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PREVIEWS AN INSIDE LOOK AT LOCAL LUXURY LIVING SUMMER 2010 TM THE LUXURY DIVISION OF COLDWELL BANKER CENTRAL PARK PANORAMA TURNAROUND for a Jersey chalet RIVERSIDE RETREAT in Deep River 12 PAGES of premier tri-state properties A GARDEN GROWS IN GREENWICH WHERE TO EAT: A local dining guide

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An Inside Look at Local Luxury Living from the Luxury Division of Coldwell Banker

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CENTRAL PARK PANORAMA

TURNAROUNDfor a Jersey chalet

RIVERSIDE RETREAT

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12 PAGESof premier

tri-state properties

A GARDEN GROWS IN GREENWICH

WHERE TO EAT:A local dining guide

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THE REAL ESTATE MARKET has enjoyed an upswing in sales during the first quarter of 2010 and the overall economy continues to show signs of growth and recovery, according to leading economists and analysts. This is good news for the housing industry and especially the luxury home market. Top income earners and wealthy stakeholders who were waiting for markets to adjust have begun to reinvest, according to Forbes and Smart Money magazines, and we have seen an increase in luxury home sales and more confident move-up buyers. To capture these buyers around the globe, Coldwell Banker Previews International

continues to invest in online marketing, including extensive social media and advanced technology platforms, in addition to traditional advertising. Our network of offices throughout 49 foreign countries has assisted in identifying international buyers for homes in our tri-state communities. We look forward to working with you to present your one-of-a-kind home to the world.

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EXCEPTIONAL RIVERFRONT SETTINGDeep River, CT—Set on the banks of the Connecticut River, this home of elegance and grace offers luxurious living and tranquil views from every room. Combining the best of Old World charm and today’s state-of-the-art amenities, the property is located across from the Selden Creek Wildlife Preserve and has a substantial dock with electronic lift.

Mary McDonald, Diane Gregory and Roger Parkman, 800-767-0078 $3,639,000

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MASTERFULLY CONSTRUCTED ENTIRELY of stone quarried on its site in 2005, this stately manor home sits behind private gates on one of the most coveted country lanes in Purchase. Mean-dering streams with scenic footbridges, rare specimen plantings and formal gardens create beautiful views in every direction throughout the 2.87-acre grounds.

Breathtaking beauty is seen throughout each of the interior rooms. From the front-to-back, three-story entrance hall with beautiful Jerusalem limestone one can see through gracious arched doorways with lavish hand-carved moldings to rooms that are richly detailed with Brazilian cherry. Coffered ceilings and mahogany paneling enhance the opulent dining room and spectacular library, which is accented by a fi replace. The exqui-site family room has a vaulted ceiling and fl ows effortlessly into the gourmet kitchen, but both rooms are defi ned as separate living spaces by the striking fl oor-to-ceiling fi replace they share.

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Like a rockA timeless classic in Purchase, New York

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A wall of windows embraces the breakfast room and a handsome adjoining butler’s pantry completes this area.

The attention to detail continues throughout the second-fl oor living space, which is accessed by two staircases. The central loft area has been fi nished into an attractive offi ce/sitting room and overlooks the family room below. The mas-ter bedroom suite with marble fi replace includes a charm-ing sun-drenched sitting room plus a fully equipped service center and fi ve family bedrooms, each with private bath.

The fi nished lower level offers high ceilings throughout, a breathtaking wine room with mahogany barrel ceiling and antique brick fl oor, an expansive exercise room, recreation room, full bath and a suite of rooms ideal for staff or guests.

Outdoors, an extraordinary 3,000-square-foot terrace adjacent to the 50-foot pool and sheer-descent waterfall enhance the back of the property. A spectacular outdoor kitchen with fi replace and wet bar plus separate children’s playground with playhouse will please one and all.

With its state-of-the-art systems, remarkable detailing, and an attached 4+ car fi nished garage, this home offers a truly rare opportunity to own a home of overwhelming beauty.

Purchase, New YorkOffered at $11,750,000Michele Flood at 800-767-0078

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THE LUXURY DIVISION OF COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE

THE BEST OF OLD AND NEWSummit, NJ—Distinctive and spacious, this magnifi cently designed 17-room all-brick Colonial offers over 11,500 sq. ft. of lavish living, 4 levels, 7 fi replaces, 6 bedrooms and period detail throughout set on 1.28 acres.Kimberly “Kim” Cannon, Sales Associate908-522-3876 $6,995,000

MAGNIFICENT CUSTOM MANORSaddle River, NJ—Lakeside custom manor home, 5 bedrooms, 6 full and 2 half baths, 7 fi replaces, all constructed with the highest quality and fi nest materials. Great school system and low taxes!Kenneth “Ken” Baker, Sales Associate201-327-8305 $2,990,000

NEW JERSEY

WATERFRONT DREAM HOMEBrick, NJ—If anything is more impressive than this Mediterranean-inspired villa it would be its resplendent waterfront setting. Exceptional appoint-ments plus, pool, private beach and dock. Spectacular bay views.800-575-0952 $4,295,000

INCOMPARABLE SOMERSET COUNTY ESTATEBedminster Twp, NJ—Incomparable 6-bedroom custom home with over 8,300 sq. ft. is situated on 13+ rolling acres in Bedminster. Live extravagantly everyday with three lavish levels. Chef ’s gourmet kitchen, large entertaining rooms and custom appointments at every turn. Jaqueline Rossi, Broker Sales Associate973-543-2552 $4,989,000

ENGLISH COUNTRY MANORMendham, NJ—One-of-a-kind, custom-built English Country Manor home on 4+ acres with 6 bedrooms, 7+ baths and a 3+ car garage. Complete with fi eldstone, imported Russian rustic pinewood fl ooring, granite and many wonderful architectural details.Pauline Derrick/Pamela “Pam” Tishman, Broker/Sales Associate973-543-2552 $3,575,000

ELEGANCE REDEFINEDShort Hills, NJ—Set on one of the highest points in Short Hills, this exqui-site new estate features every modern amenity. More than 11,000 sq. ft. of lavish living with chef ’s gourmet kitchen, 4-car garage and grand rooms for entertaining. Available for Summer delivery.800-575-0952 $5,995,000

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FRENCH PAVILION ESTATEFranklin Lakes, NJ—Beautiful French Pavilion style-estate home on approxi-mately 2 acres, gorgeous! High ceilings, 2-story great room and foyer, stunning kitchen, beautifully decorated by NYC designer owner. Carole “Lynn” Brescia, Broker Sales Associate201-891-6700 $2,499,900

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BUILD YOUR COUNTRY DREAM HOMEBernards Twp, NJ—The best that Bernards Township has to offer is found in this picturesque setting that will exceed your expectations. Build your custom-designed dream home in a private setting with lavish interiors up to 15,000 sq. ft.Jaqueline Rossi, Broker Sales Associate973-543-2552 $2,900,000

GRAND NEW CONSTRUCTIONShort Hills, NJ—New construction in Hartshorn on over .5 acre of property with stunning views! 6-Bedroom, 5.5-bath elegant home offering spectacular entertaining space with gourmet kitchen open to impressive great room. Opu-lent master suite with fi replace. Quality craftsmanship and attention to detail.Stephanie Mallios, Sales Associate973-376-5200 $2,595,000

QUINTESSENTIAL IN RIDGEWOODRidgewood, NJ— Offering exceptional refi nement, this vintage 6-bedroom, 4.5-bath English Tudor exudes a breathtaking blend of timeless architectural design infused with the fi nest fi nishes! The .95-acre property offers privacy, old Ridgewood history and garden house/studio.Rebecca “Becky” Boomsma, Sales Associate201-891-7600 $2,699,000

NEW JERSEY

PEACEFUL RETREATMendham, NJ—Sun-drenched, 5-bedroom custom home on cul-de-sac. Sweeping views welcome you to this 5-acre professionally landscaped prop-erty with lighted DecoTurf tennis court.Pauline Derrick/Pamela “Pam” Tishman, Broker/Sales Associate973-543-2552 $2,499,000

GORGEOUS INSIDE AND OUTNorwood, NJ—Custom 5-bedroom family home is spectacular living at its fi nest. Open and spacious rooms easily transform from casual living to gorgeous entertaining spaces. Resort setting offers in-ground pool and lush landscaped grounds. 800-575-0952 $2,285,000

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WATERFRONT VICTORIAN Little Silver, NJ—Builder’s own 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath custom Victorian featuring gourmet kitchen, huge master suite, elevator, wrap-around porches and newly painted exterior, plus deep-water docking. Pauline Poyner, Sales Associate732-842-3200 $1,995,000

AUTHENTIC ENGLISH TUDORRumson, NJ—Truly a rare fi nd, this gorgeous English Tudor in Rumson has been updated and expanded while preserving its architectural integrity. This entertainer’s dream home also includes a gracious carriage house with 3 bedrooms.Mary Loux “Dubie” McDonnell732-842-3200 Price Upon Request

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CUL-DE-SAC ON “THE HILL”Madison, NJ—This stately 5-bedroom French Country manor is located in the Prestigious Hill section of Madison. Set on nearly .75 acre of professionally landscaped property, this home is nestled on the end of a cul-de-sac, making this the perfect private retreat.Susan Oldendorp/Stacy Schuessler, Sales Associates973-377-4444 $2,250,000

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SPACIOUS AND DISTINCTIVEBasking Ridge, NJ—Superbly designed 17-room, 6-bedroom estate offers a huge great room, den, living room, 2 offi ces and a bedroom on the fi rst level; a spacious master-bedroom suite on second fl oor. Ideal for entertaining. Premier Basking Ridge location is close to everything.Bruce Yeager, Sales Associate908-766-0808 $1,899,000

NEW JERSEY

UNLIKE ANY OTHERMendham, NJ—A stunning departure from the ordinary on 5 prime, lushly landscaped acres. Easy one-fl oor living with walk-out lower entertainment level. Curved window-walls gracefully transition indoor and outdoor spaces.Carol Fanning, Sales Associate908-766-0808 $2,100,000

CUSTOM COLONIAL Little Silver, NJ—Spacious 5-bedroom custom Colonial with 7000+ sq. ft. of living space including the fi nished walk-out basement and large bonus space above the 3-car garage.Pauline Poyner, Sales Associate732-842-3200 $1,895,000

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ELEGANT ELTON POINT ESTATE Manalapan, NJ—Magnifi cent, stately contemporary Colonial incomparably bringing together unequalled interior design with the fi nest amenities in South Manalapan’s sought-after “Gold Coast” estate area.800-575-0952 Price Upon Request

NEW JERSEY

GRANDVIEW ESTATES BEAUTYKinnelon, NJ—Professionally decorated throughout, this 6 bedroom, 4.5-bath beautiful house is truly a home with a wonderful fl oor plan ideal for casual living and formal entertaining. Gourmet kitchen, conservatory with mountain views and 2.3 acres of landscaped property. 800-575-0952 $1,425,000

CUSTOM FARMHOUSE WITH MODERN APPEALFranklin Twp, NJ—5-bedroom custom farmhouse is sited on over 115 lush acres with 2,000 feet of river frontage and rolling countryside and mountain views. This wonderful retreat incorporates rustic architectural details throughout and is ideal for year-round entertaining.800-575-0952 $1,795,000

INDIAN FOREST ESTATEWestfi eld, NJ—Stately 11-room Colonial on .7 acre with gracious entertain-ing rooms, eat-in kitchen with granite island, wood-paneled library and more. Set among towering oaks in desirable Indian Forest. Close to top-ranked schools and an easy commute to NYC.Frank D. Isoldi, Broker Sales Associate908-233-5555 $1,699,900

OUTSTANDING VICTORIAN MANSIONPlainfi eld, NJ—Extraordinary 34-room 1886 Victorian in Van Wyck Brooks Historic District, beautiful period details. This 15-bedroom, 11-bath home hosts 12,000 sq. ft. of living space, all completely restored. Four-family for extra income, or easily convert back to single family.Cynthia Alexander, Sales Associate908-233-0065 $1,600,000

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CUSTOM COUNTRY HOMEMiddletown, NJ—French Colonial country home on 2.6 acres with Navesink river docking rights. Offering 4 bedrooms, designer kitchen and fi nished basement with wine cellar. A commuter’s delight!800-575-0952 $1,499,000

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ELEGANCE AND COMFORTOld Westbury, NY—Exquisitely decorated by a famed Manhattan designer, this spectacular grand Colonial warmly celebrates stately splendor, including 8 bedrooms, 4.17 stunning acres, a pool and Jericho schools.866-283-9636 Price Upon Request

THE ULTIMATE CLASSICMuttontown, NY—Magnifi cent! This brick, 5-bedroom center-hall Colonial opulently crowns 2.77 elegantly gated, park-like acres. Enjoy 3 horse pad-docks, a sparkling in-ground pool and 6-car garages.866-283-9636 $2,998,000

SUPREME WATERFRONTSands Point, NY— Superb Manhattan skyline views over water are the unforgettable backdrop of this spectacular waterfront residence, on 2.92 stunning acres with a pool, cabana, decks, tennis court and dock.866-283-9636 $7,200,000

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COUNTRY COMPOUNDOld Westbury, NY—Pristine drama fi lls this luxuriously redone 5-bedroom residence with an opulent spa room and more amid 2 superb acres on a lovely street in the Jericho school area.866-283-9636 $2,998,000

PARADISE FOUNDOld Brookville, NY—Paradise found! Here 3.41 extraordinary acres with a pool, waterfall, pond, gazebo and sport court create an inspired setting for this magnifi cent 9,500-sq. ft. stone manor home.866-283-9636 $4,998,000

CUSTOM MAGNIFICENCERemsenburg, NY—Supremely custom, this magnifi cent 7-bedroom master-piece celebrates traditional excellence with every imaginable amenity, two master suites, a private guest wing, pool and more.866-283-9636 $3,195,000

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STONE HILL RARITYManhasset, NY—Rare perfection in a 24-hour gated community, this excep-tional, spacious Stone Hill residence includes an extraordinary 2-story living room, exquisite grounds and an in-ground pool.866-283-9636 $2,750,000

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ROYAL ELEGANCEGreat Neck, NY—This stately young Colonial epitomizes luxurious living. Custom architectural design is refl ected in the state-of-the-art chef ’s kitchen and dramatic formal rooms along with the impressive landscaped grounds.866-283-9636 $2,850,000

MODERN DRAMABrookville, NY—Bright, soaring, pristine: This 5-bedroom custom modern home openly enjoys striking design, an enormous deck, opulent master suite, a pool and 2.57 Jericho school district acres. 866-283-9636 $2,595,000

SPECTACULAR COLONIALGreat Neck, NY—This magnifi cent 6-bedroom Colonial enjoys the pool, tennis and clubhouse privileges of the enviable Harbor Hills, plus spacious elegance, staff quarters and a fabulous kitchen.866-283-9636 $2,200,000

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GRACEWOOD SUPREMEManhasset, NY—Spectacularly adjoining the Great Lawn of the splendid Gracewood clubhouse, this supreme 14-room Hamptons-style home is a decorator’s showcase with every imaginable amenity.866-283-9636 $2,995,000

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A RARE FINDDix Hills, NY—2 full acres crowned with ponds, a pool and 7,000+ sq. ft. of luxurious living. A grand entry, formal living room and dining room with fi replace, gourmet kitchen, pub room, home theater and 2 family rooms.866-283-9636 $2,300,000

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PLANDOME ELEGANCEManhasset, NY—Amid lush, spacious grounds, beautifully renovated elegance fi lls this gracious Plandome center-hall Colonial, with its elegant formal rooms, 5 bedrooms, offi ce, family room and more.866-283-9636 $1,825,000

TUDOR ELEGANCEManhasset, NY—On extraordinary park-like grounds in Strathmore Vanderbilt’s country club area, this elegantly gracious 6-bedroom Tudor is a masterpiece by a consummate design professional.866-283-9636 $1,995,000

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LUXURY AT THE LINKSNorth Hills, NY—In the gated Links community, this luxurious 3,600-sq. ft. freestanding ranch home enjoys superb formal rooms, an ultimate kitchen, main-level master, a gym, media room, offi ce and tranquil yard.866-283-9636 $1,749,000

CLASSIC AND STATELYGreat Neck, NY—This stately, spacious 6-bedroom Colonial boasts elegance, details, fi ne formal rooms, a grand entry, new eat-in kitchen, redone lower level and superb grounds in a coveted area.866-283-9636 $1,800,000

NEW YORK

LUXURIOUS WATERFRONTBabylon, NY—Spectacular award-winning architectural and landscaped designed 3-story residence offers 8,000 sq. ft. of gracious living with 6 bed-rooms, 7 baths, private beach, pool, 4 boat slips, 1.3 acres.866-283-9636 $1,999,900

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IDYLLIC DRAMAOld Westbury, NY—Magnifi cent copper beeches decorate the 2-acre cul-de-sac setting of this tranquilly dramatic 10-room residence, with its pool, pool house, privacy, stone fi replace and greenhouse wall.866-283-9636 $2,200,000

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DECORATOR’S SHOWCASENorth Hills, NY—This 4,400-sq. ft. designer’s own luxurious 5-bedroom home boasts a new kitchen, new baths, 2 fi replaces, a deck overlooking a glistening pond and a remarkable fi nished lower level in the gated Links community.866-283-9636 $1,678,000

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TRANQUIL ELEGANCEOld Westbury, NY—2.46 Jericho school acres on a quiet cul-de-sac surround 4 bedrooms and 2 dens, with a formal dining room and living room with fi replace, a pool and cabana set high upon a hill with circular driveway.866-283-9636 Price Upon Request

COUNTRY POINTEDix Hills, NY—On a lovely Country Pointe cul-de-sac, this elegantly pristine 5-bedroom residence enjoys a granite kitchen, opulent master suite, private yard, hot tub and many superb features.866-283-9636 $1,299,000

NEW YORK

INSIDE THE LINKSNorth Hills, NY— In The Links, a gated North Shore luxury community with pool, tennis and club privileges, this superb 4+ bedroom “Cromwell” stands separately on a desired interior location.866-283-9636 $1,748,000

LINKS MAGNIFICENCERoslyn, NY—The amenities of the luxurious, gated Links community ac-company this impressively beautiful, freestanding 4-bedroom “Regency” condominium townhome, 25 minutes from Manhattan.866-283-9636 $1,536,000

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GRACIOUS ELEGANCENorth Hills, NY—Enjoy the recreational facilities of The Links, a coveted gated community, where this 3,600-sq. ft. condominium townhome is beau-tifully designed from elegant entry to last detail.866-283-9636 $1,448,000

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SASCO HILL ESTATEFairfi eld, CT—Georgian-style estate in prestigious Sasco Hill with 21 rooms replete with period details. 4.57 acres of pristine grounds with guest house and views of Long Island Sound.Jessie Ferris800-767-0078 $5,195,000

A ROMANTIC HIDEAWAYGreenwich CT—Interior designer stone and shingle home in the mid-country with extensive modifi cations and additions, new kitchens, baths and pool, Crestron monitoring system and California Closets. Tamar Lurie 800-767-0078 $5,495,000

A TRANSCENDENT CLASSICWestport, CT—This casually elegant work of art is a peerless blend of vintage and modern, enviably equipped throughout, with resort-quality gardens, pool, spa and outdoor kitchen. Joni Usdan800-767-0078 $4,795,000

PERFECT COUNTRY RETREATGreenwich, CT—Refi ned elegance radiates throughout this expansive home with a magnifi cent great room and 7 double bedrooms, all with en suite baths, on 4+ gated park-like acres with pool, tennis court and guest house. Patricia Brecher800-767-0078 $4,995,000

OLD QUARRY WATERFRONTGuilford, CT—A Nantucket Shingle–style classic set on 3.68 acres is an unusual masterpiece of open design, warmed by fi replaces and thoroughly embracing the compelling presence of the sea. Joe Piscitelli800-767-0078 $4,900,000

ARCHITECTURAL DRAMADarien, CT—Extraordinary millwork and details embellish this 7,900-sq. ft. Colonial on 2 acres. A cherry paneled library, gourmet kitchen and 5 bedrooms en suite refl ect substance and style. Joan Gallagher800-767-0078 $5,300,000

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POT ISLAND MEADOW ESTATEBranford, CT—1880 former hotel on Pot Island in The Thimble Islands with 6,300 square feet, 11 bedrooms, 5½ baths, 1.71 island waterfront acres with great views, beach and potential deepwater dock.Joe Piscitelli800-767-0078 $4,450,000

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WATERFRONT RETREAT

Rye, NY—On gated Manursing Island, this waterfront retreat with Long Island Sound views features a gourmet kitchen, family room with stone fi replace, guest suite, private beach and dock rights.Sula Pearlman800-767-0078 $4,700,000

STERLING RIDGE ESTATEHarrison, NY—New Sterling Ridge estate featuring a mahogany library, fi rst fl oor master with spa-bath and family room opening to the gourmet kitchen. 1 acre with pool and outdoor kitchen.Michele C. Flood800-767-0078 $4,200,000

TIMELESS COUNTRY ESTATEWestport, CT—10,000± sq. ft. estate on 1.85 acres with 10-ft. ceilings, hand-crafted archways, mahogany library, 8 full and 2 half Euro baths and 5 en suite bedrooms including a master with dual baths. Gail Lilley Zawacki800-767-0078 $3,875,000

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Madison, CT—Beachfront home on Long Island Sound combines quality construction with exquisite design featuring a gourmet kitchen and 5 bed-rooms, including a master suite with seaside balcony.Lorey Walz and Meg Walz Newcomb800-767-0078 $3,600,000

EXCEPTIONAL ESTATENoank, CT —This almost-new estate with unrivaled waterfront views features a living room with stone fi replace, palatial master with private deck, fi nished lower level and private beach. Yolanda Carroll800-767-0078 $2,995,000

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MAJESTIC ESTATENew Canaan, CT—This magnifi cent estate with courtyard, pool and pond highlights grand living and dining rooms, a well-equipped kitchen, fi rst-fl oor master with terrace, and a wine room.Lauren Napoli-Burdo800-767-0078 $2,300,000

ENCHANTING & PRIVATE RETREATStamford, CT—On 2.44 private garden acres, this storybook, one-of-a-kind, 6,230-sq. ft. French Normandy Colonial lodge is a comfortably updated 1925 romantic gem. Jack Mulrooney800-767-0078 $2,749,000

MASTERFULLY CRAFTED COLONIALRye, NY—Spacious Colonial built in 2008 close to town. The exceptional layout features a gourmet kitchen, family room with fi replace and a master suite with dual walk-in closets. Kathryn Delaney800-767-0078 $2,495,000

HUDSON RIVER ALLUREDobbs Ferry, NY—Panoramic views of the Hudson River and the Palisades are enjoyed from this duplex penthouse with high ceilings, limestone fl oors, a gourmet kitchen and up to 5 bedrooms.Therese Militana Valvano 800-767-0078 $2,500,000

MANATUCK FARMWeston, CT—A unique blend of antiquity and 21st-century living, this tastefully renovated home is on 4 acres with a horse barn, cottage, pool, vegetable gardens and slate patio with fi replace. KMS Partners800-767-0078 $2,749,000

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ARCHITECTURAL ELEGANCEBedford, NY—Victorian Colonial built in 2001 to the highest quality. French doors, dentil and crown moldings formalize the gracious interior. On 10 private acres with a stone terrace. Lucille Liang800-767-0078 $2,095,000

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AN UNCOMPROMISING WATERFRONT SETTINGClinton, CT—Unsurpassed waterfront panoramas encompass this 9-room home. French doors open to a 3-tiered deck over the water for consummate entertaining and blissful seaside repose. Steve Adkins and Wendy Hopwood800-767-0078 $1,875,000

WATERFRONT ARCHITECTURAL DISTINCTION Fairfi eld, CT— Contemporary home on Long Island Sound with walls of glass for unrivaled panoramas. Dramatic living spaces, a gourmet kitchen and dock potential offer the ultimate shoreline lifestyle. Kimberly Gomes800-767-0078 $1,825,000

STRANDHOLMGroton Long Point, CT—Universally accessible 3-level home with deep-water channel access and a private beach featuring an elevator, open-concept kitchen, 4 bedrooms, a roof deck and water views throughout. Yolanda Carroll800-767-0078 $1,875,000

TIMELESS ELEGANCEMadison, CT—Walk to the beach from this stately Federal. The elegance of the past with modern quality of today: This 4,086-sq. ft. home has the best of both worlds. Lorey Walz and Meg Walz Newcomb800-767-0078 $1,700,000

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An architect’s gamble pays off with a Shelter Island showcase

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WHEN IAN MCDONALD MOVED FROM Manhattan to tiny Shelter Is-land, he had visions of a simple farmhouse befitting the area’s rich rural history. But the home he built there wasn’t for his own use. Instead, the architect wanted a portfolio showcase that would serve as the foundation of his new eponymous firm. So even with-out a buyer secured, McDonald purchased 1.1 acres and built a nearly 3,000-square-foot farmhouse—what he calls a “quintessen-tial Shelter Island residence” with roots in the early 20th century.

“There was a lot of financial risk,” he says of his company’s first complete residential project, “but the house was the best adver-tising for a new office.”

And it was a gamble that paid off, with a buyer, new clients, numerous inquiries and the Vetter Inspired Project Award for Best Custom Home (less than 3,000 square feet), which was judged by members of the Boston Society of Architects.

The buyer was Jim Offutt, vice president of Coach factory stores, who was drawn by the casualness of McDonald’s design. The home also reminded Offutt of the farmhouse in the South where his mother was raised. An avid boater, the Manhattan resident had been looking for what he describes as “a laid-back, friendly place with a country feel and access to water.” And thanks to McDon-ald, he found it.

The architect replicated themes found in typical Shelter Island farmhouses, which feature a main house, a porch and other de-tached additions or barn-like structures. His version includes four bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms and a wraparound porch, as well as a barn, which is used as a garage.

“Even though I scaled this farmhouse up for contemporary use, I was trying to make it look old and like it had been added onto,” says McDonald, who considers himself a contextualist. “A lot of people can’t believe it’s new construction.”

Indeed, clever design tricks create an aged effect starting right at the front door. The off-the-shelf item was dressed with a ma-hogany sill to make it look traditional. And instead of clad win-dows, McDonald chose a Vetter wood for a more old-fashioned look. Inside, he used beams procured from an old factory in Kings-ton, New York, and a Rumford fireplace, surround and threshold were constructed from reclaimed brick. The floors are made of 4-inch-wide white oak planks with a Jacobean fi nish. In the kitchen, shaker-style Plain & Fancy cabinetry, inset doors and a green slate countertop are classic touches.

Still, the residence has a contemporary flavor, with almost ev-ery room painted a different color. Adjacent to a simple staircase,

ARCHITECTURE BY IAN MCDONALD

TEXT BY KEITH FLAMER

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JEFF HEATLEY

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“Even though I scaled this farmhouse up for contemporary use, I was trying to make

it look old and like it had been added onto.”

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the entry hall appears larger, with two large pocket doors flanking the main-floor master suite. This “flex room” is suitable for a den, office or first-floor bedroom.

Throughout, McDonald experimented with natural light, dimensions, depth and perception. Ceiling heights are juggled to evoke different ex-periences. While the living room showcases a 16-foot cathedral ceiling, the first floor’s height drops to 9 feet and the powder room and kitchen goes down to 8 feet to set the tone for a more intimate feel. And mul-tiple windows in virtually every room guarantee brightness.

It’s a contemporary take on the traditions passed down through gen-erations of Shelter Island residents. And even a newcomer can appreci-ate that history.

Says Offutt, “The house has simply surpassed all my expectations.”

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Plans for this new-construction Shelter Island home were based on the traditional architecture of the area’s farmhouses.

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divine intervention

An architect saves an Allendale home from darkness

ARCHITECTURE BY MODESTE SOBOLTA

INTERIOR DESIGN BY PATTI SMITH

TEXT BY KEITH FLAMER

PHOTOGRAPHY BY MELABEE M. MILLER

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NO ONE WOULD MISTAKE the large home on Powell Road in Allendale, New Jersey, for a cathedral. But certain similarities are there: a dramatic peaked rooftop, a clerestory, high ceilings, fresco paintings and enough windows to show residents the light.

It was sunshine, not religion, that inspired architect Modeste Sobolta, principal of Elkin/Sobolta & Associates in Rutherford, to transform the previously traditional Swiss chalet–style home. His contemporary, free-fl owing design invites natural light to bless the 15-room structure, which features six bedrooms and four bathrooms in 5,500 square feet of living space.

The owners—a married couple with four boys—wanted more openness, so Sobolta intro-duced many enhanced-view features: large geometric windows, light-refl ecting mirrors and a clerestory. He even turned the house around, moving the front entrance from the street to a tree-lined side. Now when visitors step into the center foyer, they can enjoy clear views of the living room to the right and the dining room to the left. The unobstructed sight line from one side of the home to the other was achieved by eliminating barrier walls between the spaces.

Adjacent to one side of the dining room is the kitchen, which leads into a breakfast nook and sitting area. On the other side is a great room with 24-foot ceilings featuring a solid timber frame and exposed beams and trusses. It quickly became a favorite of the family’s and used often for entertaining, including an annual Christmas party. The space—along with the sitting area and

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The breakfast nook incorporates large windows overlooking the 2-acre property. The eating space fl ows from the kitchen into a sitting area.

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dining room—overlooks the patio, pool and 2 acres of land. “One of the challenges was to open the back of the home so that the family could take advan-

tage of the views and more light,” explains Sobolta, who also eliminated a freestanding garage that blocked the backyard view, relocating it underneath the great room. “Because of the setting, we placed the majority of large windows in the rear overlooking the rest of the property. It brings the outside into the house.”

Designer Patti Smith of P. Smith and Company in Ridgewood fi lled the interior with soft, unclut-tered accents and streamlined furniture to complement the fl ow of the home’s open architecture.

“I like a clean look with surprises like the oval buffet mirrors and the striped chairs on the subtle geometric carpet,” she says.

The modern design continues in the downstairs master suite, where the bed sits rotunda-style beneath a tray ceiling with discreet lighting and prominent draperies. A similar octagonal tray ceiling rests above the master bathtub, which is anchored by a semi-octagon of vertical windows.

Upstairs, the original “maze of bedrooms with a hallway down the middle,” as Sobolta describes it, was completely leveled. In its place, four bedrooms are neatly tucked in the corners of the house. On one side between two bedrooms is a guest room with a large oval window that sits over the front entrance, and there’s a study inside one of the home’s multiple hipped dormers. Between the two bedrooms on the other side are bathrooms.

Dual hallways wrap around a central overlook, with views down to the fi rst-fl oor alcove or up to the 35-foot-high clerestory. There, the ceiling features a reproduction of the Sistine Chapel fresco “The Creation of Adam.” Illuminated by light-refl ecting windows and mirrors, the image also can be seen from the fi rst fl oor, where another wall is adorned with a fresco mural, this one of Venice.

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“I like surprises like the oval buffet mirrors and the striped chairs

on the subtle geometric carpet”

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The great room of this Allendale, New Jersey, home now features a 24-foot ceiling with exposed-wood framing, trusses, beams and planks.

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grounds for approval

Friendly inspiration sets a garden

growing in Greenwich

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WHEN GOD HANDED DOWN THE commandment not to covet another person’s land, He couldn’t possibly have meant to include their gar-dens. If He had, then perhaps we’d all be condemned. Who hasn’t envied, at one time or another, a neighbor’s brilliant arrangement of perennials or a shower of roses cascading from an arbor? Or even a stately procession of trees?

The object of a Greenwich, Connecticut, homeowner’s desire was a particularly colorful border in the garden of her good friend, landscape architect Susan Cohen. The homeowner had long admired Cohen’s in-souciant mix of pinks, purples and blues. So when she and her husband built a shingle-style house overlooking Long Island Sound, she knew ex-actly whom to turn to. “We had the same vision of a garden,” says the homeowner. “Simple, fl owing, soft colors.”

Cohen—who worked on the property’s landscape design together with architect Robert Lamb Hart of New York—planned for her friend what is essentially a larger version of her own border garden. But while the plantings clearly bear Cohen’s signature, they also refl ect the desires and tastes of the homeowner, who is Swedish.

In fact, the homeowner invited Cohen to accompany her to Swe-den to see some of her favorite Scandinavian gardens.

They visited palaces, country gardens and even Stockholm’s Skogs-kyrkogården (the Woodland Cemetery), which is world-renowned for its landscape architecture. Together they admired one garden in particular that sloped down toward the sea.“I told her, ‘This is exactly the feeling you’re going to have overlooking the garden at your house,’” Cohen re-calls. “And she replied, ‘That’s why I wanted you to come to Sweden.’”

Construction took about three years to complete. One of Co-hen’s challenges was designing the slope leading from the house down to the water. That’s where she decided to install the soft-hued medley of shrubs and fl owers that includes Bonica roses, coreopsis, blue salvias, Alchemilla mollis, Six Hills Giant nepeta and Johnson’s Blue geraniums. The garden traces the rear of the house, fanning out into a shallow S-curve that averages 20 feet in

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LANDSCAPE DESIGN BY SUSAN COHEN

TEXT BY DENISE DIFULCO

PHOTOGRAPHY BY BETSY PINOVER SCHIFF

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“The size of the garden had to balance the

size of the house. It had to be a

big gesture. You couldn’t just have

a few fl owers.”

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depth. Pink New Dawn roses clothe a tall stone wall behind the garden.“The size of the garden had to balance the size of the house,” the designer says. “It had to be a big

gesture. You couldn’t just have a few fl owers.”To create a terrace on the other side of the house, Cohen erected a low curved stone wall, raising

the grade of the lawn and making it level. From the bluestone patio, it’s a short saunter to the adja-cent outdoor spa. Both social areas feature soft-gray powder-coated metal furniture by McKinnon and Harris—an elegant and formal counterpoint to the garden’s casual air.

The area beyond the spa along the back of the house is fi lled with one of Cohen’s favorite plant palettes: Blue Princess holly, Cunningham White rhododendron and native dogwood. Pachysandra ground cover weaves together the plantings.

“I like that I can stand on my balconies and look down on the garden,” the homeowner says. It’s much the same way she and Cohen looked down upon that garden along the Swedish coast.

But the thing that is most special to her about her garden, she says, is that “it was designed by my friend.”

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A lawn sloping down to the Long Island Sound creates a perfect canvas for a soft-hued medley of fl owers and shrubs.

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DESIGNERS WORK WITH what they’ve got, and when they’ve got glory, the good ones let it shine. That’s the challenge Galo Verdesoto faced recently when asked to design a Central Park West apartment with stunning views of the park and Manhattan’s skyline through tall French doors with juliet balconies outside.

The homeowners, both longtime New Yorkers, yearned to live in a high-rise with Central Park and city views—so much so that they waited nearly a year for an opening in a building that offered both. The 17th-fl oor fi nd had a classic confi guration of four bed-rooms, four bathrooms, a dining room, gallery, plus entry foyer—and a blank canvas. On all sides, instead of windows, there were 20 original French doors, most with fl anking glass inserts.

“The clients like both classic and modern, and I’m not afraid

to mix the two,” explains Verdesoto, principal of the Manhattan fi rm that bears his name. “It creates tension, which works here because there is enough space between the pieces.”

Verdesoto’s solution for the ethereal 3,000-square-foot space was to keep the background quiet, with photographer’s white paint on the walls and microshades mounted on the French doors. This created a blank continuum that is interrupted only by the greenery and cityscape that shine through the glass doors. He then juxtaposed pieces from different design periods to make the spaces sing.

The master bedroom blends a 19th-century Swedish sleigh bed with a cream leather Dakota Jackson chaise longue, Dong-hia end tables and a midcentury J. Adnet table. A 1950s Italian

INTERIOR DESIGN BY GALO VERDESOTO DESIGN

TEXT BY DEBBIE BOLLA

PHOTOGRAPHY BY PAUL WHICHELOE

the view’sthe thingAn elegant

fl oor-through highlights a Central Park

panorama

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metal, wood and glass dining table paired with Greek-inspired vintage walnut chairs creates an elegant formal dining area. For the adjacent living room, the designer grouped custom up-holstered seating from couture sofas, a French deco coffee table, a 19th-century Scandinavian lamp and an original Edward S. Curtis print from the early 20th century.

The designer pulled the project together in a mere nine months—less time than it took the homeowners to fi nd the place. The serene inte-rior now pays proper homage to its inspiration: the views of Central Park and the city.

“It’s the mix of things that makes it interest-ing,” says Verdesoto, “just like the city.”

“The clients like both classic and modern, and I’m not afraid to mix the two.”

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AZUMA SUSHI

Fresh fish reigns supreme for the sushi purist

at this Japanese mecca. Somewhat stark

décor lets the authentic preparations shine,

and fans say it’s as close to Tokyo as you can

get without a plane ticket. 219 East Hartsdale

Avenue, Hartsdale, NY; 914-725-0660

BARCELONA RESTAURANT ANDWINE BAR

Taste the flavors of Spain and Portugal with a

sampling of tapas, like warm octopus salad

and chorizo with sweet and sour figs. Those

with bigger appetites can enjoy entrées such

as paella and churrasco. 63 North Main Street,

South Norwalk, CT; 203-899-0088

BLUE HILL AT STONE BARNS

Fresh ingredients straight from the former

Rockefeller farm are the stars at this New

American restaurant. A converted barn is the

setting for prix fixe meals that change with

the four seasons. 630 Bedford Road,

Pocantico Hills, NY; 914-366-9600

BUFFET DE LA GARE

Owners Gwenael and Annie Goulet bring a

bit of France stateside with classic bistro fare.

The quaint setting features a 100-year-old oak

bar, but the dishes like cassoulet and escargot

are the real draw. 155 Southside Avenue,

Hastings-on-Hudson, NY; 914-478-1671

CHING’S TABLE

Fare that’s truly fusion is on the menu here,

where duck fajitas get an Asian twist with

shiitake mushrooms. Dumplings are served up

several ways, and noodle dishes never

disappoint. 64 Main Street, New Canaan, CT;

203-972-2830

COROMANDEL

It may be named after the southeast coast of

India, but this spot explores cuisine from

across that country, showcasing the diverse

spices and styles of cooking. Orders are

adapted to each diner's heat tolerance.

30 Division Street, New Rochelle, NY;

914-235-8390

CRABTREE’S KITTLE HOUSE

Dine on New American dishes at this long-

time favorite that features an award-winning

wine list. Décor inspired by the 19th century

complements the inn's beautiful grounds.

Enjoy live jazz in the tap room. 11 Kittle Road,

Chappaqua, NY; 914-666-8044

DRESSING ROOM, A HOMEGROWNRESTAURANT

Chef Michel Nischan goes organic, using local

farmer’s market ingredients in his comfort

creations like pot roast and chicken and

dumplings. A fieldstone fireplace and wood-

en beams add to the country charm. 27

Powers Court, Westport, CT; 203-226-1114

EMILIO RISTORANTE

Start with a selection from the antipasto cart

before enjoying homemade pasta and sea-

sonal Italian specials from this 30-year-old

favorite. The Colonial house setting ensures a

romantic dinner. 1 Colonial Place, Harrison,

NY; 914-835-3100

EQUUS

Superb cuisine with an environ to match. New

American and French meet in an 1897 stone

castle set on a hill overlooking the Hudson

River. Three dining spaces, the Garden Room,

Oak Room and Tapestry Room, lend a differ-

ent feel. 400 Benedict Avenue, Tarrytown, NY;

914-631-3646

JEAN-LOUIS

Referring to his style as “la nouvelle clas-

sique,” chef Jean-Louis Gerin brings a mod-

ern eye to French classics. His efforts have

won him the James Beard Award for Best

Chef in the Northeast. 61 Lewis Street,

Greenwich, CT; 203-622-8450

LA CREMAILLERE

A converted 1750 farmhouse serves as a

backdrop for elegant French country cuisine.

A world-class wine cellar pairs perfectly with

the constantly changing menu. Don’t miss the

house ice creams and sorbets. 46 Bedford-

Banksville Road, Bedford, NY; 914-234-9647

LA PANETIERE

Jackets are required for this elegant French

restaurant in a country inn–type setting.

Prepare for a contemporary take on carefully

crafted, classic fare. Owner Jacques Loupiac

sets the tone for the gracious service. 530

Milton Road, Rye, NY; 914-967-8140

LUCA RISTORANTE ITALIANO

This small space turns out big Italian flavors,

and diners delight in homemade pasta and

specialties like osso bucco. The wine list is as

extensive as the menu. 142 Old Ridgefield

Road, Wilton, CT; 203-563-9550

MALABAR HILL

Favorites like tandoori chicken and lamb

vindaloo share menu space here with lesser-

known southern Indian specialties.

Vegetarians and vegans enjoy numerous

options as well. 145 East Main Street,

Elmsford, NY; 914-347-7890

MULINO’S OF WESTCHESTER

Tradition lives on with northern Italian fare

served in an old world atmosphere. Offerings

include rigatoni in a homemade bolognese

sauce and sautéed veal with porcini mush-

rooms and white truffle butter. 99 Court

Street, White Plains, NY; 914-761-1818

SONORA

Ceviche, paella and tapas are all up for order

at this Nuevo Latino spot, with margaritas

and mojitos to match. Finish with

a dessert sweetened by dulce de leche.

179 Rectory Street, Port Chester, NY;

914-933-0200

SPLASH

A wraparound deck of a historic inn overlook-

ing the Saugatuck is the perfect spot to enjoy

fresh seafood, including pan-roasted lobster

and ceviche three ways. Don’t miss the popu-

lar Sunday brunch. 260 Compo Road South,

Westport, CT; 203-454-7798

SUSHI MIKE’S

Inventive rolls and imaginative specials spice

up the menu at this tiny Japanese spot. From

teriyaki to tempura to tekka maki, dishes

appeal to a variety of palates. Live jazz on

Mondays adds to the fun. 146 Main Street,

Dobbs Ferry, NY; 914-591-0054

TELLURIDE

Southwestern is the name of the game here,

and you’ll find offerings fresh from the range,

including pork chops and rack of lamb. There

are also plenty of salad and pizza options. 245

Bedford Street, Stamford, CT; 203-357-7679

TENGDA ASIAN BISTRO

Take your pick from the pan-Asian dishes

inspired by Thailand, China and Japan, with

offerings that include pad thai and sushi. The

trendy scene is fueled by exotic drinks and

flights of sake. 286 Katonah Avenue, Katonah,

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Title: ST49_Shelly_NYSpacesAdMechanical Size:

Bleed: 8.5” x 11.125”Trim: 8.375” x 10.875”

Color: 4CInsertion Date: November, 2009

Publication: NY Spaces

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