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contents SEPT/OCT 2021 vol. 16 | issue 3

features

departments

10 EDITOR’S NOTE

SUITE ESCAPE A textile designer creates a calming getaway.

12 GET THE GOODS Color trend: Fall Shades; Wiggle Room; Burl Wood

MAR’S LANDING A Westport residence is packed with personality and style.

18 HAUTE STUFF Marbleized Rugs

HOUSE OF BLUES Color and customized touches complete a family home.

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

A-LIST AWARDS SPECIAL SECTION The 2021 finalists are revealed.

88 LAST WORD Stock your shelves with the latest design books.

42 above: An artful arrangement by Mar Jennings.

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editor’s note /STYLE POINTS W

hat’s your style? The older I get, the less I know how to respond to this question. The honest answer is that it’s complicated, it’s evolving; more of a feeling than a simple answer like, “Traditional” or “Modern.” One of my favorite things about working as an editor is getting to see inspiring projects and fabulous products on a daily basis, but this (and the endless Instagram scrolling) often adds to the confusion. Am I really someone who can live with open shelving in a kitchen? Probably, no. Is a minimalist approach appealing to me right now because I share my house with a husband, three young kids and a dog? Probably, yes.

SCAN TO EXPLORE

What I do know, is great style when I see it, and there is plenty of it packed into all three of this issue’s features. A peek into textile designer Rosemary Hallgarten’s primary suite and closet reveals a masterclass in layering texture to create depth and warmth from a strict neutral palette. Even the studded Chloé boots at the foot of her bed coordinated with the creamy white alpaca bouclé; a little bit comfy, a little bit rock ‘n’ roll (page 36). For Mar Jennings, it was all about adding personal touches to transform his Westport home according to his needs (page 42). A garage became an enviable garden studio space while custom built-ins in the bedroom were added to display and store an expansive wardrobe. (Pro tip: Always keep the orange Hermès boxes.) In Michelle Morgan Harrison’s project, the designer had to get creative addressing the needs of a busy family who needed more space for family living than formal dining (page 58). But once those design dilemmas were solved, she got creative in other ways: splashing color onto walls, papering rooms with bold prints and adding fun fixtures. Finally, after last year’s virtual event, we’re more excited than ever to see you in person at the A-List Awards on September 14. We’re moving the party to The Village, a waterfront destination in Stamford’s South End, and hope to see you there. Purchase tickets today at athomealistawards.com. You’ll have a chance to network with our talented design community and celebrate the work of our finalists in this year’s A-List Program (page 76). For those of us who’ve not met, it would be a great place for us to connect. I promise I won’t ask you about your style!

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FALL IN LOVE WITH AUTUMNAL TONES

FAME LUXURY STONE Calacatta Viola marble; price upon request. West Haven; fameluxurystone .com

JAYSON HOME Dries sofa in Rome Pecan velvet; $5,350. jaysonhome.com

BUNGALOW Dome lamp; $398. Westport; bungalowdecor.com

WALLSHOPPE ‘Monroe Street’ wallpaper by Chris Benz in brown; $169 per roll. wallshoppe .com

DESIGNLUSH Contour lounge chair; $3,995. designlush.com

7 as crisp au tumn days turn c older, we envel ope ourselves with the richness of natur al fall c ol ors. they read as luxurious neu tr als when used t o paint an entire ro om and can add some instant dr ama t o refresh your tired upholstered pieces. —rhonda eleish, eleish van breems home

NERI & HU FOR DE LA ESPADA Trunk low cabinet in Bordeaux; $12,930. us.delaespada.com

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DESIGNERS GUILD Marjorelle rose wool/silk throw; $210. designersguild.com

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WAVY LINES STAY AHEAD OF THE CURVE

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Wiggle stool by Frank Gehry; $695. hivemodern.com

Gloria mirror; $1,300. Schwartz Design Showroom, Stamford; schwartzdesign showroom.com

Wave sheet set; $298. Westport; serenaandlily.com

Ray console; $2,013. Beehive, Fairfield; thebeehive fairfield.com

Zuma sofa; $4,937.50. Trovare Home Design, Greenwich; trovarehomedesign .com

Ripple king bed in Venice Peacock; $3,795. jonathanadler.com

Corvo large vase; $650. aerin.com

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goods /KNOTTY BY NATURE EMBRACE THE ORGANIC BEAUTY OF BURL WOOD

it is interesting t o think ab ou t how burl wo od is caused by illness, fungus, or infestations, yet is so desir able for cust om furniture and cabinetry. perhaps our sub c onscious mind is at tr acted t o burl because of something much deeper than the beau t y on its surface. —mari ann maher, the antique and artisan gallery

1 THEODORE ALEXANDER

Symmetry decorative chest; $4,500. Wakefield Design Center, Stamford; wakefielddesigncenter .com

2 WORLDS AWAY Sherwyn drum base lamp; $669. Fig Linens and Home, Westport; figlinensandhome.com

3 FOUR HANDS Journey executive desk in bleached burl; $3,299. Fofie & Mia’s, Larchmont; fofiemia.com

4 SOHO HOME Wallace burl shelves; $2,595. sohohome.com

5 CB2 Purl rotating coffee table by Felipe Hidalgo for Ellenberger Studio; $699. cb2.com

6 CRATE & BARREL

Mota burl wood media console; $1,799. Westport; crateandbarrel.com

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Gratia; to the trade. Stamford; starkcarpet.com

2 TAI PING

Aura I from Transcendent by Jamy Yang; to the trade. taipingcarpets.com

3 SURYA

Tibetan rug; starting at $65. burkedecor.com

4 DASH & ALBERT

Weston micro hooked wool rug; starting at $464. annieselke.com

5 ERIK LINDSTROM

Potosi; $100 per sq ft. eriklindstrom.com

6 JAIPUR LIVING

Genesis Atha; starting at $126. jaipurliving.com

7 MARC PHILLIPS

Satinwood Ivory; price upon request. marcphillipsrugs.com

8 CAPEL

Mineral marble rug; starting at $358. capelrugs.com

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WI ega S UP N b y m M A E CTIO ER T STL IA COLLE R A E N F OR LY W K E L HE CALI T F OR

above: “Color is the spirit of a room,” says Kelly Wearstler, in front of a wall painted with her California Collection for Farrow & Ball.

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Wearstler’s native coast. Salt (crisp white), Sand (a warm neutral) and Hazy (muted blue-gray) recall the picturesque Pacific Ocean while Tar (sunbaked off-black), Faded Terracotta (baked tile) and Palm (desaturated green) evoke the beauty of the desert. A softened yellow called Citrona “is an earthy contemporary take on chartreuse,” and Stoke gets its gray tones from the haze of cloud cover

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over city streets. Together, the range captures a modern California dream: moody, warm and optimistic. The California Collection aligns with the brand’s existing curation of 132 colors, each carefully selected to transform a room and conjure their own sense of place. Design devotees who regularly refer to their paint deck will be delighted to bring some Golden State vibes into their own projects. “Kelly

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Wearstler has created a collection that perfectly complements Farrow & Ball’s existing palette,” says Charlotte Cosby, Head of Creative at Farrow & Ball. “We know that her instinctive approach to color and passion for design will inspire people everywhere to bring color into their homes in new and exciting ways.” 32 E. Putnam Ave., Greenwich; farrow-ball.com

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or the first time in its 75 years of business, British paint purveyor Farrow & Ball is allowing an outside designer to create a palette of new shades. In choosing a partner, the company looked across the pond and all the way to sunny California, where famed American designer and color queen Kelly Wearstler reigns. Their collaboration features eight new hues pulled from the light and landscape of

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Fine Line MITCHELL GOLD + BOB WILLIAMS take a modern approach for fall tables and brass hardware-trimmed campaign furniture get reimagined, with refreshing results. Take a spin in one of their new swivel chairs, welcome additions to their existing selection of lounge seating, or admire the maple frame on their Scandinavian-inspired Townes chair. As for décor, look for rugs, lighting and finishing touches that complete the warm and welcoming feel. Luxe leather gets woven on pillows and nesting baskets or stitched onto mirror and picture frames. And be sure to grab the velvet cushions and bouclé throws, guaranteed cozy layers for cooler weather. 45 E. Putnam Ave., Greenwich; mgbwhome.com

above: The Montauk modular sectional includes a wood plinth base. this image: Brass

sheets accent the walnut curves of the Hayes buffet.

SETTING PRETTY VERONICA BEARD SETS ITS STYLISH SIGHTS ON A HOME COLLECTION

above: Textiles in the Chambray colorway easily

transition between seasons. right: Lay the groundwork for a perfect picnic with this block-print beach blanket ($295).

hances are, if you’re a fan of their outerwear, you’ll really love their homeware. VERONICA BEARD, the fashion brand known for its iconic dickey jacket, is expanding into the home space with a tabletop capsule collection. Called Boho Vine, the colors and geometric floral prints on placemats, napkins, tablecloths and beach blankets are inspired by the easy, breezy mood of late-summer gatherings. Co-designers and sisters-in-law Veronica Miele Beard and Veronica Swanson Beard saw the opportunity as a natural evolution for the brand, as both women love to entertain and set their tables for family and friends. “Your home is an extension of who you are,” says athomefc.com

Miele Beard. “It should reflect your personality as much as your clothes—and we want to inspire you to dress your table as much as we want to inspire you to dress yourself.” Look for the pieces at the Greenwich store or online at veronicabeard.com.

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF MITCHELL GOLD + BOB WILLIAMS; COURTESY OF VERONICA BEARD

hen crafting their latest collection, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams focused on how we live now. Spending so much time in our own homes has forced us to re-evaluate the ways in which our furniture and floorplans function. And while the designers behind the brand realize that comfort is key, they did not sacrifice style when dreaming up their latest pieces. What co-founder and president of design Bob Williams refers to as “New Modern” is “architectural, yet also warm and welcoming, and beautifully crafted.” Sculptural sofas add sophistication while inviting modular sectionals offer versatility. Farm

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above: Items like the neon sign and wall mural are shoppable at smartd2playrooms.com.

Happy Place SMART D2 PLAYROOMS creates a sweet spot at the Ronald McDonald House b y m e g a n g a g n o n

and Bowen Poole worked their magic. below: Smiling faces in the new space.

fter a decade of hosting families, Ronald McDonald House of Greater Hudson Valley was due for a redesign. Assigned with the playroom, Denise Davies and Karri Bowen Poole of Smart D2 Playrooms were approached to reinvent an escape where kids could focus on fun. It’s what the pair do best—executing rooms that balance imaginative play and interior design—since they joined forces in 2019. While both women continue to maintain their separate businesses (Davies with D2 Interiuers, Poole with Smart Playrooms), this joint venture has allowed them to bring their colorful vision to high-end commercial and communal playrooms. A rainbow-splashed mural by Allyson Monson Photography features inspirational words and butterflies, a call back to the images that were painted on the original walls. With a clementine façade and teal trim, an oversize playhouse pops, while a neon sign that reads, “Happy Place” adds

above: Moon Cosmati is available in two colorways.

ith an emphasis on innovation and expansion postCovid, ARTISTIC TILE recently launched a new collection of colorful patterns called “Made in America,” all domestically made in Artistic Tile’s energyefficient headquarters in Secaucus. To fulfill the demands of customers requesting colorful ways to reimagine their patterns, the designs can be completely customized in-house by the company’s team of skilled mosaic and waterjet artisans as part of Artistic Tile’s “Tailored To” program. Their in-house capabilities enable them to highly customize elements such as color, finishing, layout and more. “When we created these custom concepts, we weren’t interested in doing the expected or what might usually be stocked—no blends of white or white stone,” says Zach Epstein, chief product officer. “We wanted to introduce mosaics that are more colorful, more eye-catching, extraordinary, different and unique!” artistictile.com

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above: The existing room, before Davies

to the cheerful atmosphere. Cubbies along the wall add both storage and seating, leaving the rest of the space open for play (save for a modern activity table). Early into their partnership, the women created the Flower Power Fund, setting a goal of giving back to the community by donating playrooms with the help of donations and volunteers. Projects like the one presented by Ronald McDonald House were exactly what they had in mind. The women celebrated with the Ronald McDonald House team at the ribbon-cutting ceremony in celebration of their ten-year anniversary. Poole was able to reflect on it being “so rewarding and such a great feeling because we were coming off of Covid, with people getting sick and losing jobs and so much sadness around the world. To have this experience with so much positivity and so many people giving back, it was just really incredible.” smartd2playrooms.com

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SAM ALLEN is sharing all his designer favorites

sourcing and curating the different lines, all at accessible price points. Finds include everything from tabletop items to decorative accents, throw pillows and textiles, European candle and soap lines, organic lamps and coffee table books. In addition, guests can preview Allen’s Handmade in New England table collection, which includes dining, cocktail and side tables, benches and nightstands. Each piece in the Handmade in New England collection is

his fall, interior designer Sam Allen is launching two new sites—one digital, one brick-and-mortar—that will make his style much easier to shop. Customers can visit The Shop by Sam Allen Interiors online or in Westport, just in time for a seasonal home décor refresh. Shoppers will have access to one-of-a-kind products and pieces that Allen uses in his own clients’ homes. The designer spent a year

based on custom tables that Allen uses in his projects. Another perk of stopping by in person: Allen is offering his design expertise in a studio off the back of the 1,400-square-foot space. Take him up on his styling services to see how the products can be arranged in your home and get your own signature Sam Allen look. 14 Post Road West, Westport; 203-984-5590; samalleninteriors.com

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WHEN IT COMES TO SETTING THE TONE OF A SPACE, COLOR PLAYS AN UNDENIABLE ROLE— IT CAN SERVE AS A SOOTHING BACKDROP, A MOOD BOOSTER OR A “WOW” FACTOR. THESE 12 DESIGNERS SHARE HOW GOING BOLD, STAYING SUBTLE OR SPRINGING FOR THE UNEXPECTED CAN ALL MAKE A STATEMENT. by l auren fet terman

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I love Benjamin Moore’s Stained Glass, a deep, bluey-green hue. I’m working on a library/ bar with a lot of brass, antique mirrors and rich velvets, and this color grounds the space and sets the mood!

Brilliant Blue by Benjamin Moore is pure fun for kids’ spaces. I love this pop of blue for a room, especially when applied on a ceiling. The color energizes you the moment you walk into the space. You don’t need to paint every wall in the entire room in this color; in fact, I love to use the ceiling as the fifth wall, and the result is so impactful.

I’m not a huge fan of “bold colors,” but I’ve always had an affinity for orange—I love anything that comes in an orange box—and it goes well with so many other colors. Even though orange seems a bit intimidating due to its bright hues, I would love to paint a panelled study in Farrow & Ball’s Charlotte’s Locks in a lacquer finish.

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WILD CARD I recently painted a family room in Benjamin Moore’s Palmer Green. It’s rich and moody yet vibrant at the same time. I love how it really pops against a creamy white trim. I paired it with sunny yellow and cornflower blue furnishings, and it may just be my favorite color combo yet!

GO-TO HUE

Even though the name has “pistachio” in it, Palest Pistachio by Benjamin Moore typically reads more white with a hint of pale blue. I use this often on ceilings and trim when just a touch of color is needed.

Paint can pack a powerful punch and become the focal point, or it can be subtle and act as a soothing backdrop to your room. My go-to calming hue is Ammonite by Farrow & Ball. When I use it on walls, I typically select the flat finish and use the same color for the trim in a Satin Impervo finish. It makes a subtle yet very sophisticated and modern statement.

I am a huge fan of neutrals, especially grays, and Balboa Mist by Benjamin Moore never seems to disappoint. I just used a high gloss finish of this color on a client’s kitchen cabinets with brass hardware, and it is just divine! Whether you’re painting kitchen cabinets—I always tend to use a high gloss or lacquer finish—or just painting your walls in a flat finish throughout your home, it’s the perfect soothing backdrop for whatever your design scheme may be.

Benjamin Moore’s Tissue Pink is the perfect alternative to the white wall. This isn’t your average children’s room pink—it’s a beautiful, mature shade of pink and makes an understated impact.

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We are huge fans of adding pops of bright yellow to bring a touch of happy and whimsy to a home. I’m currently crushing on marigold tones like the aptly named Yellow Marigold by Benjamin Moore. It’s smile-inducing—what’s better than that?!

If a client is open to it, I always love the opportunity to bring a dramatic, deeply pigmented hue into a home. Black Raspberry by Benjamin Moore is a personal favorite. Even with purple undertones, it has a masculine and modern edge. This color is more versatile than one would expect, pairing beautifully with grays and blush tones.

The time has finally arrived—Benjamin Moore’s Water’s Edge is making its debut in my design! We’re finishing a large built-in in this color in a lacquer finish. The shade is bold and strong, yet so organic and soothing. It will be fabulous.

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GO-TO HUE

River Blue by Benjamin Moore is my go-to for built-ins, cabinetry and dining rooms. This deep teal exudes a vibrant sophistication that feels rich in a matte finish, yet playful in high gloss. It pairs beautifully with warm browns and taupes as well as brighter colors!

My go-to hue for design projects, especially new construction with architectural details, is Wrought Iron by Benjamin Moore. This moody gray is a sophisticated and modern alternative to traditional black and looks fabulous on front doors in a high gloss finish. I also love to use it as a chic highlight on cabinetry and handrails.

My favorite color to use is Farrow & Ball’s Purbeck Stone—it’s a chameleon. When working with a neutral palette, you can see this color change based on the fabrics you use within the room; Purbeck Stone literally melts into the space. This is my go-to and has never failed me.

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WILD CARD Benjamin Moore’s Cheerful is a bright color that injects a feeling of exuberance and warmth. It mimics gorgeous garden flowers—tulips, forsythia, yellow roses— and marries well with other colors found in nature. I would use Cheerful on built-ins, accent walls and ceilings in spaces where you want an uplifting, feelgood vibe.

GO-TO HUE My go-to hue is Benjamin Moore’s Silver Satin. It’s clean and neutral and complements any decor. It sits softly in the background, offering a Zen-like feel. I use it everywhere—walls, ceilings and built-ins.

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How does your work as a textile designer inform your interior design style? For me, it’s about the old

and the new, about making history feel contemporary. I love to harness the textile traditions of ancient communities, the weavers and rug makers in Peru, Brazil and Nepal, and make them feel modern in terms of design and texture. One of the things people say about my textiles is they feel good. They are comfortable and cozy. You want to touch them, to sit on them. When I’m talking to clients about my rugs, if it’s summertime, I tell them to take their sandals off and step on them. How would you characterize your interior design style overall? I like modern but layered with history.

I like to mix old with new in everything I do. I gravitate toward monotones with lots of textures. I like simple, calm and luxurious, but inviting and comfortable. opposite page: The master suite’s soothing palette of whites and creams adds to its spa-like vibe. The feathered Roman shade is an ombré alpaca linen in Oat, the curtains are a micro bouclé in Powder, and the Oanh Setee by Bright Group is covered in a plush Suri alpaca called Gatsby. The three-legged table is from Terrain.

How does your master suite reflect that? Unlike the downstairs, which is filled with things I’ve collected

over the years and inherited from my mother, the master is the Zen space, a place of real calm. I wanted a bedroom with a bath. That was the starting point. I wanted this area to be an oasis and have a sense of calm, almost the feeling of a spa, and having a bath in the bedroom contributes to that feeling. The bed is modern and low. The ombré window treatments are subtle and elegant. The Victorian letter drawer, which I inherited from my aunt, is very old. The ombré alpaca rug next to it is new—it’s part of my Ley Lines collection. My closet space was built by the Amish in Ohio. So, there’s that traditional element; the hanging part is set up like a retail clothing store, which has a modern feel. > athomefc.com

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this page: The custom bed is upholstered in Elia in cream with a white Drift bedcover and features a Glam throw in Galaxy and a pair of blush faux shearling pillows. A textured rug called Alpaca Flow in Whitestone is soft underfoot. The shark photo is by Chris Leidy; wooden totem is by California artist Rich Chapman. opposite: Victoria & Albert’s Barcelona tub was the inspiration for the room.

I’ve read that you are an advocate of sustainability. How does this play out in your design? Sustainability means two things: the sustainability of

the product and also sustaining communities and giving them livelihoods; it’s about giving work to people rather than just machines. Sustainability and a social consciousness; these values are important to me and to my whole team. They are part of our mission, and everyone who works for me values them as I do. How difficult is it to do a room in a monochromatic palette? The master

suite is a good example of how I use textures to add interest. I think if you have textures to play with, then it’s easy. Every rug designer wants their client to start with a rug. As it happened, I didn’t do that in this room. My starting point was the tub, because I had dark floors, and I wanted something very calm and monochromatic and light. You have to have textural contrast, and then it’s fun to throw in something hot—whether it’s a kind of more masculine gray like the throw on the bed or something more feminine. athomefc.com

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this page: The designer continued the spa theme in the shower area, with its monochromatic tiles and sleek Duravit sink. The felt marble rug in Whitewash “feels like a massage on your feet,” she says.

That shark makes a bold statement. How did you come up with him?

Please tell us about your use of texture in this space. All the products

Oh gosh, the shark. It’s funny. I don’t usually like sharks. But I met the photographer, Chris Leidy, at a show at Arc Fine Art in Fairfield and fell in love with the piece. To me, there’s something very soothing about it.

are from my collection. A lot of it is made of alpaca—the rugs, the throws, the drapery. Alpacas are a good sustainable yarn, and alpacas themselves prevent erosion, which is part of my whole story about why I love alpaca. Everything is made by hand. I go to Peru twice a year and know the artisans and their families. Everything has a lot of depth in that way. The ombré Roman blind in the bedroom is a good example of how texture can add interest. I wanted to do something dramatic with it and highlight the height of the ceiling, so I created this very long Roman shade and played with the fabric, which has a kind of satin finish. Everything is very monotone and peaceful, and this created a little bit of visual drama. I think it shows how you can do that in a monochrome. The sofa is covered in one of my new alpaca fabrics that I’m launching in the fall. It’s called Gatsby, and it’s made

The wooden totem? The tallest ceiling in the house is in my bedroom,

and this piece was perfect for that. It’s a series of black and white photos of trees on a piece of wood by a California artist, Rick Chapman. The photos are encircled, like the growth rings of a tree. I love his work, and we did a swap in exchange for a rug. The spindly three-legged stool is from Terrain in Westport, and the two small stools are African. Again, it’s about contrast; something dark against the white. And they have a very organic feeling, which is what I love about them in that space.

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this page: The Amish-built closet space features a hanging rack meant to evoke the feeling of a retail store. The ombré runner is from Hallgarten’s new Ley Lines collection, the stool is covered in Lush, and the throw is an alpaca/linen duo in Alexandrite.

of Suri alpaca. They have longer hair, and it’s particularly lush and silky. The throw pillows on the bed are in a faux shearling.

Where did you find your inspiration? The bathtub. I wanted a bedroom

with a bath. That was the starting point. I wanted this bedroom area to be an oasis and have a sense of calm, but also to really be someplace I wanted to spend time and not just to be about the bed. —interview by jamie marshall

Any particular challenges you had to overcome in here? The bath, which

is by Victoria & Albert, was challenging because there’s a low ceiling on that side. Part of that room and the corridor leading to the shower area was originally an attic without any floorboards. The challenge was just negotiating the ceiling and not having the bath come too far into the room.

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shower is all one color, but it has a really nice texture. The throw rug is a marbled felt that’s made in Nepal. It feels really good, like having a massage on your feet while you’re brushing your teeth.

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this image: The Folly, Mar’s charming functional shed, sits at the foot of his driveway and keeps his garden supplies and real estate tools tidy. The stately gas lanterns were sourced in New Orleans and burn 24/7. opposite: A view of Rosebrook Gardens, circa 1996, from the street.

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Your home has fantastic curb appeal. I want to walk right in! Tell me

This is the most beautiful garage I’ve ever seen! What is it used for?

about it. My home is named Rosebrook Gardens after the many roses

I parked my small car in there exactly once and never did it again. After that, it’s become my pool house without the pool, a garden studio, a bar, a place to get away from the rain, to read, to have tea. A custom staircase on the side takes you up to my real estate office, but most importantly this is an ideal place to view and celebrate the garden. Fun features like the faux fireplace with a living wall and the black and white handpainted checkerboard floor make it a special spot. I even have a custom garage door inspired by a recent trip to New Orleans’ French Quarter. It’s designed to look like the French doors I admire so much. I also had the gas lantern shipped from New Orleans, along with the lantern at the foot of my driveway. They burn 24/7 as an eternal flame for those who have blessed my life and come and gone.

on the property and the calming, meandering brook at the end of the street. When I bought it in 1997, it was new, not quite finished, and it was pink! The first month I owned it I repainted the exterior, took down trees and planted new ones, created new garden beds, pulled out the asphalt driveway and replaced it with crushed stone, installed copper gutters and built the garage. Over the years, I focused on renovation and replacements that upped style and function, with the addition of the pergola, a folly, side terrace, cedar shingle roof, custom fireplace and a new chimney and fire pit. I also installed a wonderful Dutch door as I believe their design underscores an air of hospitality. What’s the folly? It’s the cute little outbuilding at the foot of my driveway.

A folly, by definition, is “a useless decorative structure,” but mine is decorative and functional. It’s a glorified shed that houses my rubbish bin, recycling hub, gardening tools and real estate supplies.

What about this stunning pergola and outdoor dining space?

Because I don’t keep my car in the garage, I turned this section of the driveway into a functional dining space and parterre garden, set around a

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this page: Mar’s spectacular outdoor dining area, located in his driveway, reveals a large table and chairs surrounded by oversized boxwoods in custom planters, a pair of lanterns and an antique mirror adorned with a Bacchus head, which enlarges the space. The covered garage is used for everything except parking Mar’s car—the floor is handpainted in a black and white checkerboard pattern, a living wall is installed in the fireplace, and the entire space achieves his goal of indoor-outdoor living. opposite: A view of the parterre garden and wisteria-covered pergola from the front of the home.

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“This is the most romantic place to entertain , because you’re among all the finishes, twinkle lighting, and details like the custom-designed windows and planters.” —mar jennings

above left: A custom gate takes you from Mar’s backyard into this driveway and outdoor dining area. above right: Morning coffee on the terrace, located just off the dining room, is a daily event. opposite: The garage functions as a bar, a party space, a place to read and relax, and most importantly, a garden studio, where Mar fulfills one of his many passions. athomefc.com

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clockwise from top left: A Dutch door, painted in high gloss black, emits a welcoming vibe; Mar’s living room offers a comfortable retreat for his guests as well as his Red Wheaton miniature schnauzer, Daisy Von Schnorkenheimer. The room is painted in Benjamin Moore’s Van Courtland Blue, an old-world soothing hue; The paintings are by American contemporary artist Dennis Shehan.

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beautiful outdoor dining table that sits under a wisteria-covered pergola. This is the most romantic place to entertain and appreciate Rosebrook Gardens, because you’re among all the finishes, twinkle lighting, and details like the custom-designed windows and planters. I organized the garden so that it’s beautiful to look at morning, noon and night, and it’s an amazing place to create memorable experiences. Night lighting and strategic spotlights take it to a whole new level of visual beauty after dark.

First, I made it a smart home so everything can be controlled by my phone, then I customized the front and back doors, the gardens, my studio, the terrace and splurged on outdoor lighting and an outdoor fireplace. I also had custom gates made for my white picket fence, built a special living room Gault Stone fireplace, and installed a Séura TV, which turns into a mirror when turned off. I always recommend elevating a space by doing custom work when possible, especially when it’s a smaller area, because every detail matters. Whether it’s cabinetry, millwork or making the outdoor areas beautiful, it’s about continuity and finding a familiar place for your eye to land and create comfort.

How did you choose this home? I looked at many, but this was a new

construction build that I could finish and make my own without worrying about the infrastructure, versus buying another home I could just make livable. I wanted this to look like an older home that had been renovated, and I knew it had great bones, windows and a fantastic layout. It’s also close to downtown Westport so I, or my house guests, can walk to town.

How much time do you spend in your kitchen? A lot. When I redesigned

it, I wanted a kitchen that was aesthetically beautiful, timeless and functional, yet I also wanted it to look like custom furniture, and Kitchens by Deane helped me achieve all these goals. I’m not a cook, but I know a great deal about designing kitchens, so I wanted some special features. My black custom La Cornue range is one, and the gray custom tile backsplash that Karen Berkemeyer Home created for me is another great accent.

What are some of the personal touches you added to your house?

I wanted to make this home look like it wasn’t cookie cutter construction, and the only way to do that was to do a deep dive with the details.

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opposite: The dining room reveals a view into the beautiful back yard via a wall of glass steelframed doors. this page: The custom kitchen was designed by Kitchens by Deane and is timeless and functional. A black La Cornue range is a focal point of the space, and Karen Berkemeyer Home designed the custom gray subway tile backsplash with four distinct patterns.

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“When I redesigned my kitchen, I wanted it to be aesthetically beautiful, timeless and functional , yet I also wanted it to look like custom furniture .” —mar jennings

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this page: The third floor is Mar’s happy place. His bathroom floor is covered in a herringbone tile, and the custom vanity has double sinks, a “must” in Mar’s book. A pair of circular sconces, designed by Thomas O’Brien for Visual Comfort, flank the window by his closet and mimic those in the kitchen.

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“My master is all about who I was, who I am and who I want to be. It’s my private domain , and…I built out my closets to accommodate my obsession with being a well-dressed gentleman .” —mar jennings

A traditional dining room is becoming obsolete in many homes today.

How did you furnish this space? The house is around 2,000 square

Do you use yours? Yes! My dining room is my conservatory and my

connection to Mother Nature—I love entertaining in here. I installed a wall of custom black steel doors and windows as part of my vision to embrace and immerse myself in the outdoors. It opened up the room so no sight lines were obstructed. My morning terrace off the dining room and my back patio are such sweet places to sit and enjoy coffee or cocktails or visit with friends.

feet, a great size for me and my three-year-old Red Wheaton miniature schnauzer, Daisy Von Schnorkenheimer. My home is all about the magic of the mix—old and new furniture, artwork and antiques. I always lean towards pieces that have stories and lineage. For example, in my dining room my console table is an old, wonderfully ornate wrought iron outdoor English balcony, which I used for the base, and the top is a new thick frosted piece of glass, combining old and new.

It’s obvious you love art! Is there anything special about your collection?

This third-floor situation is fabulous. What’s going on here? My third

I lean towards landscapes, and I think of my home as an art exhibit. I’m told I’m the largest collector of Dennis Shehan paintings in the U.S.; he’s an American contemporary painter whose pieces are moody and harmonious.

floor and master are all about who I was, who I am and who I want to be. It’s my private domain, and because I’m up high, I have beautiful sight lines, and it feels like I’m living in a tree house. I built out my closets to accommodate my obsession with being a well-dressed gentleman. I had to maximize the closets and wanted them to look like a special boutique department store. My custom built-in shelving unit is backed with a pretty seagrass fabric and houses my pocket squares, belts, watches and sunglasses. I also displayed my crazy collection of Hermès boxes on top as well as some of

What’s your favorite thing about your home? All the outdoor entertaining

spaces and garden areas. This home is Mother Nature-inspired and infused, and I love throwing intimate dinner parties with friends. I want every space to be about indoor-outdoor living, and I created very strategic entertaining areas that lend themselves to hosting groups.

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opposite: Mar’s sport jackets are hung on industrial rollers that are underlit. Just adjacent, his custom built-in shelving unit provides a home for his many accessories. A collection of orange Hermès boxes adds a pop of color to an otherwise neutral space. above: Pull-out tie racks and drawers are custom-fit to display pocket squares, belts, watches and sunglasses.

my equestrian trinkets—I still ride horses regularly! I have pull-out tie racks, a folding station, and the area reserved for my jackets is constructed on industrial rollers so key sections can be slid out to access my furnace. I’ve made great use of every inch of space in this house by hiding things I don’t need to see every day, including an insulated attic storage area behind my bedside table, where I keep my luggage and holiday decor.

How does your home make you feel? Purposeful, humbled and blessed.

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This home makes me realize there’s more to life than most people realize. The minute I named this property, I knew I wanted to create a legacy and be known as the man who created beauty wherever he went. As I renovate and change things, I try to write something on a beam, tuck a time capsule or leave a dated handwritten note within the walls. As the current steward of this home, I can only hope someday someone will discover what life on Mar’s was truly about through my words, my passion and my lifestyle brands.

lifestyle. All of my career platforms have a connection to my everyday life.

—interview by malia mckinnon frame

As an Emmy-nominated, nationally syndicated TV show host, actor, best-

I build everything I represent with the mission of being on top of that said industry. I strive to be the best in everything I do, and the same goes for my home. Truth be told, when I became a widower in 2005 and left a senior VP role in banking, I realized my priorities and purpose as well as my skill sets. I felt that life is about what your global footprint will be when you’re gone, so at that moment my home, my TV show and my design books became my legacy of sorts, where I share my talents and passions. As a public figure, these are also vehicles by which I’m inspired, and they allow me to set an example of kindness through the many facets of my day-to-day life.

Resources: Interior design: Mar Jennings, Westport; 203-227-4065; marjennings.com Cabinetry: Sterling Custom Cabinetry, Bridgeport; 203-335-5151; sterling-custom.com Upholstery: Artistic Upholstery, Norwalk; 203-849-8907; artisticupholsteryandfabrics.com

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below: Traditional farmhouse elements for the exterior, from gables and dormers to a wraparound porch, have a spare, contemporary treatment, with shiplap cladding and cleanly profiled clad metal windows. opposite: The foyer opens to the center of the house, with textiles in a range of blue-grays.

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Michelle Morgan Harrison uses paint and paper to BRING COLOR to a custom build Where is this house? It’s in town in New Canaan, on a road that goes

Coastal finished the exterior using some of their signature elements. For this house, the siding is shiplap with a one-inch channel. From a distance, it looks like clapboard, but like the design itself the material is technically advanced and very durable. They did the architecture, and I did the architectural interiors as well as the fittings and furnishings.

between the town’s two main thoroughfares, so it’s a very convenient location, just a short walk to school or downtown. It’s a wonderful modern take on a New England farmhouse. Who designed it? It was built by Coastal Luxury Homes, a Westport

based design/build firm. Joe Feinleib and his team came up with the design. It’s a familiar form, but with a contemporary twist.

How did you meet the client, and develop the design? We met at a New Canaan Cares house tour event. She toured one of the houses

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“The most important thing we did was work with textures , created with paneling, wallpapers and natural materials” —michelle morgan harrison

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this page, clockwise from top left: A blue-gray leather Ngala Trading chandelier provides a stunning focal point in the high-volume space; full-height paneling in a deep channeled grid pattern conceals a closet and powder room that open into the foyer; wallpaper on the ceiling—a custom Bradley USA pattern—is a decorative gesture used throughout the home; glass tile and pendant add shimmer to the foyer powder room.

this page: Kitchen stools from MONDO, covered in steel blue vinyl from Brentano, tuck neatly into the breakfast-table end of the T-shaped island, leaving the U-shaped traffic pattern workable and clear. A conversion finish varnish on the oak eating surface resists stains and damp rings. Open shelves of white oak contribute to the spacious feel of the design’s efficient layout. opposite: Bianco Carrara marble is used for the backsplash cladding and the two-inch mitered countertops in the work areas. The openings provide plenty of natural light, amplified with the clear glass melon-shaped pendants from Tech Harper.

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“She wanted a beautiful space that is also hardworking , so we chose the surfaces and seating for durability, in addition to their aesthetics .” —michelle morgan harrison

for which I did the interiors, which was another Coastal-built project. We clicked. She is the wife in a family of five, with three young boys, and had some specific ideas about what she wanted in her new home. She’s from California, and a lot of the ideas we decided on came from her style—she wanted things casual and relaxed, not formal. What were some of her priorities? She and her husband didn’t want a huge house, they wanted a livable, functional home. They’re a very active family. I joined when the floor plan was done and they were doing framing. They had already decided that they were going to use the room that would traditionally serve as a formal dining room as a studyhomework-craft room on the first floor. And they wanted the living and dining area—that one large room—to be everything. They wanted it to look a little different than the standard. In addition to an island where they could have breakfast and instead of a dining room, they wanted a central table that was usable, accessible and not precious. Everything needed to be family friendly. And while the design came together, there was a big debate: TV or no TV in the main space? And how did you solve that dilemma? The family room is the room that’s in the front, accessed through the living room area. In a lot of houses, this space would be the library. I wanted to make it really cozy, in deeper, darker tones. I wanted to design it so that you could use it as a library and also give it an enveloping feel, a getaway from the large bright spaces in the living-dining-kitchen area—someplace to curl up and read, or watch television.

this image: The live-edge, natural oak-topped dining table with its large, glowing chandelier from Ron Dier creates a focal point for the multifunctional living area. All surfaces are simultaneously glamorous and durable. Dual textiles—backs from Bradley USA and fronts from Fabricut—cover the Jessica Charles dining chairs.

Why did you use that beautiful blue barn door instead of a conventional opening? The door closes off the room, and we really filled it for maximum comfort. It’s a wonderful warm space for the family. By sliding the door open, the family room and the living room work together to make more seating for a larger gathering.

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above left and bottom: The family moved into their home in mid-2019, so the home’s layout, and particularly this dedicated children’s workspace, became an ideal setup for the 2020 school year. A playful Blue Watercolor pattern from Schumacher for the ceiling and shades with a whimsical Agatha pendant by Luis Eslava Studio for LZF enliven the clean-lined space. Quartz desktops and white-painted homasote board for pinning art and to-do lists create easy-care workstations for three active boys.

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For you, what are some of the home’s keynote features? The most important thing we did was work with textures, created with paneling, wallpapers and natural materials. I joked to the photographer that it’s almost like you want to call this house “Look Up” because there are so many great lighting fixtures and paper patterns that complete the design and make it unique.

Those hidden doors are a fun feature. What other surprises does this house hold? Starting with the foyer, the clean, straightforward and natural look of the space made its details very important. The textiles and papers we used throughout the house were chosen in tonal variations of steel blue from the lightest to the darkest, and the entry chandelier was certainly a critical detail. It’s made with beautiful, pale gray-blue leather.

Can we start at the front of the house—and the main entry? In the foyer, we wanted to do something other than a standard horizontal shiplap paneling, a popular treatment that we do use elsewhere—although we used a couple of panel widths to make it interesting. For this space, we used paneling in a large grid pattern overall—all the way to the ceiling of this double height space. The doors for the coat closet and powder room are hidden by the pattern, and so the paneling appears to be an uninterrupted wall surface.

How does this pattern of clean lines and eye-catching detail progress through the house? As you move from the entry toward the dining and kitchen area, we created a vestibule with two cased openings for a wet bar and wine space. We brought the color of the kitchen island into this transition point. But then, we gave it a special treatment with a fabulous wallpaper on the ceiling and midcentury-style light fixture. That is your gateway in. Then directly—dead center—in front of you is the live-edge oak dining table and its grand, rectilinear selenite chandelier.

opposite, top right: Well designed for its many functions, the mudroom hall is an axis for the family’s busy life. Its back entry door opens to the children’s play yard and an outdoor shower. But it is carefully appointed; hallway doors lead to a large closet and a powder room. As a crowning touch for the space, Michelle added custom hand-painted shades by Marie Burgos Designs for the ceiling fixtures. below left: the front entry offers a bench, hooks and plenty of storage, plus a low-maintenance gray porcelain plank tile floor. below right: the powder room is well equipped for the washing of small hands, with painted cabinetry and dramatic Samburu Nocturne wallpaper from Peter Fasano, also used on the ceiling of the front mudroom entry.

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this page: Designed as a quiet and cozy space for reading and watching films and television, easy-care comfort fabrics in deep tones create an enveloping feel. The space is lit with Palecek’s Beacon chandelier; touches of brass and a warming hearth add glow. athomefc.com

“When there’s a need for overflow seating , the barn door can be opened to the family room, and the blue chairs swivel so that they can face the activity wherever it’s happening .” —michelle morgan harrison

That’s quite a centerpiece. As you turn right, you’re in the kitchen. What informed your choices there? The client wanted to maximize the seating, so the T-shaped island achieved a large dining surface out of the path of the main work area of the kitchen. Along with the dining table, it’s natural oak, finished with conversion varnish so that this wood stands up to the client’s high-energy family. She wanted a beautiful space that is also hardworking, so we chose the surfaces and seating for durability, in addition to their aesthetics. Vinyl upholstery on the kitchen stools, and stain- and wear-resistant fabric were all must-haves. The natural oak open shelves all preserve the lightness and brightness of the space, and we chose tableware and accessories for the shelves that complement the overall palette and make an attractive display. And beyond the kitchen? There’s another barn door that can be closed between the kitchen and the mudroom hallway. Just beyond the kitchen is a pantry for more storage, and the entry to the children’s space for work, study and crafts. That kitchen barn door can be open to keep an eye on the children’s activity, or closed to create a sound barrier. What was the idea behind the lovely contemporary textile choice for the children’s space? The children love art—one of the boys is quite a talented artist—and the home’s wallpapers and decorative textiles capture some of that freehanded use of color and pattern, what I’d call a “painterly approach.” In the children’s space, the wallpaper on the ceiling and the same design for the fabric shades add some texture and energy, and the blue light fixture—it’s wood—is a perfect punctuation point for this room. Back to the main living area—the everything space. The fireplace wall of the living room space is simple, spare and beautiful. What is that single slab of stone? It’s Siberian White marble. Even though this living room is not huge, like the rest of the house, it’s hardworking, and there’s a nice energy in this arrangement. I love the shape of the armchairs in front of the patio door—they are just as

top: A blue sliding barn door creates an enclosed family room or enlarged living area; the living room’s Mr. & Mrs. Howard swivel chairs in blue textured velvet enable conversations in all directions. bottom: The living area’s floor plan is modest in size, but comfortable seating, great natural light and a functional layout create an ideal spot for relaxation and conversation.

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top: The living room’s focal point is a stunning fireplace wall of Siberian white marble, punctuated with a white-framed convex mirror and flanked by long windows curtained with a painterly Zoffany fabric. Twin custom T3 coffee tables anchor the seating area. below right: A pair of Taylor King wood arm chairs are a star element.

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above: Patio doors expand the open feel of the living area. The sofa, from Highland House in a pale blue-gray performance velvet, is accented with pillows in a Kravet fabric that coordinate with other soft and artful patterns seen throughout the home.

stylish as they are comfortable. When there’s a need for overflow seating, the barn door can be opened to the family room, and the blue chairs swivel so that they can face the activity wherever it’s happening.

And how did you make this happen? The mudroom is a hub for lots of activity. One end is at the foot of the back stairway, which leads to the second and third floors, and the space can be accessed from the kitchen and the children’s study. It also has three separate entries from outside the house: from its own door at the front of the house, from the back of the house where there’s a large open expanse of backyard and outdoor shower and from the garage. It’s doing quite a bit of work with a lot of style. There’s blue cabinetry, a built-in bench and a great wallpaper pattern on the ceiling and powder room walls. The space is lit by fantastic fixtures with hand-painted blue ombré shades. I love how it came together!

Before we go outdoors, we wanted to ask about the mudroom. What was your goal with this space? A family with three children means lots of movement in and out of the house, and the way this area works and looks was very important to the client. On the agenda were storage space for all the stuff, plus a clean and relaxed aesthetic with the same surprising accents that characterize the rest of the house.

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In addition to a big yard for three active boys, how did you work the back of the property for the grown-ups and for entertaining? We continued the home’s relaxed aesthetic outdoors, with the landscape designed by Odd Job Landscaping. The furnishings and mechanical components are on the cutting edge, technically. We did this really fun, metal pergola design; press a button, and its louvers can be automatically opened and closed. Built-in heaters extend the season for using the outdoor space, and the outdoor fireplace was designed with an automatic pop-up television. The plan checked all the boxes of their wish list. —interview by judy ostrow Resources: Architectural interiors and interior design: Morgan Harrison Home, New Canaan; 203-594-7875; morganharrisonhome.com Design/Build: Coastal Luxury Homes, Westport; 203-984-6869; coastal-lux.com Landscape design: Odd Job Landscaping, Norwalk; 203-655-3332; oddjoblandscaping.com

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this spread: The patio was designed with a sheltering pergola, fireplace and built-in heaters to expand its useful seasons. The Cane-line sofas provide comfort in the lounge area, with a pop-up television accessible at the touch of a controller from its slot in the masonry surround for the outdoor fireplace. In the open dining area, Cane-line Lean dining chairs are a modern take on traditional wicker.

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We hope this year’s set of finalists, with their innovative and imaginative projects, is just the inspiration you have been looking for to reimagine your own living spaces. The winner of each category will be revealed on September 14, 2021 at our networking gala and awards ceremony. We wish our finalists much luck, and we thank all who entered, as well as our judges and our generous sponsors, who have made this celebration possible.

The following is a listing of the 2021 A-List Awards finalists by category. Please note that this listing includes the entrant’s name and contact information for each finalist project. To view the full list of professionals credited for each project as well as a project photo, please visit athomealistawards.com to view our digital A-list Awards program. Each finalist “page” can be shared on social media, and the link to each page can be included on a website or forwarded via email.

Our local design community is truly a community, and that has never been more evident than during the past eighteen months. It’s a community built on supportive partnerships, behind-the-scenes collaborations, and problem-solving and magic-making, and when faced with unprecedented challenges, this community proved how essential good design is to living life to the fullest. This year’s A-List competition is full of luxurious yet livable spaces that convey the caliber of talent that exists in this community. Our esteemed panel of judges had the very difficult task of determining the finalists from a truly impressive pool of submissions, and we thank our judges for giving their time and expertise to this year’s competition.

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Karen Bow Interiors @karenbowinteriors Karen Bow Interiors Darien; 914-953-1517 karenbow.com

Hemingway Fine Homes @hemingwayconstruction Hemingway Fine Homes Greenwich; 203-625-0566 hemingwayconstruction.com

BATH DESIGN: Transitional/Modern

Karen Bow Interiors @karenbowinteriors Karen Bow Interiors Darien; 914-953-1517 karenbow.com

Green & Grain Style @greenandgrainstyle Jenn Cutler Green & Grain Style Redding; 310-844-8181 greenandgrainstyle.com

Douglas VanderHorn Architects @dvharchitects Douglas VanderHorn, Principal David Milliken, Project Manager Douglas VanderHorn Architects Greenwich; 203-622-7000 vanderhornarchitects.com

BATH DESIGN: Trad/Classic

Brooke Crew Interiors @brookecrewinteriors Brooke Crew Interiors Weston; 214-546-8562 brookecrewinteriors.com

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Thompson Raissis Architects @thompson_raissis_architects Thompson Raissis Architects Darien; 203-399-0100 tr-architects.com

Olivia Charney Interior Design @oliviacharneyinteriordesign Olivia Charney Interior Design Fairfield; 203-292-5618 oliviacharney.com

Laura Kaehler Architects @laurakaehlerarchitects Laura Kaehler, Project Designer Dave Reilly, Project Architect Laura Kaehler Architects Riverside; 203-629-4646 kaehlerarchitects.com

Hine Builders @timhine Hine Builders Southport; 203-255-5508 timhine.com

Carol Kurth Architecture @carolkurth Carol J. W. Kurth, FAIA ASID John Rapetti, Assoc. AIA Carol Kurth Architecture Bedford, NY; 914-234-2595 carolkurtharchitects.com

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William Lyon Designs @williamlyondesigns William Lyon Designs Stamford; 203-489-5624 williamlyondesigns.com

lulu HOME @luluhome.cami @luluhome.alana Cami Luppino Alana Irwin lulu HOME Greenwich, CT and Bedford, NY; 914-234-8684 luluhomedesign.com

Laura Kaehler Architects @laurakaehlerarchitects Laura Kaehler, Project Designer Matt Arnott, Project Architect Laura Kaehler Architects Riverside; 203-629-4646 kaehlerarchitects.com

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D2 Interieurs @d2interieurs Denise Davies D2 Interieurs Weston; 646-326-7042 d2interieurs.com

Saniee Architects, LLC Saniee Architects, LLC Greenwich; 203-625-9308 sanieearchitects.com

Rinfret, Ltd. @rinfretltd Rinfret, Ltd. Greenwich; 203-622-0000 rinfretltd.com

Olivia Charney Interior Design @oliviacharneyinteriordesign Olivia Charney Interior Design Fairfield; 203-292-5618 oliviacharney.com

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

Deane, Inc. @kitchensbydeane Ingrid Becker Deane, Inc. Stamford; 203-327-7008 deaneinc.com

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Oliver Wilson Construction Oliver Wilson Construction Westport; 203-820-5847 oliverwilsonconstruction.com

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Calla Cane @callacane Calla Cane Solana Beach, CA; 858-345-1975 callacane.com

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The company’s success is marked by their transparency, synergy and determination to adhere to the values and client services that make the company great.

The company sustains strong, collaborative relationships with the most respected architects and designers in the construction industry. They employ experienced, dedicated professionals and talented craftsmen to plan and execute every step of the “Hobbs Approach” for each project. Whether renovating an apartment in New York City, constructing a waterfront home in the Hamptons or building a family retreat in Connecticut, each team is in constant communication to deliver a superior building experience from concept to completion and beyond. Hobbs Care, a division of Hobbs, Inc., is available to clients to provide comprehensive maintenance programs, renovations and continual home improvement services.

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Our sales team would be happy to visit your job site or home for a free estimate for your dream project! Please give us a call at (845) 452-8444 or email us at info@fairviewhearthside.com and we will be happy to speak with you.

Our pledge is to deliver an extraordinary service while maintaining a high level of professionalism, integrity, foresight, and fairness. We are committed to growing Fairview Hearthside through complete customer satisfaction.

Each project that Fairview Hearthside is involved in takes careful thought and planning and we pride ourselves on the ability to work with the customer in choosing the fireplace that best suits their style and needs. Fairview Hearthside offers many services to complete your project, from designing the look that you want to achieve through the follow-up maintenance of your hearth product for years to come. We maintain a staff of experienced, well-traveled and fully ensured technicians, as well as specialists in our Sales/ Design team and we are confident that your project will be handled with professionalism, thoroughness, cleanliness, and with safety in mind.

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Haver & Skolnick Architects @haverskolnickarchitects Charles Haver Stewart Skolnick Haver & Skolnick Architects Roxbury; 860-354-1031 haverskolnickarchitects.com

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Alexis also understands the complexities and needs of small businesses. As a result, SD Showroom offers ongoing opportunities to help foster designers’ professional growth and development, with a full calendar of networking events and seminars. And there is also a loyalty program offering spendable credits as a way to further build business for interior designers.

What began as a family-run furniture store seventy years ago by Alexis’ grandfather, has evolved into a design destination for innovators across the tri-state area. Throughout its rich history, SD Showroom has been at the forefront of the interior design industry, known for its exceptional customer service and emphasis on the design experience.

Exclusive to the trade, SD Showroom helps clients build their businesses. The team provides end-to-end expertise and support, from research through delivery and follow-up customer service.

Schwartz Design Showroom (SD Showroom) is a 5,500-square-foot showroom exclusive to the trade, located in the Stamford Waterside Design District. The stunning showroom offers area interior designers and architects a unique experience, one that infuses seventy years of industry experience with the forward-thinking vision and creativity of former marketing executive, owner Alexis Varbero.

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Ring’s End, a Connecticut-based lumber and building materials retailer, serves the CT shoreline, South County, RI, and Southern Westchester County, NY. Founded in 1902 in Darien, Ring’s End today has nine full-service lumberyards, ten free-standing paint centers, most with dedicated design and décor showrooms, a commercial paint and lacquer facility, a custom millwork shop, a centralized distribution warehouse, and an education center. Ring’s End is the largest retailer of both Marvin windows and doors and Benjamin Moore paint in the Northeast. This family-run company remains true to its founding principles, catering to builders, remodelers and homeowners alike with an inventory of only the highest-quality materials, a reputation for superior service, and a commitment to the local communities. Over the course of its 118-year history, Ring’s End has increased their product offerings and embraced technology with the launch of an e-commerce website to supplement its brick and mortar stores, complement the modern shopping experience, and cater to a diverse demographic.

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