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Meal’s Out For Summer – Take lunch or dinner outside at these stunning dining spots. 16
Design
Outdoor Dining Upgrade –Make your outdoor dinners better than ever this summer. 20 Wellness
Healthy Living Spaces – 6 wellness trends to embrace in home design.
Design
Relax - Life’s Too Fast –You know you love your pool when you build it a house. 24
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Layers Of The Human Experience – The art of Gavin Zeigler. 26 Shopping
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BAY FRONT PARADISE East Marion – WEB# 894179
Exclusive. $6MM — Welcome to your Bay Front paradise on the North Fork! This home has every aspect of beach living. Incredible views of Bug Light and Shelter Island. Two lots comprising 1.38 acres and over 286 feet of expansive sugar sand beach. Featuring an open gracious floor plan. 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, wraparound porch, outdoor shower, waterside gunite pool, outdoor kitchen area, a garage that houses a gym, living loft area and a full house generator! The additional lot has a building envelope for a 2700+ square foot home. The beauty of all of this and located in Flood Zone X! Surrounded by North Fork renowned farm stands, restaurants, beaches, marinas, boating, award winning wineries and great shopping.
Exclusive. $3.75MM — Located on bucolic Oregon Road, in the heart of wine country. This homestead has 2 acres of vines and incredible vineyard views, a large agricultural barn and is surrounded by development rights sold land. A true chef’s kitchen, 4 spacious bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 half baths, 2 laundry rooms, large living room, and a gorgeous sunroom leading out to a spectacular 40’x25’ heated gunite pool with a slate patio and built-in BBQ, full basement with a wine cellar, and to top it all off, an incredible 8 car garage with an apartment that has a fireplace. You will never want to leave!
GET YOUR FARM ON! Riverhead – WEB# 900856
Co-Exclusive. $2.95MM — This is the opportunity to make your mark on the North Fork. 27 fully fenced acres with a pending 4 lot subdivision. An expansive lavender field, sunflowers, Italian chestnut trees and a collection of over 650 fruit bearing trees including Asian pear, pomegranate, fig, peaches, and 8 different apple varietals. Newly planted pumpkin, watermelon, and European butternut squash. No pesticides used. Great road frontage and visibility at the intersection of Roanoke and Sound Avenue.
Exclusive. $5.25MM — This Bay front estate is absolutely spectacular! Over 1.5 acres, 132 feet of sugar sand beach and endless, incredible views. An eat-in-kitchen that overlooks your pool, pool house and private beach with Viking appliances and full wine fridge, living room with a gas fireplace, den/flexible space and a laundry room. 3 BR, 3.5BA including a primary suite with a bayside balcony, fireplace, spa-like bathroom with radiant heated floors, double water closets, gym and walk-in closet.
Outside you have a pool house with living space and half bath, 20 x 40 heated waterside pool, driving range & putting green, outdoor shower, beach and Bay access from your backyard, and a whole house
. $3.6MM — Down a graceful country road, on the North Fork of Long Island your dream home awaits. Sprawling over 13 acres with 354 feet of waterfront on Arshamomaque Pond leading out to the Peconic Bay. There is a 20 x 40 gunite pool, a barn with horse stalls should you choose or for use as an art barn! Plenty of room for tennis. Inside this magical home is an exceptional chef’s kitchen with a Wolf range, butler’s pantry, and plenty of entertaining space - including a generous fireplace and a 3-season porch. There are two wings - one which has 3 ensuite bedrooms, including the primary suite. The other has a full kitchen, two bedrooms and 1 bathroom. This home also features a wine cellar and walkout basement. A property of this caliber does not come to the market often on the North Fork of Long Island. Let’s make your dreams come true - this could be you!
Exclusive. $2.9MM — Formerly known as The Kubby Farm. This is a great opportunity to have multiple revenue streams or live/work. Over 24 acres with rural corridor use and Rb-80 zoning. There are multiple buildings on the property in need of TLC, including retail and a 1700s Farmhouse. Surrounded by development rights sold land yet close proximity to many amenities! Some uses include agricultural production, single family dwelling units with a cluster attached subdivision, schools, single & 2 family homes, and multiple special permit uses including bistros and B&B.
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CHIC BEACH RETREAT Southold – WEB# 912790
Exclusive. $2.45MM — This quintessential vintage farmhouse is the epitome of old-world charm meets modern sophistication! Sited on 1.5 acres of park-like property and lovingly renovated with thoughtful additions including a heated saltwater gunite pool, electric pool cover, pool house with an outdoor fireplace, outdoor kitchen with a Gaucho grill and sink, a separate office studio, 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Plenty of room for expansion and incredible lush landscape designed with each season in mind and tons of privacy. Southold Park District beach rights, A quarter mile to Horton’s Lighthouse beach, 1 mile to McCabe’s beach and a short stroll to downtown Southold! This is your sunshine on a cloudy day!
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Exclusive. $1.495MM — Water view commercial opportunity! MII zoning, and unbeatable location, make this the perfect investment opportunity or value add for your business. Uses include retail, food, café, restaurant, a 2nd floor apartment, or a residence. Currently a turnkey restaurant. Bay views and ample parking spaces. .76 acres, located on busy Rt. 25 in Southold. Best location for high visibility. Surrounded by hotels, great marinas, and Southold Bay!
GORGEOUS GREENPORT SUNSETS Greenport – WEB# 910865
Exclusive. $1.995MM — This great Greenport beach house is the one you’ve been waiting for! Ten steps down to 100 feet of beach/ waterfront on the Long Island Sound. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1 car attached and detached 2-car garage with a loft, screened in gazebo and a Bocce court on just shy of an acre! Plenty of room for a pool. This won’t last! Near all the North Fork has to offer — award winning vineyards, renowned restaurants, farmstands, boating and great shopping!
SERENITY IN MATTITUCK Mattituck – WEB# 908353
Exclusive. $950K — Unleash your creativity and discover your own piece of paradise in Mattituck! This pristine 2.50-acre land lot is located within a waterfront community. Untouched and surrounded by natural beauty, seize the opportunity to build your dream home or create a private retreat in this idyllic setting. Suffolk County water on site and utilities at the street. The possibilities are as vast as the landscape itself! A short drive to Breakwater Beach, Strong’s Marina, Love Lane and the newly revamped Old Mill Inn!
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Take lunch or dinner outside at these stunning outdoor dining spots on the North Fork
BY HANNAH SELINGER
The North Fork is lovely, magical, and practically perfect in July, August, and September. And although many of the restaurants we love are great indoors, the summer and early fall months are also an ideal time to take your dinner outside. With café-style seating, waterfront options, and everything in between, this Fork is the place to go if you’re thinking of dining al fresco. As far as where to go when the weather warms up, we’ve compiled some of our most beloved spots that have outdoor options. Read on for our outdoor dining recommendations for this season.
At 1943 Pizza Bar, in Greenport, you can have your pie and eat it, too. Although the pizza oven makes for a devilishly hot companion, you won’t have to worry about that while sitting on the restaurant’s petite outdoor patio. There, enjoy Neapolitan-style, 14-inch,
wood-fired pies, all cooked off in a domed oven (you can still admire it from the passthrough; the windows open to the restaurant inside). The pizza hot spot offers classics, like a margherita with fresh mozzarella, and even bar snacks, like bewitching meatballs, also cooked off in the wood oven.
In Orient Point, Duryea’s, open only during the season, draws diners who are eager to spend afternoons and evenings out on the water. With its own beach club, a dock that welcomes those approaching by sea, and a dining area outfitted in neutrals and shades of blue, Duryea’s is the ultimate summer hangout for anyone in need of a little outdoor summer respite. Views of Gardiner’s Bay abound, as does the consummate selection of lobster rolls, raw shellfish, crudités, and Mediterranean spreads. With a glass of rosé in hand and your feet in the sand — the Beach Bar is perfect for a cocktail before or after dinner, in fact — there’s no denying that this spot provides one of the best outdoor dining experiences on the North Fork.
With a slightly more urban feel — if you can
define Greenport as urban — Pearl Restaurant & Bar, on Main Street, offers up Koreaninflected tapas with a heavy emphasis on local seafood. Inside, an intimate restaurant awaits, but diners can also sit on the outdoor patio, overlooking the street itself. Shrimp and chive dumplings (served with a ginger-soy dipping sauce), sweet-and-sour glazed pork ribs, and a bulgogi beef stir-fry are all standouts on a menu that prides itself on local sourcing and the thoughtful and considered execution of dishes.
And, for a more casual meal, there’s always Jack’s Shack, the seasonal spot at the Sound View, in Greenport. This poolside spot offers delightful bites, like a fluke ceviche made with passion fruit, coconut milk, red onion, cucumber, and cilantro; a hearty lobster roll amplified by a tarragon aioli and served on a toasted brioche bun; and a sweet pea hummus with roasted garlic, mint, lemon, and Tajin. Wash it all down with a Jungle Bird: dark rum, pineapple, Campari, lime, and demerara sugar. And make sure to come when the day is sunny and clear, so you can enjoy the best of the summer weather.
Pearl Restaurant & Bar
Jack’s Shack
Nassau Point Waterfront
Road, Cutchogue
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This captivating, new construction with its masterfully planned design sets a new standard for North Fork living. Perfectly set on .74 acre waterfront parcel with sweeping views of Broadwaters Cove JUST .02 miles to Causway Beach. The house boasts approximately 6,500 square feet of living space, this includes the lower lever which consists of a large open space, bedroom, two baths and extra kitchen to service the outdoor entertainment/pool area. The first level offers a large open concept living area with soaring ceilings, captivating the majestic water views from every angle, two ensuite bedrooms, office, living/dining and designer kitchen with all high-end appliances. Wall to wall glass doors lead to beautiful Epi Deck, gunite pool and access to the water. A dock is permissible. This exceptional home was completed in July 2024 and is ready to offer you the perfect private retreat.
New to Market with the Elkin Team
Charming cape with expansive water views of Orient Harbor and Peconic
plus additional 2 acre waterfront parcel for easy water acccess.
Gut renovated in 2023, this gracious home features countless large windows highlighting expansive, protected farm views.
Stylish and spacious expanded ranch backing up to a preserve for ample privacy.
555 Alvahs, Cutchogue | $1,150,000
Charming 4 bedroom cape with heated saltwater pool on one of the North Fork’s most coveted bucolic roads.
2955
Hyatt Road, Southold | $950,000
Bright and airy 3-bed, 2-bath home just .3 miles from McCabes Beach and a short drive to both downtown Southold and Greenport.
925 Bennetts Pond Lane, Mattituck | $1,095,000
Fireplace, walkout basement, attached garage and more.
20615 Main Road, Orient | $1,850,000
Bay
945 New Suffolk Road, Mattituck | $2,250,000
Beautiful updated colonial on 1.25 acres with accessroy apartment and plenty of room for a pool. A stones throw from Love Lane and multiple beaches.
465 Sound Shore Road, Northville | $1,795,000
New North Fork waterfront with the Elkin Team
12832 Main Road, East Marion | $3,395,000
Elegant and chic shingle-style bayfront with private beach and dock. Expansive and dynamic water views are complemented by bug lighthouse, Orient State Park, and Shelter Island. The spacious open floor plan features a wood-burning fireplace and is bathed in natural light.
2200 Central Drive, Mattituck | $2,295,000
Perched above the tranquil waters of the Long Island Sound, this midcentury summer cottage offers an unparalleled connection to nature and a sense of peaceful seclusion. With endless views and private stairs to your pristine beach, your summer dream awaits.
1521 Peconic Bay Boulevard, Laurel | $3,195,000
A standout among truly exceptional waterfront properties, 1521 Peconic Bay spans 1.6 acres with a substantial 200’+ private sandy bay beach, 300 feet of bayfront and is perched above the water, offering 270-degree water views from the charming bayfront cottage.
1100 Beachwood Lane, Southold | $1,899,000
Enter this charming 3-bedroom cape and be immediately greeted by sweeping water views of Goose Creek from nearly every window. Wood burning fireplace, large great room, and the exterior features a brand new waterside deck, perfect for enjoying dinner, morning coffee, and large gatherings with family and friends.
Make your outdoor dinners better than ever this summer.
This summer, you can make your outdoor space a space to remember with a few simple upgrades. Investing in a few bespoke pieces — from furniture to accents to select hardscaping — can help improve the overall feel of your outdoor dining space. Here’s where to start.
Consider the lighting first. Although candlelight is a great way to dine, you may want to think through a more permanent structure, particularly if you have a long table beneath a pergola, awning, or deck. Edison string bulbs are one way to go, but
you can also install an outdoor chandelier with the help of an electrician, which adds sophistication and whimsy to any outdoor dining area (for outdoor-appropriate lighting options, check out Visual Comfort & Co., which has a Southampton showroom; the retailer also sells products online, like the midcentury-style Hilo outdoor chandelier, and the farmhouse-style Allier outdoor chandelier).
Although you may not want a firepit within the actual confines of your dining or seating area, new-and-improved tabletop fire features can bring warmth — and warm vibes — to any dinner party. Solo Stove makes several small sizes of tabletop stove, and they are even available in different colorways, allowing you to match the stove to your outdoor décor. Heat diffusers, which are sold separately, can be used to help warm up an entire dining area. And, at the end of a meal, you can even invite guests to toast marshmallows over them, right at the table.
Add the feeling of indoors to your outdoor dining scene with a cozy rug. West Elm’s indoor/outdoor rugs come in a variety of colors and sizes (the bright blue or bright yellow Marimekko Papajo indoor/outdoor rug, available in sizes up to 9 x 12, is a stunning example) and can make your dining
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space outside feel just as cozy and intimate as your indoor dining room. To add to the coziness and intimacy of the space, consider matching the linens of your dining space to your chosen rug. Throw pillows, blankets, and even linen outdoor napkins can bring the entire look together.
Shade your outdoor dining area — and make it more private — with the addition of an umbrella or pergola. A large umbrella with an adjustable stand can provide screening from the rest of the yard and can section off the space so that it feels like its own serene dining area. Patio.com, in Southampton, offers a wide array of high-quality umbrella options for in-person shopping.
Or, if you have the space, opt for a pergola, where you can train vines up the sides for added shade (and a touch of floral décor). Those interested in building a pergola may want to consider working with a specialist like Walpole Outdoors. Their expert staff can transform professional drawings, simple sketches, or ideas into custom structures that perfectly complement your taste, needs, and the architecture of your space. Additionally, Walpole offers complimentary design services, ensuring that every detail aligns with your vision for a seamless integration into your outdoor environment.
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You remember the feeling. You’re on holiday on the coast of some Caribbean isle or on the cliff of a European town overlooking the Mediterranean. Each morning when your head leaves the pillow you know you are on vacation with broad expanses of water dotted with boats and vistas of other shores. Much closer to home, only 100 miles from Manhattan, you can recreate that feeling each and every day when you develop this very private, nearly 12 acre waterfront, meadow-like parcel composed of two 5.7 acres lots spanning 350’ along the North Fork’s Long Island Sound. With all permitting work done on each lot, a savvy buyer would save hundreds of thousands of dollars and months of waiting to begin construction of a significant house, waterside pool, tennis court and even a guest house for those who would undoubtedly flock to help you enjoy your grand, new estate. The low, but stable bluff, provides easy access down a gentle pebbled path to the beach from where you’ll enjoy an abundance of aquatic activities while conversation and laughter will resound around the inevitable nighttime beach fires. The property affords ample opportunity to create your own vineyard, apple orchard or a field of wildflowers through which your driveway will meander right to your front door. Only a few miles from both the ferries of Greenport and Orient Point, this well positioned property provides easy access to everything that has made the North Fork the new sought after destination. At night, go into town for dinner at one of the waterfront restaurants overlooking Shelter Island or head to one of the many vineyards for a wine tasting. But on clear evenings, eat early as you might want to get back for some of the most beautiful sunsets anywhere, as the sun seems to disappear somewhere into the Sound leaving the horizon a purplish haze. Best of all, you won’t need a passport, a pat down or a plane ticket. Just get in your car and head East. When you get there, you’ll know...and remember.
6 Wellness Trends to Embrace in Home Design.
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In recent years, the concept of wellness has transcended traditional notions of health and fitness to encompass a holistic approach to living that encompasses physical, mental, and emotional well-being. As people increasingly prioritize wellness in their lives, this trend is also influencing home design. From incorporating natural elements to embracing technology for relaxation and mindfulness, here are some of the latest wellness trends in home design.
BIOPHILIC DESIGN
Biophilic design is all about bringing nature indoors. This trend emphasizes the use of natural materials, such as wood, stone, and plants, to create a sense of connection to the natural world. Biophilic design can include features like living green walls, indoor gardens, and large windows that offer views of nature. These elements not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of a home but also promote a sense of calm and well-being.
MINDFUL SPACES
Creating spaces that promote mindfulness and relaxation is another key trend in wellnessfocused home design. This can include dedicated meditation rooms, yoga studios, or simply cozy nooks where homeowners can unwind and de-stress. Design elements like soft
lighting, comfortable seating, and soothing colors can help create a tranquil atmosphere conducive to relaxation and reflection.
SMART TECHNOLOGY FOR WELLNESS
Technology is increasingly being used to enhance wellness in the home. Smart lighting systems that mimic natural daylight patterns can help regulate circadian rhythms and improve sleep quality. Similarly, smart thermostats can create optimal indoor environments for comfort and well-being. Apps and devices that promote mindfulness, meditation, and relaxation are also becoming more popular, allowing homeowners to easily incorporate wellness practices into their daily routines.
AIR AND WATER QUALITY
Improving indoor air and water quality is a growing concern for many homeowners, especially those with allergies or respiratory issues. Design features like air purifiers, water filtration systems, and natural ventilation can help create a healthier indoor environment. Additionally, incorporating plants into the home can help improve air quality and add a touch of nature to indoor spaces.
ERGONOMIC AND ECO-FRIENDLY DESIGN
Wellness-focused design also encompasses
considerations for ergonomics and sustainability. Ergonomic furniture and layouts can help reduce physical strain and promote better posture and comfort. Eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient appliances can reduce the home’s environmental impact and create a healthier living space for occupants.
PERSONALIZED WELLNESS SPACES
As wellness becomes increasingly personalized, homeowners are seeking ways to customize their living spaces to meet their specific needs and preferences. This can include features like adjustable lighting, sound systems, and temperature controls that can be tailored to individual preferences. Creating personalized wellness spaces allows homeowners to create environments that support their unique wellness goals and lifestyles.
Overall, the latest wellness trends in home design reflect a growing awareness of the importance of creating spaces that promote health, happiness, and well-being. By incorporating natural elements, embracing smart technology, and prioritizing comfort and sustainability, homeowners can create living spaces that not only look beautiful but also support their overall wellness goals.
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You Know You Love Your Pool When You Build It
A House.
BY HEATHER SENISON
On the North Fork, pool houses aren’t a new trend, but how they’re designed changed with the stay-athome culture ushered in by the pandemic, designers say. Once utilitarian spaces to store towels, tools and noodles, they’ve morphed into multifunctional living spaces where you can watch TV, have a drink and eat. “Pool houses have become more of an extension of the home and another place of solace,” said interior designer Debra Geller.
“With so many people spending more extended amounts of time at home, and therefore wanting to make their homes as comfortable and enjoyable as possible, pool houses definitely surged in demand and value,” said Kathy Kuo, founder and CEO of Kathy Kuo Home. “The trend towards upgrading poolside patios and pool houses — and turning them into chic and comfortable sanctuaries — fit naturally into this movement of making the most of a home’s amenities and luxuries,” she said.
Nothing sums up indoor/outdoor living like a pool house, added Amy Kalikow, founder of Amy Kalikow Design. These days, they’re often built “with large sliding doors so you feel a part of the outdoors while being indoors,” she said.
POOL HOUSE MUST-HAVES
When asked for the one thing that must be in a pool house, Geller’s response was quick: “A washer/dryer.” And don’t forget, added Kuo: it is a pool area, and dangers abound. “It’s necessary to provide proper safety precautions in and around the pool area especially if you have children,” she said. “It’s
Sufficient storage for towels, pool toys and furniture, when it needs to come in, is key too, designers said, as are flooring and carpets that can hold up to high traffic and moisture.
DON’T FORGET THE AESTHETIC
When it comes to what a pool house should look like, “it depends on what you’re using it for,” Kalikow said. Some of her clients want an outdoor spa, so their pool houses include features like a sauna and massage area. In a recent project, she focused on ample storage to keep the interior nice and neat. “We extended the millwork to incorporate more storage so everything was put away and accessible,” she explained. “You want to feel relaxed at home so having clutter around is never a great idea.”
Some trends have sunk in the last few years — thankfully, Kuo said. “I think we’ve seen the last of pool areas with different colored lights and over-the top tropical or nautical design motifs,” she noted. “The most stylish and serene pool houses serve as a graceful extension of both the pool itself and the interior design of the main house.”
But it doesn’t have to be too matchy-matchy,
Geller added. “I usually make them similar to the main house but a little bit different,” she said of her pool house designs. “Sometimes I try to make them a little architecturally different and a bit more funky so it’s complementary but not the same.”
THINK OUTSIDE THE ‘HOUSE’
Be creative with your ideas, designers said. After all, the typical household pool is the center of fun.
For a recent client on the North Fork, Geller included a full kitchen with a walk-up bar window, “like at the beach,” she said. With that approach, folks can hang in the shade but partake in the poolside activities, she explained.
“My team and I recently worked on a gorgeous pool house that is the ultimate combination of stylish and functional,” Kuo added. The property features a white house surrounded by lush greenery with an expansive outdoor space perfect for al fresco dinner parties, she recalled. Organic materials and a neutral color scheme accommodated a wabi-sabi scheme both in the main home and the pool house. “The effect was relaxing and elevated,” Kuo said. “It made the pool house feel like a natural and effortless extension of the home as a whole.”
best to have ample walking space [to the] pool area as well as fences or self-locking gates.”
Photo: Amy Kalikow Design
The Art of Gavin Zeigler
BY HEATHER BUCHANAN
For artist Gavin Zeigler time is not necessarily linear but layered. His studio of 22 years on Shelter Island is an old auto body shop he discovered while riding by on his motorcycle. Pictures dating back to the 1920’s show it in its heyday, and the bays where cars were repaired or painted hold the energy of the past. His mixed media paintings also bear the imprint of human touch over time.
What appears from a distance as a beautiful abstract painting upon closer inspection reveals pennies or keys or various paper objects from stamps to old stock certificates to cancelled checks transformed with paint and design into a compelling collage.
“I collect old documents from family and friends in Tennessee who would buy them before they were shredded. I love the quality of the paper and the random marks and signatures. There’s a history and act of discovery that is central to my work. It is not only about the color and composition but how many times someone has held the objects incorporated into it.”
Zeigler had a thirty-year retrospective where famed gallerist Peter Marcell commented, “Gavin immediately stood out to me because of his innovation and ingenuity. There is no question that he is a skilled artist, but his brilliance lies in his fresh, creative spirit.”
Zeigler’s training reflects his range of talents, “I had a scholarship to the Atlanta School of Art then came up to New York and got a certificate of graphic design from Pratt and a degree in art history from Fordham then went to woodworking school in Maine.”
The act of choosing one of his 8” x 10” cradled wooden panels is an entertaining process in itself, with tables full of them enclosed in labeled cardboard boxes. An incredible wordsmith, Zeigler names each work with titles including: They give you this but you paid for that, Purple pain, Hell no, Trouble sleeping, or Passive aggressive. “People really get a kick out of it – they come in and ask what is in there, often drawn first to the title then the work.” Each of these individual pieces can also be mixed and matched from grouping of a few to filling
a whole wall. Zeigler describe his process, “I start with collage material then paint on top of it. They start off as a panel and I gesso them and sand them and apply what I want to use in epoxy and then put them in a bag press to flatten them.”
This continuous act of layering keeps presenting fresh perspectives to the viewer. There is an organization however to the chaos of 1,000 pieces in titled cardboard boxes and the raw materials including the old documents and acrylic paint. Zeigler says with a smile that although some ask if he is a hoarder, he knows exactly where each element belongs. While having exhibited and been collected locally to internationally, he still finds his intriguing studio on the main stretch on Shelter Island to be a source of buyers. “I have an open studio on the weekend and you never know who’s going to come in. Once it was a German princess and her husband who was in Hollywood who strolled in.”
While time may not seem linear in the endlessly fascinating studio, neither is the process for Zeiger. “I will have forty paintings out at the same time on the table – it’s easier than one staring at you. Even though not alike they talk to each other and learn from each other.” So, what is the most difficult part of the passion project? “It’s an interesting process because you have to know when to stop – when enough is enough. It’s all in the way they dance together.”
Gavin Zeigler at his Shelter Island studio
"Strange Existence"
LONG ISLAND SOUND LUXURY WATERFRONT ESTATE
Nantucket inspired waterfront estate with 130’ private beach located at 1640 Grandview Drive, Orient. Featuring over 5,000 sf of upscale living space, this home takes advantage of the hilltop setting and encompasses sweeping views over the LI Sound. Luxury is apparent: spacious covered porch entry leads to foyer, living room with clerestory windows overlooking the water and vaulted ceilings, large dining room, immaculate kitchen with breakfast area overlooks the lush landscape of this coastal retreat. Open plan family room with gas fireplace leads to waterside terrace, primary floor owner’s suite with fireplace, sunroom/sitting room and a home office with private en suite bath (or 5th bedroom). Upstairs is found a large sitting room, billiard/family room, sewing/craft room, junior owner’s suite with full bath, plus an additional 2 bedrooms with ‘Jack & Jill’ bath. Immaculate and well-maintained, this ‘estate’ also features a wine cellar, full house generator, outdoor shower and other quality details not to be missed. Room for a waterside pool. No flood insurance needed. North Fork living at its BEST! $4,250,000.
Burgers and hot dogs are always a hit but sometimes outdoor cooks want to throw something fancier on the barbie. Special accessories are made to handle everything from whole fish to corn on the cob. And don’t forget beautiful bowls for salads and sides.
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Safely Contained
Sur Le Table rolling stainless steel grill basket keeps veggies and meats from falling through the grill. $39.95 surletable.com
Keeping Clean
Dutch Deluxes Leather BBQ apron has two carabiner hooks to keep accessories close and a loop in the waist for a towel. $210 food52.com
Tools of the Trade
Opinel Grilling Set is made in France and includes three stainless steel tools with beechwood handles. The folding knife sports a bottle opener. $130 opinel-usa.com
Salad Days
Direct from Montana, Earlywood Designs delivers a line of heirloom quality wooden bowls and utensils.
$78 11-inch maple bowl; $48 salad servers earlywooddesigns.com
Whole Fish
Grill basket holds whole fish in place. $24.95-$29.95 food52.com
Shine a Light
Stylish Scoora outdoor lanterns for night time grilling. $2,240 dedon.de
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MATTITUCK | Web# 912052 | EXCLUSIVE
$1,399,000
The House on The Hill. Saltaire Estates Classic Colonial by Bailey Beach. Living Room w/FP and Den w/FP, formal DR, EIK, 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths. Full basement. Inground pool with level yard ideal for entertaining. Moments to Bailey Beach and Saltaire Association Parks on the Sound and tennis and basketball. Convenient to village of Mattituck. 2850ReeveRoad.com
NICHOLAS PLANAMENTO, Lic. Associate RE Broker 631.298.0600 (o) | 631.948.0143 (c) | NJP@TCHamptons.com
JAMESPORT | Web# 912854 | EXCLUSIVE
$849,000
Fabulous Charm and Street Presence. Always pampered, this Stylish Cape home features 4 bedrooms (a main floor primary en-suite), 2.5 baths, eat in kitchen and dining, and huge laundry/mudroom. The half acre+ property is lush with pretty perennials and mature trees providing privacy, room for pool. Hardwood floors, ductless A/C, lovely sunny mahogany deck for BBQ’s, generator hook up. Workshop and plenty of storage, potting shed, raised bed garden. Minutes to bay and sound beaches, marinas, fine dining and vineyards, art, antiques. 14EileenCircle.com
KATE CARPLUK, Lic. Associate RE Broker 631.298.0600 (o) | 631.838.7608 (c) | KATE@TCHamptons.com
ORIENT | Web# 911985 | EXCLUSIVE
$1,600,000
Two Lots Being Sold Together! One is 1.75 acres Waterfront with a shared gazebo on the creek out to the meadow, Orient Harbor, and private beach. Across the street is a Charming Cape with plenty of waterviews originally built in the 1940’s. In 2002 a 2nd floor addition, kitchen, and bath renovation was completed. The home features a living room with a fireplace, formal dining room, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, kitchen, and a 3-season room. 20715MainRoad.com
JEANMARIE BAY, Lic. RE Salesperson | 631.477.5990 (o) | 917.519.4180 (c) | JBAY@TCHamptons.com
Could Be You
BIG SKY Riverhead – Web# 911194
Exclusive. $1.295MM – Modern, chic and built to last, welcome home to Big Sky! More than just a home, this is a sanctuary designed for discerning individuals that crave comfort and a connection to the outdoors. This modern barn has swagger without even trying! An elevator to each level, 3 plus bedrooms and an extra flexible room with a bathroom and closet. A true chef’s eat-in kitchen flows into a cozy, super swanky living/ dining area with access to an incredible second story outdoor covered porch, with a gas fireplace and unparalleled farm views. Located within close proximity to the South Fork and a short distance to golf, farmstands, award-winning vineyards, renowned restaurants, boating, shopping and beaches. The best of both worlds! CONTACT ME FOR UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES
