CTC&G (Connecticut Cottages & Gardens) January 2012

Inside Fairfield's Denemede Estate

Rebecca Morse, Photographs by Mick Hales,

At Denemede—an early 20th-century Fairfield property once celebrated for its majestic collection of pines—a new generation has taken root.

In the Kitchen Special Feature

Site Staff,

From designs and accessories to tile and appliances, here are some inspiring ideas when planning to renovate the heart of the home — the kitchen.

What Are the Features of the Best Kitchens?

Diane di Costanzo,

How real kitchens were designed for the most usable space and great resale value.

The Baroness Recommends Right Bank Bordeaux

Baroness Sheri de Borchgrave,

The soul of the right bank lies in these remarkable family wineries

NYC Escapes

Sharon King Hoge,

Big Apple Weekend getaways

Designers Pick for Trade Resources for Kitchen & Bath

Susan Bednar Long,

Kitchen and bath highlights from a tour of NYC's A&D Building

Historic Fairfield House Gets Fresh Face

Rebecca Morse, Photographs by Mick Hales,

Tucker Robbins and sister Claire Miner update historic Denemede

Food Wisdom from Chef Kieffer

Maria LaPiana, Photographs by Anasatassios Mentis,

We asked Artisan Chef Frederic Kieffer to share some insights and tips for preparing this menu, entertaining at home, and the importance of locally sourced foods.

Inside Fairfield's Denemede Estate

Rebecca Morse, Photographs by Mick Hales,

At Denemede—an early 20th-century Fairfield property once celebrated for its majestic collection of pines—a new generation has taken root.

Homes for the Holidays

Site Staff,

Newcomers Club of New Canaan and media sponsor Connecticut Cottages & Gardens invited guests to a kickoff party to celebrate the Homes for the Holidays House Tour.

Pros and Cons of Antique Shopping Online

Jan Lee, Illustration by Doriano Solinas,

A best practices guide to shopping for antiques online

Local Getaways: Ski Vermont

Sharon King Hoge, Illustration By Jennifer Thermes, Photograph Courtesy of Okemo Mountain Resort,

Vermont’s green mountains are a snow-lovers paradise in our own backyard

Innovation in Design Awards Kickoff at Stark Carpet

Photographs by Chris J. Rivera,

Stark Carpet and Connecticut Cottages & Gardens held a cocktail reception in the Stark Norwalk Outlet Showroom to celebrate the 6th Annual Innovation in Design Awards (IDA) Call for Entries—and the start of the Stark Semi-Annual Sale.

Heart & Soul Food: A Winter Menu

Site Staff,

Recipes from Chef Frederic Kieffer of Artisan Restaurant in Southport

9 Fabulous Kitchen Finds

Produced by Ann Loynd, Produced by Hollis Romanelli,

Cookware, appliances and plumbing features chefs love.

Metals of Honor: Natural

Site Staff,

Metals of Honor: New Traditional

Site Staff,

Metals of Honor: Transitional

Site Staff,

Metals of Honor: Modern

Site Staff,

Innovative Use of Metal in Kitchen Design

Cate Branca, Photographs by Chichi Ubiña, Photographs by Linda Kane, Photographs by Robert Grant,

Are metallics the new white? Here, we take a look at four kitchens that have taken metals to a new level, plus a carefully curated collection of surfaces for even more kitchen inspiration.