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Bunny Williams. Always reliable…
Tuesday, January 29, 2013I have started to read Veranda more than I ever have. I used to find the interiors they highlight hard to identify with.
But now I get so many ideas from their pages, it is a “must read” in the monthly “mag line up”. Does this mean my family has finally grown away from leaving the sports equipment everywhere? That the dogs have finally figured out that they have a warm bed for their own use? Not at all. The dogs inner honing devices are better than ever at finding the Cowtan & Tout. They reject anything from Ikea. And, it will be a long time before I stop tripping over the size 15 basketball sneakers left around the house (getting it from both husband and son)! What it means is that I have come to terms with living with both the family and what I love: fabrics, furniture, art, grandmothers chaise, antique tables, and anything else that falls under “LOVE IT SO LIVE WITH IT” category.
Life is short so don’t worry if the dogs are sleeping on the couch, or if the boys pick up their shoes. In the current issue of Veranda, Bunny Williams tackles family life: dogs, kids and grown-up all living fabulously together. Get inspired!
Beautiful.
Home! Everyone should feel comfortable and welcome.
Perfect harmony. Love the colors here.
Always helps if you are working with good architecture…
Gorgeous! And very cool.
SO comfortable!
Oooh! that yellow is fabulous.
all photography by Francesco Langese, published in Veranda
Wish we could show you this house, but it’s not on the market. But, there are many others that are on the market, so call us if you would like to look around.
If you are currently working with an agent, this is not a solicitation.
New England HOME
Sunday, January 27, 2013I came across an article in New England HOME (current issue) that showcased a house in nearby Southport, CT. It’s no wonder it caught my eye; the owner worked with Albert Hadley, and the Hadley influence runs throughout. Luckily for us, Albert Hadley lives on though the eyes of a few very talented decorators for true inspiration. Check out this is livable, unpretentious and fabulous home.
1916 center-hall colonial. A home loved by several generations.
Nothing like a red lantern to pull it all together
Always helps when there is good art to hang! Just love all that texture in the room.
Love those dogs.
Classic wall paper that more people should use!
Objets d’art always make for fantastic detail.
A few of us have seen this kitchen, but oooohh, love the floor here!
The story was produced by Stacey Kunstel. Photography by John Gould Bessler/Interior Design by Parker Rogers, Parker & Co.
Really like this magazine. There are several fantastic articles this month worth a look. The website is www.nehomemag.com. Check it out!
Warm and Toasty
Saturday, January 26, 2013This January weather is brutal, and we could all use a little warmth, underfoot and otherwise, so why not do it with this stunning Saxony Showroom (NYC) rug. It’s in mint condition with lush dyes and design still clearly vibrant. The hues are just the subtle touch for warming up a barren floor and room. Also, I really like the dimensions, which are 9′ by 12’15”, a generous but not overwhelming size, and the detail is lovely but crisp. One can easily make a statement in a modern or classic setting with this richness. Brighten your “Winter Blues” with earth tone lushness today! 
Price: $4,000
E-mail mymfaulkner@optonline.net for assistance.
This item is no longer available.
A Beauty in English Oak
Thursday, January 24, 2013
Happy 2013 and cheers to some great new inventory to browse. Today’s offering is a lovely English Oak table, perfect for many settings, but ideal in a roomy foyer. I can see the fresh flowers and stack of chic books on it now. The dimensions are 48″ diameter and 20″ height. What’s nice about this piece is its versatility in style. Whether you have a bucolic country barn to furnish, a seaside cottage to fill or classic living/family room to decorate, this fits the bill nicely, aesthetically and financially.
Price: $800
E-mail mymfaulkner@optonline.net for assistance.
This item is no longer available.
New Page Added
Thursday, January 10, 2013
Ring’s End Bridge
We are so pleased to announce that after (almost) one year after launching Real in Darien, we have added a new page.
DONE DEALS.
This new page will highlight deals we have done here in Darien. We thank you all so much for your support and continued enthusiasm. It has been, and continues to be, a fantastic experience for us.
LET’S HEAR IT FOR BEAUTIFUL REAL ESTATE!
Looking back at 2012
Monday, January 7, 2013It has been very quiet on the real estate radar the last few weeks. Our silence is a good indicator…. when we’ve got nothing to blog about, you know it is quiet out there! Inventory is very low right now and there is a certain level of demand which potentially sets the stage for a competitive market this Spring. (We have seen some fabulous previews and look forward to giving you an inside look as they come on).
There are a few properties from 2012 that we still really like.
24 Cliff Avenue. A favorite of ours. This 1911 charmer has more space than you think (approximately 2000) and is close to downtown Darien and trains, and walking distance to Rowayton. It has been on and off the market since April and they are asking $899,000. Listed by Betsy Nolan at Coldwell Banker. THIS PROPERTY IS IN CONTRACT.
Classic 1911 Colonial.
Really nice kitchen. Note the back splash over the stove. It reads “Cliff Ave”!
Great place for a BBQ with friends.
106 Stephen Mather. Just reduced, this is a great location and an even better piece of flat property. Stephen Mather is such a pretty street that offers privacy yet not isolation! Lots of bedrooms and outdoor space for everyone! Listed by Holly Hurd at Kelly Associates. Asking $2,499,000.
106 Stephen Mather
Love the front door.
Great color for a living room.
A great flat back yard.
593 Hollow Tree Ridge Road. If you came to our Sister Parish trunk show, then you know how fabulous this house really is! Dress it up or dress it down, this is one our favorites. If you haven’t already, check it out. A very special place indeed. Now asking $2,695,000. Listed by Hannah Burge at Kelly Associates.
A beauty!
Divine!
Glorious!
86 Delafield Island. What a beauty. This 1920’s gem has been loved and lived in for many many years by the same family. The views are fabulous, and the setting makes you want to settle down…and never leave. Except on your boat from your dock! The patina oozes and oh’s what you could do to put your own stamp on this gem! Don’t be afraid of the work, this will be well worth it! Listed by Sheree Frank and Doug Milne at Kelly Associates. Asking $5,995,000.
A beautiful old house perched over a view to die for!
Narnia? No, it’s Darien!
A fabulous room that captures all the special views of the property.
February officially launches the Spring market, and we will start to see a lot of new inventory come on.
WE CANT WAIT!
Winner of our Holiday Giveaway is…..
Wednesday, January 2, 2013
KESSA SCHAEFFER of Darien!
We loved how unique this display of antique ornaments looked in these vintage lights. The perfect way to keep them safe from little fingers or unstable trees. Kessa bought the lights in a store in New York called Olde Good Things on 24th Street. She intended to hang them in her home in Block Island, but her contractor told her they could not be wired. So she hauled them back home. She had a whole bunch of antique ornaments that she brought home from Brimfield (the blue, silver and purple ones) she decided to fill them with. The other one was filled with ornaments that her husband’s grandmother had when she passed away. She tells us that it is a wonderful reminder for her family of their grandmother and a unique and special way to preserve some old treasures. We know Miles Redd would agree!!!!
Thank you to everyone who submitted entries to our first annual Holiday Giveaway. It was so fun for us (but extremely hard to choose a winner) and we loved all the vignettes. Enjoy your new book Kessa…..it’s going to look great in that barn red farmhouse of yours!
