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Gorgeous kitchens
Wednesday, May 21, 2014Mostly, people want to know what the kitchen is like when they are asking about a house that is on the market. And, many times, if the kitchen is fabulous, it can seal the deal. If you are thinking about a move, and the kitchen is a critical piece of your criteria, here are some that will knock your sox off!
16 Salt Box Lane
Asking $2,350,000 at Kelly Associates
35 Sunswyck Road
Asking $4,195,000 at Kelly Associates
(Accepted Offer/Continue to Show)
5 Salem Straits
Asking $3,795,000 at Kelly Associates
309 Hollow Tree Ridge Road
Asking $3,850,000 at Kelly Associates
19 Sunnyside Avenue
Asking $1,795,000 at Kelly Associates
15 Half Mile Road
Asking $3,195,000 at Halstead
320 Brookside Road
Asking $6,750,000 at Berkshire Hathaway
38 Wee Burn Lane
Asking $5,795,000 at Kelly Associates
401 Mansfield Avenue
Asking $1,995,000 at Kelly Associates
55 Cedar Gate
Asking $1,675,000 at Kelly Associates
If you are currently working with an agent, this is not a solicitation.
It’s time to shop – The Antique & Artisan way!
Thursday, December 12, 2013The real estate inventory is presenting with “slim picking” so we really can’t do our “12 Picks for Christmas”! We would never have guessed that we couldn’t find 12 houses we love to blog about, but it has happened. So, off we went to our favorite place to fill “the houses we love” with a few of our “favorite things”! The Stamford Antique & Artisan Center is overflowing with gems and jewels to fill your gorgeous house, and your friend’s gorgeous house.
A room that will bedazzle and bejewel you with fantastic pieces for home and hostess
The “back room” has been set up for the Holiday Sale, going on now, and for a few more days. Carefully are artfully chosen by the venerable Mari Anne Maher, it is like walking through a wonderland for the home. Take some time and go down there to browse, buy and actually enjoy holiday shopping.
I was drawn to these like a moth to the flame. An absolutely stunning set for any Christmas holiday table. Light and easy to hold. We love a good bar cart but these glasses will get your table going with enormous style.
Not for the faint at heart… admittedly, however sometimes you just need to take the plunge!
If we are sticking to the bar cart, these will be fabulous.
And, a price point easier to swallow…
Gorgeous – will make the summer al fresco dinner very special. A set of 10 which is a good number for a dinner party too.
Who can’t use another set of dinner chargers!
In the plate world… not so bad!
One can never have enough throw’s or quilts. On a guest bed, or the sofa for a cozy sit by the fire. The colors are gorgeous on this quilt. Very neutral and will stand out as stunning any where in your home.
For someone special and deserving.
For the music lover in your household. Or your high school roommate! I am sure someone was listening to this classic back in the day, and still… Yes, you are reading the price tag correctly. It is signed!!!!
You mean you don’t still have a turntable? It will look fabulous by the latest, state of the art system in anyone’s house.
Love this fireplace fender. Note the pineapples!
It is a good size, fitting a standard fireplace in any house. What a great piece to have.
AND FOR THE HOSTESS WITH THE MOSTESS
You must have something special when you answer the door. This is it! A classic piece from Roberta Freeman. She still makes these, but with the influx of Roller Rabbit, a vintage piece makes it all that more special.
Great price point for this. Think the new ones are A LOT more.
I made a beeline for the unmistakeable orange box only to find a true classic.
The box alone would make the experience of owning this worth it!
The vitrine is filled with fabulous vintage jewelry and watches. You will find something you love, for certain.
Share any treats you find at info@realindarien.com.
Nielsen’s sure can do up Christmas!
Thursday, December 12, 2013
Ho Ho Ho.
Nielsen’s Florist and Garden Shop is ready for a wonderful holiday season, and they kicked it off with a Holiday Table Top fundraiser for Post 53. Run right over and pick up a gift for just about anybody.
Love the black red and white theme here.
I want to do a Birch Tree theme this year.
So pretty.
Great ornaments of all shapes, sizes and themes.
Love all the fairy houses! They will make fabulous centerpieces.
Gorgeous table accents.
One of my favorites.
Prizes for the lucky winners!
Ran into some friends.
When a home is done, done, done!
Tuesday, November 26, 2013
Here at Real in Darien we tend to say “just bring your toothbrush” when talking about a home that is done,done,done. Well I saw these yesterday at the Antique & Artisan Center and realized we should step it up and say “just bring your hangers”.
Love our new Real in Darien trays!
Wednesday, November 20, 2013
A GHD Design creation for Real in Darien. She designed our pineapple, business cards, notepads, note cards and this fab tray. Thank you Gretchen!
Pick of the Week – A stunning makeover
Monday, November 11, 2013
These could not be more stunning.
I think we have mentioned the fabric room at the Antique & Artisan Center, but if you haven’t seen it, you must go down there. It’s located in the back of the antique center and is set up for anyone to come and enjoy the experience of making your home beautiful. It’s a little like a child being introduced to Dylan’s. Once you have gone there, why go anywhere else. There is not a fabric room like this around here. I even heard someone say at a recent event that “Mari Ann has stuff no one has”! These chairs are a good example. You know the fabric is fabulous, but you can’t think where you have seen it. The good news is you haven’t. It is a line of fabric that the Antique Center does. The selections you will find is at the crossroads of stunning and perfection.
They will help you with everything, from picking out the fabric and trim (going to Samuel & Sons is like visiting a candy store for us but save yourself the trip….its all here!) to refinishing or repairing a piece. So whether you buy a piece from the Antique Center, or bring in something you already own, come on over and take a look.
Mari Ann Maher, of John Rosselli fame, offers interior design services as well. You are certain to leave with a masterpiece!
Remember these? We sat on these for a long time. Very comfortable.
We liked these chairs with this muslim fabric but look at the difference a new fabric can make….
Beautiful trims and pipings, borders and fringe.
Large swatches to completely understand the pattern and its scale.
Color, texture and variety!
Bold prints and patterns, yet subtle and entirely neutral in any room.
Enough said. I can’t imagine anywhere else that would be more fun to take on a project.
Pick of the week – a wide variety of treasures
Friday, October 25, 2013I ran into a friend (and fellow RE agent here in town) on the open house trail last week. She turned to me and said “have you guys become decorators?” I said “oh no! does it look that way? I couldn’t decorate my way out of a brown box!” The thing is, it’s hard to walk into a house and not start to brainstorm about what one might/could do with it. Or, if I wanted to sell it to someone what I might say about the decorating possibilities. I LOVE to imagine how different decorators might do things in all the houses we walk into. So, when we see all this fabulous treasures at the Antique Center, we feel it is our obligation to report back to our readers about all the gorgeous pieces, and fabric, found at the Antique Center. The fabric room is truly one that stands far apart from any other retail source in Fairfield County, but more on that next time.
Enjoy this weeks “picks”!
A STUNNING pair of custom twin headboards. The paisley/trim color/nail heads make this a must have.
We absolutely LOVE-LOVE-LOVE these planters. If you have a wide porch with room for hanging plants, these are a”must have”. We rarely see one’s so fabulous. (Gorgeous option for fabric samples as well!)
Call the Antique Center – or better yet, go down there – for more details. There are three or four of them in the fabric room. Call the Antique Center for more details.
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Look what we saw! A beauty by Lynne Byrne
Have a great, fall weekend!
A CHARMED EVENING WITH MARIO BUATTA & ELISSA CULLMAN
Wednesday, October 16, 2013
What a fantastic party Thursday night at the Antique & Artisan Center celebrating Mario Buatta and Ellie Cullman. The gallery looked absolutely fabulous and it was all we could do not to walk out with a treasure. (Thankfully the books weighed too much to carry anything else!) Mario, and his hilarious sense of humor, once again charmed and dazzled as he signed his only “tomb” highlighting his 50 years in the biz. Asking him how he looked back on the project? “A lot of very hard work”. I can only imagine!
The guests of honor! Living legends who both bring unparalleled excellence to the world of design. (You have to love that Pagoda!)
These books weighed a ton but are an encyclopedia of their work.
Always charming and funny -even when you bump into him at the Brunschwig showroom. Careful which hand you shake!
You know you have made it when you have your own Absolut ad.
Looking through his book reminds us how fabulous the career of the “Prince of Chintz” has been. He really did pioneer fabulous yet comfortable living in the grandest way. It is impossible to deny the place in the history of decorating he has earned.
A Palm Beach loggia…..perfect spot for a martini.
A Southampton center hall colonial. Look at those hand painted walls.
The Master Bedroom of Morristown Manor House.
Ellie and her partner Tracey Pruzan are as elegant as they come. Their interiors reflect their uber style.
Palm Beach Punch.
Barrett Bookstore has them in stock. Get yours today!
ELLIE CULLMAN & MARIO BUATTA BOOK SIGNING – TONIGHT
Thursday, October 10, 2013Don’t miss THE event of the fall. Rumor has it one of our favorite (and chicest) designers will be there tonight.
Can you guess who it is?
PICK OF THE WEEK-Greek Key, Pineapples and handsome seating
Monday, September 30, 2013
Looking for a little “chic” to add to your living room? Here is it. You can’t loose
with the Greek Key!
A classic piece is worth it!
Actually, these should be on my bar cart!
A traditional pair of chairs, certain to find use in any room in the house. Give them some pizazz by choosing some fabulous fabric from the Antique Center’s unparalleled selection.
We sat in these chairs. They are extremely comfortable!
Nice and deep!
Think long term. Buying pieces to last, one at a time.
Photos courtesy of Real in Darien.
Next time you visit the Stamford Antiques & Artisan Center, tell them we sent you!
PICK OF THE WEEK-Foo Dogs, Gucci and Candlesticks
Monday, September 23, 2013Abigail’s Pick: A great addition to anyone’s collection of curio. Love these we saw at the Antique Center.
Great on a bookshelf. Great colors on this pair!
I would use them as bookends.
You can always find something at the Antique Center to jazz up a room for a good price.
A pop of turquoise is always interesting in a room. These are a nice size as well.
Go check these out!
Kim’s Pick: I just love these candlesticks! They really stand out and will make an impact anywhere. Put on a dining room table or a front hall console . 
To give you an idea of how great they would look on a table….what a pop of bling.
The richness of this room would be a great addition.
Who doesn’t love vintage Gucci! The handle is my favorite part.
Pictures courtesy of Real in Darien and Lonny Magazine.
PICK OF THE WEEK-a pair of lamps, a marble, garden table, and a chic dress.
Monday, September 16, 2013Abigail’s pick: We start with these gorgeous tole lamps. Simple yet high impact, and would look gorgeous against any lacquered wall. We are thinking a white lacquered front hall, or against one of de Gournay’s marvelous wallpapers. Great “bang for the buck” at $225 for the pair.
Perfect anchors to any front hall table or console.
Not a bad price.
KIM”S PICK: A little off topic but The Antique and Artisan Center is full of fantastic vintage clothing, bags and jewelry.
So much to choose from. This dress caught my eye.
A pop of color. You might also find a fabulous David Webb necklace to go with it!
Loved this coffee table. Its larger than you think and would add so much style to any sunroom or terrace.
A very solid piece.
A fabulous way to dress up any room for a very reasonable price.
For more information on any of these pieces, email us at info@realindarien.com.
If you are out and about…
Sunday, September 15, 2013
Check out the Open House
1-3pm today
at
5 Seagate
Its a beautiful day in the neighborhood.
Still warm enough to enjoy dinner on the terrace.
A perfect spot to relax and read the Sunday Times.
Tell them we sent you!
Bringing to you our “Pick of the Week”
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Real in Darien has many exciting things happening including a new venture with the Antique & Artisan Center in Stamford, Connecticut. Even before we started, The Antique Center was a favorite destination. That whole area is a pocket full of unique and fabulous antique stores of all shapes and sizes, cafe’s and a few hip shops. You wouldn’t recognize the area now, with a Fairway Market, Design Within Reach, Le Pain Quotidien and Juliska leading the way.
The Antique Center is a blend of sophistication, whimsy and happily ever after. We are going to start a “Pick of the Week” where we will highlight an item we both love. We will also give you some ideas as to how they can work in your home.
The Antique Center has created a Fabric Room, where anyone can come and meet, and work on design . It is the most GORGEOUS room created by Mari Ann Maher. The fabrics are not something you are going to find in your neighborhood shop or big box design store.
Abigail has seen the light!
From John Rosselli Antiques.
This would have been our “first pick of the week” but it has sold already. We couldn’t pass it by without acknowledging its beauty. Bunny Williams snatched it up; great minds think a like! Lucky client.
Betsey Ruprecht’s Decorative Antiques.
So that brings us to our first “find”! Look at this gorgoues grey amoire with chicken wire. The orange just makes it that much more fabulous! This item is a “no brainer” for your kitchen, family room, or even your master bath! It was hard to leave without it.
A chair from John Roselli’s booth.
Love the pineapple!
Love these. But they SOLD!
The Greek Key table!
A piece of Rose Cummings velvet would make this stool stand out
The showroom is full of vignettes and one of a kind finds. It can be daunting, but if you look at individual pieces you are certain to find a piece that stands out for you.
The Lamps!
The Mirror!
Never overlook a good Rudolf!
Of course we would always be happy to help you pick out a piece. (To go in the fabulous house we will help you find!)
Tom Scheerer. His new book is not to be missed.
Monday, September 2, 2013We are waiting with great excitement for the new Tom Scheerer book to come out. Some know him for his divine colors, wall paper choices and mix of antiques with modern living. A few have been wrapped in his vision down at Lyford Cay. And, if you are someone who is not familiar with his design and style, this book will take you away to a place even Calgon couldn’t. It’s coming September 10. Check it out. It’s stunning.
Due out on September 10. A Vendome Press publication. You can pre-order now.
Some of Tom’s rooms we love
A favorite entrance hall. Fabulous choice of wall paper. Makes me want to go back and start over. (Photo by Christopher Baker)
Perfect hide away at home. (Photo by Francesco Langnese)
We all know that gone are the days of a formal dining room for most households. What a gorgeous way to make the more casual lifestyle of today chic and cool. (Photo by Matthew Hranek)
Barrett Book Store has ordered about six copies. Call and reserve yours!