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Dining room from“Welcome to The People's Project,” page 57. Photograph by Keith Scott Morton

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on the cover Sunroom in the Governor’s Residence, page 57. photograph by Keith Scott Morton

Welcome to The People's Project In an extraordinary undertaking led by CTC&G, the Connecticut Governor’s Residence was literally transformed by a remarkable team of talented designers, all with ties to the Nutmeg State. by Allegra Muzzillo photographs by Keith Scott Morton

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Falling for Gems

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Color Boards Take an up-close and personal look at the designers’ choices for paint, fabric, tile and more.

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What’s New

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Celebrate the colors of autumn with these stunning pieces.

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Contributors

Out of the Box

Our favorite pieces from the Governor’s Mansion. produced by Hollis Romanelli

Travel by Design

Meet The Designers What do the People’s Project designers love about their spaces? We find out.

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by Isabelle Kellogg photographs by John Simoudis

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Deeds & Don'ts Inside stories behind this season’s most intriguing homes and the best real estate deals. by Diane di Costanzo

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Residence Redux

AUSTIN PATTERSON DISSTON

are hot topics for governors across the country. I have a different concern—where they live. In the 1980s, I embarked on a project at 138 Eagle Street in Albany. With the help of interior designer Stanley Hura, we refreshed a suite of rooms for Governor Mario Cuomo. Fast forward to this past February. ■ On a bright and snowy afternoon, I pulled up in front of 990 Prospect Avenue in Hartford, the new home of our new governor and his wife—Dannel and Cathy Malloy. As I stared at this beautiful Georgian Revival house, I knew I couldn’t wait to go inside. I walked from room to room, taking in the beautiful moldings of these wonderfully proportioned rooms. It was powerful to stand in such an iconic house. But as much as I loved the architecture, most of the furnishings in these rooms needed help. Poor furniture placement made most of the rooms uncomfortable for large gatherings or an intimate dinner with friends. In essence, the rooms felt cold and had very little personality. I knew the house deserved better; I knew the governor and his wife deserved better; I knew the people of Connecticut deserved better. ■ Having worked on public and historic houses that cost nothing to taxpayers gave me the insight on how to polish this diamond in the rough. I knew that by bringing many, many players into the mix, our state could have an official residence that would showcase the great talent here. Interior designers chose rooms; generous donations of goods and services from manufacturers, artisans, workrooms, retailers, painters, carpenters, plumbers and electricians flowed forth. Work began: Sketches were submitted, colors chosen, fabrics stitched, walls painted. In the end, a magnificent house became a home. ■ I would like to thank the Governor’s Residence Conservancy that owns and operates the mansion and property for its support. In addition, I am grateful for the enthusiasm and genuine interest of Governor and Mrs. Malloy whose collective vision for the public spaces in the Residence was that of a younger, modern family in a traditional home. If it were not for the staff at the Residence working under the loving eye of Executive Director Carol O’Shea, none of this would have been possible, especially not in six months. I am so proud to share this iconic house with all of you. I am sure you will take as much pride as I do in the results. It truly is the People’s House: your house. Now go visit.

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The Pride of CT As Governor Malloy addressed the assembled group in the foyer of the Governor’s Residence on Prospect Avenue in Hartford, I was struck by the audience’s expressions. The governor was saying that he and his wife, Cathy, were genuinely appreciative of the monumental effort that had been made by Connecticut’s design community under the direction of Connecticut Cottages & Gardens Editorial Director D.J. Carey to redecorate the 17 public rooms in the Residence, pool house and guest cottage. ■ And the home was splendid indeed. Fit for a Governor. Fit for the next Governor and fit for the people of Connecticut. We called it the People’s Project, as the building is not only a home for the First Family, but also a focal point and meeting place for countless nonprofit groups, businesses and charities. ■ The listening group was made up of Connecticut’s premier designers, manufacturers and retailers who had, for months, busied themselves making someone else’s home fabulous. All of them contributed their products and services at no charge. ■ By any measure their contributions were significant and the expressions on their faces showed pleasure and genuine pride. Even in these unsettled times, they had found the strength and resources to contribute in a meaningful way to their community. ■ Take some time this holiday season to visit the Residence and see for yourself the results of this wonderful collaboration.

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Using his lens as a valuable link between people and their surroundings, Keith Scott Morton is a sought-after photographer. He is featured in leading design magazines, and has also photographed numerous books. As for his time working on November CTC&G, Scott Morton says, “for an interiors photographer, it doesn’t get any better.”

ALLEGrA MuZZiLLo

Freelance writer and editor Allegra Muzzillo penned this issue’s feature on the room-by-room revamp of the 15,000 square-foot Governor’s Residence in Hartford (“Welcome to The People’s Project,” pages 57 through 79). She says, “Restoring the Residence to its original glory wasn’t easy, but the camaraderie I saw was utterly heartwarming.”

Eric ricHArDs

Eric Richards, a photographer and digital tech, has followed his passion for photography for more than 35 years. His commercial work, which ranges from tabletop, to fashion, to the People’s Project, allows him to use all of his skills and knowledge. He says, “The most impressive achievement is the effort of so many people that goes unseen.”

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our ViDEo crEW New York–based cinematographer Melissa Donovan has worked in all facets of the film world. Experienced in commercial, independent and documentary film, her resume boasts such titles as director of photography on PBS’s Vine Talk. Donovan’s talent was recognized at the New Haven Film Festival with the Kodak Award for Cinematography. She brought her trained eye to CTC&G as videographer for the People’s Project; “it was wonderful to shoot with designers of this caliber,” she says. JoDi Gibson

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RUGS & FABRICS IN NATURAL FIBERS After being hand dyed in gorgeous nuanced colors, our yarns are wound in measured lengths and threaded on the loom where panels are woven by the hands of skilled artisans. Elizabeth Eakins is renowned for distinctive rugs and fabrics and wstructures and vibrant colors and is another example of the superb quality our clients expect. To ﬁnd out more, visit us at our studio in South Norwalk or at ElizabethEakins.com Our studio is now open to the public with a splendid selection of pillows, fabrics and rugs. 5 Taft Street, South Norwalk, CT 06854 • 203.831.9347 • 654 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10065 • 212.628.1950 © 8550 Melrose Avenue, West Hollywood, CA 90069 • 310.657.8550 2011 Elizabeth Eakins, Inc.

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Here, we showcase a selection of our favorite items from the newly refreshed rooms of the People’s Project.

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This striking Medallion Mirror with an antique finish makes an eye-catching focal point in the guest cottage. Currey & Company (T), Atlanta, GA, 877-768-6428, curreycodealers.com. photographS by keith Scott morton 11.2011

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Sparkling in the reception area, this decorative mother of pearl storage box from LCR’s Platt collection makes an elegant accent piece. LCR, West Hartford, 860-231-7742, lcrcollection.com.

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This silk flower arrangement of white blooms and ferns by Diane James brings a touch of spring to the desk in the Residence’s library. Diane James Design, Norwalk, 203-846-0303, dianejames.com. stateLy seateD

Ivory-colored wing chairs with polished nickel nail heads add traditional charm with a twist to the dining room. Available through Sandra Morgan Interiors/SM Home, Greenwich, 203-629-8121, sandramorganinteriors.com.

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Lillian August’s Mary Elizabeth birchwood armchair, covered in Philip Gorrivan for Highland Court fabric, stands out in the sunroom with its great structure and lavender hue. Lillian August, Norwalk, 203-847-1596, lillianaugust.com.

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TABLE, BAR, GIFT & REGISTRY Available at select stores or by appointment at our studio: South Norwalk, CT | www.teroforma.com | 203.899.9950 Pictured:Our Oyyo White Bone China Mug surrounded by a pile of our Arbor Wool Felt Coasters, available in a multitude of seasonal colors.

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Crafted from Italian pewter and painted glass, these glamorous bath accessories from Labrazel add a bit of polish to the ladies’ and men’s rooms. Labrazel, West Hartford, 860-232-6300, labrazel.com.

LUXE LINENS

Luxurious classic linens from Home Boutique’s Meridien collection are a must for the guest cottage. Home Boutique of Greenwich, 203-869-2550, homeboutique.com.

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Easton dining chairs in pear look right at home in the guest cottage dining room. Maine Cottage, Jessup, MD, 866-366-3505, mainecottage.com.

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Fovama’s Persian Tabriz rug, seen in the living room, pairs a traditional Middle Eastern pattern with modern colors. Fovama, Westport, 203-254-0222, fovamaofwestport.com.

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Spit and polish is the mantra in the guest cottage kitchen with Elkay’s Avado sink and Victoria faucet. Elkay, 630-547-8484, elkayusa.com.

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Jewelry and Watches Show your loved ones how much you care this holiday season with the perfect gift. Here are some ideas to help you choose.

Cynthia Rose Jewelry

A magnificent mélange of antique and modern one-of-a-kind earrings, necklaces and charms. Create your own bespoke collection! L’Armoire | 102 Park Street, New Canaan, CT | 203.966.1764 | larmoirenewcanaan.com

Lenox Jewelers

Chopard Happy Sport Oval watch set in 18K rose gold with seven floating diamonds (0.39 carats). $15,980. Lenox Jewelers | 2379 Black Rock Turnpike, Fairfield, CT | 203.374.6157 | lenox-jewelers.com

Steven Fox Jewelry

From the Brazilian state of Paraiba comes this rare and precious gemstone, the Paraiba Tourmaline (14.04 carats). A Steven Fox custom design set in a handmade platinum mounting. Encircled by sugarloaf-cut, natural Burmese rubies (2.85 carats), with diamond baguettes (.48 carats). Steven Fox Jewelry | 8 Lewis Street, Greenwich, CT | 203.629.3303 | stevenfoxjewelry.com

Faye Kim Designs

Featuring unique design and timeless elegance, Faye Kim’s collection is the ultimate in jewelry for women of today. Rings in 18K gold with gemstones, handcrafted in the USA. $1,495–$3,600. Faye Kim Designs | 190 Main Street, Westport, CT | 203.226.3511 | fayekimdesigns.com

Jewels by Viggi

These are stunning stackable bangles made of 18K white, yellow or rose gold. Each bangle has round cut diamonds (1.36 carats) set in a secure channel setting with a hidden closure. $3,000 each. Jewels by VIGGI | 40 Greenwich Avenue, Greenwich, CT | 203.622.2900 | jewelsbyviggi.com

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RECEPTION AREA Jamie Drake, Drake Design Associates 1 Bench fabric, Not Square in margaux, Jamie Drake Collection, Schumacher (T), 212-4153900, fschumacher.com. 2 Field fabric on drapes, Jazzed in bloody mary, Jamie Drake Collection, Schumacher. 3 Table skirt fabric, Vallier Vine in graphite, Jamie Drake Collection, Schumacher. 4 Drape trim, Le Jardin Silk Border in 17 black, Samuel & Sons (T), 212-704-8000, samuelandsons.com. 5 Crown stripe paint, Summer Sun Pink, Benjamin Moore through Ring’s End, ringsend.com. 6 Ceiling paint, Soft Pink, Benjamin Moore through Ring’s End. 7 Wall paint, Sidewalk Gray, Benjamin Moore through Ring’s End. 8 Table skirt trim, Rouen Tassel Fringe in 09 ruby, Samuel & Sons. 9 Drape border fabric, Raindrops in ripe tomato, Jamie Drake Collection, Schumacher. See page 59.

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1-2 Wall coverings, Ralph Lauren, Brandman’s of Westport, ralphlauren.com. 3 Tile, Honed Basket Weave in Bianco Carrara Nero Marquina, American Stone, amerastone.com. See page 68.

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1 Flooring, Classic Travertine, New Ravenna Mosaics, newravenna.com. 2 Center of floor, circle mosaic tile border, New Ravenna. 3 Baseboard trim, Klaff’s Signature Series Cabinetry, 203-866-1603, klaffs.com. 4 Cabinetry, Klaff’s. 5 Crown molding, Klaff’s. 6 Circle molding, carved wood, Klaff’s. 7 Accent stone, Travertine stone field mosaic, New Ravenna. 8 Striped wallpaper, GP&J Baker through Brandman’s of Westport. See page 69.

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SUNROOM Philip Gorrivan, Philip Gorrivan Design 1-4 Ceiling paint, Violet Petal; stripe paint, Smoke Embers; trim paint, Nimbus; wall paint, Pewter, Benjamin Moore through Ring’s End, ringsend.com. 5 Throw pillow fabric, Banks in peacock. 6 Throw pillows and wing back chairs fabric, Woods End in kohl. 7 Sofa fabric, Roxbury in verdegris. 8 Window seat cushion and Mary Elizabeth chair fabric, Cologne in fig. 9 Throw pillow fabric, Concerto in peacock. 10 Throw pillow on window seat fabric, Maharani in plum. 11 Drape panel fabric, Homer in verdegris. 12 Wing chair throw pillow fabric, Alhambra Matelasse in plum. 13 Club chair throw pillow fabric, Wexford in peacock. All fabrics are from Philip Gorrivan for Highland Court through Duralee (T), 212-752-4040, duralee.com. See pages 62-63.

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1 Loveseat fabric, Sark in tern. 2 Throw pillow trim, P.1106.04. 3 Drapery fabric, Twill in lynx. 4-8 Christopher Peacock paint: Mayfair White, Abbey Walls, Scullery White, Bitumen and Porcelain, peacockpaint. com. 9 Throw pillow cord trim, P.1108.01. 10 Skirt on console trim, P.1105.01. 11 Trim on throw pillows, P.0166.03. 12 Loveseat trim, P.1101.01. 13 Table skirt fabric, Ruff in chocolate. 14 Double welt on ottoman, Aripeka in mussel. 15 Chair fabric, Wool Velvet in hazelnut. 16 Leading edge on drapery fabric, Caryopsis in spelt. 17 Ottoman fabric, Picardie in pug. 18 Wing chair fabric, Crail in ceramic. All fabric and trim from Rogers & Goffigon Ltd. (T), 203-532-8068. See pages 60-61.

1 Chair fabric, Brina in alabaster, Kravet (T), 800-645-9068, kravet.com. 2 Walls and ceiling wallcovering, Bamboo in ivory and yellow, Cowtan & Tout (T), cowtanandtout.com. 3 Curtain fabric, Bellini Stripe in yellow and ivory, Cowtan & Tout. 4 Blue and white porcelain on table, Sandra Morgan Interiors. 5 Trim paint, Scullery White, Chistopher Peacock Paint, peacockpaint.com. See pages 66-67.

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1 Cabinetry, maple in onyx, Medallion through NuKitchens, nukitchens.com. 2 Cabinetry, maple in Harbor Mist, Medallion through Nukitchens. 3 Wall covering on ceiling, Negril, Thibaut (T), thibautdesign.com. 4 Valance, artwork fabric, Chiang Mai Dragon in aquamarine, Schumacher (T), 212-415-3900, fschumacher.com. 5 Wall paint, White Dove, Benjamin Moore through Ring’s End, ringsend.com. 6 Cushion fabric, Breaker in navy, DeLany & Long Ltd. through Rogers & Goffigon Ltd. (T), 203-532-0010. 7 Countertops, Martini Flint, Vetrazzo, Artistic Tile, artistictile.com. 8 Changing cabana fabric, Seaward Captain in navy, Sailrite, sailrite.com. 9 Backsplash, East Hampton, Artistic Tile. See pages 70-71.

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1 Couch and bolster fabric, Lorenzo Embroidery in natural. 2 Twin bed skirt fabric, Montebello Stripe in pearl. 3 Queen headboard fabric, Palampore Embroidery in mineral. 4-6 Ceiling and trim paint, Decorators White; queen bedroom walls, stair paint, Davenport Tan; twin bedroom and bath walls, stair paint, Baby Fawn, Benjamin Moore through Ring’s End, ringsend.com. 7-8 Valance fabric, Gweneth Linen in greige and haze. 9 Drapery fabric, Anya Linen in mineral. 10 Queen bed skirt fabric, Dotted Silk Weave in mocha. All fabrics from Schumacher (T), 212-415-3900, fschumacher.com. See pages 78-79.

Carey Karlan, last Detail Interior Design 1-2 Wall paint, Lighthouse Landing; ceiling and trim paint, White Dove, Benjamin Moore through Ring’s End, ringsend. com. 3 Lining fabric, Chanticleer in clove, Rogers & Goffigon Ltd. (T), 203-532-8068. 4 Flange fabric, Aripeka in lady’s mantel, Rogers & Goffigon Ltd. 5 Window treatment fabric, Cordate in reed, Barclay Butera through Kravet (T), 800-645-9068, kravet.com. 6-7 Color of chairs and table, pear, ivory, Maine Cottage, 866-366-3505 mainecottage.com. See pages 72-73.

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This 13,732-square-foot Georgian on 2.5 acres rivals a resort for the amenities it offers. Consider the lower level with its billiard room, home theater, wine cellar and grotto, gym, massage room and changing rooms that service the pool, just steps outside on a landscaped terrace. But wait, there’s more: You’ll also find a disco downstairs— mirror ball included. The large, elegant rooms on the two top floors are posh and proper with high ceilings, plaster walls, elegant millwork and a total of six fireplaces. In all, there are 24 rooms, including seven bedrooms and eight

resort-like residence This Greenwich property offers an awesome list of indoor amenities, including a billiard room, home theater, wine cellar and grotto, gym, and massage room, along with seven bedrooms and eight bathrooms. On the 2.5-acre grounds: a cool pool and terrace, formal gardens and a grand fountain. Barbara Daly and Leslie McElwreath of Sotheby’s International Realty in Greenwich have the $10.9 million listing. 203-618-3171 and 203-618-3165.

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twain twin we’re featuring this pretty Victorian for its striking resemblance to samuel clemens’ home—aka the Mark twain house & Museum—just over a mile away. clemens’ 25-room mansion was built on a much grander scale, with his foyer famously crafted by tiffany artisans. the listing pictured here, at 821 Prospect Avenue in west hartford (down the street from the People’s Project) was built in 1870, three years before clemens started construction. it features gorgeous woodwork, stunning stained-glass windows, seven fireplaces, five bedrooms and three bathrooms, plus one half bathroom. Jacquelyn Allingham of Prudential connecticut realty in west hartford has the $599,000 listing. 860-561-8088.

Privacy Please This Litchfield County compound sits on 50 private acres in the town of Washington. The grounds offer a pool, tennis courts, pond, waterfalls, guest cottage and barn. Inside the circa1850 home: six bedrooms and five bathrooms, plus one half bathroom. Peter Klemm of Klemm Real Estate has the $5 million listing 860-868-7313, ext. 24.

bathrooms. Barbara Daly and Leslie McElwreath of Sotheby’s International Realty in Greenwich have the listing. 203-618-3171 and 203-618-3165. litchfield county estAte $5 Million wAshinGton

This Shingle-style compound seems tailor-made for house parties that last all weekend. There are plenty of places to put up guests, starting with the charming, two-bedroom guest cottage clad in weathered barn siding. The circa-1850 main house has six bedrooms and five bathrooms (plus one half bathroom) and loads of space to entertain, including a large

kitchen, a family room with a stone fireplace and a living room with exposed beams and views onto the terrace. And then there is the 50-acre property that ensures both privacy and a great first impression: The approach to the home features a long, tree-lined drive ending in a front courtyard. The grounds also offer a pool and pergola, tennis courts, a large pond, waterfalls and a barn. Peter Klemm of Klemm Real Estate has the listing 860-868-7313, ext. 24. windsor house $3,950,000 new cAnAAn & wilton

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MADISON, Ct Direct waterfront shingle style residence on Middle Beach Road West. Details and exceptional materials throughout. Large acre lot, over 200 ft. of sandy beach overlooking Tuxis Island. $6,295,000. MLS: M9130034. Madison Brokerage. Margaret Muir 203.738.0202

DARIEN, Ct Classic country compound with pedigree and patina. Renovated 1935 Georgian Colonial, 2-bedroom/2-bath cottage, 2-story barn, pool, pool house. 3-car garage. $4,900,000. ConnecticutEstateProperty.com. Darien Brokerage. Doug Werner 203.962.2601

DARIEN, Ct One of 12 waterfront estates on Butler’s Island. Regal, sun-drenched and magical, with private dock and personal elevator. Like being on vacation every day of the year. $4,375,000. 5NorthRoad.com. Darien Brokerage. Andrea Kostanecki 203.858.3553

LYME, Ct Country Estate with substantial acreage. Historic Farm, spectacular setting, barns and outbuildings perfect for showcasing all your collections. Near Hamburg Cove and L.I. Sound. $2,995,000. MLS: M9118711. Essex Brokerage. Ellen Henderson 860.961.9643

LYME, Ct Exquisite Country Retreat. Stunning 2002 reconstruction of a c.1750 Blacksmith Shop. Fabulous new kitchen, private 5 acres, 4-bedroom suites, picture-perfect barn, near Hamburg Cove. $2,495,000. MLS: M9129268. Essex Brokerage. Ellen Henderson 860.961.9643

RIDGEFIELD, Ct Majestic Colonial. Built to a discriminating standard. Exceptional residence, stunning architectural detail, lush landscape, Gunite pool, spa, 3.5 private acres. $2,399,000. 51WestMountainRd.com. Ridgefield Brokerage. Roni Agress 203.733.2656

WILtON, Ct Wilton’s finest antique estate with the charm of yesteryear and today’s amenities. Front to back foyer leads to gracious rooms, 9 fireplaces, lovely grounds and a stunning pool. $2,100,000. MLS: 98514612. Wilton Brokerage. JoAnne Fisher 203.834.6033 x306

DEEP RIVER, Ct “River Gothic” High above the CT River with stunning views, architecturally designed in the Gothic revival genre. Exquisite in every aspect of detail and finish. $1,925,000. MLS: M9129559. Essex Brokerage. Jennifer & Jane Associates 860.388.7710

ESSEX, Ct Village waterfront home c.1837 with dock on Middle Cove. Wonderful flow for family living and entertaining. Separate studio with full bath over garage. Wrap-around porch and balconies. $1,895,000. MLS: M9128141. Essex Brokerage. Rick Weiner 860.227.3191

DARIEN, Ct Classic Connecticut Colonial in distinctive neighborhood of elegant homes. Renovated and expanded, with stylish accommodations. Location ideally suited for easy access and secluded privacy. $1,895,000. MLS: 16578. Darien Brokerage. Linda Malpass 203.321.0020

NORWALK, Ct Stunning English country estate updated in 2005 with the finest finishes and detail. Located on a private lane with beautiful landscaping, pool and patio perfect for entertaining. $1,599,900. MLS: 98514291. Wilton Brokerage. JoAnne Fisher 203.834.6033 x306

WEStBROOK, Ct Waterfront new construction at Stannard Beach. Stainless kitchen with Statuario Marble, Brazilian Mahogany floors, stone fireplace. Nanawall enhances the stunning views. $1,595,000. MLS: M9130657. Madison Brokerage. Allison Gentile-Pollack 203.738.0221

RIDGEFIELD, Ct Circa 1786 home with architectural renovation. Excellent blend of new and old. House has a rich history of ownership. Rolling lawns, pool site and gardens. $1,595,000. MLS: 98503603. Ridgefield Brokerage. Becky McRae 203.733.8106

NEW CANAAN, Ct Sophisticated home, renovated from top to bottom. Perfect for entertaining on a grand or casual scale. Gourmet kitchen and master suite open to heated pool and spa. $1,525,000. MLS: 134357. Darien Brokerage. Lauren Spataro 203.249.2019

EAStON, Ct Gorgeous Estate. Elegant vintage home overlooks pastoral grounds. Guest house, master suite, in-ground pool, cabana, tennis court, 2-room studio over 3-car garage. $1,495,000. MLS: 98510405. Fairfield Brokerage. Gerard Nucera 203.255.6101

CHEStER, Ct Dramatically set on a beautiful rise, this French country home offers an updated interior with chef’s kitchen, light-filled solarium opening to blue-stone terraces. $895,000. MLS: M9128893. Essex Brokerage. Jennifer & Jane Associates 860.227.6634

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fit for a King Called Windsor House, this $3,950,000 listing features a circa1803 Federal-style home on 8.7-acre grounds straddling the towns of New Canaan and Wilton. It offers seven bedrooms and seven bathrooms, plus three half bathrooms. Wendy Brainard of William Raveis in New Canaan (203-966-3555) shares the listing with Julie Carney of William Raveis in Wilton (203-451-9966).

line, this Federal-style Silvermine estate was built around 1803 and has been entirely renovated, from its plush media room to its two-bedroom guest cottage. While “Windsor” is a hard name to live up to, the 15-room home looks pretty royal to us: It’s got seven bedrooms, seven bathrooms (plus three half bathrooms) and a pretty conservatory that opens onto the 8.7-acre property with gardens, a circular pool and a pool house. It’s co-listed with Wendy Brainard of William Raveis in New Canaan and Julie Carney of William Raveis in Wilton. 203-966-3555 and 203-451-9966. West Hartford tudor $2.9 million

Here’s a terrific circa-1929 Tudor that boasts 8,624 square feet of beautifully renovated interiors. Its owners had been living in England where they renovated a grand country home. When they moved back to the U.S., they looked to bring an English sensibility to their new house, from the formal dining room with purple-papered walls to the lovely garden room with its vintage tile floors and a fountain. The new kitchen—once three separate rooms—sets up well for entertaining with a restaurant-quality stove, two sinks, two dishwashers and the original butler’s pantry. There’s also a home theater and wood-paneled library/office with a fireplace. In all, it offers seven bedrooms and eight bathrooms (plus four half bathrooms), including a master suite with vaulted ceilings, a private dressing room and a fireplace. The brick-andhalf-timber home sits on one landscaped acre and is listed with Susie Hatch of William Raveis in West Hartford. 860-841-0866. Weston antique $2,399,000

Our favorite part of this circa-1795 property is its spectacular terrace with a massive fireplace and stone chimney, perfect for entertaining even as the days grow colder. We also love the pretty pool and cabana and the immaculate four-stall horse barn. Inside, the Colonial has been renovated and expanded to give its 4,892-square-foot interiors a light and open floor plan—not often the case with antiques—while retaining the exposed, weathered beams. It offers four bedrooms, four bathrooms and four fireplaces. Andrew Whiteley of Fite Shavell & Associates has the listing. 203-258-1595.

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ROXBURY, Ct Extraordinary Shingle Style on 15 private acres. 7,500+ square feet, 6 bedrooms, 7.5 baths. Stateof-the art kitchen, 6 fireplaces, library, views, brook, 4-car garage. $4,995,000. MLS: L139946. Washington Depot Brokerage. John Sniffen 860.868.6904

SOUtH KENt, Ct Shingle Style with 4 bedrooms, spectacular views of Lake Waramaug, infinity pool, barn on 7.6 acres. Includes membership in Spectacle Ridge Assoc. with South Spectacle Lake access, tennis, boat house. $3,595,000. Kent Brokerage. Judy Perkins 860.927.7726

LItCHFIELD, Ct Exquisite Country Estate on 10+/acres. Private with long views. 5 bedrooms/5.5 baths, 6 fireplaces, elevator. Separate guest house. Gunite pool with pool house. Patio with outdoor kitchen. $2,500,000. MLS: L139943. Litchfield Brokerage. Kathy Matyas 860.459.9917

GOSHEN, Ct Secluded Contemporary lakefront home with expansive Woodridge Lake views from almost every room. 5 bedrooms, 2 kitchens, 3 fireplaces, large deck, 5200 square feet. Gunite pool. $1,700,000. MLS: L137915. Litchfield Brokerage. Stephen Drezen 860.491.2000

SHERMAN, Ct Exquisite custom built home with spectacular views, guest house, pond, landscaped 7.6 acres. 4 bedrooms with 2 masters on 1st and 2nd floors. Great room, 3 fireplaces, spa room with Gunite pool. $1,600,000. Kent Brokerage. Dottie MacRitchie 860.927.7721

BRIDGEWAtER, Ct 1796 Colonial on 20+ acres with guest house and large barn with 3 rental units. Main house has 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, 2 fireplaces, and wide board floors. Quiet road, open land. $1,475,000. MLS: L138386. Washington Depot Brokerage. Tim Tierney 860.868.6912

COPAKE, NY Chalet style. 4 bedrooms/4 baths, stone fireplace, Gunite pool, pond, tennis court. 93 acres with stunning mountain views of the Taconic range. Equestrian center with indoor arena, 16 stall barn. $1,450,000. MLS: L139783. Lakeville Brokerage. John Borden 860.435.5921

LItCHFIELD, Ct Energy efficient Pacific Log Home on 13 wooded acres. 4 bedrooms with baths en suite, 3 gas fireplaces, geothermal heating and cooling, deck, screened porch, pool and separate barn. $1,199,000. MLS: L139866. Litchfield Brokerage. Susan Pollock 860.480.1449

LItCHFIELD, Ct Restored, renovated 3/4 bedroom Carriage House in the Historic District. En suite bedrooms, new kitchen, open floor plan including dining and casual sitting areas. Generator and A/C. $975,000. MLS: L139696. Litchfield Brokerage. Sue Doyle 860.307.7335

HARWINtON, Ct Colonial Antique-an artful integration of 4 structures. 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, 7 fireplaces. Fabulous kitchen. Plus a 2nd kitchen for the great room. Updated yet retains old world charm. $885,000. MLS: L139194. Litchfield Brokerage. Victoria Elliot 800.219.9813

FARMINGtON, Ct Stunning Tudor. 4 bedrooms/4.5 baths. Light interiors, open floor plan. Beautifully designed, manicured 5.67 acres include gardens, koi pond, waterways and meditation garden. $795,000. MLS: L140007. Washington Depot Brokerage. Bif Carrington 860.881.5664

WASHINGtON, Ct Very private, spacious 3-bedroom Colonial renovated in 2008 features a great room with high ceilings, new kitchen and a 30’ x 28’ room over garage with separate entrance. $749,000. MLS: L139804. Washington Depot Brokerage. Bonnie Garguilo 860.868.6905

WASHINGtON, Ct Lovely renovated 4 bedroom Farmhouse on 10 acres with stone walls, terrace, open lawn. Master suite. 3-car barn garage with unfinished apartment above. $685,000. MLS: L139693. Washington Depot Brokerage. April Crumrine 860.868.6928

BEtHLEHEM, Ct Pristine Cape with spectacular views. 3 bedrooms, main floor master/3.5 baths. Many high end features: steam shower, finest appliances. Professionally landscaped, private 3.75 acres. $650,000. MLS: L140063. Washington Depot Brokerage. Ted Wiener 860.868.6907

SHARON, Ct Striking, modern 3-bedroom home with views of Sharon Valley, the Catskills and beyond. Open floor plan, high ceilings, large windows, custom cabinetry, hardwood floors, wrap-around deck. 4.9 acres. $599,000. MLS: L139969. Kent Brokerage. Ira Goldspiel 860.927.7724

WARREN, Ct Immaculate Colonial on 4.3 acres. 4 bedrooms/2.5 baths. Eat-in kitchen, finished lower level with bar and fireplace. 3,490 square feet. Central air. 3-car garage. $425,000. MLS: L140085. Washington Depot Brokerage. Rick Distel 860.868.6933

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The Georgian Revival-style Residence of the Connecticut Governor

in Hartford is more than 100 years old. Known as “the people’s house,” the Residence is toured every year by thousands of visitors and is the site for events hosted by not-for-profit organizations.

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In order to commemorate and preserve the home’s historic value, the Governor’s Residence Conservancy (a private, not-for-profit organization established in 1991), worked with a special design team, organized and led by Connecticut Cottages & Gardens, to achieve a meaningful transformation of the Residence. The CTC&G design team helped renew and refurbish some of the interior public spaces of the Residence, along with the guest cottage and pool house. Many area designers, companies and national manufacturers generously donated products, time and labor—efforts that will certainly enhance the Residence and leave a lasting impression for years to come. Here is an inside look at some of the contributing companies.

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( bender plumbing supply ) A variety of top-tier Kohler products were donated by Bender Plumbing Supply for use in the Residence, namely the beverage area and bath of the pool house (from faucets and coordinating bath accessories to sconces and toilet) and the guest cottage powder room and upstairs bath (sinks, toilet, glass shelf and double light fixture). These selections represent Connecticut style as they embody traditional choices with a modern edge. All of Bender’s Kohler products represent quality china combined with the latest technology for usage and water savings. Bender operates showrooms from Norwalk to Hartford, featuring a wide variety of kitchen and bath products from timetested traditional styles to the latest cutting-edge designs. Bender prides itself on its deep commitment to personal service, a hands-on approach and dedication to the customer experience. ( bendershowrooms.com )

( christopher peacock ) The distinctive color system seen in the dining room and living room of the Residence is quintessentially Christopher Peacock and characteristic of the company’s signature style of decorating. Reminiscent of classic English colors, each shade of Christopher Peacock Paint was selected based on its relationship to others in the collection, as well as its potential application and use for interiors. Christopher Peacock paints are highly durable and they have incredible color depth. Made from the highest quality color pigments, Christopher Peacock Paint Collection No. 1 consists of 90 colors; it was developed to provide a balanced and subtle blending of earthy, understated shades. The paint is suitable for every room in the home. ( peacockpaint.com )

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( duralee) The fabrics used in the sunroom in the Residence are all from the Philip Gorrivan II Collection for Highland Court by Duralee. They were chosen by Philip Gorrivan himself (who designed the room) as they were the right mix of classic and current, tailored and relaxed. He pulled inspiration from the landscapes around his own Connecticut home. The Highland Court brand debuted in 2001—the fabrics are perfect for any setting that requires timeless sophistication. Based in Long Island, Duralee has been in business for nearly 60 years. They are passionate about all of their products—from fresh fabric and cutting-edge trim options to innovative furniture frames. They specialize in the luxury marketplace, sourcing the finest materials from around the world. ( highlandcourtfabrics.com )

( elizabeth eakins ) Elizabeth Eakins donated four extraordinary rugs from her Teff collection for use in the study, living room and hall of the guest cottage. They were chosen for their classic and simple patterns, with bright colors to give them a modern twist. Like all of Eakins’ rugs and fabrics, Teff collection rugs are handwoven from natural fibers; they’re a wonderful combination of wool and linen, so they are as sturdy as they are beautiful. Their chunky and complex weave structures and vibrancy of colors made them a subtle, yet spectacular choice. Elizabeth Eakins began weaving rugs in 1978 and today the company’s home is a light-filled 22,000-square-foot studio in Norwalk, Connecticut. A lovely solution for any room in the house, these gorgeous rugs are meant for living. ( elizabetheakins.com )

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( fovama ) Fovama’s beautiful Oriental rugs were used in the living room of the Residence, as well as in the dining room and bedroom of the guest cottage. Designers made the selections based on color palettes, and there was a deliberate effort made to choose more fresh, contemporary or transitional rugs. The Tabriz rug in the main house is refreshingly soft and modern in its color sense, so it brings out the grace and elegance of its heritage in a new presentation. In the guest cottage, the clear, muted colors represented in a modern design are enhanced by the play of wool and silk. Fovama carries a wide range of products—from antiques to Tibetan modern and custom rugs, fine carpeting and natural-fiber rugs. In business in Connecticut for 35 years, Fovama also provides cleaning, repair and restoration services for fine rugs. ( fovamaofwestport.com )

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Home Boutique of Greenwich provided beautiful linens for the Residence. The tablecloth and napkins in the dining room represent a high-end modern approach to patriotism (perfect for the Governor’s table), as does the Americanmade bed linens used in the bedrooms of the guest cottage. Designed exclusively for this occasion, the tablecloth is now available to the public in Home Boutique’s Lewis Street store. Home Boutique of Greenwich has been working with fine linens since 2003. This year, they expanded their space and product line to include sleepwear, bath accessories and furniture. Home Boutique represents the one-of-akind, sophisticated look one expects to find in a modern Connecticut home. ( homeboutique.com )

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( klaff’s) Klaff’s designed and provided all of the products for both the men’s and ladies’ powder rooms in the Residence, reflecting a classic upscale look that the gracious New England home deserved. All of the cabinetry, tile and stone, and plumbing products selected offer a timeless presence that can be found in several of their manufacturers’ product offerings. Each product has a traditional sensibility—along with a transitional feel that says modern and up-to-date. Klaff’s sells unique luxury home products and offers complete design services for kitchens, baths, closets, home offices, laundry and library spaces. Klaff’s begins every design challenge with a needs-based assessment and an understanding of what the project requires from an architectural standpoint. Their creative professionals understand interiors, furniture, construction and design. ( klaffs.com )

( nukitchens ) NuKitchens designed and installed Plain & Fancy custom cabinetry in a buttercream finish for the guest cottage; and in the pool house, Medallion cabinetry in two finishes: Harbor Mist Blue and Espresso Cherry. NuKitchens also installed a Vetrazzo recycled glass countertop and Artistic Tile backsplash. The styles and finishes were selected to complement and brighten up these two unique spaces. ■ NuKitchens helps clients discover new design possibilities and offers the finest materials with full, one-stop remodeling services in a unique way for every project. Their expert design team works in tandem with architects, designers, builders and homeowners to coordinate the finishes, colors and style that reflect Connecticut living (see photo). NuKitchens displays traditional, transitional and contemporary styles in their 6,000 square foot showroom located in South Norwalk, Connecticut. ( nukitchens.com )

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( paris ceramics ) Paris Ceramics donated the stone floor and vanity top in the guest cottage powder room. These materials were selected to complement Schumacher’s Manor Gate wall covering. The White Bulgarian limestone is a very clean, consistent material, often used with a contrasting colored cabochon. ■ The company is well known for sourcing and selling reclaimed antique floors, a tradition that led them to extend their range of products to include newly quarried limestone, marble and other unique stones that are exclusive to them. In addition, Paris Ceramics has the ability to create unique materials through distressing, colorwashing, fabricating and finishing. They also offer a full range of hand-cut, hand-glazed/painted decorative tiles and and custom mosaics of every description, in addition to wood flooring. ( parisceramicsusa.com )

( ring’s end ) Ring’s End, one of Connecticut’s most prominent retail lumber, millwork and building specialty companies, participated in the refurbishing of the Residence in several ways. As an authorized Corian® fabricator, Ring’s End installed a custom countertop from the Private Collection from Corian® by Dupont™ in the guest cottage kitchen. Benjamin Moore’s AURA® Waterborne Interior Paints were used in the foyer of the Residence, as well as in the guest cottage and pool house. REGAL® SELECT semi-gloss was used throughout the Residence and guest cottage on trim, doors, furniture and accents. ■ Ring’s End retail locations feature beautiful showrooms that include real-world displays of windows and doors, moldings and millwork, architectural hardware, paint and stains, kitchen and bath cabinetry, countertops, decking, fencing, siding and more. ( ringsend.com )

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( rogers + goffigon) A variety of Rogers & Goffigon fabrics were selected for the library and living room of the Residence, the dining room of the guest cottage, and the pool house. They include a twill woven, 100 percent linen drapery fabric, 100 percent wool velvet upholstery for chairs, trims in 100 percent silk, an ottoman in a superb quality of leather, an indoor/outdoor fabric for pillows at the pool, and a wool jacquard paisley pattern on chairs. The fabrics work well with the style of the Residence and the respective designers’ design schemes. Rogers & Goffigon was founded 22 years ago in Greenwich with the mission of creating and producing high-end luxury textiles for interiors. Their fabrics, mostly wovens, are exclusively designed by Rogers & Goffigon. All of their fabrics, trims and leathers are timeless and look great in all styles of home décor. ( 203.532.8068 )

( schumacher ) As the Residence is on the National Register of Historic Places, Schumacher saw it as another landmark opportunity to contribute to this important project. Since 1889, Schumacher has brought unsurpassed luxury to homes and other interior spaces. The Schumacher archives are among the most comprehensive in the industry and many of the company’s designs can be seen in the US Senate Chambers, The White House, Hearst Castle and Newport mansions as well as other historic interiors. Schumacher’s decorative fabrics, wallcoverings, trimmings and furnishings feature an abundance of classic styles and designs inspired by sources like haute couture, contemporary visual arts and nature. ( fschumacher.com )

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The People’s Project 14 Connecticut designers (and artisans, contractors, painters and products) give the Governor’s Residence a modern-day makeover By AllegrA Muzzillo | PhotogrAPhs By Keith scott Morton | lighting By eric richArds

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Connecticut Cottages & Gardens and the Governor’s Residence Conservancy, a private nonprofit group, hand-picked a team of world-class designers—all with ties to the Nutmeg State—to preserve and refresh its public areas, including the pool house and guest cottage. The stunning transformations on the pages that follow are a real breath of fresh air; they give the Residence just the touches needed to restore it to its former glory. Each room not only befits a state’s chief executive and his family, but also sets a welcoming tone for all who cross the home’s esteemed threshold. Call it a page taken straight from the Gettysburg Address: “Of the People, By the People, For the People ...” Every stitch of upholstery, every brush of paint, every custom piece of furniture— everything that didn’t already belong to the Conservancy—was supplied in kind by Connecticut companies, contractors, decorative painters, upholsterers and more, in the hope of turning the Residence into a respite enjoyed not only by the Governor, First Lady and their children, but by the general public, too. Designed by Boston-based architectural firm Andrews, Jacques & Rantoul for Hartford industrialist and physician George C.F. Williams, construction on the Residence broke ground in 1909. Situated on the corner of Prospect and Asylum avenues, and serving as the boundary between Hartford and West Hartford, this substantial brick home was built in the popular Georgian Revival style, with a hip roof, single-bay porch, rectangular plan and staunchly symmetrical facade, all typical of the day and the region. In 1943, the handsome property at 990 Prospect Avenue, a mere three miles from the Capitol building, was acquired to house Connecticut’s first family, and to host official functions. Wartime goings-on and the building’s location and design were said to offset a more open-door policy, and caused the Residence, shrouded by tall trees and set back 200 feet from passing traffic, to remain largely a private building. Since that time, however, the Residence has opened itself to guided public tours and social functions for state residents. While it now boasts 15,000 square feet of living space, a pool, 19 rooms and 9 fireplaces on a pared-down four acres, the work of preserving the history of the home has been an ongoing process undertaken by the Conservancy. While the Residence has undergone several remodels (the first in September 1945, and most recently in 1992), arguably no couple has been more excited about updates than Governor Dannel P. Malloy and First Lady Cathy Malloy. “We were surprised by how many people hadn’t had access to this house, and we were interested in making it more inclusive,” says Mrs. Malloy. “Our ultimate goal is to open the property to the public and add it to the list of historic venues in Hartford.” Since work on this house began, 100-plus artists have contributed to the property. “We feel it’s a great beginning to getting people engaged in that effort,” she adds.

Connecticut’s First Couple Governor Dannel P. Malloy and his wife, Cathy, stand sunlit on the terrace, off the Residence’s transformed reception area.

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Well Received Jamie Drake’s reception area is a study in contrasts. Original 19th-century hardware stands out against a bold band of Benjamin Moore’s Summer Sun Pink; all Benjamin Moore paints through Ring’s End. (above) Striped satin drapery by Jamie Drake for Schumacher is a present-day pick-me-up. (opposite page) to juxtapose with the drapes’ strict tailoring, the room’s existing table is covered in Schumacher fabric with Samuel & Sons fringe. The vase on the table is by Frances Palmer. See Resources.

RECEPTION AREA

Jamie Drake Drake Design Associates

ust off the foyer—between the dining and living rooms—is the reception area, where Woodbridge native Jamie Drake was given carte blanche. His first impression? “The space was downbeat—somber. It certainly didn’t reflect the wonderful, gregarious personalities of the Malloys,” he laughs. The challenges Drake faced lay not only in fusing the First Couple’s preferences with his natural penchant for adventurousness, but in “making notions of traditional design feel fresh and young,” explains Drake. Plus, choices had to be made with an eye on longevity—it’s not every year the Residence gets a worldclass makeover. Because his room had to work with the color schemes of the adjoining spaces, “I needed something pivotal,” says Drake, “a neutral palette, but one with strength and personality.” He painted the walls an elegant platinum (“indeed, a neutral—but with crispness,” Drake says) and brought in bold coral, red and burgundy via silk-cut velvet upholstery on the iron benches, the striped-satin curtain fabric, and the fringed bullion trim on the traditional French table’s skirt. A bright-coral pencil stripe within the crown molding encircles the room, bringing the eye upward, where a softer wash of pink brightens the ceiling. “It’s one of the smallest details, but it’s perhaps the most striking effect,” says Drake.

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Susan Bednar Long S.B. Long Interiors, Inc.

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usan Bednar Long rose to the challenge of resurrecting the Residence’s living room. Disjointed and uncomfortable, “like a tired hotel lobby that was once grand, the room had lost nearly all of its charm over time,” she says. A self-proclaimed “modern traditionalist,” the Greenwichbased designer, who was born and raised in Connecticut, took color cues from the legendary decorator Bill Blass’s New Preston home. “I used masculine colors, such as charcoal, brown, camel and cream and hints of blue,” she says, “to emphasize the room’s good bones, like the ornate moldings and the fireplace.” The deep-chocolate contrast wall and graphic lines that continue along baseboards and above doorways—plus the gray detail around the

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ceiling perimeter—create a modern variance that offsets the busy-ness of the traditional millwork and highlights previously overshadowed antiques. “Since the room is used for official state gatherings, ease of flow into the sunroom and an open, inviting plan were important to the Malloys,” says Bednar Long. Wingback chairs and a Chippendale secretary have moved to the opposing wall for counterbalance. A reupholstered loveseat, along with two custom-made mohair club chairs, a custom ottoman and a new rug now form a more intimate arrangement in front of the hearth. The result? “Though dignified, the room has an undeniable simplicity. It has a warmth and classicism that makes everyone feel well received,” says Bednar Long.

for upholstery and window treatments are all from Rogers & Goffigon Ltd. (far left) Nested side tables and ivory urn are from Baker Furniture. Oriental rug is from Fovama. Hurricanes on mantel are from Lazy Susan USA. Glass bottle and tray on ottoman are from Arteriors. (above) An original Chippendale secretary is flanked by a reupholstered wingback in a horizontal stripe and a classic x-bench. (left) Christopher Peacock Paint in Bitumen outlines the doorway’s casing in stark relief. All paint is from Christopher Peacock. See Resources.

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he first designers’ meeting took place in the airy sunroom, which abuts the living room and library. “I was instantly taken by its amazing light, and secretly decided it was the room I wanted,” says Philip Gorrivan, who spends weekends at his home in Washington. Having elements of formality (for entertaining) and coziness (for familial downtime), Gorrivan saw this as the most welcoming room in the Residence, “but its paint colors were wrong and the floor plan wasn’t optimized.” Capitalizing on the natural light flooding the room (there are three walls of windows), he used cooler grays, greens, purples and aqua versus warmer tones, “because they pull in colors from the garden and each looks beautiful in bright light.” The ceiling was painted a soft, pale lavender. Then, decorative painter Dean Barger applied a silvery glaze, which “gives the room an unexpected facet of youthfulness and excitement,” he explains. To improve the floor plan, Gorrivan brought in extra furniture to create three areas: a centralized living room setup; a more intimate den-like arrangement; and a dining area with an upholstered window seat and a simple Parsons table. Clean-lined furniture—much in the style of Jean-Michel Frank—covered in textural fabrics radiates comfort. The designer also incorporated the Malloys’ own 18th-century armoire, which is filled with ceramics from their personal collection. “I like to decorate rooms that are a careful balance of the past and the way we live now,” notes Gorrivan.

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Past and Present Centuries align within the sunroom via distinct appointments and furniture styles. Talking Points (above left and right) Currey & Company’s rustic wood chandeliers anchor the conversation areas. A custom-designed sofa by Philip Gorrivan for Duralee covered in Highland Court fabric coexists with a sleek leather tub chair from Profiles atop J. D. Staron rugs. Purple Reign (right) Gray lines of graduating intensity coax eyes up to the ceiling, in Benjamin Moore’s Violet Petal, awash in Light Pewter glaze, through Ring’s End; it looks almost lit from within. Place Setting (left) Fine white china and aubergine glassware from Lux Bond & Green artfully adorn Baker Furniture’s simple Parsons table. See Resources.

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Paula Perlini Paula Perlini, Inc.

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n the library, where the Governor holds informal work meetings, the Malloys and their three sons also like to relax in front of the TV, “so, it couldn’t be too austere or forbidding,” says Paula Perlini. The designer, who enjoys a country home in Lyme, is no stranger to significant structures. She worked for decorator Mark Hampton on Blair House, the residence for the President’s guests during the first Bush administration, and helped restore New York City’s Gracie Mansion. “Being involved with historical buildings has always lit my fire,” says Perlini. And attention to the library’s gorgeous fireplace was, coincidentally, her first order of business. It clearly hadn’t commanded the respect it deserved. Its painted-brick firebox and hearth and glass-panel enclosure, “were completely inappropriate,” she says. Perlini removed the brick, replacing it with terra-cotta tile in a Jessinian Field pattern mirroring the stucco veneziano in damask plaster on the opposing wall, and laid a rich, marble hearth in a rusty red hue. Perlini used a bright creamy white on ceilings, moldings and woodwork, thus creating a striking contrast with the brushes of terra cotta (“a color that gives everyone’s skin a gorgeous glow,” she says). The designer was able to source a desk from the Residence’s third-floor library, and placed it beside the furthest window, providing the Governor with a tranquil view of the landscape through the adjoining sunroom while at work. 11.2011

Serenity Now (above) Ashland Farm, a landscape by Connecticut artist Jerry Weiss, sets a peaceful tone—and provides the electrifying shot of apple-green needed to ballast the table lamps; a tufted Luther Quintana sofa covered in Duralee fabric, with side chairs in a Galbraith & Paul print, fuse the room’s taupe, rust and dark-walnut elements. Sisal rug is from Beauvais. Fireside Chat (top right) Dark detailing was covered up with Benjamin Moore’s China White, making standouts of the mantel’s molding, ornate surround and tile from Artistic Tile. Wing chairs are covered in Carleton V fabric. Brass floor lamp is from the Accessory Store. Work of Art (bottom right) Via an intricate Venetian-plaster method, Redding decorative artist Julie Hardridge hand-stenciled the magnificent damask pattern echoed throughout the room. See Resources.

DINING ROOM

Sandra Morgan Sandra Morgan Interiors, Inc.

or one-time Farmington resident and Wadsworth Atheneum docent Sandra Morgan, renewing the dining room felt like going home again. Also in the Greenwich designer’s hindsight was her former home. Dated 1790, it underwent continual renovations. Morgan was first struck by how old the Residence’s dining room felt. “There was a tone of serious formality, as if you were standing in a museum. The furniture was dark, the walls above the chair rail were heavy—even the artwork was somber,” she says. “I wanted to give it an energy that would lock it into history, yet marry it to the present day.” The bamboo-trellis wall covering was vital in the room’s transformation. Inspired by Claude Monet’s yellowand-blue dining room in Giverny, as well as Thomas Jefferson’s bright yellow dining parlor at Monticello, Morgan wanted to “bring in the feeling of sunlight, joy and optimism that yellow is known for.” As for the designer’s decision to cover the ceiling, too, in a graphic print? “I had to,” she says. “It wouldn’t have been believable to put paint up there—regardless of the color.” Now, with the 1940s table bedecked with luxe flatware and linens, “the room exudes life—even though the guests haven’t arrived,” says Morgan.

Hello, Yellow Woodwork is painted Christopher Peacock Paint’s Scullery White. Cowtan & Tout’s Bamboo Trellis wall covering envelops ceiling and walls. Vaughn sconces emit a joyful glow. Table Talk Gold-tone placemats and hand-embroidered tablecloth are from Home Boutique of Greenwich. The original Duncan Phyfe table features silk centerpieces by Diane James Home, and is set with stemware, flatware, service plates and more from Lux, Bond & Green. The chairs are covered in Kravet faux leather. Fine Arts A landscape by Connecticut artist William McCarthy provides a stimulating backdrop. See Resources.

Stately Splendor Once shadowy and insubstantial, the men’s room has an elevated grandeur: A Kallista burled-mahogany vanity with Kallista fixtures and a classic Georgian-style Cararra-marble countertop holds court. Ralph Lauren wall covering is from Brandman’s of Westport. Labrazel accessories deliver shine to the vanity. See Resources.

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Joe Passero, Nick Geragi, LouAnn Torres Klaff ’s, Inc.

n years past, guests looking to freshen up in the ladies’ room were in for a wait. Because the lavatory and powder areas were combined, some guests primped while others queued. And antiquated elements in both the men’s and ladies’ rooms (a fabric-covered ceiling in the ladies,’ as well as dark, light-absorbing wallpaper in the men’s) made both bathrooms feel cut off, and ill matched to the main Residence. Klaff’s, Inc. Chairman and CEO Joe Passero and design director Nick Geragi developed a creative solution. An adjacent coat closet gave way to an additional sink, a glazed-maple vanity-as-makeup-area and a full-length triptych mirror. “All were inspired by the elegance found in the lounge of a fabulous Broadway theater,” says Passero. In the men’s room, nondescript light fixtures were replaced with oversized polished-nickel lanterns, and a custombuilt mahogany vanity was topped with white Carrara marble. “Now, as soon as you step inside either space, you realize, ‘I’m inside the Governor’s mansion.’ Each feels perfectly in tune with the rest of the home’s decor,” says Geragi. Elegant and Inviting Stealing space from a neighboring coat closet provided the designers with the necessary footage to create a glamorous ladies’ room. (above) The Isabella mirrored screen adds a touch of OldWorld charm. Vanity and cabinetry are custom from Klaff’s. Sconces are by Niermann Weeks. (below, left to right) Floor tile is New Ravenna custom mosaics; wall covering is GP&J Baker from Brandman’s of Westport; sinks and faucets by Kallista. See Resources.

POOL HOUSE

Tricia Izzo, Carolyn Kron Shelter Interiors, LLC

or Milford natives Tricia Izzo and Carolyn Kron, walking into the pool house was like stepping back into 1985—around the time when it was built. “Next to the gorgeous pool, we were shocked to see bland, minimal finishes,” says Kron. In the two separate spaces—a beverage area and a bathroom—the women were met with exposed plumbing and wires (walls weren’t Sheetrocked). Another challenge: Since it’s the only ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act)-compliant facility on the property, it had to remain so for public accessibility purposes. “That nixed our shower idea,” says Kron. The designers also lost six inches in building out the beverage area wall. With electrical work hidden, the glass-tile backsplash shines without interference. Norwalk-based NuKitchens also created a cohesive, solid wall of cabinetry that meets flush with the ceiling (thus giving the illusion of increased height) and maximizes storage potential. And Izzo and Kron thoughtfully designed a bathroom that’s devoid of the pitfalls (too utilitarian, too bulky) commonly associated with the ADA-compliancy concept. “It also needed a shot of glamour,” adds Izzo. “Walking around the property, we pictured stars like Rita Hayworth and Clark Gable lounging poolside. That ignited our 1940s getaway theme.” They started with black and white, then brought in aqua and green in the woodwork, cabinetry and wall coverings. “Now, it’s definitely more jewel box than shoe box,” Kron laughs.

Poolside Panache (top) Chair cushions are re-covered in outdoor fabric by Rogers & Goffigon Ltd. (far left) Changing cabana curtains are Sunbrella Seaward Captain. (left) Faucets and fixtures are Kohler through Bender Showrooms. In Living Color (opposite) Wall covering on ceiling is Thibaut, which complements the Currey & Company ceiling pendant. Wall art is Schumacher Chiang Mai Dragon fabric. Cabinets are Medallion through NuKitchens. Backsplash and countertops are Artistic Tile. Refrigerator is from Green Demolitions. Sink and faucet are Kohler, floor is Daltile, all through Bender Showrooms. See Resources.

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Carey Karlan Last Detail Interior Design

arien resident Carey Karlan knew she’d feel right at home in the guest cottage. “I like cozy little spaces, but not Seven Dwarf-ish,” she says. Though charming, the kitchen and dining room were a bit too snug for ample flow. For starters, a damaged linoleum floor, inefficient appliances and bulky cabinetry proved “a cosmetic facelift wouldn’t have been enough for the kitchen,” says Karlan. So she had to start from scratch. Partnering with NuKitchens, she removed an unnecessary closet and the door to the dining room. Open shelving replaced her original plan for upper cabinets, to “make the kitchen seem larger and more convivial,” Karlan notes. A seamless cooktop, stainless steel range hood, refrigerator drawers and textured-vinyl wallpaper are contemporary touches. While the dining room acted as the cottage’s main conduit (it has a window, a door, a hallway opening and a second-floor staircase), it had no real connection to the rest of the rooms. “The floor plan was almost predetermined. It was more about relating to the kitchen, changing colors and adding timeless elements,” says the designer. Case in point: Shaker-style dining chairs and the interior of the preexisting hutch-cum-practical buffet are pear-green to echo the kitchen’s verdant ceiling. Size Matters (left) Currey & Company’s oversized Beesthorpe lantern gives the illusion of more space above the Maine Cottage trestle table and chairs and Fovama rug. Cupboard Love (right) Plain & Fancy cabinets through NuKitchens hide refrigerator drawers from Green Demolitions. It’s Curtains (far right) A swing-arm cafe-length curtain in Kravet fabric lends a quaint EnglishCotswolds feel. See Resources.

no Small Change (above) Behind the main Residence, the guest cottage underwent a head-to-toe transformation. Fresh Take (left) Benjamin Moore’s Pale Avocado ceiling paint, through Ring’s End, works well against Schumacher’s bamboo-textured Simba wallpaper; an Elkay sink and faucet, Miele cooktop and range hood, DuPont Corian countertop from Ring’s End and wide-plank wood floor from Good Earth Millworks are improvements with staying power. See Resources.

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Catherine Cleare Catherine Cleare Interiors, LLC

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ranted full authority over the living room and the study, plus the hallway and diminutive powder room, Westport designer Catherine Cleare’s first thought was “to get rid of every piece of furniture,” in order to make everything fresh and current. As it turns out, she didn’t need to. “I recycled every piece, actually.” Her success hinged on a trip into the basement of the Residence. “It was a goldmine of sofas and chairs. If you can sit on it, that’s where it came from,” says Cleare. The living room was a mishmash of traditional tables that Cleare painted high-gloss white “to create visual continuity,” she explains. She toned down the scheme with sea-glass turquoise and

Island Time (left) In the living room, once floral-printed camel-back sofas got pure-white Schumacher linen makeovers. Walls were brushed in Bermuda Turquoise paint (Benjamin Moore through Ring’s End) and reverberate in the similarly hued Elizabeth Eakins area rug for a fresh, coastalcottage sensibility. A Diane James silk potted orchid adds a shot of yellow. See Resources.

citrus greens, and created two distinct seating arrangements. But the crowning jewel of her subterranean excursion was the Chinese model junk she scored. “When I spotted it high up in a dusty corner, I couldn’t believe my luck,” she laughs. In the neighboring study, wooden paneling with a worn-out dark finish that Cleare found suffocating in such small quarters was painted a snappy bright green. And the old-fashioned “Pepto-pink” powder room lacked even the most basic amenities: “There wasn’t a place for soap or hand towels,” Cleare says. All plumbing and fixtures were replaced and a new countertop, vessel sink, toilet and tile floor were installed.

water-Closet Revamp (above) Bender Showrooms installed discreet Kohler fixtures throughout the first floor’s powder room, including the vessel sink and the toilet; a Bulgarian honed-stone countertop and floor with green diamonds were custom made by Paris Ceramics. Schumacher wallpaper completes the look. See Resources.

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Catherine Cleare Catherine Cleare Interiors, LLC

Run With It (this page) The hall leading into the study has a beige reverse-twill Elizabeth Eakins runner and a Currey & Company console table and Medallion mirror. Benjamin Moore paint through Ring’s End was used throughout the hall and study. Into the Wild (opposite) Triple S Upholstery covered an existing wing-back chair in Schumacher’s Hot House Flowers fabric. A brown-and-white cowhide is layered over an Elizabeth Eakins area rug. See Resources.

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Polly Denham, Glenda Moralee Polly Denham Interiors, By Design Interiors

pstairs, designers Polly Denham, who resides in Stamford, and Glenda Moralee, of New Canaan, knew the master quarters would accommodate a range of guests—from VIPs to friends and family—so the space had to have broad appeal and “couldn’t date itself in a couple years,” says Denham. Since it was nearly a blank slate—save for a queen bed, two end tables and a lone mattress within the alcove—they easily developed a plan. “We aimed for hotel-suite sophistication,” says Moralee. A sofa and coffee table form a place to chat, while the alcove’s arched window perfectly frames a desirable workspace. “And because the room has masses of natural light, rich brown looks so beautiful and elegant on the walls,” adds Denham. To unify the cottage’s second level (stairway included) the designers painted the entire floor a soft, creamy beige. In the smaller bedroom, walls are the same color as the floor, and inspired, almost trompe l’oeil painted headboards above each bed beget an upholstered-fabric look that’s even more convincing with the plush, oversized bolsters. In the bathroom, the designers replaced bronze-tone fittings with shiny chrome, kept the existing (and charming) clawfoot bathtub, replaced the toilet and sink, and added supplementary lighting via a double-arm fixture.

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Guest Quarters Timeless elegance was captured in the design of the guest cottage bedrooms and bathroom. (clockwise from opposite top left) Royal Treatment In the queen bedroom, a Currey & Company desk and an antique desk chair from United House Wrecking fit perfectly in an alcove. A Devereaux mirror from Currey & Company contrasts beautifully with Benjamin Moore’s Davenport Tan paint through Ring’s End. In both bedrooms, bed linens are from Home Boutique of Greenwich. Headboard and bolster fabric is Schumacher; rug is from Fovama. Foot Loose Floors were painted Baby Fawn; Davenport Tan stripes were added for color continuity in the stairway. Best Bath Sink and fittings are Kohler, lights and glass shelf are Ginger & Company, all through Bender Showrooms. See Resources.

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or an authentic “Westward Ho” experience, would-be wranglers can visit the Wildcatter Ranch Resort & Spa. Nestled in North Texas Hill Country, the resort’s locale was the setting for Lonesome Dove and for numerous classic John Wayne Westerns. A two-hour drive from the Dallas airport, the 1,500-acre spread is operated by the great-grandchildren of original settlers. Sixteen guest cabins perched high on a bluff overlooking the Brazos river valley feature giant wood-frame beds and central stone fireplaces. Each unit’s name honors a different aspect of the colorful frontier and wildcatter oil-well history. Photographs on the walls of my “Warren Wagon Train” cabin show the site of that expedition’s ill-fated ambush and its seven martyred pioneer teamsters. Activities begin early when a tractor-pulled covered wagon takes guests to feed Longhorn cattle that are tame enough to accept tubes of cottonseed by hand. ATV tours or wrangler-escorted horseback trail rides explore the terrain. There are trails for hiking and biking, plus there’s fishing and canoeing on Connor Creek. Marksmen can try archery, skeet shooting or paintball in the field of haystacks. An infinity pool and hot tub overlook the cactus landscape, and the Sage spa offers a full menu of treatments. Just 10 minutes from the front gate, the town of Graham retains Old World charm with storefronts surrounding a central square. A walking tour passes the Old Post Office Museum and Art Center and the “westernRomanesque”-style Graham Memorial Auditorium, where local thespians present hometown productions of Broadway shows. Popular dining spots include Dinner Bell, Clayton’s and Mi Familia. But the highlight is definitely “Bob the Cook” Bratcher’s Western cuisine

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Join antiquarius and media sponsor Connecticut Cottages & Gardens for the annual Holiday House Tour and Boutique. This year’s house tour features five fabulous homes—from shoreline to backcountry. Be sure to visit the holiday boutique for one-of-a-kind gift items by specialty vendors. On opening night, don’t miss the book chat and signing with designer and author katie ridder. Tickets $100.

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Tour: Thursday, Dec. 8, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Boutique: Wednesday, Dec. 7, 6–8:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 8, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; 19 Doubling Rd., Greenwich. For more information and tickets, call 203-869-6899 or visit greenwichhistory.org.

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winterfair gift market in Stamford

Stark and Connecticut Cottages & Gardens will celebrate the annual Stark Outlet Warehouse Sale with a preview cocktail party and call to entry for the 6th annual Connecticut Cottages & Gardens Innovation in Design Awards. Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, and mingle with past IDA winners and sponsors while previewing the sale in the spectacular warehouse for the best prices and selection of rugs and carpet. Wednesday, Nov. 2, 5:30–7:30 p.m.; Stark Outlet, 17 Butler St., Norwalk. RSVP to 203-227-1400 or events@candg publications.com.

The Junior League of Stamford-Norwalk, with media sponsor Connecticut Cottages & Gardens, will host its 33rd Annual Winterfair Holiday Gift Market. This year’s Winterfair features distinctive merchandise from more than 50 vendors offering gifts, ornaments, clothing, home décor, and more. The weekend will also feature gingerbread decorating and photos with Santa. Tickets $5 adults, $4 senior citizens; children are free. Friday–Saturday, Nov. 11–12; Stamford Marriott Hotel & Spa, 243 Tresser Blvd., Stamford. For more information, call 203-655-4662 or visit jlsn.org.

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The Aldrich Museum and media sponsor Connecticut Cottages & Gardens kick off the weekend with the ever-popular First Fridays program. Enjoy drinks, snacks, live music and a docent tour through select exhibitions. Tell a friend and come to this contemporary cocktail party to start your month off right. Tickets $10 members, $15 nonmembers. Friday, Nov. 4, 7–9 p.m.; 258 Main St., Ridgefield. For more information, call 203-438-4519.

The American Cancer Society, with media sponsor Connecticut Cottages & Gardens, is presenting the second annual Battle of the Chefs. Aitoro will host this intense competition between defending chef Michael Marchetti of Columbus Park Trattoria and Stefano Staiano of Aria Restaurant. Also featured is a professional cake-decorating demonstration by pastry chef John Barricelli of Sono Baking Company and Café. Tickets $100. Thursday, Nov. 17, 6:30–9 p.m.;

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Aitoro, 401 Westport Ave., Norwalk. Reservations required by Nov. 10. For more information and reservations, call 203-563-1517. new canaan young women’S league holiday market

The Young Women’s League of New Canaan and media sponsor Connecticut Cottages & Gardens present the 14th annual Holiday Market. More than 40 select vendors will sell their distinctive merchandise, including everything from jewelry and clothing to home accessories and more. A preview party will be held the evening before the market opens. Thursday, Nov. 17, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. preview party Wednesday, Nov. 16, 6:30–9:30 p.m.; Waveny House, 677 South Ave., New Canaan. For more information, call 203-594-3600 or visit ywlnewcanaan.org. celeBrity-Studded annual Benefit auction

Connecticut Cottages & Gardens is the proud sponsor of the Housatonic Valley Association’s 21st annual auction to benefit the environment. Chairing this year’s event is Christine Baranski, who will be joined by auction chairs Diane von Furstenberg, Dorothy Hamilton, Graydon Carter and many others. Sunday, Nov. 20; Bryan Memorial Town Hall, Washington. For more information and reservations, call 860-672-6678 or visit hvatoday.org. weStport hiStorical Society holiday houSe tour

The Westport Historical Society, with media sponsor Connecticut Cottages & Gardens, presents its 25th annual Holiday House Tour. Enjoy docent-guided tours of five impressive homes, all decorated for the season, plus two free public open houses and a Twilight Soirée following the tour. The homes on this year’s tour include mid-18th- to 21st-century residences, an antique Colonial and a converted bank-style barn. Tickets $40 members, $50 nonmembers, $50 Twilight Soireé. Sunday, Dec. 4, Tour 11 a.m.–4 p.m., Twilight Soireé 4:30–7:30 p.m .; Westport. For more information, call 203-222-1424 or visit westporthistory.org.

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To commemorate the historic value of the Connecticut Governor’s Residence and preserve public access to the property, Connecticut Cottages & Gardens partnered with the Governor’s Residence Conservancy to help renew some of the interior public spaces of the Governor’s Residence, along with the guest cottage and pool house. Governor and Mrs. Dannel P. Malloy and Connecticut Cottages & Gardens hosted a reception at the Residence to celebrate the unveiling of the People’s Project. Guests enjoyed hors d’oeuvres and Champagne from Nicolas Feuillatte. < 1 > Governor Dannel P. Malloy and Cottages & Gardens Editorial Director

D.J. Carey <2> Andee Schell and Normin Taylor of Home Boutique of Greenwich < 3 > Designers Philip Gorrivan and Jamie Drake < 4 > Camilla Richetelli of

Christopher Peacock Home and Liz Nightingale of Schumacher < 5 > Elizabeth Parrish and Catherine Janelli of Elizabeth Eakins < 6 > Designer Catherine Cleare with Leslie Lombino of Paris Ceramics and C&G roving reporter Jayne Chase < 7 > Yvonne Beecher and Jamie Gould of Rogers & Goffigon < 8 > Lee Ewert and Javad Ahmadi of Fovama Oriental Rugs < 9 > Christopher Peacock of Christopher Peacock Home with Allison Passero and Joe Passero of Klaff’s < 10 > Sherry Qualls of White Good with LouAnn Torres and Nick Geragi of Klaff’s < 11 > David Bender of Bender Showrooms with his wife, Sharon Bender < 12 > Mary Najmy and Joe Najmy of NuKitchens

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Pink Aid

Mitchells of Westport and founding partner Connecticut Cottages & Gardens held the first annual Pink Chair Luncheon and Fashion Show at Mitchells to raise money for Pink Aid. Attendees enjoyed an Escada Fashion Show, luncheon catered by Marcia Selden Catering and a silent auction including fabulous trips from Valerie Wilson Travel and beautiful pink chairs donated by talented designers. Pink Aid raised more than $300,000 to support breast cancer services for local women in need.

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To see more visit cottages-gardens.com < 1 > Event co-chairs Amy Gross, Amy Katz, Renée Mandis and Phyllis Bershaw with event founder Andrew

Mitchell-Namdar < 2 > Abby Greenspun, Stacy Bass and Betsy Perman < 3 > Donna Craft and Dr. Donna Twist < 4 > Karen Scott and Debbie Meissner < 5 > Kimberly Wilson Wetty of Valerie Wilson Travel, keynote speaker Deborah Roberts and Cottages & Gardens CEO and Publishing Director Marianne Howatson < 6 > Designer Susan Glick with her fabulous donated chair < 7 > Designer Young Huh, ian Ziering and Cottages & Gardens advertising Director Amy McMillan Tambini < 8 > Designer Linherr Hollingsworth with Jared Miller < 9 > Mandy Dalzell and Andrea Rourke < 10 > Susan Gersh and Nancy Marshall < 11 > Designer Barbara fina, Gayle Alswanger of the american Cancer Society, Barbara Godfrey and designer Catherine Cleare < 12 > Bob Mitchell of Mitchells and Cindy Citrone

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Designer Chair Program

As a founding partner of PinkAid, Connecticut Cottages & Gardens developed the Designer Pink Chair Program. Talented designers created custom chairs—pink, of course!— to benefit Pink Aid.

We’d like to thank these wonderful designers: Barbara Fina, Bruce Glickman and Wilson Henley, C.S. Roughan, Catherine Cleare, Cathy Schlecter, Cheryl Sugel, Cheryl Willhite, Connie Cooper, Elena Phillips and Cristin deVeer, Elissa Grayer, Ellen Scarborough, Fionna Sagg, George Snead, HB Home,

These donated chairs

Jill Kalman, Kasia Karska, Kat Burki,

lined the Escada runway

Kerry Sheridan, Linherr Hollingsworth,

at Mitchells during the Pink Chair Fashion Show and Luncheon event and

Lynne Scalo, Maggie Hudson Blau, Marcia Tucker, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, Nance’ J. Vigneau, Olley Court, Peter Roland, Ron Marshall, Sarah Blank, Sarah Kaplan,

were auctioned off afterward,

Skye Kirby, Susan Glick, Veronica Hofstetter,

with all proceeds going to support

Vicente Wolf, and Young Huh.

women in their fight against

Many of the designers and their pink chairs are featured here.

breast cancer.

Chairs photographed by Neil A. Landino, Jr.

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Barbara Fina, Fina Design

Art chair with personal photographs and acrylic paint on wood created by Barbara Fina of Fina Design. Sleepy Hollow, NY | 914-332-9345 | finadesign.us

Cari Hynes, HB Home

Vintage Bergere Chair upholstered in HB Luxe Pink Ping fabric. Mamaroneck, NY | 914-417-2832 | hbhomedesign.com

Cheryl Sugel, Millie Rae’s

A Vintage French chair upholstered by Ewie Upholstery with a matching slipcover and vintage barkcloth fabric pillow by Deborah Johnson Ball. Westport | 203-259-7200 | millieraesstore.blogspot.com

Bruce Glickman and Wilson Henley, Duane Modern

C.S. Roughan, Roughan Interior Design

Custom frank slipper chair designed and produced by Duane Modern with fabric by Alan Campbell for Quadrille. New York, NY | 212-625-8066 | duanemodern.com

Chair inspired by Mid Century Modern American Furniture with fabric by Quadrille and made by Made in America: N.Y. Custom Furnishings. Greenwich | 203-769-1150 | roughaninteriors.com

Catherine Cleare, Catherine Cleare Interiors, LLC

Cathy Schlecter, Cathy Schlecter Design, Inc.

Wood framed tub chair by Decorative Crafts with Missoni and Fairy Dust fabrics by Stark Fabric and Upholstery by Triple S Upholstery. Westport | 203-454-9430 | cleareinteriors.com

Hot pink verner panton S Chair designed in the 1960s—representing Cathy’s design style. White Plains, NY | 914-686-3858 | cathyschlecter.com

Cheryl Willhite, Private Quarters

Connie Cooper, Connie Cooper Designs

Custom designed Vanity Chair by Cheryl Willhite upholstered in fabric by Grey Watkins. Greenwich | 203-254-2300 | privatequartersdesign.com

Vintage Desk Chair refinished by Fran Ventura and upholstered by Traditional Drapery in fabric by Alhambra for Browning and Chandler. Westport | 203-256-9183 | conniecooperdesigns.com

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Elena K. Phillips & Cristin G. deVeer, Phillips deVeer Interiors

Regency-style chair, hand-carved, lacquered and upholstered by Sterling Upholstery in fabric by Pindler & Pindler and Fabricut. Rowayton | 203-295-8554 | phillipsdeveer.com

Jill Kalman, Bella Interiors

Armchair upholstered by Frama Exclusives in fabric by Houlés of Paris with crystal trim by Kravet and authentic Hermés twilly silk scarf appliquéd on chair back. Westport | 203-645-1561 | bella-interiors.net

Linherr Hollingsworth, Hollingsworth Design Associates

Classically designed by Linherr Hollingsworth modern slipper chair upholstered by Diamint & Sons in pink raw silk. Norwalk | 203-299-1327 | hollingsworthdesign.com

Elissa Grayer, Elissa Grayer Interior Design

A Spanish Hall chair from the early 1900s that was restored and reupholstered in fabric donated by Romo. Rye, NY | 914-921-6500 | elissagrayerdesign.com

Kasia Karska, Design by Kasia Karska

The Wish Chair, artistically painted wood chair accessorized whimsically and designed by Kasia Karska. Created with the intention of making your wish come true. Cresskill, NJ | 201-446-4601

Lynne Scalo, Lynne Scalo Design

A botanically inspired sculptural aluminum chair with photo opt hot pink fabric upholstered in a graphic application giving it a fresh take on traditional florals. Westport | 203-222-4991 | lynnescalo.com

George Snead, Wakefield Design Center – A Trade Only Showroom

Patagonia Trading Company Desi Chair upholstered in fabric provided by Patagonia and finished in white enamel. Stamford | 203-358-0818

Kerry Sheridan, Sheridan Interiors

Chair and petite piping by Duralee upholstered in fabric by Kravet and accented with pink bow in Holland & Sherry fabric. Wilton | 203-762-2888 | sheridaninteriors.com

Maggie Hudson Blau, Hudson Blau Designs Queen Anne-style chair decoratively painted by Floe Painting and upholstered by Chris Upholstery in fabric by Fabricut. Westport | 203-247-1044

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Marcia Tucker, Marcia Tucker Interiors

The Bright Group chair upholstered by Classic Upholstery in fabric by Manuel Canovas through Cowtan & Tout with trim by Samuel & Sons. Greenwich | 203-409-3692 | marciatuckerinteriors.com

Sarah Blank Design, SBD Kitchens, LLC

Nance’ J. Vigneau, Vigneau & Associates Interiors, LLC Louis XVI chair designed and faux painted by Vigneau & Associates and upholstered by Triple S Reupholstery in fabric by Cowtan & Tout and trim by Samuels & Sons. Westport | 203-226-0581 | vigneauandassociates.com

Sarah Kaplan, Dovecote

Ron Marshall, Ronald P. Marshall Inc.

Bowtie slipper chair from the 1950’s in pink velvet fabric and white lacquer wood. Fairfield | 203-292-5340 | ronaldpmarshallinc.com

Skye Kirby, Lillian August

Pair of two traditional armless chairs with straight camel backs designed by David Henderson for Sarah Blank. Darien | 203-655-6900 | sbdkitchens.com

Vintage faux bamboo library chair upholstered in pink velvet fabric. Westport | 203-222-7500 | dovecote-westport.com

Chair designed by Skye Kirby and upholstered in fabric by Jennifer Paganelli from the Sis Boom Collection. Norwalk | 203-847-3314 | lillianaugust.com

Susan Glick, Susan Glick Interiors

Veronica Hofstetter, Navia Collection by Veronica Hofstetter Studio

Young Huh, Young Huh Interiors

Modern Wing Chair upholstered in pink velvet fabric by Artistic Upholstery with nickel nail heads and dark wood finish on the legs. Westport | 203-984-4112 | susanglickinteriors.com

Oly Studio Louis chair upholstered by Artistic Upholstery in fabric by Weathervane Hill. Westport | 203-858-8062 | naviacollection.com

Antique French bergere finished in silver and gold leaf with fabric and upholstery by David Martinez of Stitch. New York, NY | 212-595-3767 | younghuh.com

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ANTIQUARIUS 2011 To Benefit the Greenwich Historical Society

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correctIon In the October issue of CTC&G and WC&G, in It’s Showtime! on pages 90-91, the installation of the wine cellar cooling unit, the brick masonry, and the design and installation of the wine cellar racking should have been credited to Signature Wine Cellars, LLC., Purchase, NY, 888-245-9674, signaturecellars.com.

wine cellar: robert grant; all residence photos: keith scott morton

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samuelandsons.com. bench, Grayson, Bernhardt Furniture, Lenoir, NC, 828-758-9811, bernhardt.com. bench fabric, Not Square in margaux, Jamie Drake Collection, Schumacher. drapery fabric (field), Jazzed in bloody mary; and drapery fabric (border), Raindrops in ripe tomato, Jamie Drake Collection, Schumacher. trim on drapery, Le Jardin Silk Border in 17 black, Samuel & Sons. Wall paint, Sidewalk Gray, ceiling paint, Soft Pink, crown (stripe) paint, Summer Sun Pink, Benjamin Moore, through Ring’s End, ringsend.com. area rug, Safavieh, safavieh.com. vase on skirted table, Frances

architects & designers building (A&D), 150 East 58 St., NYC, 212-644-2766, adbuilding.com. decoration & design building (D&D) 979 Third Ave., NYC, (212) 759-5408, ddbuilding.com. new York design center (NYDC), 200 Lexington Ave., NYC, (212) 679-9500, nydc.com.

people’s proJect residence: pages 57-69 pages 58-59: Interior design, Jamie Drake, Drake Design Associates, NYC, 212-754-3099, drakedesignassociates.com. reception area: table skirt fabric, Vallier Vine in graphite, Jamie Drake Collection, Schumacher (T), D&D, NYC, 212-415-3900, fschumacher.com. trim on skirt, Rouen Tassel Fringe in ruby, Samuel & Sons (T), NYC, 212-704-8000,

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Palmer, Weston, 203-227-7204, francespalmerpottery. com. obelisks, box, bowl, LCR, West Hartford, 860-231-7742, lcrcollection.com. fabrication of drapery, table skirt, bench upholstery, Weathervane Hill, Norwalk, 203-838-2999, weathervanehill.com. pages 60-61: Interior design, Susan Bednar Long, S.B. Long Interiors, Inc., Greenwich, 203-769-1030, sblonginteriors.com. living room: club chairs, ottoman, reupholstered loveseat, reupholstered wing chairs, *reupholstered piano bench, reupholstered armchair, NY Custom Furnishings LLC, Long Island City, NY, 718-392-0214, nycustomfurnishings.com. club chair fabric, Wool Velvet in hazelnut; round ottoman leather, Picardie in pug; double welt on ottoman, Aripeka in mussel; loveseat fabric, Sark in tern; loveseat trim, #P-1101-01; wing chair fabric, Crail in ceramic; *piano bench fabric, Bechemal; armchair fabric, Linen damask; table skirt fabric, Ruff in chocolate; drapery fabric, Twill in lynx; leading edge on drapery fabric, Caryopsis in spelt; stool fabric, Linen; throw pillow fabric, Rogers & Goffigon Ltd. (T), D&D Building, NYC, 212-888-3242. area rug, Fovama Oriental Rugs, Ltd., Westport, 203-254-0222, fovamaofwestport.com. table skirt, Scott C. Parker, Roxbury, 860-355-9738. Ivory glaze pedestal urn, nested side tables, *ivory stools, Baker Furniture (T), NYC, 212-779-8810, bakerfurniture.com. *chocolate brown

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ceramic lamp, cream ceramic table lamp, *standing lamp, Currey & Company (T), Atlanta, GA, 877-768-6428, curreycodealers.com. Drapery hardware, Estate Collection, Restoration Hardware, Greenwich, 203-552-1040, restorationhardware.com. Draperies, Scott C. Parker. Custom “X” upholstered stool, NY Custom Furnishings, LLC. Crystal hurricanes, *white porcelain carnation, *apricot mercury glass charm box, *bone rod pattern rectangular box, *chestnut pony boxes, *gray and white bone box, Lazy Susan USA, NYC, 888-578-7288, lazysusanusa.com. Iron root sculpture, round glass bottle with square stopper, round gold/mirror tray, Arteriors Home, NYC, arteriorshome.com. Custom throw pillow on club chair, custom kidney pillow on sofa, NY Custom Furnishings, LLC. Trim paint, Scullery White; wall paint, Mayfair White; Brown accent wall paint, Bitumen; ceiling paint, Porcelain; gray detail paint, Abbey Walls, Christopher Peacock Paint, peacockpaint.com. Throw blanket, fish bowl, Privet House, Greenwich, 203-340-9544. Painting above skirted table, Connecticut Snow, Ernest Albert, special loan from Wadsworth Atheneum, thewadsworth.org. Pages 62-63: Interior design, Philip Gorrivan, Philip Gorrivan Design, NYC, 212-339-7696, philipgorrivan.com. Sunroom: Dining table, Parsons, Baker Furniture (T), NYC, 212-779-8810, bakerfurniture.com. Dining chairs, leather tub chair, Profiles (T), NYDC, 212-689-6903, profilesny.com. Fabrication of window seat cushion, throw pillows, The Upholstery Shed, theupholsteryshed.com. Console table, ceramic purple lamps, cocktail tables, Mary Elizabeth chair, end table, Lillian August, lillianaugust.com. Loveseat, Philip Gorrivan Design for Duralee (T), duralee.com. Light fixtures, Axel Orb chandelier, Currey & Company (T), Atlanta, GA, 877-768-6428, curreycodealers.com. Draperies, upholstery of wingback chair, Weathervane Hill, Norwalk, 203-838-2999, weathervanehill.com.

Sofa slipcover, Naula Workshop, Brooklyn, NY, 718-628-1912, naulaworkshop.com. Silk area rugs, J.D. Staron, jdstaron.com. Ceiling glaze, Dean Barger, NYC, 212-252-2273, deanbargerstudios.com. Table dressing, Lux Bond & Green, lbgreen.com. Loveseat, large sofa throw pillow fabric, Maharani in plum; small sofa throw pillow, wingback chair fabric, Woods End in kohl; club chair throw pillow fabric, Wexford in peacock; large sofa throw pillow, slipper chair throw pillow fabric, Banks in peacock; wing chair throw pillow fabric, Alhambra Matelasse in plum; dining chair throw pillow fabric, Concerto in peacock; window seat cushion, Mary Elizabeth chair fabric, Cologne in fig; drapery fabric, Homer in verdegris; sofa slipcover fabric, Roxbury in verdegris, Philip Gorrivan Design for Highland Court through Duralee (T), NYC, 212-752-4040, duralee.com. Wall, crown paint, Light Pewter; ceiling paint, Violet Petal; baseboards, window frames, paneling, Nimbus; decorative stripe on woodwork, Smoke Embers; decorative stripe, Smoke Embers, Benjamin Moore through Ring’s End, ringsend.com.

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Philip Gorrivan Pages 64-65: Interior design, Paula Perlini, Paula Perlini Inc., NYC, 212-889-6551, paulaperlini.com. Library: Painting, P. J. McGoldrick Company Inc., Pelham, NY, 914-712-1280. Stucco Veneziano in Damask plaster, Julie Hardridge, Architexture Studio, Redding, 203-664-1496. Sisal rug, Beauvais Carpets (T), NYC, 212-688-2265, beauvaiscarpets.com. Sofa, Luther Quintana Inc. (T), Brooklyn, NY, 718-827-3240, lqupholstery.com. Sofa fabric, Livingston in almond, Philip Gorrivan for Highland Court through Duralee (T), NYC, 212-752-4040, duralee.com. Armchairs, side chairs, wing chairs, pillows, Nautical Needles, Westbrook, 860399-9754, nauticalneedles.biz. Armchair fabric, Ivy Paisley in pumpkin, Galbraith & Paul through Holland and Sherry (T), NYC, 212-355-6241, hollandandsherry. com. Side chair fabric, Paisley in jaipur, Rogers & Goffigon Ltd. (T), D&D, NYC, 212-888-3242. Wing

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Paula Perlini chair fabric, La Reine in tumeric; pillow fabric, roman shade fabric, Marrakech in gold and brown, Carleton V Ltd. (T), NYC, 212-355-4525, carletonvltd.com. coffee table, ottoman, DeAngelis, Inc., Long Island City, NY, 212-348-8225. Porcelain white stools, Ballard Designs, 800-536-7551, ballarddesigns.com. Fireplace tile, Jessinian Field, Artistic Tile, NYC, 212-727-9331, artistictile.com. Hearth, Mahogany honed limestone in chocolate brown, Artistic Tile. roman shade, Claire Wilkens, Bedford, NY, 914-234-3572. Table lamps, Marvin Alexander Inc. (T), NYC, 212-838-2320, marvinalexanderinc.com. Floor lamps, The Accessory Store, Stamford, 203-889-6551. Desk chair, desk lamp, painting, lamps, picture lights, eagle brackets, Paula Perlini Inc. spark guard, Saybrook Country Barn, Old Saybrook, 860-388-0891, saybrookcountrybarn.com. Painting, Ashland Farm, Jerry Weiss, Chester, 860-526-9428, jerrynweiss.com. silk flowers, Diane James Home, Norwalk, 877-434-2635, dianejames.com. Vases, John Rosselli, Antiques & Decorations, NYC, 212-750-0060. Accessories, Treillage Ltd., NYC, 212-535-2288. Trim paint, China White, Benjamin Moore, benjaminmoore.com. Pages 66-67: Interior design, Sandra Morgan, Sandra Morgan Interiors, Inc. & SM Home, Greenwich, 203-629-8121, sandramorganinteriors.com. Dining room: *curtains, Peter Jonas Workroom (T), Larchmont, NY, 914-834-4095, peterjonas.com. *curtain fabric, Bellini Stripe in yellow and ivory, Cowtan & Tout (T), NYC, 212-647-6900, cowtan.com. *Decorative hardware for curtains, Reeded Pole #HDW20023, Kravet (T), NYC, 212-421-6363, kravet.com. Wall, ceiling coverings, Bamboo in ivory and yellow, Cowtan & Tout. Faux leather for chairs, Brina in alabaster, Kravet. chair reupholstery, Peter Jonas Workroom and Correctional Enterprises, Suffield. Wing chairs, ivory cotton velvet, Sandra Morgan Interiors/SM Home. Wall sconces, #WLA20/2, Vaughan Ltd. (T), NYC, 212-319-7070,

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vaughandesigns.com. *Pedestals, Sandra Morgan Interiors/SM Home. Blue and white porcelain with white silk orchids, designed by Diane James, available through SM Home. Artwork, Lost Diary and But I Promised Not to Tell, Penny Putnam; Three Lemons and Lemons on Blue Satin, Robin Frisella; The Valley, William McCarthy, all through Sandra Morgan Interiors/SM Home. Placemats, napkins, napkin rings, white tablecloth, Home Boutique of Greenwich, Greenwich, 203-869-2550, homeboutique.com. sterling flatware, blue-rimmed service plates, salt/pepper shakers, crystal votives, cut crystal stemware, Lux, Bond & Green, lbgreen.com. All other accessories, Sandra Morgan Interiors/SM Home. Paint, Scullery White, Christopher Peacock Paint, Inc., peacockpaint.com.

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Pages 68-69: Interior design, Nick Geragi, LouAnn Torres, Joe Passero, Klaff’s, Norwalk, 203-866-1603, klaffs.com. Ladies’ room: Vanity, make-up, cabinetry, Klaff’s. sink, Barbara Barry; pedestal, Hampstead; *toilet, Bridgeton; faucet, Bellis, Kallista, kallista.com. Tile, stone, New Ravenna Custom Mosaics,

newravenna.com. countertops, Travertine Classic, Ferazzoli Imports at Galleria Stone, Middletown, 860-346-1923, galleriastone.com. Mirror, Klaff’s. Decorative screen, Isabella mirrored screen, Klaff’s. ceiling light, Baldachino; sconce, Danieli, Niermann Weeks (T) niermannweeks.com. Wall covering, GP&J Baker, Brandman’s of Westport, 203-227-7224, brandmans.com. Accessories, Miraflores Silver, Labrazel, labrazel.com. Men’s room: Toilet, Bridgeton; vanity, faucets, mirror, lavatory, countertop, Michael Smith collection, Kallista. Wall covering, Ralph Lauren, Brandman’s of Westport, ralphlauren.com. *Window covering, A M Drapery, Inc., Norwalk, 203-847-7111. Tile, Honed Basket Weave, American Stone, amerastone.com. Accessories, Hugo, Labrazel.

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Tricia Izzo, Carolyn Kron Pool house: Pages 70-71 Pages 70-71: Interior design, Tricia Izzo, Carolyn Kron, Shelter Interiors LLC, Westport, 203-341-9535, shelterinteriorsllc.com. Bathroom: *Toilet, Memoirs K-3812; faucet, Bancroft K-10579; lavatory, Caxton K-2210-G; vanity legs, Kathryn K-6839; sconces, all Kohler, through Bender Showrooms, 800-456-4537, kohler.com. *Floor tile, Daltile, through Bender Showrooms, daltile.com. Mirror, étagère, Shelter Interiors LLC. *Valance fabric, Chiang Mai Dragon in aquamarine, Schumacher (T), NYC, 212-415-3900, fschumacher.com. Valance fabrication, Deborah Johnson-Ball, 203-226-4018. Wall covering on ceiling, Negril, Thibaut, thibautdesign.com. Wall paint, White Dove; trim paint, Super White, Benjamin Moore through Ring’s End, ringsend.com. Beverage area: sink, #K-3325 Undertone; faucet, #K-691 BN Vinnata, Kohler, through Bender Showrooms. Backsplash tile, East Hampton, Artistic Tile, 877-528-5401, artistictile.com. countertops, Vetrazzo, through Artistic Tile, vetrazzo.com. cabinetry, Medallion,Maple cabinets in Onyx (lower) and Harbor Mist (upper) through NuKitchens, Norwalk, 203-831-9000, nukitchens.com.

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Paint, same as bath. Wall covering on ceiling, Negril, Thibaut. Accessories, Shelter Interiors. Wall art, Chiang Mai Dragon in aquamarine, Schumacher. Refrigerator, Haier, #WC200GS through Green Demolitions, greendemolitions.com. Ceiling pendant, Currey & Company (T), Atlanta, GA, 877-768-6428, curreycodealers.com. Outside changing area: Changing cabana fabric, Seaward Captain in navy, Sunbrella, Sailrite, 800-348-2769, sailrite. com. Changing cabana hardware, #140427, Signature Hardware, signaturehardware.com. Cabana curtain fabricator, Deborah JohnsonBall. Outdoor cushion fabric, Breaker in navy, DeLany & Long Ltd., through Rogers & Goffigon (T), 203-532-0010. Outdoor cushion fabricator, Slipcovers by Dave, 203-268-7600.

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Guest cottage: Pages 72-79 Pages 72-73: Interior design, Carey Karlan, Last Detail Interior Design, Darien, 203-921-5151, careykarlan.com. Kitchen: Window treatment fabric, Cordate in reed, Barclay Butera through Kravet (T), 800-645-9068, kravet. com. Window treatment trim, Olympia Wood Fringe in natural, Samuel & Sons (T), 212-704-8000, samuelandsons.com. Ceiling paint, Pale Avocado, Benjamin Moore through Ring’s End, ringsend.com. Electric cooktop, KM5840; espresso machine, CM5100; range hood, DA398-5, Miele, mieleusa.com. Sink, Avado; faucet, Victoria, Elkay, 630-547-8484, elkayusa.com. Refrigerator drawers, Sub Zero through Green Demolitions, 888-887-5211. Floor, Good Earth Millworks by Michael Greenberg & Associates, 203-544-0049, goodearthmillworks.com. Floor installation, Masterpiece Wood Floor, New Milford, 860-355-4169, masterpiecewoodfloor.com. Cabinets, Butter cream, Plain & Fancy through NuKitchens, Norwalk, 203-831-9000, nukitchens.com. Countertops, DuPont Corian private collection, Ring’s End, 203-655-2525, ringsend.com. Wall covering, #5004830, Schumacher (T), D&D, NYC, 212-415-3900,

fschumacher.com. Dining room: Carpet, Fovama Oriental Rugs, Ltd., Westport, 203-254-0222, fovama.com. Window treatment face fabric, Cordate in reed, Barclay Butera through Kravet. *Window treatment lining fabric/flange, Chanticleer 93701-01, Aripeka 780004-14, Rogers & Goffigon Ltd. (T), Greenwich, 203-532-8068. Hardware, swingarm, Gaby Hardware through Wakefield Collection (T), Stamford. Chandelier, Beesthorpe Lantern 9172, Currey & Company (T), curreycodealers.com. Table settings, ceramics, dbO Home, 800-364-6008, dbohome.com. Table, Inga Trestle, oak top; chairs, Easton, pear, Maine Cottage, 866-366-3505, mainecottage.com. *Mirror, 1004 Brompton, Currey & Company. Pages 74-77: Interior design, Catherine Cleare, Catherine Cleare Interiors, LLC, Westport, 203-454-9430, clearinteriors.com. Living room: Fabric for sofa, loveseat, Avignon Linen Weave in blanc, fabric for armchairs in front of bookcase, Manhattan in viridian; *fabric for armchairs in front of fireplace, Arbre Chinois in meadow; fabric on pillows, Babes Tweed in granny smith (front) and Bagan in peacock (back), Schumacher (T), D&D, NYC, 212-415-3900, fschumacher.com Fabrication of sofa, loveseat, armchairs, pillows, Triple S Upholstery, Stratford, 203-375-3737, triplesclean.com. Upholstery of two armchairs, furniture painting, Correctional Enterprises, Suffield. Window treatments, DUC-Interiors, Norwalk, 203-849-1089, duc-interiors.com. Window hardware, DUC-Interiors. Window treatment fabric, Cordelia Sheer in bone; Drapery trim, Saint Tropez Braid in kiwi, Schumacher. Area rugs, Linen Wool Cord in soft teal and lime, Elizabeth Eakins Inc. (T), Norwalk, 203-831-9347, elizabetheakins.com. Table lamps, Currey & Company (T), Atlanta, GA, 877-768-6428, curreycodealers.com. Paint on tables, Marble White; wall paint, Forest Valley Green; accent paint in bookcase, Bermuda Turquoise; trim paint, Marble White, Benjamin Moore through

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Ring’s End, ringsend.com. Potted orchid, floral bouquet, Diane James Home. Powder room: *Mirror, Endsleigh, Currey & Company. Wall covering, Manor Gate in aloe, Schumacher. sink, *toilet, faucet, accessories, Kohler, through Bender Showrooms, Torrington, 860-618-2944, bendershowrooms.com. *Light fixture, Ginger Company through Bender Showrooms, gingerco.com. stone floor, countertop, Bulgarian white honed stone with decorative insert, Paris Ceramics, NYC, 212-644-2782, parisceramicsusa.com. Hall: Area rugs, Reverse Twill in beige, Elizabeth Eakins. *Wall sconce, console table, Medallion mirror, Currey & Company. *Flush mount ceiling fixture, Bender Showrooms. Wall paint, Rattan; trim paint, Mascarpone, Benjamin Moore, through Ring’s End. study: Fabric for wing chair, Hot House Flowers in verdance; *fabric for pillows, Poiret Satin; fabric for desk chair, Avignon Linen Weave in blanc, Schumacher. Wing chair, desk chair upholstery, pillows, Triple S Upholstery and Correctional Enterprises. Area rug, Elizabeth Eakins. *Floor lamp, Eternity; desk lamp, Kintbury, Currey & Company. Wall paint, Huntington Green; trim paint, November Rain, Benjamin Moore through Ring’s End. Potted orchid, Diane James Home, Norwalk, 877-434-2635, dianejameshome.com.

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Pages 78-79: Interior design: Glenda Moralee of By Design Interiors, New Canaan, 203-966-8112, and Polly Denham of Polly Denham Interiors, 203-249-6530, pollydenhaminteriors.com. Queen bedroom: Wall paint, Davenport Tan; floor paint, Baby Fawn, Benjamin Moore through Ring’s End, ringsend.com. Area rug, Fovama Oriental Rugs, Ltd., Westport, 203-254-0222, fovamaofwestport.com. Bed linens, Home Boutique of Greenwich, Greenwich, 203-869-2550, homeboutique.com. Queen headboard fabric, Palampore Embroidery in mineral, Schumacher (T), D&D, NYC, 212-415-3900, fschumacher.com. Queen bed skirt fabric, Dotted Silk Weave in mocha, Schumacher. Window treatments, bed skirt,

pillows, headboard upholstery, Traditional Drapery, Bridgeport, 203-365-0634, tdrapery.com. Drape fabric, Anya Linen in mineral, Schumacher. Devereux mirror, salon writing desk, Lysanne nesting table, Moonglow bedside lamps, Currey & Company (T), Atlanta, GA, 877-768-6428, curreycodealers.com. Desk lamp lampshade, Accessory Store, Stamford, 203-327-7128, stamfordshades.com. Drapery hardware, S&L Designs (T), Dallas, TX, 214-742-6949, s-ldesigns.com. Antique desk chair, white ceramic urn, United House Wrecking, Stamford, 203-348-5371, unitedhousewrecking.com. Desk tabletop accessories, Juliska, juliska.com. Window treatment installation, Ultimate Window Installations, Robert Woehrle, 203-913-3451. Floral arrangement, Nielsen’s Florist, Darien, 203-655-2541, nielsensflorist.com. radiator covers, Correctional Enterprises, Suffield. Twin bedroom: Wall, floor paint, Baby Fawn; headboard paint, Horizon Gray and Feather Down, Benjamin Moore through Ring’s End. Area rug, Fovama Oriental Rugs, Ltd. Bed linens, Meridien Collection, Home Boutique of Greenwich. Window treatments, bed skirt, pillows, bolsters, Traditional Drapery. sofa, bolster fabric, Lorenzo Embroidery in natural; twin bed skirt fabric, Montebello Stripe in pear; valance fabric, Gweneth Linen in haze and greige, Schumacher. *Mirrored chest of drawers, *endsleigh mirror, Currey & Company. Window treatment installation, Ultimate Window Installations, Robert Woehrle. Bath: *Toilet, sink, fittings, Kohler through Bender Showrooms, Torrington, 860-618-2944, bendershowrooms.com. Lights, glass shelf, Ginger & Company through Bender Showrooms. Wall paint, Baby Fawn, Benjamin Moore through Ring’s End. Mirror, Best Plumbing, Stamford, bestplg.com. stairs: Paint, Baby Fawn and Davenport Tan, Benjamin Moore through Ring’s End. All new rugs and fabric treated by Fiber Seal, fiberseal.com. sPecIAL THANKs To: Facilities manager, Jeffrey Waller. electrician, Tres Calloway. skilled maintenance staff, John Farrell and Jeff Lewis. Painters, Paul Levesque, Robert Valente, Grant Moore of Moore Painting and Brian O’Reilly of Personal Painters. carpenters, Joe Moreira, Bryan Bowser and Jerry Bouchard. Plumber, Mike Agnes. Tiling, Paul Turco of Eastview Builders. Wall covering installation, Ed Faitella of Flamingo Wallcoverings. For more on the Governor’s residence, visit ct.gov and cottages-gardens.com TrAVeL BY DesIGN Page 82: Wildcatter ranch, Graham, Texas, 888-462-9277, wildcatterranch.com.

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People’s Project Designers What did you love about your space and how did you use it in your design? Catherine Cleare “The charming brick guest cottage reminds me of Hansel and Gretel. You expect to smell brownies baking in the oven upon arrival. I loved rummaging through the basement of the mansion, looking for hidden treasures that just needed a little TLC. All of the chairs and sofas have been reupholstered and all of the tables were painted white to create continuity. The rooms look homey, comfortable and beckon you to put your feet up.”

appear as if it were awaiting a Hollywood starlet, so we went a little glamorous.”

the beautiful millwork in the living room. I wanted to highlight the historical significance of that element in a fresh, modern way.”

Carey Karlan “I love the charm of cottages. I wanted to maintain the sense of a cottage nestled in the forest—but avoid the cutesy Seven Dwarfs stereotype! To achieve this, we mixed it up: a contemporary striped rug, brightly painted chairs, updated appliances and a vinyl bamboo paper in the kitchen contrasting with an old-fashioned window treatment, antique flooring and a repainted hutch.”

Sandra Morgan “I love the gracious scale of the dining room with its high ceiling, paneled fireplace and tall recessed windows. I highlighted the windows by installing yellow and white striped silk panels at ceiling height and a pair of custom trellis pedestals made for two large ferns in blue and white cachepots. The result is fresh and elegant.”

Susan Bednar Long “I loved seeing how the crisp chocolate and white paint on the fireplace wall underscored

Joe Passero, Nick Geragi and LouAnn Torres “We could not help but be inspired by the

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bold color and grandeur of the main floor, so we wanted the ladies’ and men’s rooms to fit right in. We made the ladies’ room a more feminine functional part of the mansion and gave the men’s room a masculine quality with a wood-paneled vanity. Our goal was to update both spaces while still respecting the architectural period of the home.” Paula Perlini “I love the intimacy of the library, and I enhanced it by painting the woodwork white and using a rich terra cotta Venetian plaster on the walls. This is where I hope the Malloys will settle at the end of the day to watch TV, read a book, or sit in front of a roaring fire.”

Polly Denham and Glenda Moralee “The guest cottage bedrooms evoked a tranquility that was very relaxing, so we worked to keep that feeling alive by choosing a neutral and quiet color palette to enhance the natural light. What we hoped to achieve was a serene escape for visiting dignitaries following a long day of government meetings.” Jamie Drake “The reception area has wonderful proportions and details that inspired my classic yet fresh design. I highlighted the great crown molding with an accent stripe that brings the eye up to the ceiling. Adding further height and stature are the striped curtains. It’s an elegant backdrop for Governor and Mrs. Malloy to greet guests.”

Tricia Izzo and Carolyn Kron “We loved the pool house because it was a completely blank canvas separated from the main house, so we were not restricted in any way by architectural details and historical significance. We wanted it to

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Design team (from left) Brought together by CTC&G to transform some of the public areas at the Governor’s residence: Susan Bednar Long, catherine cleare, Glenda moralee, Joe Passero, carey Karlan, LouAnn torres, Sandra morgan, Jamie Drake, Paula Perlini, tricia izzo, Polly Denham, nick Geragi and carolyn Kron (missing from photograph: Philip Gorrivan).

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Philip Gorrivan “It was such a delight to have the opportunity to redecorate the sunroom. Not only is it a very public space filled with amazing amounts of natural light, but it also is a room the family uses on a more personal level. It had to be the perfect balance of comfort and shine.”

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Equal Housing Lender. Atlantic Home Loans, Inc. 20 Chapin Rd., Unit 1013A, PO Box 2006, Pine Brook, NJ 07058 licensed or authorized Mortgage Lender/Banker by, and does not offer its loan services or products in any states other than, the following: CA Dept of Corporations, CT Dept of Banking, FL Dept of Financial Services, GA Dept of Banking & Finance, NJ Dept of Banking and Insurance, PA Dept of Banking, SC Sec of State, Virginia State Corporation Commission License MC-3001, TX Dept of Savings & Mortgage Lending, Mass Division of Banks and Loan Agencies –Atlantic Home Loans Licensed Mortgage Bankers Mortgage Lender and Mortgage Broker license #MC5212. Some products may not be available in all states. All offers subject to credit check and verification. Pricing and rates subject to change at any time. This is not a commitment to lend. Restrictions apply. All rights reserved. New York: AHL Home Funding, in lieu of true name, Atlantic Home Loans, Inc. 20 Chapin Rd., Unit 1013A, PO Box 2006, Pine Brook, NJ 07058. Registered Mortgage Broker – NYS Banking Department #204941. All Loans arranged with Third Party Providers. All offers subject to credit check and verification. Pricing and rates subject to change at any time. This is not a commitment to lend. Restrictions apply. All rights reserved. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

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