Connecticut Designers You Should Know
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1/21At Amy Aidinis Hirsch, they believe that great design is where dedication, creativity and expertise meet. They undertake every design project as a guide and curator for their client, researching and seeking out the most innovative, vibrant treatments and finishes that will be the best possible fit. The result is an original and sophisticated environment with start-to-finish attention to detail, designed with the individual client in mind.
203.661.1266 / amyhirsch.comAt Amy Aidinis Hirsch, they believe that great design is where dedication, creativity and expertise meet. They undertake every design project as a guide and curator for their client, researching and seeking out the most innovative, vibrant treatments and finishes that will be the best possible fit. The result is an original and sophisticated environment with start-to-finish attention to detail, designed with the individual client in mind.
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2/21Antonella Designs specializes in innovative residential design and construction, bringing fresh updated looks to dated spaces. Antonella has been a creative force in Fairfield and Westchester Counties remodeling for 20 years with happy clients ranging from basic remodels to impressive additions. Antonella listens closely to her clients and transforms ideas into realistic designs. Antonella manages the building process from the initial design concept through project completion, achieving the most cohesive, innovative results—making the entire process fun and stress-free.
914.588.8740 / antonelladesigns.comAntonella Designs specializes in innovative residential design and construction, bringing fresh updated looks to dated spaces. Antonella has been a creative force in Fairfield and Westchester Counties remodeling for 20 years with happy clients ranging from basic remodels to impressive additions. Antonella listens closely to her clients and transforms ideas into realistic designs. Antonella manages the building process from the initial design concept through project completion, achieving the most cohesive, innovative results—making the entire process fun and stress-free.
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3/21C² Limited is an award-winning boutique design practice located in Fairfield’s Town Center, specializing in hospitality and resort-residential properties. Their team of talented designers are led by co-creative directors, and founding partners, Christina H. Romann and Craig J. Smith. Recognized for creating extraordinary designs in extraordinary locations for people living extraordinary lives, Smith and Romann have completed projects in Manhattan, Long Island, Cape Cod, Bermuda, Jamaica, Turks & Caicos, Jackson Hole, WY and Sea Island, GA.
203.259.2555 / c2limited.comC² Limited is an award-winning boutique design practice located in Fairfield’s Town Center, specializing in hospitality and resort-residential properties. Their team of talented designers are led by co-creative directors, and founding partners, Christina H. Romann and Craig J. Smith. Recognized for creating extraordinary designs in extraordinary locations for people living extraordinary lives, Smith and Romann have completed projects in Manhattan, Long Island, Cape Cod, Bermuda, Jamaica, Turks & Caicos, Jackson Hole, WY and Sea Island, GA.
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4/21Caroline Kopp is the next hot designer to watch in Fairfield County. With a prestigious background working under design icons like Thomas O’Brien, Victoria Hagan and Foley & Cox, Kopp recently moved from Manhattan to Westport and is quickly gaining attention in Connecticut for her discerning taste and timeless style. Caroline Kopp Interior Design offers full-service design but with a collaborative approach that makes for a seamless and fun design process.
917.797.9756 / carolinekopp.comCaroline Kopp is the next hot designer to watch in Fairfield County. With a prestigious background working under design icons like Thomas O’Brien, Victoria Hagan and Foley & Cox, Kopp recently moved from Manhattan to Westport and is quickly gaining attention in Connecticut for her discerning taste and timeless style. Caroline Kopp Interior Design offers full-service design but with a collaborative approach that makes for a seamless and fun design process.
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5/21D2 Interieurs is an award-winning interior design firm based in Fairfield County with a focus on high-end residential design.
Owned and founded by Denise Davies, she works with a talented team that has a funky hip vision, which results in creating modern, sophisticated and colorful homes.
D2 Interieurs portfolio encompasses a variety of residential homes where they have successfully applied a clients individual style to highly functional and professionally designed environments.
646.326.7048 / d2interieurs.comD2 Interieurs is an award-winning interior design firm based in Fairfield County with a focus on high-end residential design.
Owned and founded by Denise Davies, she works with a talented team that has a funky hip vision, which results in creating modern, sophisticated and colorful homes.
D2 Interieurs portfolio encompasses a variety of residential homes where they have successfully applied a clients individual style to highly functional and professionally designed environments.
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6/21Megan Wunderlich, Founder and Principle Designer at DesignDot loves to share her company’s philosophy and value. She explains “Our mission at DesignDot is simple. “We give our clients the gift of design.” As a company, DesignDot’s approach is service-based and provides each client with a comfortable means of purchasing goods under the careful guidance of trained professionals, including an extended team of independent designers in Fairfield County and New York City.”
203.449.6993 / thedesigndot.comMegan Wunderlich, Founder and Principle Designer at DesignDot loves to share her company’s philosophy and value. She explains “Our mission at DesignDot is simple. “We give our clients the gift of design.” As a company, DesignDot’s approach is service-based and provides each client with a comfortable means of purchasing goods under the careful guidance of trained professionals, including an extended team of independent designers in Fairfield County and New York City.”
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7/21Welcome to GLDesign where laid back coastal vibes meet timeless chic living. Inspired by a childhood spent on the coast of France and a wanderlust fed by New England shorelines, California dreams and pastel Florida seascapes, founder Gaelle Dudley weaves beach living into each client’s lifestyle. Whether designing interiors or exteriors, renovating or new construction, the coast is never far from the heart of every project. Each vision comes to life using the finest quality materials, bold splashes of color and always with clients’ family needs in mind. At GLDesign they believe one should always “Live Beautifully.”
203.554.0585 / livegldesign.comWelcome to GLDesign where laid back coastal vibes meet timeless chic living. Inspired by a childhood spent on the coast of France and a wanderlust fed by New England shorelines, California dreams and pastel Florida seascapes, founder Gaelle Dudley weaves beach living into each client’s lifestyle. Whether designing interiors or exteriors, renovating or new construction, the coast is never far from the heart of every project. Each vision comes to life using the finest quality materials, bold splashes of color and always with clients’ family needs in mind. At GLDesign they believe one should always “Live Beautifully.”
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8/21Internationally-celebrated interior designer Francine Gardner, founder of Intérieurs, has recently opened Intérieurs Design Studio at 238 East Putnam Avenue in Greenwich!
The French-born designer curates rooms that exude modern, soulful living. Her designs offer a unique, globally-inspired aesthetic that artfully blends the present with the past to create harmonious elegant living environments. The studio offers a full-range of services from design consultation to full design project developments nationally and internationally. A favorite of the press, Francine’s work has appeared in more than 40 publications.
212.343.0800 / interieursdesignstudio.comInternationally-celebrated interior designer Francine Gardner, founder of Intérieurs, has recently opened Intérieurs Design Studio at 238 East Putnam Avenue in Greenwich!
The French-born designer curates rooms that exude modern, soulful living. Her designs offer a unique, globally-inspired aesthetic that artfully blends the present with the past to create harmonious elegant living environments. The studio offers a full-range of services from design consultation to full design project developments nationally and internationally. A favorite of the press, Francine’s work has appeared in more than 40 publications.
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9/21JKC&D is a new decorative hardware company founded by Jessica Kagan Cushman and Judy Dimon and manufactured in the New York area. The company launched in May 2016 and the innovative and refreshing designs were immediately well received. Along with mixing unexpected materials to fashion uniquely artistic yet functional hardware, JKC&D has a philanthropic component: 50 percent of the profits from JKC&D will help fund programs that provide career pathways for students in the South Bronx.
203.544.4002 / jkcandd.comJKC&D is a new decorative hardware company founded by Jessica Kagan Cushman and Judy Dimon and manufactured in the New York area. The company launched in May 2016 and the innovative and refreshing designs were immediately well received. Along with mixing unexpected materials to fashion uniquely artistic yet functional hardware, JKC&D has a philanthropic component: 50 percent of the profits from JKC&D will help fund programs that provide career pathways for students in the South Bronx.
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10/21Jody Deluca Designs, LLC located in Darien, CT is a full-service interior design firm with an outstanding reputation built on top-quality results and customer satisfaction. Jody Deluca, an allied ASID member, takes great pride in tailoring each project to her clients’ specific lifestyles. Completed projects include homes in Fairfield and Westchester Counties, Vero Beach, Manhattan, Martha’s Vineyard and Narragansett.
203.962.3453 / jodydeluca.comJody Deluca Designs, LLC located in Darien, CT is a full-service interior design firm with an outstanding reputation built on top-quality results and customer satisfaction. Jody Deluca, an allied ASID member, takes great pride in tailoring each project to her clients’ specific lifestyles. Completed projects include homes in Fairfield and Westchester Counties, Vero Beach, Manhattan, Martha’s Vineyard and Narragansett.
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11/21Bold and colorful or textural and serene—great design can be expressed in many ways. Karen Bow’s aesthetic is somewhat universal—if you can appreciate details, there is something for just about every style. Guiding clients in honing their vision is their first and foremost goal. Consistently making good design decisions and choices is what enables you to live in a home that speaks to you, is uniquely yours—and simply put—makes you happy when you are in it! That is what Karen Bow Interiors does best.
914.953.1517 / karenbow.comBold and colorful or textural and serene—great design can be expressed in many ways. Karen Bow’s aesthetic is somewhat universal—if you can appreciate details, there is something for just about every style. Guiding clients in honing their vision is their first and foremost goal. Consistently making good design decisions and choices is what enables you to live in a home that speaks to you, is uniquely yours—and simply put—makes you happy when you are in it! That is what Karen Bow Interiors does best.
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12/21Described as timeless, sophisticated and unique, they pride themselves on creating homes clients can truly connect with...and love. Krista Fox Interiors takes the time to listen to a client’s journey, understand their needs and then deliver an authentic space that is uniquely theirs. With projects in all areas of the country, they know how to efficiently execute any project at any size and enhance the style with details that elevate the design...making it even better than one imagined!
203.594.9161 / kristafoxinteriors.comDescribed as timeless, sophisticated and unique, they pride themselves on creating homes clients can truly connect with...and love. Krista Fox Interiors takes the time to listen to a client’s journey, understand their needs and then deliver an authentic space that is uniquely theirs. With projects in all areas of the country, they know how to efficiently execute any project at any size and enhance the style with details that elevate the design...making it even better than one imagined!
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13/21Praised amongst a select and loyal clientele, Linherr Hollingsworth and her team have extensive experience producing high-end residential interiors. Collaborating closely with architects, builders and custom craftsmen, the LH team ensures that both function and aesthetic work in harmony.
Following a successful career in fashion, Linherr combines her innate sense of style and keen eye for detail to create unique and timeless interiors that are known for calm, refined and understated glamour.
Linherr is also a prolific product designer soon to launch, Bohème, her first Lifestyle Collection with Kravet in the fall of 2016.
203.299.1327 / linherrhollingsworth.comPraised amongst a select and loyal clientele, Linherr Hollingsworth and her team have extensive experience producing high-end residential interiors. Collaborating closely with architects, builders and custom craftsmen, the LH team ensures that both function and aesthetic work in harmony.
Following a successful career in fashion, Linherr combines her innate sense of style and keen eye for detail to create unique and timeless interiors that are known for calm, refined and understated glamour.
Linherr is also a prolific product designer soon to launch, Bohème, her first Lifestyle Collection with Kravet in the fall of 2016.
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14/21For more than 15 years, Pamela Goodwin has been creating beautiful interiors for a diverse clientele throughout Fairfield County, Manhattan and Long Island.
PGHD is a full-service design firm priding itself on exceptional service, products and attention to detail. Whether an existing space or in collaboration with an architect, PGHD incorporates functional and fresh designs with a nod to the project’s individual character. Services include all aspects of interior space planning, window treatments, furniture, lighting, fabrics and kitchen and bathroom makeovers.
203.722.1573For more than 15 years, Pamela Goodwin has been creating beautiful interiors for a diverse clientele throughout Fairfield County, Manhattan and Long Island.
PGHD is a full-service design firm priding itself on exceptional service, products and attention to detail. Whether an existing space or in collaboration with an architect, PGHD incorporates functional and fresh designs with a nod to the project’s individual character. Services include all aspects of interior space planning, window treatments, furniture, lighting, fabrics and kitchen and bathroom makeovers.
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15/21Robin’s interiors defy quick categorization using a sophisticated mix of textures and shapes, creating simplicity out of complexity and strength through subtlety. With attention to detail, rooms are elegantly understated. Maintaining interior, architectural integrity is always a priority. In this technological age, it is even more important that one’s home become a place of respite. This is achieved through the discipline of restraint, simple lines and balanced composition. They are full-service interior design firm with an award-winning architect on staff.
203.454.1825 / robinmcgarry.comRobin’s interiors defy quick categorization using a sophisticated mix of textures and shapes, creating simplicity out of complexity and strength through subtlety. With attention to detail, rooms are elegantly understated. Maintaining interior, architectural integrity is always a priority. In this technological age, it is even more important that one’s home become a place of respite. This is achieved through the discipline of restraint, simple lines and balanced composition. They are full-service interior design firm with an award-winning architect on staff.
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16/21Sheridan Interiors has been providing exceptional design services to the residents of Fairfield County and beyond for more than 30 years. They have one of the largest resource libraries in the area as well as a retail showroom. The designers at Sheridan Interiors pride themselves on listening to their clients so that they can create the home you have always dreamed of. Let them find your style from modern to transitional to traditional.
203.762.2888 / sheridaninteriors.comSheridan Interiors has been providing exceptional design services to the residents of Fairfield County and beyond for more than 30 years. They have one of the largest resource libraries in the area as well as a retail showroom. The designers at Sheridan Interiors pride themselves on listening to their clients so that they can create the home you have always dreamed of. Let them find your style from modern to transitional to traditional.
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17/21Stephanie Rapp designs classic modern interiors with a fresh point of view by using clean lines and a refined style.
Her spaces are inviting and engaging and reflect each client’s personality and lifestyle. By connecting with clients to tailor each project to their specific needs, Stephanie Rapp Interiors offers interior design, project management, renovation and construction consultation services for primary and vacation homes.
Stephanie acts as creative visionary and facilitator for her clients in all stages of their lives at home, from new investors to busy families to empty nesters.
203.216.5835 / stephanierappinteriors.comStephanie Rapp designs classic modern interiors with a fresh point of view by using clean lines and a refined style.
Her spaces are inviting and engaging and reflect each client’s personality and lifestyle. By connecting with clients to tailor each project to their specific needs, Stephanie Rapp Interiors offers interior design, project management, renovation and construction consultation services for primary and vacation homes.
Stephanie acts as creative visionary and facilitator for her clients in all stages of their lives at home, from new investors to busy families to empty nesters.
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18/21Terri Ricci is a full-service boutique design studio which grew out of its founder’s passion and experience in crafting timeless, modern lifestyles. Inspired by natural materials, tonal color palettes and multi-dimensional layering, Ricci has an unparalleled ability to source the perfect find for any space while capturing the essence of the client’s personality and lifestyle.
Having more than 20 years of interior design experience, her portfolio includes residential and commercial projects for a highly coveted clientele in entertainment and business.
203.642.3202 / terriricci.comTerri Ricci is a full-service boutique design studio which grew out of its founder’s passion and experience in crafting timeless, modern lifestyles. Inspired by natural materials, tonal color palettes and multi-dimensional layering, Ricci has an unparalleled ability to source the perfect find for any space while capturing the essence of the client’s personality and lifestyle.
Having more than 20 years of interior design experience, her portfolio includes residential and commercial projects for a highly coveted clientele in entertainment and business.
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19/21Tiger Lily’s is all custom. Their stamp means hand built by a local artisan team centrally located in Greenwich. That’s not to say they don’t travel; Wellington, Mustique, Martha’s Vineyard, Harbour Island, LA. Tiger Lily’s is foremost a family business which comes with a general understanding that home life is their priority. They know their clients intimately. A world class workroom, curated selection of designer fabrics, a generational design team experienced with home renovations, that is Tiger Lily’s, this is their bloom.
203.629.6510 / tigerlilysgreenwich.comTiger Lily’s is all custom. Their stamp means hand built by a local artisan team centrally located in Greenwich. That’s not to say they don’t travel; Wellington, Mustique, Martha’s Vineyard, Harbour Island, LA. Tiger Lily’s is foremost a family business which comes with a general understanding that home life is their priority. They know their clients intimately. A world class workroom, curated selection of designer fabrics, a generational design team experienced with home renovations, that is Tiger Lily’s, this is their bloom.
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20/21Sarah Weiland, Interior Designer, Allied ASID. Tusk is a high-end, full-service interior design firm specializing in all aspects of the residential and commercial design process. Weiland is known for her modern, fresh approach while maintaining simplicity and a crisp aesthetic. Tusk’s portfolio includes designs for every room, from sophisticated living rooms to custom kitchens, bathrooms and cheerful playrooms. Her attention to detail and extraordinary project management skills makes her an invaluable partner on any project. 203.291.9796 / tuskhomeanddesign.comSarah Weiland, Interior Designer, Allied ASID. Tusk is a high-end, full-service interior design firm specializing in all aspects of the residential and commercial design process. Weiland is known for her modern, fresh approach while maintaining simplicity and a crisp aesthetic. Tusk’s portfolio includes designs for every room, from sophisticated living rooms to custom kitchens, bathrooms and cheerful playrooms. Her attention to detail and extraordinary project management skills makes her an invaluable partner on any project. 203.291.9796 / tuskhomeanddesign.com
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21/21George Snead is a designer and owner of Wakefield Design Center in Stamford, a premier home furnishings resource for designers. They are a one-stop showroom for clients offering a full array of fabrics, furniture, lighting, wallcoverings, decorative accessories and art. Their “finishing touches” program enables a designer to add all of the details such as art and accessories that can finish a room or project in one day. Their 8,500 square-foot showroom is “curated by designers for designers.”
203.358.0818 / wakefielddesigncenter.comGeorge Snead is a designer and owner of Wakefield Design Center in Stamford, a premier home furnishings resource for designers. They are a one-stop showroom for clients offering a full array of fabrics, furniture, lighting, wallcoverings, decorative accessories and art. Their “finishing touches” program enables a designer to add all of the details such as art and accessories that can finish a room or project in one day. Their 8,500 square-foot showroom is “curated by designers for designers.”
203.358.0818 / wakefielddesigncenter.com
This article appears in the September 2016 issue of CTC&G (Connecticut Cottages & Gardens).