HC&G (Hamptons Cottages & Gardens) - September 2012

Builders You Should Know

Discover why these builders should be considered when building a new—or renovating an existing—home.

From mega yachts to Hamptons fashion houses

The latest status symbol to take advantage of the East End's ocean, sound, and bays? The mega yacht. Discover these floating Hamptons palaces and see which top designers are moving into town.

Jewelry that will make you shine

During the autumn season why not add a little shimmer and surprise to your jewelry collection? From Pomellato Tabou's dome ring in blue topaz to David Yurman's cinnamon cable-wrap necklace, you will be sure to glitter all season.

Wine connoisseur Jean-Luc Le Du checks out Long Island's best

On a recent summer Saturday, master sommelier and James Beard Award-winner Jean-Luc Le Du played hooky from his Manhattan wine shop, Le Dus Wines to check out the very best vintages on the North Fork.

Artist Sabina Streeter makes drawings with cinematic flair

"I drew before I spoke," says German artist Sabina Streeter, who has studios in both Sag Harbor, where she now lives, and Munich. Streeter carries her artist's tools whenever she travels in case inspiration strikes...

New and notable products from the Hamptons and beyond

From festive and fun placemats by designer Lisa Perry to designer Madeline Weinrib’s Floris Scarlett Tibetan rug we’ve hand picked the perfect products to end your warm weather decorating on a high note.

Style Setters

We asked Hampton’s very own fashionistas who their most fashionable icon is. From Jonathan Adler to Cynthia Rowley we got the scoop!

2012 HC&G IDA Winners!

This past July, HC&G held its second annual Innovation in Design Awards ceremony, recognizing the very best design projects in the Hamptons. Check out our winners!

Architecture Winner: West Chin Architect

It’s what every house aspires to be: “A place one would never want to leave,” which is how judge Sherrill Canet responds to this residence by West Chin Architect.

Local discoveries that have caught our expert’s eye

From an early 1960’s brass and inlaid marble backgammon table to Danish designer Verner Panton’s iconic-ultra suede Cone Chair, we’ve found the best pieces for a touch of modern romance.

Innovation in Design Awards!

HC&G held its second annual Innovation in Design Awards (IDAs), presented by Bridgehampton National Bank, at Guild Hall in East Hampton.

Landscape Architect Mario Nievera has a natural touch for gardening

With his brand new book Forever Green, out this September, Mario Nievera talks of his natural gardens and approaches to creating unique landscapes.