North Fork Real Estate Showcase - Memorial Day 2024

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Riverhead

$3,790,000 | 3 lots, total of 66.41 acres, includes 66.61 DRS acres | Web# 3539965

Amanda Lin: M 917.306.5950

$1,995,000 | 1.41. Acres | Web# 3459398

$1,999,999 | 4 BR, 3.5 BA | Web# 3417676 Scott Bennett: M 516.607.0640

$1,825,000 | 3 BR, 2.5 BA | Web# 3546245

$1,975,000 | 4 BR, 3.5 BA | Web# 3531028

Peter Halpin: M 646.651.8875 Southold

Rene Giacobbe M: 516.551.4987 Orient

$1,650,000 | 3 BR, 2 BA | Web# 3541220

Suzette Reiss: M 516.815.5657

$1,450,000 | 3 BR, 2.5 BA | Web# 3535810

Melissa Principi: M 631.745.0875

$1,650,000 | 4 BR, 2.5 BA | Web# 3541573

Kenneth Poliwoda M 631.379.6046

Barbara Poliwoda: M 631.335.1878 Southold

$1,375,000 | 3 BR, 2 BA, 2 HALF BA | Web# 3534192 Kenneth Poliwoda M 631.379.6046 Barbara Poliwoda: M 631.335.1878 Cutchogue

$999,900

Chrisand Castella M: 631.662.7164

$830,000

Memorial Day 2024 |

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East End Eats

Open for Business –Another Season, Another Chance to grab a table at these seasonal restaurants.

A Fresh Layer of Art –Pro Tips to Display Your Collection

Wellness The Wellness Wave –Reshapes the Bathroom

Summer with Einstein –Einstein Spent His Happiest Summer Ever On The North Fork.

Outdoor Space Rehab –Get your backyard ready for a party with these expert-led tips.

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Greenport Village | $1,299,000 | 3 BR, 1.5 BA | Lovingly updated to enhance its 19th-century glory, this enchanting residence invites you to experience a blend of historic charm and modern comfort. Beyond its picturesque facade lies a beautifully renovated home. There is a separate studio building with heat, water and AC. Room for a pool. Web# 3518187

Mattituck | $869,000 | 4 BR, 2.5 BA | Spacious waterview home in the popular Brower’s Woods neighborhood with community park and creek access. Half mile to a marina. This property is part of Mattituck Park district, which allows special access and privileges at several nearby beaches. Web# 3512647

Greenport | $899,000 | Land, 0.65 Acres | Waterfront land with vinyl bulkhead and deepwater dock. 150 feet of waterfront. Electric, water and natural gas at street. Trustee approvals for a 4-bedroom house and pool. Bay beach, golf, 2 marinas and Greenport Village shops and restaurants nearby. Web# 3501461

Greenport Village | $785,000 | 3 BR, 1 BA | Home Sweet Home. Neat and tidy one floor living. New roof. Nice yard. Convenient location. Near shops, restaurants and transportation. Web# 3548515

Could Be You

$6M — 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.

BAY FRONT BEAUTY Mattituck – WEB# 888347

Exclusive. $5.75M — This Bay front estate is absolutely spectacular! Over 1.5 acres, 132 feet of sugar sand beach and endless, incredible views. An EIK 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 generator.

GREAT OPPORTUNITY

Exclusive. $2.9M — 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.

GET YOUR FARM ON! Riverhead – WEB# 900856

Co-Exclusive. $2.95M — 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.

GORGEOUS GREENPORT SUNSETS  Greenport – WEB# 910865

Exclusive. $2.295M — 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!

Source: RealTrends, June 2023

Could Be You

HAVE IT ALL! East Marion – WEB# 909947

Exclusive. $1.675M — Are you looking for pickleball? Check! Tennis? Check! Beach? Check! Sunsets? Check! Salt water heated pool? Check! Farm views? Check! Amazing sunsets? Check! What’s left? You! Check, check! Located in the sought after Pebble Beach Farms Community, this sundrenched home was completely renovated in 2022 and hits every amenity on your checklist! 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a finished, walk-out basement leading to a gorgeous backyard with Ipe decking, and a heated saltwater pool. All this and close to North Fork boating, farm stands, renowned restaurants, award winning vineyards and great shopping!

BIG SKY Riverhead – WEB# 911194

Exclusive $1.295M — 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!

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Southold – WEB# 890528

Exclusive. $1.495M — 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!

SERENITY IN MATTITUCK 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!

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! Exclusive. $4,500,000. Web #909935

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“ Why Choose North Fork?

From the first meeting at the beginning of the project, to the finishing touches at the end, NFWW professionally and personally made the renovation a pleasure, and the end result: Perfect! Being back in our house, and seeing the outstanding workmanship throughout, is a testament to the excellence NFWW provides their clients every step of the way.”

- Jean R., Mattituck

Private Soundfront, Mattituck

Jamesport: This recently updated three bedroom, three full bathroom home offers an unrivaled combination of wide frontage and breathtaking waterviews, making it a truly exceptional waterfront find on Peconic Bay. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to own a piece of paradise! ML#3534012 $2,400,000

Susan Orioli, Associate RE Broker 516.287.6896

Cutchogue: An extraordinary waterfront oasis on 1.02 acres, located in the idyllic Fleets Neck community, boasting panoramic waterviews and a private dock. With 153 feet of waterfront, you'll enjoy breathtaking views from almost every room. Beach rights at Fleets Neck private beach or Pequash Beach. ML#3531421 $2,250,000

This 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom home offers a truly luxurious living experience. Set on a generous .92 acre lot, you'll have plenty of space to enjoy outdoor activities. Features an accessory apartment with a separate entrance and a fully equipped kitchen. Close to beaches, wineries, town and restaurants! ML#3531156 $1,349,000

Mattituck: Introducing an exceptional craftsmanstyle gem, this home sets the stage for an elevated living experience on .97 acres with pool. Boasting exquisite wood floors, charming architectural details, and a cozy fireplace, this residence exudes warmth and character. ML#3546200 $1,399,000 Susan Orioli, Associate RE Broker 516.287.6896

heated saltwater pool has been meticulously renovated and updated with attention to detail. Truly combines the charm of the past with the comforts of modern living. Offers a peaceful retreat while conveniently located. ML#3546094 $1,349,000

Susan Orioli, Associate RE Broker

516.287.6896

an idyllic setting for relaxation and reconnecting with nature. Water access for kayaking and private beach steps away. ML#3530143 $1,200,000

Susan Orioli, Associate RE Broker 516.287.6896

Susan Orioli, Associate RE Broker 516.287.6896

Gina Benedetto, RE Salesperson 516.232.6369

Permits In Place On Each 6 Acre Lot

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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. Exclusive. $7.495M WEB# 888798 |

Open for Business!

Another season, another chance to grab a table at these seasonal spots.

BY HANNAH SELINGER

It’s here! Season’s starting and that means it’s time to eat. What restaurants are back for another round? Some of our favorite hot spots have opened their doors on yet another season on the North Fork. Here’s where to go now that it’s getting hot, hot, hot. Check out what seasonal spots are now officially ready for reservations. Time to eat.

Back for another season: Southold Social, Francois Payard’s Southold bistro, a fan favorite on the North Fork. The restaurant opened during Easter weekend this year, and will once again lean into local produce, fish, and homemade pastas, tracking the seasons through the vision of its legendary chef. Payard cut his teeth, first, in the French Riviera, and, later, in critically acclaimed Parisian and New York restaurants, like Le Bernadin. Southold Social runs from late March through the fall, and its opening marks the beginning of yet another fun season on the North Fork.

Just in time for the holiday, Port Waterfront Bar

& Grill

Greenport stalwart is the ideal spot to grab a cocktail by the water — or to grab an appetizer and enjoy the greens, blues, and pinks of sunset on the North Fork. Well-known for their drinks (Port serves them in both regular and largeformat sizes), regulars know, too, that this is the spot to head to for seafood, pub fare, and all manner of light snacks.

In April, Little Creek Oyster Farm & Market, Greenport’s iconic spot for bivalve consumption, reopened for the season. Oyster lovers from all over the North Fork can now return for yet another year of shucking and slurping away (the regularly changing menu always features locally harvested oysters and clams, to be enjoyed with lemon wedges and mignonette, a true Long Island experience).

Greenport, the reopening of which always signifies the unofficial start to summer. At Claudio’s Waterfront, a casual restaurant on one of the piers, which juts out onto the water, guests can enjoy raw, chilled seafood; New Englandstyle appetizers (steamed clams and mussels); full lobster bakes; seafood sandwiches; fried clams, fish, and shrimp; and a variety of casually served, seafood-centric entrees, like linguine with clams, lobster mac and cheese, and shrimp and grits.

At Crabby Jerry’s, of course, lobster, clams, and a convivial outdoor atmosphere is what it’s all about. The iconic bar is back for another season this May. Claudio’s Tavern, which has been around for well over 100 years, is now back to serve guests for yet another season. Elevated dishes like the fluke oreganata, lobster spaghetti with ginger and lobster butter sauce, and de rigueur baked clams (these ones offer the added umami of mushrooms) are paired with a to-diefor view of Greenport and, of course, the water. The only thing better? The knowledge that

Port Waterfront Bar

Little Creek Oyster Farm & Market

Claudio’s Photo: Jake Rajs

New to the North Fork market with the Elkin Team

511 Carpenter Street, Greenport Village

$2,195,000 | 4 Beds | 4 Baths

Distinctive and stylish 4,400 SF loft features three floors of living.

2740 Main Bayview Road, Southold

$1,595,000 | 3 Beds | 3 Baths

$1,095,000 | 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths

| 4 Beds | 4.5 Baths

Newly renovated with open floor plan and beautiful farm views.

465 Sound Shore Road, Jamesport

$1,975,000

Quintessential North Fork farmhouse with pool & incredible mature landscaping.

Charming ranch with water views and beach access.

1275 Ruch Lane, Southold (Available as a compound with 1230 Ruch Lane)

$1,150,000 | 3 Beds | 2 Baths

Stylish colonial features heated saltwater pool.

200 Breitstadt Court, Southold

Rare vacant lot in West Dublin. Prime new build opportunity on double wide site.

Clark Street, Greenport Village

$649,000 | 100ft x 75ft

1415 North Parish Drive, Southold

$5,350,000 | 5 Beds | 5.5 Baths

Spectacular waterfront with sweeping bay views, a waterside pool and five ensuite bedrooms with water-facing balconies.

1521 Peconic Bay Boulevard, Laurel

$3,195,000 | 3 Beds | 1.5 Baths

Beachy charm on stunning 1.6-acre bayfront property with 200’+ private sandy beach and over 300’ of waterfront.

1750 Mount Beulah Avenue, Southold

$3,400,000 | 6 Beds | 5.5 Baths

One of the North Fork’s most iconic homes, this stately, historic property features luxurious updates throughout.

1230 Ruch Lane, Southold (Available as a compound with 1275 Ruch Lane)

$2,295,000 | 2 Beds | 3 Baths

Stylish Arts and Crafts overlooking Hashamomuck Pond at the end of charming Ruch Lane.

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SUMMER WITH EINSTEIN

Einstein Spent His “Happiest Summer Ever” on The North Fork. BY

ALICE PHILLIPS

Walking down the south side of Main Road in Southold brings you past Einstein Square, a pleasant seating area next to Southold General. There’s a statue and plaque commemorating Einstein as well as a large, painted mural of Einstein with local Southold business owner David Rothman on the neighboring building, the former site of Rothman’s Department Store.

Einstein? In Southold?

Well, yes. During the summers of 1938 and 1939, Einstein traveled to the North Fork to do what so many of us like to do in summertime: leave the hustle and bustle behind and enjoy the peace and quiet of the idyllic beaches and waters of the Peconic Bay. He rented a small beach house on Old Cove Road in Nassau Point (now known as West Cove Road) for himself, his sister Maja, his step-daughter Margot, his son Hans, and his secretary Helen Dukas. At least part of each day, Einstein worked out his theories and thoughts on a

blackboard in the cottage’s tiny living room. At the time, Einstein was searching for the “unified field theory” — a single formula to explain the relationship between gravity and electromagnetism. To date, this theory has never been proven.

As for the rest of his days on the North Fork, Einstein loved to sail and to play the violin. He kept his 15-foot sailboat in Horseshoe Cove. The boat was called “Tineff” – which means worthless in Yiddish. Reportedly, Einstein was no sailor — local lore is rife with stories of Southold residents having to rescue Einstein after tipping over in his boat. Another fun fact: Einstein couldn’t swim.

In 1939, Einstein befriended David Rothman, the owner of Rothman’s Department Store on Main Street in Southold. As the story goes, Einstein went into Rothman’s looking for “sundials” — it took a minute for Rothman to understand that his new customer, in thicklyaccented English, was asking for sandals. Einstein purchased the sandals — in a ladies’ size 11 for $1.35 — which became an integral part of his North Fork summer uniform of shorts held up with a piece of rope and a white sport shirt. While at the store that day, Einstein and Rothman spoke of their mutual love of classical music. Rothman shared that he and his friends meet weekly to play Mozart and Beethoven in string quartet; Einstein, a trained violinist, joined the group. Rothman arranged many musical evenings at his Southold home where Einstein and a few friends would play.

During that summer, World War II was not yet on the American doorstep and life still seemed carefree. However, a group of physicists led by exiled Hungarians Leo Szilard, Eugene Wigner and Edward Teller, were gravely concerned about German advances in splitting the atom. Alarmed that the Germans may develop an atomic weapon in advance of the Americans,

the Hungarian scientists convinced Einstein to write a letter outlining these concerns to President Franklin Roosevelt. Einstein wrote this famed letter to FDR on August 2, 1939, warning of new developments in nuclear physics which could lead to the development of powerful weapons and hinted that the Germans might be working on an atomic bomb. This letter, which Einstein would later regret writing, is widely credited as the underlying cause of the Manhattan Project, which was the U.S. government effort to build the first atomic weapon to be used in armed conflict. A copy of this letter can be viewed at the Southold Historical Society, as well as a letter Einstein sent to David Rothman claiming that 1939 was his “happiest summer ever,” and calling the local bay “the most beautiful sailing ground I ever experienced.”

Einstein never again returned to summer on the North Fork — so Rothman sent him a new pair of “sundials” every year.

Albert Einstein with David Rothman, Southold 1939

Einstein Square in Southold

Lockitt Dr Jamesport, NY 11947

Pro tips to display your collection.

BY HEATHER SENISON

Hamptons homes are mini galleries. Collectors of various mediums, and degrees of seriousness, love to show their treasures and rarities from their travels and scavenges. But when it comes to displaying art in your home, there’s more to it than hanging a painting on your living room wall, designers say.

To show it properly is to layer.

“Layering art is a way to create depth and dimension within a space,” explained Paul De Andrade, founder of Studio Kestrel, a New York City design studio with projects in the Hamptons. One technique is, “placing sculptural elements in front or adjacent to artwork like paintings or other sculptures,” he said.

Art is so significant that it’s among the first things interior designers consider, added Elena Frampton, founder of Frampton Co, a studio based in Bridgehampton and New York City. “We conceive art from the outset of a project to ensure proper planning considerations from the aesthetic to the pragmatic,” she said.

After all, it’s more than a decoration, noted Noa Santos, founder of NAINOA, an architecture and design firm with a studio in the Hamptons. Art is a tool to reinforce the visual narrative throughout a home. “Art can set a tone, shift a mood or evoke a particular memory that makes you smile, laugh, linger or even feel something entirely new,” he said.

Thinking of changing up your space, or have some new pieces to put somewhere? We asked our pros for tips:

PLAY WITH PROPORTION

Rather than grouping a few artistic photographs, layering entails the opposite. “Embrace the odd pairing,” Santos explained. Mix classic oil paintings with contemporary works or abstract canvases against vintage photos, he suggested.

“Collectors often get ultra-focused on a particular medium,” Frampton agreed. “We like to explore a more diverse curation and introduce our clients to other options and other ways of seeing.” She encourages blurring boundaries between art and design, such as mixing limited-edition furniture with fine art. For example, in a recent Amagansett project, Frampton installed a unique light fixture layered against a color field painting by Ted Kurahara. Paintings set behind sculptures can add dimension too, she said. For wall-mounted work, incorporate smaller pieces to emphasize scale and proportion.

ADJUST THE FOCUS

The thing about art, De Andrade said, is that by going against the design scheme of a room, it can bring the space to life. In neutral spaces, it can add bold and vibrant color to an otherwise serene palette. “Sculptural installations, in particular, seem to be less common in the Hamptons, yet they can be captivating,” he said.

When used as focal points, “art becomes a powerful catalyst for storytelling,” Santos added. “By strategically positioning art within a room, you can give the space a sense of purpose.” Try placing a sculpture on an attentiongrabbing pedestal made of opal or travertine, for example. Another idea is to hang a largescale painting behind a sculptural chandelier, Santos suggested. “The chandelier will create a striking silhouette against the artwork behind it and a dynamic lighting scheme in the foreground,” he said.

GROW YOUR CREATIVITY

When asked about unconventional spaces to layer in art, our designers unanimously suggested the bathroom. One recalls a sculpture occupying a (rarely used) tub. Meanwhile, chandeliers and three-dimensional pieces placed in the crevice of a high ceiling make good use of Hamptons architecture.

Art comes in many forms, after all, from wallpaper to furnishings and interesting light fixtures. And don’t forget your houseplants.

“I think that live plants as a sculptural element are a highly under-appreciated form of artwork that can be used for layering,” De Santos said. Have high ceilings and ample sunlight? Bring in a 6-foot olive tree or bird of paradise in an oversized urn or planter. “The foliage will instantly imbue the space with a sculptural, organic feel that will enhance the other artwork pieces in the room,” he said.

Frampton Co. Photo: Joshua McHugh

Nassau Point Waterfront

500 Broadwaters Road, Cutchogue

$4,975,000

This Nassau Point new construction waterfront home is located on Broadwaters Cove, just .02 miles to Causeway Beach. It exudes modern luxury while offering direct water access. A private dock is also permissible for boat lovers. The indoor/outdoor living spaces include balconies, an outdoor bar area, outdoor fireplace and a smart gunite heated saltwater pool, providing the ideal setting for relaxation and entertaining. The huge 9’ ceiling basement includes an en-suite bedroom and has ample space for a rec room, theater room, gym or all of the above while the three-car garage offers bonus storage space above. Exclusive beaches, wineries, and dining make this an incredible opportunity to experience coastal living on the North Fork!

BY ARIA STERLING

Ihas extended beyond traditional practices like yoga and meditation to encompass various aspects of our daily lives. The bathroom, once a purely functional space, has evolved into a sanctuary for relaxation and self-care. The latest trends in wellness for the bath emphasize holistic wellbeing, incorporating elements that promote relaxation, rejuvenation, and a sense of tranquility. Here are some of the latest trends reshaping the bath into a wellness haven:

RITUALISTIC BATHING EXPERIENCES

Today, people seek more than just a quick shower; they desire a ritualistic bathing experience that engages all the senses. Bath rituals involve incorporating soothing elements such as aromatic candles, essential oils, bath salts, and botanical-infused bath bombs. These products not only cleanse the body but also provide therapeutic benefits, promoting relaxation and stress relief.

Technological advancements have introduced innovative hydrotherapy options for home bathrooms. Hydrotherapy tubs equipped with features like adjustable water jets, chromotherapy (color therapy), and aromatherapy capabilities offer a spa-like experience at home. These tubs provide customized water pressures and temperatures, targeting specific areas of the body to alleviate muscle tension and improve circulation.

BIOPHILIC DESIGN

The concept of biophilic design emphasizes a connection with nature within indoor spaces. Bathrooms are incorporating natural elements like living green walls, potted plants, and organic materials such as wood, stone, and bamboo. These elements evoke a sense of serenity and enhance the bath’s aesthetic appeal while promoting relaxation and mental well-being.

Smart technology has infiltrated bathroom fixtures, offering convenience and ecofriendly features. Smart showers with programmable settings for water temperature and flow rate ensure a personalized bathing experience while conserving water. Watersaving faucets and toilets equipped with sensors for touchless operation contribute to sustainable living practices.

MINDFUL BATHING PRACTICES

Mindfulness has become an integral part of wellness, even in the bath. Incorporating mindfulness techniques like deep breathing exercises, meditation apps, or soft ambient music during bath time can promote mental relaxation and reduce stress levels. It’s about turning bathing into a mindful practice that rejuvenates both the body and mind.

CUSTOMIZED WELLNESS SPACES

Customization is key in creating personalized wellness spaces within the bathroom. People are opting for bespoke designs that cater to their specific needs and preferences. From steam showers and sauna installations to multi-functional showerheads and heated towel racks, these personalized touches elevate the bathing experience to suit individual wellness goals.

SENSORY LIGHTING AND SOUNDSCAPES

Lighting and sound play significant roles in creating a relaxing ambiance. Soft, adjustable lighting and soundscapes help create a calming atmosphere in the bath. LED lighting with color-changing capabilities (chromotherapy) and waterproof speakers that allow users to play soothing music or nature sounds contribute to a sensory-rich experience.

The evolution of the bathroom into a wellness sanctuary reflects a growing awareness of the importance of self-care and holistic wellbeing. As individuals seek to create spaces that nurture their mental, physical, and emotional health, the trends in bath wellness continue to evolve, offering a plethora of options for transforming daily routines into moments of rejuvenation and relaxation.

Photo: Cynthia Walker of CLW Interiors

OUTDOOR SPACE REHAB

Get your backyard ready for a party with these expert-led tips. BY

HANNAH SELINGER

If Memorial Day Weekend marks the unofficial start to summer, it also marks the unofficial start to backyard season. That is: the weekend during which every homeowner realizes that it’s time to start reconsidering the look, feel, and function of his or her backyard. How can you get your outdoor space looking its best? What should you clean? What should you ignore? What plantings need to be cut back, and when? What’s the do-or-die timeline for making your paradise look like you haven’t ignored it all season? And is that even possible?

I wanted to know a little more about how homeowners could get their outdoor spaces ready for the upcoming holiday, so I spoke with Susan Cohan, the principal of the New Jerseybased Susan Cohan Gardens.

“Everyone,” she says, “should think about how they are going to use their outdoor space throughout the season. They should also assess how much maintenance they want to participate in or not.” Waiting until May to plan your garden or garden clean-up? Methinks not. A better tactic is to take on the big stuff well before you plan to host a garden party with friends, which will prevent any last-minute scrambling (and will

give you time to think through how you want to approach your space for the upcoming season).

In fact, Cohan says, part of the magic of maintaining a magical space lies in year-round prevention and maintenance. “A general rule is that summer-blooming perennials should be cut back in late winter/early spring, before the first flush of growth,” she says. “The same holds true for ornamental grasses. A good general fertilizer can be applied, and the garden areas cleaned of debris and lightly mulched.”

But, if you haven’t thought way ahead, you don’t have to be discouraged. There are, Cohan confirms, plenty of ways to make your space look robust and beautiful, even if you have accidentally left your outdoor space languishing until the last minute. And some of these hacks may even be easier than you think.

“Clean the grill and outdoor kitchen,” she advises. “Apply any annual finishes to wood and stone that need it. Power-wash surfaces that are dirty or mildewy. Add some new cushions and pillows. Empty and clean planters and fill them for the holiday with summer-loving plants.” Et voila! A brand-new (or, at the very least, greatly improved) space is born. Annuals may not be a long-term solution, but they can provide a little last-minute pep if you’ve missed out on

Discerning homeowners are enhancing their lifestyle with outdoor spaces specifically designed for relaxation, entertaining, and family time. Defining areas for dining, playing, or gardening brings the interior style, comfort, and functional flow to the outside of a home.

— Mark Bushway Director of Sales, Walpole Outdoors

a hard prune. And never underestimate the power of a new set of cushions when you need them most.

As for the future, start thinking about Memorial Day, well, a long, long time before the actual holiday. Every year, we talk about how quickly the season creeps up on us, and that timeline is accelerated when it comes to plantings. “Plan any improvements to happen in the spring or fall before the season starts,” Cohan says. But if you can’t, a little elbow-grease can fill in where pruning can’t.

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Color My World Tips for Building Color Schemes in Your Garden.

BY ANNE HALPIN

Tand interior of your house. You can use colors to echo, or repeat, from house to garden, or to harmonize with one another. Or you can juxtapose colors that contrast and intensify when you place them in proximity to each other. You can approach color choices for your garden in a number of different ways. You can, for instance, design your garden so that some of its colors echo colors from your house. The colors in your garden can harmonize with the colors of the house, or the garden can contrast with the house. Either of these approaches can work if you take some time to think about your color possibilities.

There are four basic ways to work with color to build color schemes in the garden. You can rely on a single flower color contrasted against foliage, you can combine harmonious or analogous colors, or contrasting or complementary colors, or you can plant in an assortment of mixed colors.

The simplest color scheme of all is built on a single color, perhaps expressed in several different shades and tints, and perhaps with

work extremely well in a formal setting. You might like a garden of all white flowers, or red, or yellow. Or you could combine several shades of pink.

Harmonious, or analogous, colors blend smoothly with one another. Examples of harmonious colors schemes are red, orange and gold; or blue, purple and pink. Harmonious color schemes are often quiet and subtle, such as a blend of pastel shades of pink, rose and lilac petunias. But they can also be surprisingly dramatic, as in a bed of orange and yellow cosmos and marigolds, red salvia, golden achillea and Red King Humbert canna (red flowers and purple-red leaves). An easy way to get a harmonious combination of colors is to plant several varieties of one type of flower. You might want to plant several kinds of celosia, for example, or astilbe or daylilies.

Contrasting colors are farther apart on a color wheel, and placing them next to each other emphasizes their different qualities. Complementary colors contrast more intensely than any other juxtaposition of

colors. Examples include blue and orange, purple and yellow, and red and green. If you want to plant a garden of complementary colors you will probably find the most pleasing results by planting the softer of the two colors over a large portion of the garden and using the brighter color sparingly, as an accent.

In a multicolored, or polychromatic, garden, the variety of colors included depends entirely on your preference. Multicolored gardens can be blindingly brilliant if all strong colors are used; they can be cheerful and festive if you mix pastels with a few bright tones; or they can be surprisingly subtle when soft, pale colors are used. A polychromatic garden generally works best when one color is dominant to bring a sense of cohesiveness to the overall scheme. To get the best effect from a multicolored garden, surround it with lots of green to provide some visual relief. Set your flowers of many colors in front of evergreen shrubs or a hedge, or in a bed in the middle of a lawn.

However you approach the color scheme of your garden, be sure to take time to enjoy the flowers!

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