage for this grand entrance.

Pre-renovation, the entryway had an arched tray ceiling and traditional wall paneling with a yellow faux finish, so the biggest challenge was making it look like it belonged in a lake house and not in a mausoleum, which is what it had originally looked like, says Davies, who spent two years meticulously designing and renovating this estate. Thrilled with the end result, the homeowners love to escape from New York City to their stunning retreat in Connecticut.

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PROFESSIONALS Builder Julio DiBiase Dibico Construction Greenwich; 844-434-2426 dibicoinc.com

Architect Gzim Gashi Marchese Gashi Greenwich; 203-869-2759 marchesegashi.com

Interior Designer Marcia Tucker Interiors Greenwich 203-409-3692 marciatuckerinteriors. com

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by Dibico Construction, this spectacular his-and-her office suite offers the best of both words—on-demand privacy and open, airy space. The suite’s modern angles and materials, combined with LED lighting, create a clean, light and breezy vibe, warmed by the influx of natural light and enhanced by endless views of the property’s sweeping lawn and lake outside.

Bordered on one side by twenty-two-foot panels of German engineered glass, with walls of built-in wood-and-metal shelving and cabinetry on the other, the spaces can be easily separated for privacy or combined into one large area with plenty of seating, space for mingling and a built-in wet bar with beer on tap. To provide this flexibility, a series of floor-to-ceiling

pocket doors provide opportunities for multiple configurations and can be opened to the main living room when additional entertaining space is needed.

Each office has an open workspace, custom shelving and storage space, and a seating area for guests. As the perfect counter to the floorto-ceiling windows, the floor-to-ceiling European white oak built-ins provide ample storage, counterspace and workspace and separate the offices; the integrated No-Ha hardware is flush with the doors and invisible to the naked eye. Sliding glass doors from each office lead out to a terrace that guides guests to a meditative fountain to the north or to the east to the backyard, pool, pool house gardens and the natural meadow framing the lake.

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opposite: Separate but together, the his and hers offices combine beauty and function. this page (clockwise from top left): Pocket doors allow the office area to be sectioned off for privacy; ample seating for formal and informal meetings maximize the outdoor feel; each office has an open workspace with custom shelving and storage; office amenities include automated shades, under-the-shelf LED lighting and a built-in wet bar with beer on tap.

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above: This master bedroom’s soft seafoam-and-ivory palette is punctuated by touches of deep turquoise. A luxurious white wall-to-wall carpet is underfoot. opposite (clockwise from top left): A seafoam grasscloth wraps the walls leading to the master bath; the canopy silk is the reverse of the drapes, with seafoam silk on the interior and ivory silk on the outside; the master closet, anchored by a plush seafoam-colored bench, maintains the look and feel of the bedroom; a dark wood console is paired with a Jonathan Smith chromogenic print.

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his master bedroom, part of a newly constructed center-hall Colonial, is a monochromatic, dreamy retreat that achieves an effortless blend of traditional and modern. The suite’s seafoamand-ivory palette is chic and refreshing, and hits of deep turquoise pop against the silky white wall-to-wall carpeting. The traditional canopy bed, edged in Schumacher tooth fringe trim, is balanced by the clean, modern lines of a Verellen chaise with conical upholstered legs and its Lucite side table. A dark wood console grounds the room, and an ethereal Jonathan Smith chromogenic print floats above it.

Due to the vaulted ceiling and the amount of space between the room’s two doorways, the box of the canopy bed was specially constructed with

support only on the bed wall. The bed was carefully designed to fit the width of the wall space, and small side tables hold necessities. Playing up the soft color scheme, the seafoam and ivory silks found on the bed canopy appear in reverse on the window drapes for subtle contrast. When curling up with a good book is on the agenda, the velvet chaise nestled in the corner is the perfect spot. A patterned pillow on top contrasts with the ivory shade of the chaise and pulls in the colors of the room’s chair and bench. Leading into the master bath, a seafoam grasscloth lines the walls, and an octagon chair from Mary McDonald at the vanity repeats the geometry of the bathroom tile. The mood continues into the master closet, where a seafoam modern bench takes center stage.

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PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Morgan Harrison Home New Canaan; 203-594-7875 morganharrisonhome.com

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General Contractor H&Y Construction, Inc. Brookfield; 203-775-2246 hyconstruction.com

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SCOTT SPRINGER ARCHITECT

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opposite: A full-height mirrored divider was added in the main area of the master bedroom to form a new full-width walk-in closet behind it. above: The furnishings in the sleeping area were carefully edited down to evoke a sense of serenity; the new walk-in closet has two openings and two walls of storage.

PROFESSIONALS Architect Scott Springer Architect Westport; 203-690-7197 scottspringerarchitect.com Interior Designer Suzanne Shapiro SSD Style New York City 917-907-2407 General Contractor Valon Berisha Prime Renovations Hampton Bays, NY 917-287-2878

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he original master bedroom in this 2,000-square-foot loft on the West Side of Manhattan had a few challenges: The room was oversized—yet its only storage was an awkwardly-shaped walk-in closet—and its interior finishes had not been upgraded since the 1990s.

To overcome these challenges, Scott Springer Architect’s goal was to reallocate space to make room for a larger walk-in closet as well as a vestibule and office nook. To that end, the original walk-in closet and the bathroom entrance were reconfigured to create a discrete vestibule and a small workspace, and a full-height mirrored divider was added in the main area to form a new full-width walk-in closet with two openings and storage on

both sides. Mechanical equipment above the former walk-in closet and the new office were carefully accommodated, and to update the finishes, lacquered and painted millwork was added, and oak strip flooring was replaced with wide plank Russian white oak.

As the main sleeping area has room for only a bed and two nightstands, other furniture was relegated to ancillary spaces, helping to instill a feeling of serenity. The sleeping area is nearly cubic in volume, giving the impression of a grand space despite its smaller footprint, and the mirrored divider creates an expansive feeling through its reflection of the sleeping quarters.

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traditional architecture / less than 7k sq. feet WILLIAM D. EARLS AIA ARCHITECT

Clear Vision

PROFESSIONALS Architect William D. Earls AIA Architect Wilton; 203-762-7462 williamearls.com

Interior Designer Kimberly Johnson Hill House Design Greenwich 917-301-3317

General Contractor Pasquale Guzzo PDB Construction Seymour 203-231-0274

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opposite: Intersecting barrel vaults at the passage to the living room were inspired by those seen in Grand Central Terminal. this page: The front door beckons with a new arched opening and gas lantern; the existing galley kitchen was expanded, and natural light pours into the space from the new custommade pyramidal skylight.

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his 1927 Tudor Revival home underwent a complete renovation, down to the studs. The floor plans were redesigned for modernday living, and while it is in many ways a new house, preserving the human scale and period detailing gives it a classical feel.

Period-appropriate casement windows with light restoration glass and leaded muntins—some with diamond patterns—replaced double-hung windows, highlighting the Tudor style. Details like the custom-made trim, the kitchen and bathroom millwork, and paneling built on-site reflect the exquisite taste of the discerning clients. The ceiling between the foyer and living room, conceived as intersecting barrel vaults, was inspired by the “whispering vaults” seen in Grand Central Terminal, and the foyer was further transformed with up-lighting that bathes the hand-plastered ceiling.

The main stair opening was enlarged with an arched opening to the second

floor, and a newly paneled stair wall gives an elegant feel as one enters the home. A flat-roof addition expanded the existing galley kitchen without blocking second-floor views, and a dramatic pyramidal skylight, custommade in Brooklyn, pours light onto the breakfast table below it.

Constraints on allowable floor area posed a challenge; however, the town allowed the addition on the kitchen in exchange for the removal of an unused sunroom. To gain even more living space, the crawlspace was dug out by hand to create a walk-out basement with a playroom, bathroom, gathering space and bar. To the architect, this home required a clear vision to see beyond the relatively modest size of the house, the prior floor plan and the unusually-shaped property. In the end, the special feature of this project was truly the clients and their dedication to classical architecture.

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traditional architecture / greater than 7k sq. feet PROFESSIONALS Architect Stuart Disston, AIA Joshua Rosensweig, Associate AIA APD Architects Southport; 203-255-4031 apdarchitects.com

Interior Designer Amanda Nisbet Design New York City; 888-203-4643 amandanisbetdesign.com

Builder George Vickers, Jr. Enterprises Westhampton Beach, NY 631-288-7070 georgevickers.com

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verlooking a protective cove, this new Shingle-style home warmly beckons despite its vast size. Cheery periwinkle shutters suggest glorious hydrangea bloom all year here and beach season never ends. With a Dutch Colonial roof and fine craftsmanship, this house melds a traditional exterior with fresh contemporary flair inside. The blue from the shutters is echoed through the interior in pops of color—in pillows, curtains, artwork, carpeting and playful light fixtures. The 10,500-square-foot, seven-bedroom residence and its sun-swept, gracious, open interior spaces easily accommodate this large family and their friends. There are areas for all—including a library, media room and exercise room—yet the house still feels cozy. Even on

rainy days, this peaceful abode on the cove is the family’s haven.

The Glassos countertops that brighten the kitchen and the high-gloss paint used throughout heighten the dynamic brilliance of an already stunning waterfront property. Architect Stuart Disston also loves “the bowed, two-story entry façade. It’s subtle but reads against the roof overhang.” As for the most trying aspect of the project, Disston says, “Flood zone guidelines are always a problem. You get sandwiched between the minimum base elevation and maximum roof height. It’s always a challenge to get the proportion right.” But he did just that. “Everyone says that it doesn’t feel like 10,500 square feet— they feel at home in it,” says the architect. “To me, that’s a compliment.

Nobody wants to feel like they’re rattling around in a big box.”

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opposite: The butler’s pantry boasts chrome details mixed with high-gloss Fine Paints of Europe paint and Stephen Antonson lighting; the new Shingle-style house sits on an incline overlooking a cove; the cheerful foyer and main stairway. this page (clockwise from top): The welcoming front entrance features symmetrical Dutch Colonial volumes; the family room, with vertical siding, opens up to the kitchen; Glassos countertops and Ann-Morris pendants grace the kitchen with its water views; the living room has a Stephen Antonson light fixture, curtains crafted from an Élitis fabric and a blue-and-white rug custom-designed to mirror the sea.

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above: At dusk, the glow of light from the new Shingle-style home accentuates its symmetrical qualities with a distinctive arrangement of forms. opposite (clockwise from top left): Meticulous millwork details bring charm to the formal entry hall, especially at the paneled staircase. The timber post and beam architecture of the open kitchen continues at the bay window of the breakfast area with its barn-board-paneled banquette. In the den off the gentleman’s office, American cherry trim at windows and doors, three-quarter-height paneling and curved paneled beam details anchor bold blues and grays to create a comfortable yet masculine atmosphere.

The waterfront wing parades generous windows in front of angular bays, balconies and porches.

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all in stature and perched for optimal water views, this newly constructed Classical Revival home borrows extensively from the Shingle-style vocabulary, combining the breezy spirit of a New England summer cottage with the symmetry and elegance of a more formal country house. The design makes a delightful impression from the street while providing a secluded resort-live haven at the rear and waterfront sides. Clipped gable wings project at elegant angles from the main house to a unique variety of bays, porches, balconies and dormers.

Inside, traditional architectural design in the more formal spaces blends with a more rustic feel in family areas, and modern design elements add comfort for an exceptionally livable home. Large windows and French doors welcome lots of daylight and offer idyllic water views, which are captured throughout the home thanks to a butterfly-shape plan. With

exceptions for the formal den, foyer and dining room, walls give way to open-concept great rooms on the first floor, in the basement rec room and in the third-floor gym/lounge. A soothing neutral palette with occasional pops of color enhances the sense of broad comfortable spaces.

The project did have some challenges, including accommodating an extensive program of outdoor amenities; negotiating a fifteen-foot elevation change across the length of the house; and configuring an ambitious scope of interior rooms and features within the allowable floor area on a site that was irregularly-shaped and constrained by diverse and protected ecology. Despite steep grading, a watercourse and floodway constraints, the house, driveway, garage, pools and terraces are organized primarily on high ground, allowing the garden landscape to cascade naturally towards tidal wetlands at the coastline. The result is a home at once majestic and serene.

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In Fine Form

PROFESSIONALS Architect Douglas VanderHorn Architects Greenwich 203-622-7000 vanderhornarchitects.com

Interior Designer Amy Aidinis Hirsch Interior Design Greenwich 203-661-1266 amyhirsch.com

Landscape Designer Glengate Company Wilton 203-762-2000 glengatecompany.com

Builder/Contractor Significant Homes, LLC New Canaan 203-966-5700 significanthomesllc.com

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A/V Consultant InnerSpace Electronics Mt. Kisco, NY 914-937-9700 innerspaceelectronics.com

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ranquility and glamour define this bath space of an elegant master suite, part of a whole-house renovation in Belle Haven.

Starting with a custom-colored de Gournay floral wallcovering that mirrors the bedroom palette as inspiration, complementary details enhance the shimmering space. After selecting a pearlized beaded border trim from Samuel & Sons for the custom window treatments made in a Colefax and Fowler fabric, designer Linda Ruderman asked de Gournay to embellish select flowers in the wallcovering with the same hand-beading, enhancing the luxury and femininity of the original design.

She selected the Chantilly lace-patterned marble floor from Waterworks, then used the lace motif on the mirror doors of the cabinets that she designed. Customized from floor to ceiling, every bespoke feature of the room has been crafted to create an exceptional and highly personalized environment.

Interior Designer Linda Ruderman Interiors Greenwich; 203-552-9700 lindaruderman.com General Contractor Frank Pompa Pompa Development & Construction Greenwich; 203-552-5236 pompaconstruction.com

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rominent elements, such as the traditional architectural features, woodwork, cabinetry and fittings, give this completely renovated master bath the timeless look of an old-world mansion. A floor-to-ceiling, marble-surfaced shower accentuates the room’s height and enhances the feeling of spaciousness, as does the subdued palette of grays and white.

Light fills the room from a large, traditional multipaned window, casting a soft glow on the classic Empire soaking tub from Waterworks—a must-have item the clients use almost every day.

Other features, such as the 19th-century crystal-beaded chandelier from Dovecote, sconces from Galerie des Lampes in Paris, original artwork from Jean-Marc Louis, and monogrammed towels by Matouk, add to the elegant, French château style that Allen’s clients were seeking for their home.

PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Sam Allen Interiors Westport; 203-984-5590 samalleninteriors.com Countertops Tile & Stone Techniques New Canaan; 203-594-9146 tile-stone-techniques.com

Plumbing and Floor Waterworks waterworks.com Contractor Smart Solutions Contractors Norwalk; 203-857-0665

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bath design: TRANSITIONAL/MODERN PROFESSIONALS

Architect Doug Patt, LLC Allentown, PA 610-657-3244 dougpatt.com Builder Prutting & Company Custom Builders Stamford; 203-972-1028 prutting.com

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PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Kimberly Handler Designs Greenwich; 917-414-4507 kimberlyhandlerdesigns. com

Glass Design Glass & Mirrors Greenwich 203-661-0808

Carpentry Doug Clark Clark Carpentry Service Rye, NY; 917-879-9131

Tile Artistic Tile White Plains, NY 914-422-0041 artistictile.com

Painting United Colors Painting Brewster, NY 914-720-8785

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n this home, a full bath with an existing clawfoot tub was positioned in the layout in an ideal location for a formal powder room. Wanting to repurpose the space yet maintain the bath function, designer Kimberly Handler developed an ingenious solution. Removing the tub and installing a shower, she designed custom shower doors with frosted decorative glass. This element provides the look of a shoji screen and fulfills its dual mission: to separate and conceal the bathing space from the room’s primary role as a perfectly appointed powder room. Since this room offers an opportunity to create drama in a jewel box-size footprint, special attention was given to details. The graphic Artistic Tile mosaic floor with black grout sets the foundation for a distinctive interior, and dark walls create a perfect background for displaying artwork and highlighting this room’s glowing metallic touches.

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he owners of a newly constructed vacation property with expansive views of the Atlantic Ocean wanted a bathroom that had all of the amenities of a larger master bath in a comparatively small space, using a simple palette of materials. Facing the challenge of accommodating a large tub, shower, vanity, storage and toilet room within a limited footprint, the architect used a divide-and-conquer strategy. A blue glass wall, adjoining a blue resin-topped vanity, is an organizing element for the room; behind this feature is a separate space for the shower and toilet compartment. The contrast of the brilliant blue divider with the room’s all-white, crisply finished features—the floor, the walls and the meticulously fitted tub and storage cabinets— creates a bright and dramatic space to complement its wonderful site and surroundings.

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pool house: TRAD/CLASSIC bath design: trans/modern pool house

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ark P. Finlay Architects & Interiors worked together to create this funfilled retreat for clients in Ridgefield. The barn-like structure was designed as a getaway for the entire family as well as a “man cave” for the husband, and that goal was achieved with the inclusion of a main living space, bar, wine room, gym, library and loft lounge. Primarily serving the pool area, the building has a seamless indoor/outdoor flow, and the family’s activities determined the layout, which provides adequate venues for wine-tasting, movie-viewing, meetings, cocktail parties and exercise. The exterior engages with the pool through a continuous stone terrace, and an outdoor dining area is accompanied by a full outdoor kitchen with a pizza oven as well as a seating area with an outdoor fireplace. Inside, the living room’s two-story stone fireplace reaches the top of the open timber-frame ceiling, and the bar bears an arched-stone detail and thick glass shelving for a modern accent.

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PROFESSIONALS Architect Mark P. Finlay, Principal Jay Valade Debbie Szabo Maureen Kokorda Mark P. Finlay Architects Southport; 203-254-2388 markfinlay.com Interior Designer Tina Anastasia, Partner and Director of Interior Design Katie Schelle Mark P. Finlay Interiors Southport; 203-254-2388 markfinlayinteriors.com Builder Auburn Landing, Inc. Georgetown; 203-544-9859 auburnlanding.com

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pool house: TRAD/CLASSIC

PROFESSIONALS Architect Michael Smith Architects Norwalk; 203-563-0553 michaelsmitharchitects.com Builder John James Construction Armonk, NY; 914-649-7116 johnjamesconstruction.com Interior Designer Jules Duffy Designs Madison, NJ; 973-845-2810 julesduffy.com

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his Bedford pool house designed for repeat clients was initially conceived as a relatively simple structure next to an existing pool nestled into the base of a rock outcrop. The clients wanted to use the building year-round, and as the design evolved, they also realized they wanted to use it for other purposes as well. To prevent the pool house from appearing as if it were located in the middle of the rear yard, Michael Smith Architects sited the structure slightly away from the pool in a somewhat non-traditional way and placed it closer to the main house but to the side of the rear yard. To accommodate the various entertaining and hosting functions, the pool house footprint became larger and includes amenities such as a living area, changing area, outdoor covered sitting area with a brick fireplace, outdoor covered patios, outdoor bar/kitchen, and a well-appointed guest suite on the second floor.

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eil Hauck needed to design a multifunctional building that could serve as a pool house, two-bedroom guest house and garage. Located adjacent to the clients’ main residence on a ten-acre property in a rural section of the Rhode Island coast, the building needed to provide entertaining spaces as well as access to the pool, spa and pool terrace. Exterior materials were carefully chosen in response to the site’s direct exposure to the severe coastal environment, and local zoning regulations required creative ways to break down the building’s massing and scale to meet height restrictions. Inside, a sitting area and eat-in kitchen are housed within a vaulted enclosure for an open, airy feel, and the outdoor covered porch provides an escape from the sun but not from lovely sea breezes or ocean views. The language and detailing of the pool house are intentionally understated as a counterpoint to the natural beauty of the site.

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PROFESSIONALS Architect Neil Hauck Architects Darien; 203-655-9340 neilhauckarchitects.com Interior Designer Lynn Morgan Design Rowayton; 203-866-1940 lynnmorgandesign.com Landscape Architect Martha Moore, Landscape Architect Tiverton, RI; 401-624-2435 General Contractor Dennis Talbot Construction Little Compton, RI 401-635-8328 dennistalbot.com

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pool house: TRANSITIONAL/MODERN

PROFESSIONALS Architect Susan Alisberg and Ed Parker Alisberg Parker Architects Old Greenwich; 203-637-8730 alisbergparker.com Interior Designer Susan Alisberg Alisberg Parker Architects Old Greenwich; 203-637-8730 alisbergparker.com Builder/Contractor Parallel Construction Old Greenwich; 203-637-7349 parallel-cm.com Landscape Architect Dan Sherman Daniel Sherman Landscape Architect Valhalla, NY; 914-824-0999 danshermanlandscape.com

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ith their clients’ classic Georgian Colonial as the precedent, Alisberg Parker Architects devised a pool house scheme that related to the main house and transformed the sloped yard into usable space.

A covered open-air lounging and dining area is flanked by two symmetrical volumes—one housing the bathroom and changing area, and the other a kitchenette and storage room. Detailed to match the main residence, the volumes appear as an extension of the home and feature white clapboard, copper gutters and cedar shingle roofing.

The open-air lounge, sited to take advantage of the forested views beyond and covered by exposed cedar framing and a metal standing seam roof, is furnished with a sectional and custom high table as well as an outdoor TV and fridge.

Perfect for everyday staycations, this small “home away from home” fits a lot into a small space with an ease that belies the project’s complexity.

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pooldesign: house: TRANSITIONAL/MODERN bath trans/modern pool house

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PROFESSIONALS Builder Julio DiBiase Dibico Construction Greenwich 844-434-2426 dibicoinc.com

Interior Designer Marcia Tucker Interiors Greenwich 203-409-3692 marciatuckerinteriors. com

Architect Gzim Gashi Marchese Gashi Greenwich 203-869-2759 marchesegashi.com

Landscape Architect Doyle Herman Design Associates Greenwich 203-869-2900 dhda.com

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his resort-like backyard escape blurs the line between indoors and outdoors. Offering ample space for everything from intimate gatherings to large pool parties, the freestanding structure seamlessly combines indoor and outdoor living with a large living room, full kitchen, wet bar with beer on tap, full bathroom and plenty of storage for games and equipment on the upper level, and two additional family or staff suites.

The pool house and main residence are connected by an outdoor kitchen and barbecue area with easy access to the main kitchen, and LED lighting and a water feature make the infinity-edge pool and spa the perfect evening entertainment spot. Sheets of engineered glass, stone and steel used on the pool house perfectly complement the main house, and the floor-to-ceiling windows almost completely disappear. With other amenities such as radiant deck heating, disappearing doors connecting outdoor and indoor living spaces and surround sound with hidden speakers, this pool house is all about luxury and relaxation.

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esigned to stylistically relate to the clients’ Tudorstyle 1920s home, this year-round pool house is an original reinterpretation, with complex massing and roof lines, and composed of materials such as stone, stucco, decorative timbers and slate roofing. In the rusticmodern interior, the large, multipurpose lounge area easily accommodates dinners for thirty people, and a kitchen-like pantry is used for staging, serving and counter seating.

Additional first-floor spaces include a gym—accessible from the main house—as well as a powder room, changing room and shower room. The second floor houses a guest bedroom and bath and an open loft, and laundry and outdoor furniture storage are located in the basement.

A fifteen-foot-wide opening of folding doors visually and functionally connects the pool house and pool. Outside, a pool, spa, terrace, kitchen and shower provide distinct areas for eating and lounging, and new tall trees, shrubs and perennials surround the terrace of variegated Norwegian buff granite bordered by bluestone for a landscaped oasis.

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Architect Diane Blum Motzkin Blum Architects Larchmont, NY 914-834-4933 motzkinblum.com

Pool House Contractor Frank Nesci F&F Carpentry and Custom Cabinets, Inc. Larchmont, NY 914-262-4254

Designer/Builder for Pool/Landscape/Site Masonry Brandon Jones Glengate Company Wilton 203-762-2000 glengatecompany.com

Lighting Mari-Lou Nania Patdo Light Studio Port Chester, NY 914-837-6707 patdolight.com

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PROFESSIONALS Landscape Architect Conte & Conte, LLC Landscape Architects Greenwich 203-869-1400 conteandconte.com Architect Crisp Architects Millbrook, NY 845-677-8256 crisparchitects.com

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acing the challenge of a steep slope between an 18th-century home and its antique barn, Conte & Conte saw this vertical landscape as an opportunity. By putting in a system of retaining walls, a series of terraces connects house and barn. The lower terrace, flowing out of the main house through window walls, expands the indoor to outdoor living room environment with generous seating and a fireplace. Stairs wrap around a central chimney leading to the cooking and dining level, equipped with a full kitchen and hearth.

The third terrace offers expansive views and a campfire experience, with a fire pit encircled

by Adirondack chairs. This arrival space uses the same wood grain pavers as the house-level terrace, and a window wall provides entry to the barn. The integrated landscape unites the property’s main structures seamlessly.

Interior Designer Amy Aidinis Hirsch Interior Design Greenwich 203-661-1266 amyhirsch.com

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landscape: LESS THAN 1 ACRE Landscape Architect Regina O’Brien Threshold Landscape Architecture Redding Ridge; 917-566-0612 thresholdlandscape.com Landscape Contractor Putnam Landscape Associates Wilton; 203-241-4846 putnamlandscaping.com Pool Signature Pools Norwalk; 203-866-7665 signaturepoolsinc.com

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he clients wanted a multifunctional space for swimming, entertaining, cooking, dining and play within the confines of their pool fence. The landscape design team first transformed the sloping topography with a series of terraces that are delineated by low retaining walls and bluestone steps that allow a gentle progression to and from the pool area. The terraces—grassy platforms—are used in many ways: for seating, for sunbathing on blankets, and even for the occasional performance by the homeowners’ children and their friends. Fieldstone stepping-stones winding through a path of lowgrowing perennial plants have inspired games based on hopping fast. The fence enclosure on three of four sides has been planted with hedges, while the remaining cedar-and-wire fence remains essentially transparent, open to views and straddled by a planting of meadow grasses and butterfly-friendly perennials, providing texture, color and movement throughout the summer.

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landscape: LESS THAN 1 ACRE PROFESSIONALS Architect/Landscape Architect Haver & Skolnick Architects Roxbury; 860-354-1031 haverskolnickarchitects.com General Contractor Jim Churchill Churchill Builders Woodbury Structural Engineer Kevin H. Chamberlain, P.E. DeStefano & Chamberlain Fairfield; 203-254-7131 dcstructural.com

Civil Engineer/Surveyor Curt Smith, L.S. Smith & Company Woodbury 203-263-0068 smithsurveyors.com A/V Consultant David Barson Opus Audio | Video | Control North Haven 203-498-0407 opusavc.com

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Manhattan couple with a young family enlisted the architects to create an outdoor entertaining space around their newly built stone farmhouse to capitalize on the stunning mountain views that surround their property in Litchfield County. The design emerged as a series of interconnected rooms: a sunny seating area constructed around a fire pit, a shaded dining area, an outdoor kitchen and a covered porch with a massive fireplace. The lounge seating around the fire pit has become a favorite spot for toasting marshmallows or warming up after a swim. Over the dining area, the posts of the pergola have been planted with Dutchman’s pipe to eventually form a shady canopy, and the chef has a panoramic view from the nearby, fully equipped kitchen. A covered porch that overlooks the terrace offers a shaded lounge spot that can be used year-round, thanks to the large and rustic fieldstone hearth.

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SEAN JANCSKI LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS

PROFESSIONALS Landscape Architect Sean Jancski Landscape Architects Rye, NY; 914-967-1904 sjlandscapearchitects. com

Landscaping Landivar Landscaping Stamford 203-353-1410

Pool Shoreline Pools Stamford 203-967-1203 shorelinepools.com

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he owners of this property wanted to develop their backyard site, with its original landscape of expansive lawn, to provide outdoor spaces for relaxation and entertaining. With a clean slate, the landscape architect saw the opportunity to use the natural rolling topography to create a design composed of terraces. He recognized the large lawn as a prized feature and thus limited the amount of paved area in the plan. An outdoor dining area opens from the home’s lower level; its pergola serves as a transition point to allow shade from the summer sun. The outdoor fireplace with its backdrop of woods draws family and guests out toward the pool area, which links the living spaces to the upper spa terrace, gardens and lawn.

The overall design is casual and inviting and provides color through all four seasons.

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wo ancient and massive beech trees and one large hickory were the landmarks on a bare site where two new custom homes were being built on prime waterfront property in Darien.

The need to preserve the legacy trees and also install lush and site-appropriate landscaping proved challenging, as the plan would require enormous quantities of plants and shrubs. The landscape team sought out plant materials that were fitting for the coast and included specimen trees, shrubs and perennials. They spent weeks scouting nurseries and contacting growers to secure the hundreds of trees and shrubs and literally thousands of perennials needed to create surroundings for the new homes that would read as a mature rather than a recently planted landscape. Before the installation, most of the materials were staged in their eventual locations; the process called for significant labor, as everything required watering by hand before the permanent irrigation system was put in place.

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PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Rinfret, Ltd. Greenwich; 203-622-0000 rinfretltd.com Builder Douglas Cohen D.H.E. Company New York City; 212-228-8005 dhecompany.com Decorative Painting Nels Christianson Christianson Lee Studios 203-798-0098 christiansonlee.com

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he owners of a large Greenwich estate had retained the firm for a complete renovation, wanting to update the interiors while incorporating their extensive collection of art and Art Deco furnishings. In the dining room, with the clients requesting that the dining table be round and that Rinfret use an existing Frank Pollaro buffet, every surface was reworked in a classic and glamorous style that flatters anyone who dines here. The custom-painted walls in timeless shades of pale tans, taupe and champagne silver reflect the room’s details by the glow of candlelight and a rock crystal Dennis & Leen chandelier with ebony and gilt accents. Meticulously detailed custom paneling and hand-painted walls and moldings are complemented by a champagne silver tea paper from Gracie Studios on the ceiling. The overall design creates a beautiful setting for the clients’ pigmented Frankenthaler watercolor, which hangs above the prized buffet, and the room’s masterfully layered collection of antiques.

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or this newly constructed Westchester Colonial, a beautiful Fromental wallcovering in a silver-and-white palette became the pivotal element to direct designer Michelle Morgan Harrison toward an elegant treatment for the dining room where her clients—a young couple from Chicago—planned to entertain regularly. Morgan Harrison grounded the light and shimmering scheme with a dark walnut custom dining table that she surrounded with Barbara Barry dining chairs, upholstered in gray mohair. She accented the theme with matte white-and-silver-framed mirrors hanging above twin silver leaf sideboards, and a silver sisal area rug layered over the dark-stained hardwood floors. White silk drapes, distinguished with satin Frete tape, complete the design—a standout for its luxurious simplicity.

PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Morgan Harrison Home New Canaan; 203-594-7875 morganharrisonhome.com

General Contractor H&Y Construction, Inc. Brookfield; 203-775-2246 hyconstruction.com

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Architect Paul Shainberg Architects Rye, NY; 914-967-3474 shainbergarchitects.com

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PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Kathy Hodge Sage Design Southport 203-553-9656 sagedesign.com Builder/Contractor Michael Nast Nast Contracting 914-490-9984 nastcontractingllc.com

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he layout of her clients’ country estate was not going to work for the family of eight, so designer Kathy Hodge of Sage Design repurposed the home’s former library to become its formal dining room.

The goal was to create a space that would shine for large holiday gatherings and be just as spectacular the rest of the time. To maintain the polished look, the designer sought out decorative objects and accessories for the back-painted bookshelves that line two walls of the room, helping to select marble trays, vases, wood sculptures and antique books to fill each niche. She anchored the room with a beautiful black lacquered table, surrounding it with shapely dining chairs finished in a high-gloss gray and upholstered in whimsical fabric. Everything gleams in the natural light from the room’s long wall of windows.

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ROBERT A. CARDELLO ARCHITECTS

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ith waterfront views that extend to the New York skyline, this colonial farmhouse had been remodeled in the 1990s to give it contemporary windows and more open interiors. When the clients purchased the Shippan Point home, Robert A. Cardello Architects was assigned the task of giving the interior spaces a more elegant, timeless feel while maintaining and maximizing the beautiful open prospect. After first lifting the structure to meet updated FEMA standards, the footprint of the home remained essentially the same, while space was added above the ocean-side deck, creating a large master suite and an added bath. The reworked interiors on the main floor maximize the use of glass doors and windows and eliminate room division. A spiral staircase was removed, and the main stair was relocated near the front entry, creating an attractive foyer.

PROFESSIONALS Architect Robert Cardello David LaPierre Robert A. Cardello Architects Norwalk; 203-853-2524 cardelloarchitects.com Builder Knight and Grabowski Custom Homes Stamford; 203-943-3422 knightandgrabowski.com

Bath/Kitchen/ Cabinetry Designer Veronica Campbell Deane, Inc. Stamford 203-327-7008 deaneinc.com Tile Tile America Stamford 203-323-5922 tileamerica.com

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SPECHT ARCHITECTS

PROFESSIONALS Architect Specht Architects Austin, TX; 512-382-7938 spechtarchitects.com Contractor Prutting & Company Custom Builders Stamford; 203-972-1028 prutting.com

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he architects restored the exterior of this historic gambrel hay barn after a catastrophic fire, and then reworked the interior to create a weekend retreat for its owners. The new design removed the barn’s entire second floor, resulting in a dramatic and modern double-height space that allows for a more flexible and open living area. This was accomplished with an engineering feat that included installing concrete exterior buttresses to stiffen the walls to resist the new loads. Within the new larger volume, the architects created separate internal “buildings,” which are used as a master bedroom and office that overlook the main living space. The original concrete silo was also retained and converted into a double-story playhouse for the owners’ grandchildren. Despite the challenge of rehabilitating what remained of the structure after the fire, the result is that part of the physical history of a small Connecticut town has also been preserved.

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he clients’ favorite color—blue—serves as the backdrop for a room that their young son can grow into. Furnishings were chosen for their modern good looks and are key to a scheme that designer Denise Davies anchors with a custom D2 Interieurs rug. This bedroom, part of a whole-house renovation for a grand weekend getaway on a thirty-acre property in Litchfield County, has a fun aesthetic. The room’s highlights include contemporary art, bursts of contrasting colors and a showstopping chandelier by Bone Simple. The custom window seat is a favorite spot for curling up with a book, and it’s spacious enough for the boy and his friends to gather for a game or storytelling time. The bathroom, sheathed floor-to-ceiling with Clé cement tile in a concentric circle pattern, is designed for easy maintenance and a look that will remain fresh from early childhood through college.

PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Denise Davies D2 Interieurs Westport/Weston 646-326-7048 d2interieurs.com Architect Mike Cusato Cusato Architecture Westport 203-395-4663 cusatoarchitecture.com

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Custom Cabinetry and Millwork Old World Construction Redding 203-544-9263

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Interior Designer Karen Bow Interiors Darien 914-953-1517 karenbow.com

Architect Vicente-Burin Architects Fairfield 203-319-9571 vbarchitect.com

Builder E.R.I. Building & Design Darien 203-655-6952 eribuild.com

Upholstery Artistic Upholstery Norwalk 203-849-8907 artisticupholstery andfabrics.com

Artwork Dollka Y. Morico

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he wild chicness of the ’60s was the design inspiration for the bedroom of a young lady. The client’s love of fashion and all things hip became the foundation for a room that hearkens back to an era of glamour and glitz. A graphic metallic wallpaper sets the tone for this plush retreat; in these surroundings, rust velvet blackout curtains that match an upholstered bed with gold metal trim create the right mood for beauty sleep. The round mirror, white lacquered bureau and bedside tables and white fur rug add some vintage flair to finish the space. The en-suite bathroom’s wallcovering, with its gilded, Warhol-like repeat pattern of Marilyn Monroe’s iconic face, is the perfect element to complete a very personal dream design.

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PROFESSIONAL Interior Designer Carmiña Roth Interiors Greenwich 203-987-5961 carminarothinteriors.com

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n the formal living room of this newly constructed home, some of the client’s fine antiques and paintings were combined with notable contemporary pieces to create an elegant yet livable space. The long and somewhat narrow room required two seating areas rather than just one around the focal point of the marble fireplace, an arrangement that works well for entertaining.

Iconic midcentury pieces, such as a Vladimir Kagan Cloud sofa and Frank Gehry wiggle chair, are juxtaposed with classic furnishings and accessories that span five centuries. Of particular note are the lighting fixtures: French plaster sconces flank a Sir Godfrey Kneller portrait, and the Serge Mouille chandelier is an unexpected detail that pulls together the two seating areas. This blend of noteworthy furnishings in a relatively monochromatic scheme looks dramatic and fresh.

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LISA FRIEDMAN DESIGN

PROFESSIONAL Interior Designer Lisa Friedman Design Westport 203-984-1958 lisafriedmandesign.com

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n a newly built waterside contemporary home, the spaces in the family living area are completely exposed and open to one another. The client wanted an infusion of color in a neutral palette, and it was designer Lisa Friedman’s job to ensure the entire house flowed beautifully and seamlessly. Since the clients are a young family, the design involved careful selection of durable textiles and furnishings. Bleached wood elements accentuate the refinement of the space, as does the use of subtle texture throughout. The designer first chose the window treatments—luxurious sheer wool drapes by Rogers & Goffigon— that gently filter in natural light; their dreamlike, ethereal essence envelops the room.

Eye-catching accents, such as the brass dome pendants from Holly Hunt in the adjacent kitchen and a ribbon wood sculpture by Jeremy Holmes over the fireplace, are beautiful points of interest in the serene open plan.

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his great room is the center of a transitional/classic Colonial home and represents the stylistic blend of the husband’s modern sensibility and the wife’s more traditional leanings. Accessed from the front foyer through three sets of oversize pairs of pocket doors, this grand space acts as both the living room and formal dining room, with each area grounded by a custom Tibetan rug; matching chain link crystal chandeliers also unify the living and dining spaces. The palette combines golds and silvers, and a scheme of squares and interlocked squares is a motif seen in the intricate ceiling design, in rug patterns and throughout the home. An important piece of art given to the wife by her father hangs above one of the room’s two custom bolection stone fireplaces, creating a focal point for the living room.

PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Morgan Harrison Home New Canaan; 203-594-7875 morganharrisonhome.com Architect James Schettino Architects New Canaan; 203-966-5552 schettinoarchitects.com

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Builder Lee Schettino Construction New Canaan; 203-972-9144 lsccompany.com

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ROUGHAN INTERIORS

PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Roughan Interiors New York City/ Weston/Greenwich 203-769-1150 roughaninteriors.com Architect Hirsch|Corti Architecture New York City 212-219-2609 hirschcorti.com

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his renovation of a New York City townhouse in the West Village, built in the early 1800s for a captain’s daughter, was the happy result of cooperation and good communication with the city’s Landmarks Commission. While the façade was kept intact to comply with the local regulations, the design team blew out the entire back to create a large window wall that faces the gardens. The result infuses this jewel box of a space with light and the warmth of outdoor greenery, complementing the room’s monochromatic color scheme accented by vibrant art. A modern marble fireplace and iconic furnishings—a B&B Italia sofa, Vladimir Kagan lounge chairs from Ralph Pucci and midcentury table lamps by Paul Evans from Lobel Modern—become part of a new era for the historic structure.

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PROFESSIONALS Builder Julio DiBiase Dibico Construction Greenwich; 844-434-2426 dibicoinc.com

Architect Gzim Gashi Marchese Gashi Greenwich; 203-869-2759 marchesegashi.com

Interior Designer Marcia Tucker Interiors Greenwich; 203-409-3692 marciatuckerinteriors.com

Landscape Architect Doyle Herman Design Associates Greenwich; 203-869-2900 dhda.com

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modern residence of palatial proportions was designed to fit into the natural topography as well as an existing neighborhood. The sleek contemporary design is constructed over five floors—three above ground and two below—bringing in natural light and creating a bright, open feel. While the square footage is extensive, the program incorporates the best energy-efficient features to reduce its carbon footprint, including geothermal and solar energy systems.

To achieve the structure’s look and feel, the design uses a mix of materials from the modernist palette: mahogany, concrete, engineered glass, metal, stone and marble. The main living space—the living, dining, breakfast and family rooms, the foyer and the offices—are framed with twenty-three-foot panels of German engineered glass, bringing the outside in and a warming element to the custom concrete floors. The home’s grand proportions permit the inclusion of every possible amenity.

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his custom coastal home fuses a classic shingled structure with exposed steel elements, creating a unique and modern mix. Conceived by the architect as a blended design to appeal to spouses with different style preferences—one modernist, one traditionalist—the home is unique but comfortably contextual with the other homes in the neighborhood. The rear of the home opens to a forty-two-foot exposed steel outdoor entertaining porch facing the Sound; secondand third-floor decks complete the outdoor experience. Exterior steel detailing has been carried into the house on the staircase, kitchen hood, steel doors, steel vanity and steel-andglass wall that encloses the home office.

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PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Chrystal Toth Designs Westport; 203-429-4227 chrystaltothdesigns.com

Architect Jack Franzen J.P. Franzen Associates Architects Fairfield; 203-259-0529 franzenarchitects.com

Builder John and Steve Segerson Tallman Segerson Builders Fairfield; 203-254-1971 tallmansegerson.com

Pool Table District MFG Los Angeles, CA 323-698-5175 districtmills.com

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he billiard room was envisioned as the “man cave” of a new Westport home, since the clients wanted a space for entertaining that would also be the husband’s domain. Indigo is the beachside home’s main accent color, so the designer let the blue shade take over the room, giving it a stylish and masculine appearance. While lighting a dark-toned space is challenging, sconces and cove lighting provide a golden glow that creates intimacy and texture. In addition to the custom billiard table, the room’s other accoutrements include a wine cooler, fridge and kegerator. Cabinetry was laid out carefully, and a leathered-finish granite tops the bar that connects to the family room. This space now draws the entire family, thanks to its movietheater feel. It’s a place for everyone to gather, as evidenced by the kegerator, which now serves up cold brew coffee and kombucha.

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JILL O'SHEA HOME DESIGN

PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Jill O’Shea Home Design Westport jillosheahomedesign.com Builder Buttendorf Building & Remodeling Milford 203-650-2030 buttendorf.com

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he owners of a family-friendly Westport home wanted to transform this 1,000-square-foot unfinished basement space into an adult getaway for themselves and their friends. The designer took the clients’ wish list and created “The Cellar,” an unexpectedly indulgent and cozy lounge area for relaxation, triple TV viewing and the entertainment value of a restaurant-quality bar and wine room. The space embraces its naturally dark environment with a cozy harmony of materials: the custom oak bar and wine room, deeply painted vertical shiplap walls and polished concrete floors complemented by a plush patterned carpet. An oversize custom sofa upholstered in high-performance velvet is generous enough to seat a large group, and other pieces can adapt to the room’s different functions. The self-service bar is fully stocked, with a dual tap, beverage coolers, ice maker, dishwasher drawer and more—a temptation for the mixologist in all of us.

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PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Laura Michaels Design Greenwich 914-907-2927 lauramichaelsdesign.com Artwork Peter Maier Fine Art petermaierart.com

Lumberyard Unfinished Live-Edge Slabs Berkshire Products Sheffield, MA 413-229-7919 berkshireproducts.com

Flowers Winston Flowers Greenwich 800-622-0722 winstonflowers.com

Decorative Wall Finishes Multiharmony Greenwich 203-536-1908

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his lower-level area, allotted for an entertainment room, is also a passthrough space leading to five additional rooms, so designer Laura Michaels wanted the space to feel light. The first element she chose was a long, live-edge wood bench to serve as the main seating area; it appears to cantilever over the last two steps of the stairway. Since she wanted the furnishings to “float” over the space, Michaels designed a multifaceted white lacquered U-shaped bar, elevated on three sets of legs. After deciding that hanging seats would highlight her concept, she tapped Brazilian design firm Studio Marta to produce leather-fringed swings that amp up the fun factor and stand in for bar stools. The bar was outfitted with “floating” Lucite wine pegs by VintageView and stocked with Simple Vodka. The last hurdle was the right piece of art; Bob Dylan at age 18/72 is the ideal finishing touch.

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he homeowners’ large and elegant new home required a kitchen with style that reflected the clients’ European roots while capturing the ease of American design. With its stunning view of the water, the space had to be clutterfree for optimal work and entertaining space for the avid cooks. To conceal food storage and equipment, a wall of white tile and commercial-grade Kason Industries latches leads to a walk-in freezer, walk-in pantry, refrigerator and storage—virtual rooms behind the butcher shop-like doors.

The kitchen’s three access points open to a breakfast room, a butler’s pantry and a hall passage to the formal dining room and enclosed porch. Luxurious details include a wall of windows that reveal an unobstructed coastal view, deep gray Belgian Java granite flooring and white Calacatta gold marble countertops throughout.

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new house, built on an in-town Greenwich lot close to shopping, restaurants and the train, gave the clients—a couple with adult children and grandchildren—an opportunity to include many details they had always wanted in their home. Their new kitchen has a transitional style with wire-brushed, bleached and toned rift-sawn white oak, and enameled lava stone counters in a soft white, slightly crackled finish create a luminous and durable work surface. The L-shaped island provides plenty of room for food prep and cleanup, with dual sinks and dishwashers, so two cooks can easily work here.

Of all of the room’s many appealing features, a large blue leather banquette serves as the kitchen’s centerpiece, where children, grandchildren and guests can relax and converse with their hosts while the meal gets prepared around them.

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PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Sarah Weiland Tusk Home + Design Westport; 203-319-0001 tuskhomeanddesign.com Builder Gina Schapiro Grace Design Build Stamford; 917-446-8214 gracedb.com

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n eighteen-foot concrete-topped island, which offers seating at both ends and surrounds a built-in banquette with its own custom zinc table, composes the centerpiece of this large kitchen. Designed for a new beach home in Fairfield, the central space is lit by four striking coral pendant lights and offers plenty of square footage for all of the clients’ needs. Kitchen cabinetry painted in a serene shade of blue and the hand-cut, scalloped antique mirror backsplash connect the interiors with the beach just outside the expansive windows. There’s also room for some fun—since the client wanted a place to enjoy her morning coffee, a pair of whimsical hanging chairs from Bali are positioned for a perfect view of the water. Swings in another area of the space provide an exercise location for the client and her daughter, who can change out the swings for their aerial yoga routines.

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he kitchen of this coastal home in Westport responded to the clients’ request for something light, bright, modern and incredibly functional. In addition to great appliances and the husband’s dream cooktop—a BlueStar—they wanted a massive island to seat their family of five. This central feature provides generous storage areas, leaving wall space for large windows that add light and reveal splendid views. The design team developed a specific task-oriented layout, paying careful attention to the placement of prep, cooking, baking, cleaning and storage zones so that the whole family can work together at one time. Oversize, molded glass pendants over the island filter light and create a welcoming glow. A separate butler’s pantry is the second part of a strategy to maintain the open and airy feel of the kitchen; it provides additional storage and features a pocket door that can be closed off to conceal any cooking messes for later cleanup.

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PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Chrystal Toth Designs Westport; 203-429-4227 chrystaltothdesigns.com Architect Jack Franzen J.P. Franzen Associates Architects Fairfield; 203-259-0529 franzenarchitects.com

Builder John and Steve Segerson Tallman Segerson Builders Fairfield; 203-533-9927 tallmansegerson.com

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PROFESSIONALS Kitchen Designer Meghan De Maria Courtney Yanni Moss Design Southport; 917-292-6153 mdmossdesign.com

Contract Work/ Overall Construction/ Custom Cabinetry Christopher Rosow

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client with the philosophy of “more is more” and a love of color and pattern gave the designers plenty of opportunity to create an original plan for this kitchen. After some rearranging to accommodate structural and layout requirements and concerns, the kitchen’s working area is built around a low-maintenance, high-functioning heart: a stylish extra-large Nano glass island that is also sturdy enough to take the wear and tear of an active family. Flavor Paper’s Brooklyn Toile wallpaper sets off the eat-in kitchen table, and high-voltage custom colored lockers brighten the adjoining mudroom. The top note for this renovated space is an exquisitely detailed butler’s pantry, with custom cabinetry in a gleaming green lacquer, a walnut countertop, Anna French wallpaper on the ceiling and a delicate Arteriors glass pendant.

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design-and-build timeline with less than two months allotted for drawing plans and specifications and just six weeks for construction required a realistic approach for managing this kitchen project and selecting the materials.

The European couple—he’s from Germany, she’s from Spain—wanted easy-access shelving and drawers for their active cooking style. Instead of the open plan that so many clients request, they wanted the intimacy that kitchen walls create. In addition to the sliding glass doors of the gallery, the consistent use of lower drawers creates a streamlined look that nevertheless provides an astounding amount of storage in this modestsized floor plan. The palette of white custom cabinetry and maple shelving integrates the existing flooring—which remained due to the tight schedule—into an overall plan that feels clean and modern and even provides space for a personalized chalkboard wall.

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he client—a boutique-style dermatology practice for adults and children—wanted a complete design concept with features they had envisioned: a clean, modern space with black and white elements, marble, mixed metals and wood tones. To create a sense of community with the design, key decorative elements were sourced from all local artisans. Upon entering, patients are welcomed by a sleek, pristine and beautiful reception area. The custom desk has a dynamic face of book-matched Calacatta marble slabs and honed absolute black granite counters, and the light oak slatted wood ceiling has a unique, staggered lighting pattern. The design, which includes a waiting room and a retail display area, clearly reflects the mantra of the practice: to make patients feel warm and welcomed in a comfortable environment, instantly communicating a sense of the quality care they will receive.

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Design/Build Milton Development Westport 203-441-8385 miltondevelopment.com

Interior Designer Dana Ferraro Molly Patton Design Fairfield; 203-520-0598 mollypattondesign.com

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Architect Ronald Goodin, Principal Angelo Palmieri and Kyle Choleva, Job Captains Crosskey Architects Hartford; 860-724-3000 crosskey.com

Interior General Contractor Steve Burns, Owner S.J. Burns Co., Inc. East Hartford 860-649-7355

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PROFESSIONALS Architect Robert Cardello David LaPierre Robert A. Cardello Architects Norwalk; 203-853-2524 cardelloarchitects.com

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Builder Penny Glassmeyer PG Properties 203-655-9006 pgproperties.biz

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The prominent site on Post Road, at the bottom of a highway exit ramp, required a sensitive design; head-on, it is perfectly symmetrical, and the building embodies a pleasing pill shape. The building is well matched to the Darien streetscape, with a brick parking area, bronze fixtures and gas lanterns. Large windows surrounding both levels make the interiors bright and airy. Now fully leased, an art and framing gallery uses the first-floor space, which offers excellent display areas. The vaulted ceilings and intricate functional millwork on the second floor make it ideal for the bridal shop that is its current occupant.

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CLARITY HOME INTERIORS

PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Amy Zolin Clarity Home Interiors Greenwich; 203-340-2468 clarityhomeinteriors.com

Builder Bob Fieber The Fieber Group New Canaan; 203-972-4975 fiebergroup.com

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his new home in Darien was like a pristine whiteboard when the clients purchased it. For the home’s double-foyer entry, the design team, who had worked with the homeowners on other projects, saw the opportunity to inject some color, feature artwork and connect the rooms open to it. Functioning as a corridor leading from the front of the home to the back, the entry connects the living room, dining room, den and a grand set of back stairs. For the front entry, vivid blue lacquered walls reflect the personality and style of the clients, and a jewel-like floor pattern custom-designed

by Clarity Home Interiors and handpainted by artist Christopher Rollinson, provides a dramatic and unique element.

The back entry bears a more subdued palette of whites and a custom gray, while a rug and carpeting on the stairs finish off the space. Both feature compelling art.

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n a newly constructed old-world modern home, the leopard rug in the entryway takes center stage. Surrounded by white plaster walls, ironwork and the interplay of curved and linear architectural elements, an equally modern interior design comes together. A custom art piece with linked circles that symbolize each of the five family members hangs above a custom iron table and sits inside a curved plaster cove on one side of the front door; inside the opposite cove is an oversize floor-length brass mirror.

Circling the foyer is a curved plaster staircase with a distinctively modern ironwork railing and a custom-made ombré stair runner. For a playful touch, the powder room off of the foyer is wallpapered in a mob scene “Where’s Andy?” motif, as Andy Warhol is hidden in the crowd.

PROFESSIONALS Architect Vicente-Burin Architects Fairfield; 203-319-9571 vbarchitect.com

Builder E.R.I. Building & Design Darien; 203-655-6952 eribuild.com

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Interior Designer Karen Bow Interiors Darien; 914-953-1517 karenbow.com

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LINDA RUDERMAN INTERIORS

PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Linda Ruderman Interiors Greenwich 203-552-9700 lindaruderman.com

General Contractor Frank Pompa Pompa Development & Construction Greenwich 203-552-5236 pompaconstruction.com

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o create a strong first impression with an entry that has dramatic impact, the clients had expected designer Linda Ruderman to make a bold statement with carpet and artwork.

Instead, she recommended that they replace the existing dark hardwood floor with a stone surface, suggesting a custom patterned limestone floor that had not been included in the original scope of work. With their agreement, the designer removed the existing floor and chose soft natural limestone in a neutral palette of variegated grays, laid in a modified herringbone pattern she designed for them. Ruderman combined this standout feature with complementary geometric design features, custom floor-to-ceiling wood paneling and detailed architectural millwork at each doorway.

With its finishing touches—the clients’ Picasso and Lichtenstein artwork—the design achieved the grand entrance that the clients had desired.

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third-floor space, formed by the ingenious composition of the interior geometry beneath the roof, dormers and atrium, makes an engaging perch for both business and pleasure. Douglas VanderHorn Architects organized the floor plan into desk and seating areas and united them in a nautical theme, complete with porthole windows at the highest points in the room. An outdoor widow’s walk, accessed from the interior space via a ship’s ladder and automatic hatch, rewards family and guests with its panoramic prospect. The dramatic design features include curved mahogany rafters and an array of windows with special muntin patterns at the upper sashes. The room’s irresistible location and its combination of contemporary clean lines and antique charm create a sunny centerpiece for this newly built home.

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PROFESSIONALS Architect Douglas VanderHorn Architects Greenwich 203-622-7000 vanderhornarchitects.com Interior Designer Toni Gallagher Interiors Rye, NY; 914-522-7697 tonigallagherinteriors.com

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Contractor Significant Homes, LLC New Canaan 203-966-5700 significanthomesllc.com Lighting Consultant and Supplier Patdo Light Studio Port Chester, NY 914-937-6707 patdolight.com

A/V Consultant InnerSpace Electronics Mt. Kisco, NY 914-937-9700 innerspaceelectronics. com

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MARK P. FINLAY ARCHITECTS & INTERIORS

PROFESSIONALS Architect Mark P. Finlay, Principal Joe Mulligan Matt Lian Debbie Szabo Maureen Kokorda Mark P. Finlay Architects Southport; 203-254-2388 markfinlay.com Interior Designer Tina Anastasia, Partner and Director of Interior Design Alex Varvoglis Mark P. Finlay Interiors Southport; 203-254-2388 markfinlayinteriors.com Builder Hobbs, Inc. New Canaan; 203-966-0726 hobbsinc.com

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he clients wanted the library of their new home in Greenwich to serve as a retreat to enjoy leisure and hobbies. Its design complements not only the gracious style of the home’s Georgian architecture, but also a level of extravagance in the library’s detailing that reflects the importance of this space to the homeowners. In creating this grand room, Mark P. Finlay Architects & Interiors incorporated dozens of exceptional features, including a mezzanine reading room overlooking the first floor, an intricately carved rounded ceiling above and a hidden door leading to a spiral staircase to the mezzanine.

Since the homeowner is an avid fan of comics and superheroes, an extensive collection needed to be integrated in a traditional design. Custombuilt displays hold memorabilia, and many of the room’s architectural elements make reference to the superheroes, creating a seamless fit for the contemporary hobby within a classic framework.

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PROFESSIONAL Interior Designer Carmiña Roth Interiors Greenwich 203-987-5961 carminarothinteriors.com

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he graphic black-and-white Marthe Armitage print inspired the design of this cozy yet elegant guest bedroom in a custom new home. The fresh and modern pattern, appearing on both the walls and window treatments and echoed in Schumacher’s Alexandra Branca ticking stripe on the mattress cover, helps to visually expand the size of the small room and still feels cohesive with the traditional style of the home. To incorporate the client’s antique French iron bed, a metal welder assisted in adapting the bed to an American queen size, and white oak nightstands were carefully scaled to suit. Two blue Putnam & Mason lamps flank the bed, and a bolster covered in an Hermès fabric further boosts the chic combination of blue and black. A Circa Lighting chandelier, a sisal rug

by Stark Carpet and a vintage Louis Vuitton steamer trunk round out the design.

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PHILIP A. GULOTTA JR. LLC PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Philip A. Gulotta Jr. LLC Greenwich 203-395-9905 philipgulottadesign.com Contractor Mirek Wandzel Greenwich 203-667-4615

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fter completing minor renovations to this master suite—including removing a wall to recapture a sitting room and replacing two-piece casement windows with single-panel floor-to-ceiling ones—Philip Gulotta created a modern, masculine and sexy space. The room is designed around graphic Italian cut velvet in shades of chocolate, taupe and cream. Andy Warhol’s Rorschach-inspired inkblot wallpaper from Flavor Paper provides depth, and its large-scale pattern mixes beautifully with the smaller-scale one on the headboard, a wool-and-silk Italian velvet by Lee Jofa. A pair of vintage ’60s cork lamps offer texture, and the faux finish on the vintage ’70s campaign chests by Henredon adds warmth.

Crisp tone-on-tone linens dress the bed, and a wall of black-and-white photography and art is visually compelling without adding color to the room.

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PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Melissa Lindsay Pimlico Interiors Westport; 203-972-8166 pimlicointeriors.com Builder Keith Gerety Gerety Building & Restoration Katonah, NY; 914-248-1300 geretyrestoration.com

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asked with creating a sophisticated bedroom for a stylish teenage girl, Melissa Lindsay of Pimlico Interiors needed to incorporate touches of youth and femininity while crafting an elegant space that could stand the test of time as her client entered her adult years. Given the large scale of the room, an accent wall in a whimsical Schumacher wallcovering is a delightful surprise upon entering the space, and its metallic sheen offers a layer of depth and interest. One-of-akind finds, such as the vintage Murano glass leaf sconces and an Art Deco fluted-style desk doubling as a vanity, inject personality. A tall, custom upholstered headboard and rails ground the room, and custom-built nightstands sit on either side. A cozy tufted tuxedo-style upholstered sofa and luxurious fur-covered bench compose an inviting vignette that completes the space.

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ith calming views of Long Island Sound, this master suite is a soothing retreat from everyday life. To offset the colorful rug underfoot, a custom upholstered bed in a gray-and-brown chunky woven fabric is paired with a lighter plaid open-frame bench at its foot. In the seating area, two comfy Verellen Duke chairs are primed for morning coffee and water views, and the Samsung Frame TV above the fireplace is cleverly disguised as a work of art. In a nod to the clients’ love for traveling, hotel-like amenities, such as a custom breakfast bar with a sink, fridge and coffee station, were included in the design.

Touches of walnut balance out the bleached ash found on the ceiling, mantel and slatted breakfast bar door, and white oak covers the floor. To accommodate the adjustable mattress, custom walnut-and-antique-mirror nightstands include a tray above the drawers that can slide in and out with the position of the bed. athomefc.com

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PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Denise Davies D2 Interieurs Westport/Weston 646-326-7048 d2interieurs.com

Architect Mike Cusato Cusato Architecture Westport 203-395-4663 cusatoarchitecture.com

Custom Cabinetry and Millwork Old World Construction Redding 203-544-9263

Stone Dushi Marble & Granite Stamford 203-978-0038 dushimg.com

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n a waterfront home designed to maximize the views of Lake Lillinonah, D2 Interieurs and team created this chic master suite for a busy couple with three children. The large room, part of the family’s weekend escape from the city, is filled with texture and softness and intentionally designed to capitalize on the amazing vistas. The ceiling, accented with custom molding, is papered in Phillip Jeffries’s St. Barts Serenity in White Washed and centered with a light fixture from Design Within Reach. Resting on top of a plush silk rug, the custom upholstered bed is framed by one-of-a-kind handcrafted pendants from an artist in Germany. A bench customdesigned by D2 Interieurs is upholstered in Holly Hunt’s Ombre Alpaca fabric, and a half-moon fringe mirror from The Future Perfect finds its home over the dresser.

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PROFESSIONALS Interior Designer Karen Bow Interiors Darien; 914-953-1517 karenbow.com Architect Patrick Ahearn Architect Boston; 617-266-1710 patrickahearn.com Builder Burnham & Magnuson Builders Edgartown, MA 508-627-5019 burnhamand magnuson.com Upholstery Artistic Upholstery Norwalk 203-849-8907 artisticupholstery andfabrics.com

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his master bedroom, housed in a home on Martha’s Vineyard, is an oasis for the clients, who often host friends throughout the summer. Taking a cue from the client’s favorite color, an ikat wool rug in a medley of blues grounds the space. The king-size bed, covered in a soft gray linen, is dressed in a white linen duvet accented with thin navy and teal stripes and topped with a layering of pillows, including two embroidered ones that embrace all of the colors in the room. Hanging above the navy linen nightstands styled with scalloped marble toppers are glass-andbrass lights that offer clutter-free lighting for nighttime reading, and a companion navy dresser provides ample storage and a backdrop for midnight movie-watching.

Borrowing turquoise from the wool rug, the linen drapes are reminiscent of the Vineyard’s water. The showstopper? A loft staircase made out of mixed metals with nautical inspiration.

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PROFESSIONALS Architect Charles Hilton Architects Greenwich; 203-489-3800 hiltonarchitects.com

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his in-town Greenwich home was designed for a retired couple who wanted to downsize from their Westchester estate. The building site on a beautiful but sloping ridgetop parcel dictated a plan that cut the ground floor into the slope; living spaces were arranged across four floors, unified by an elegant central staircase and nearby elevator. The home’s compact footprint provides generous and convenient interior and exterior spaces for entertaining, ample living space for the couple and enough room for a lawn and private gardens. The timeless style of this new stone Georgian structure makes it appear as if it has been a part of its turn-ofthe-century neighborhood for decades, yet, unlike its neighbors, the durable and INTERIOR DESIGNER super-efficient materials chosen for the home keep maintenance and energy costs to Georgia Zikas Design a minimum. Thanks to high-performance systems, the clients report only a quarter West Hartford of the energy use of their previous 1910 home. 860-712-7489 georgiazikasdesign.com CONTRACTOR

Wojtek Ultimate Construction Ridgefield 203-829-7806

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General Contractor Significant Homes, LLC New Canaan; 203-966-5700 significanthomesllc.com Interior Designer Toni Gallagher Interiors Vero Beach, FL; 914-522-7697 tonigallagherinteriors.com Landscape Architect Rutherford Associates Old Greenwich; 203-637-2718 Ornamental Metal Jozef Custom Ironworks Bridgeport; 203-384-6363 jozef.net

Custom Stair Hall Pendant Fixture Remains Lighting New York City; 212-675-8051 remains.com Plumbing Fixtures Waterworks Danbury; 203-546-6000 waterworks.com Klaffs Norwalk Floors Stephen Gamble Historic Floors and Finishes Greenwich; 203-866-0892 stephengamble.com Stone Slabs and Tile Fordham Marble Stamford; 203-348-5088 fordhammarble.com

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magical Sherwood Island home site, accessible only via footbridge, has direct Long Island Sound beach on one side and a tidal oyster pond on the other. Because of its location, nearly everything—except stone, which came by barge—was carried via wheelbarrows over the footbridge. For the exterior, a large expanse of floor-to-ceiling lift-and-slide oversize openings creates a contemporary aesthetic, while the gambrel rooflines and gray shingles hearken to the area’s history. Rigorous attention to detail and finishes connects the 4,000-square-foot structure’s interior to its natural surroundings, with a palette of beige and taupe found in the limestone, marble and washed stained woods that echo the sandbars and beach just footsteps away. Its central public space, for the living and dining areas and the kitchen, is defined and organized by a central freestanding gas fireplace and opens up to grand views and the exterior dining terrace and pool.

PROFESSIONALS Architect McKee Patterson, AIA Gabriella Albini, Associate AIA Don Kirmizi APD Architects Southport; 203-255-4031 apdarchitects.com

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Interior Designer Lesley Lowe Design Brooklyn, NY; 917-566-4079 lesleylowedesign.com Landscape Architect Devore Associates Fairfield; 203-256-8950 devoreassoc.com Builder Bill Manderville Tallman Building Company Southport 203-254-3055 tallmanbuilding.com athomefc.com

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n this beach community with expansive views of the Atlantic Ocean, local zoning laws keep the size of building footprints modest. This 3,000-square-foot vacation home, designed for a family of six who welcome many friends and extended family throughout the season, lives larger than its floor plan suggests. While its traditional exterior blends comfortably into its surroundings, interior spaces have been opened up, and the design scheme uses modern materials and splashes of color; the sprawling layout of the public rooms and porches takes advantage of the views. For pool privacy, the architects designed a long pool house facing the entry court; porches adjoining the pool area provide shaded retreats from the brilliant summer sun. With just five official bedrooms, the clients can still entertain a crowd—bunks, concealed Murphy beds and built-in daybeds provide sleeping capacity for nineteen.

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PROFESSIONALS Architect Vicente-Burin Architects Fairfield 203-319-9571 vbarchitect.com Builder Tom Garrette Hanley Development Nantucket, MA 508-228-5543 hanleydevelopment.com

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o make a large new home feel like an estate built in the early 20th century, getting the details right is critical. For this center hall Colonial in Westchester, the architect sited the new structure away from the busy thoroughfare that the property’s original house had faced. With the new front elevation, the plan required some adjustment of the topography; on that base grew a Colonial classic with perfectly proportioned rooms, both indoors and out. Clean-lined millwork, layers of color that range from silvers and pinks to steel blues, charcoal and rich royal purple, textured fabrics and pattern in all the right places create a series of spaces for daily living, relaxation and quiet retreat. The artwork throughout is very considered and diverse in medium, elevating each space and creating opportunities to imagine.

General Contractor H&Y Construction Brookfield; 203-775-2246 hyconstruction.com

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Landscape Designer Jennifer Anderson Design & Development Wilton; 203-834-9666 jenniferanderson-designs.com

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he architects used the elegant restraint of the Regency style, with its crisp lines and traditional white stucco façade, as an apt solution for a new home on property along the shore in Southport. Its symmetry provides presence in a form pleasing to the clients, who have European roots and were looking for a balance between traditional design and some of the minimalist aesthetic of their Norwegian backgrounds. The rear of the house, with its many large openings to the panoramic water view, also captures the concept of indoor/outdoor living, aligning with the wife’s experience during her time in California. The use of oversize windows makes the scale of the home appear smaller, giving its rooms an intimate feel despite the eleven-foot ceilings and sprawling floor plan. Abundant natural light from these openings also enhances the sense of serenity throughout this grand yet very livable space.

PROFESSIONALS Architect Mark P. Finlay, Principal Jay Valade Joe Mulligan Mark P. Finlay Architects Southport; 203-254-2388 markfinlay.com

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Interior Designer Tina Anastasia, Partner and Director of Interior Design Katie Schelle Mark P. Finlay Interiors Southport; 203-254-2388 markfinlayinteriors.com

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Builder Hobbs, Inc. New Canaan 203-966-0726 hobbsinc.com

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PROFESSIONALS Architect Thompson Raissis Architects Darien; 203-399-0100 tr-architects.com General Contractor RT Management Darien; 203-399-0100 Kitchen Designer Lindy Weaver Design Associates Cos Cob; 203-869-6764

Wood Floors Stephen Gamble Historic Floors and Finishes Greenwich; 203-866-0892 stephengamble.com Designer Orrick & Company Greenwich; 203-532-1188 orrickandcompany.com

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sing the Shingle-style vernacular for this new custom home on Darien’s waterfront, traditional materials and details that evoke the character of a late 19th- or early 20thcentury coastal home were used throughout.

Concurrently, the architect worked with the clients to develop a program that incorporated all of the available modern amenities and technology.

The homeowner placed an emphasis on energy efficiency and environmentally responsible building practices. In response, a geothermal heating system combined with effective HVAC zoning, radiant heating and insulation achieve levels of heating and cooling efficiency that are otherwise uncommon in a home of this size. With attention paid to indoor air quality with VOC-free products, the result is a home that exceeds modern standards for design, luxury and performance while embodying the quality and classical beauty of the homes that inspired its design. Strong connections between spaces and the interior and exterior enhance family living and maximize waterfront views.

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