CTC&G (Connecticut Cottages & Gardens) - September 2012

Inside stories behind Connecticut real estate deals

September marks the start of the autumn selling season, which comes on the heels of better-than-expected summer sales. From a New Canaan chateau to an Ellington contemporary we've got the listings here.

Pequot Library Golf Outing

The Pequot Library, with media sponsor CTC&G held its seventh annual golf outing at an exclusive links-style private course overlooking Long Island Sound and the scenic village of Southport.

Little known gems of Loire Valley and Burgundy wines

Over the years, my love affair with all things French has brought me to some of the most seductive wine regions in France. From Bordeaux and Côtes du Rhône to the northern corner where Champagne is produced...

It Pays to Look Upwards from Time to Time

Back in the day, in the Roaring Twenties, when skyscrapers were as scarce as the architects who designed them, there were a handful of firms, which were slowly transforming the skylines of major cities like Manhattan.

Designer Susan Bednar Long designs swanky cruise ship suites

Designer and CTC&G contributing editor Susan Bednar Long was hired by Oceania Cruises to design three 2,000-square-foot owner's suites on their new ship the Riviera. The results: a perfect blend of modern and traditional.

Greenwich Historical Society Luncheon

The Greenwich Historical Society and media sponsor CTC&G hosted a lecture and luncheon with decorator Jeffrey Bilhuber.

Discover the beauty of Thailand

Last September Editorial Director D. J. Carey embarked on a trip to Thailand, an exotic country beckoned with beautiful scenery, chic cities and gorgeous beaches and she was invited to the King’s Cup Elephant Polo match…

Fire Up Your Kitchen with the Newest Appliances

Channel your inner chef with these state-of-the-art kitchen essentials. Upgrade with the sophisticated MotionSense Moen faucet and get cooking with Thermador’s first full-surface touch screen stovetop.

Interior designer Suzanne Kasler is all about collaborative mixing

Known for elegantly combining Southern charm with European flair, Kasler's style can be seen through several of her signature lines. Partnering with Hickory Chair, Safavieh Rugs and many more, Kasler is sure to always bring her feminine touch to the table

8 Great Wonders of Litchfield County

In celebration of CTC&G's eighth anniversary we put together a curated collection of inspired finds from design and food to fashion and culture.

Audiocom

CTC&G and The Audiocom Group held an interactive LED experience for the trade at Audiocom’s South Norwalk Design Center.

Experience first hand the fine-furniture making of Thos. Moser

Discover how cabinetmaker Mike Beaumont helped C&G Editorial Director D. J. Carey build a one-of-a-kind square-end table at the Auburn, Maine shop of Thos. Moser during her week-long Customer Residence program.

Richard Sinnott mixes colors and patterns to style his Hampton Bays home Image Gallery

"I like to move things around, so there's always constant change," says Sinnott. Big stuff like couches and chairs stay put, but when it comes to accents like lamps, art and textiles, they flow in and out, like the tides at the nearby beach.

Thos. Moser

CTC&G and Thos. Moser celebrated the opening of the new Thos. Moser showroom in Greenwich.

Tony Connecticut towns and their unique takes on living well

We’ve scouted some great finds on where to enjoy all your town has to offer. From shopping at Essex village’s Silkworm to boating at the Greenwich Polo club we’ve got you covered!

Bold Bright and Beautiful at the New York Gift Fair

Twice a year, the New York International Gift Fair presents an enormous venue of international exhibitors bringing the very best in home, lifestyle and gift brands to the city.