Greenwich Address
Arhaus has set up shop in the Greenwich Design District. Opened in April, the 5,300-square-foot showroom joins the brand’s existing Connecticut stores in Norwalk and Farmington. Founded in 1986, the company sells sustainably sourced furniture and décor, partnering with artisans around the world, from rug weavers in India to master woodworkers in Italy and Mexico and upholstery workshops in North Carolina. Arhaus offers complimentary design services and a team of design consultants are ready to provide guidance in-store and online. To celebrate the Greenwich opening and to further the brand’s commitment to the environment and the Green Initiative, Arhaus has made a $10,000 contribution to the Greenwich Tree Conservancy Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and enhancing the tree and forest resources of Greenwich.
Discerning Details
Waterworks announced a new bath and kitchen collection in collaboration with Gachot. This is the second product line with the design studio, following on the success of the Bond series. More than 50 new styles are featured in the Finot line, including bath fittings, accessories, lighting and hardware. Inspired by industrial design, tailored fashion and modernist culture, each piece is meticulously crafted and cast for precision. “In Finot, we see how the smallest details elevate the overall product and how refinement creates value,” says CEO and Creative Director of Waterworks Peter Sallick. “It’s a true expression of the unique capabilities and sensibilities of both Waterworks and our design collaborator, Gachot.” John Gachot, principal and founder of Gachot, explains, “Finot, for us, represents the power and beauty of balance, rigor and simplicity.” The collection’s cylindrical forms, artful curves and subtle reveals fit seamlessly into minimalist interiors as well as traditional decor and will be stocked in chrome, nickel, brass and dark nickel, and available for order in all Waterworks special finishes. The hardware and lighting will be stocked in chrome, nickel and brass.
Coast to Coast
Renowned design studio and home boutique Nickey Kehoe announced the opening of its first New York City location. Bringing the brand’s signature California sensibility to NYC, the two- level, 4,000-square-foot salon and showroom offers a selection of statement furniture, custom lighting, textiles, global treasures and bespoke objects, as well as elevated utilitarian items for the pantry, laundry room and garden. Carefully curated, each piece is chosen for its ability to tell a story and enrich a space. Todd Nickey and Amy Kehoe are not newcomers to NYC. In fact, their partnership began there in 2004. Speaking to their full circle moment, they say, “This neighborhood has always been a special slice of uptown downtown for us, the ideal neighborhood for our return to New York. It was serendipity that led us to our new space in New York,” They add, “A casual visit sparked our curiosity, and one look inside the brownstone—with its Murano chandeliers and expansive mirrors—had our hearts racing.
Moving Uptown
Luxury kitchen design and manufacturing company Bakes & Kropp announced a move to the Architects and Designers Building. Doubling the size of its previous showroom, the new space features three elegantly designed kitchens, a wine room, a butler’s pantry, dressing area, library concept and a bathroom vanity, to display the brand’s versatility. “We’ve been in New York for 10 years, and it’s such an important market for us. As we’ve grown over the last decade, our transition to the A&D Building felt like a natural, synergistic move,” says Bakes & Kropp cofounder and Head of Design Bob Bakes. “It’s one of the most luxury kitchen-centric buildings in the world that houses many of our current partners, so we wanted to curate a new and inspiring experience for our clients.” Bakes & Kropp cofounder Paul Kropp adds, “The space provides the ideal platform to showcase our expertise and serve as an inspiring hub for designers and homeowners alike.” In conjunction with the showroom opening, Bakes & Kropp unveiled five new cabinet finishes. The Manhattan showroom is joined by additional locations in the Hamptons; Cold Spring Harbor, NY; West Palm Beach, FL; Plymouth, MI; and Bay Harbor, MI.