CTC&G (Connecticut Cottages & Gardens) November 2013

Wine Pairings to Be Thankful For

Baroness Sheri de Borchgrave, Illustrations by Macrina Busato,

Whatever your Thanksgiving feat style (or budget!), add the perfect finishing touch with just the right wine.

Twice As Nice

Mary Oftring,

For the second time in six years, a tree from Shelton takes center stage at Rockefeller Center

Gallery Opening

Photographs by Neil Landino Jr.,

CTC&G celebrated the grand opening of interior designer Mar Silver’s new gallery in Westport featuring handmade textiles, art and one-of-kind pieces from her Plunk collection.

Meet Designer Lynne Scalo

Sharon King Hoge,

Mixing a love of the classics with a glimmer of shimmer, Scalo characterizes her home with glamorous comfort.

Marrakesh: Desert Oasis

DJ Carey,

Editorial Director D.J. Carey’s stay at the Royal Mansour includes gorgeous architecture, delicious food and an experience like no other.

Bits of History

Diane di Costanzo,

From the 5,174 square-foot “cottage” of Katharine Hepburn to a circa-1921 castle, these New England real estate listings have much to offer.

Designer Vignette Event

Photographs by Chris J. Rivera,

Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams and CTC&G hosted a designer vignette event at the Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams store in Greenwich.

Years of collecting enrich a historic Nantucket cottage

Slexa Stevenson, Photographs by Durston Saylor,

Interior designer Susan Zises Green updates a historic home with the next generation in mind.

Years of collecting enrich a historic Nantucket cottage Image Gallery

Slexa Stevenson, Photographs by Durston Saylor,

Interior designer Susan Zises Green updates a historic home with the next generation in mind.

Designer Challenge

Catriona Branca,

Designers Sam Allen, Charlotte Barnes and Amy Aidinis Hirsch take on an empty space with a new fall collection of furniture and accessories.

A guesthouse's traditional silhouette hides a contemporary heart

Catriona Branca, Photographs by Paul Regan,

A young couple turn their weekend home into the perfect retreat with a poolside paradise and cozy guest quarters for their children and visitors.

CTC&G IDA Rules & Entry Checklist

Site Staff,

Please submit your entries into the 2015 CTC&G Innovation in Design Awards.CTC&G

A nontraditional beach house suits a newfound passion for art

Jamie Marshall, Photographs by Emily Gilbert,

Designer Ali Schwarz brought these Westport interiors to life, transforming the home into a star of the 2013 Near & Far Aid House Tour.

A nontraditional beach house suits a newfound passion for art Image Gallery

Jamie Marshall, Photographs by Emily Gilbert,

Designer Ali Schwarz brought these Westport interiors to life, transforming the home into a star of the 2013 Near & Far Aid House Tour.

Check out these buzz-worthy design discoveries in your town

Morgan Dancy, Alexandra DeLuise,

Shop the new Pickets pop-up store in Fairfield for eclectic gifts and finds or discover the new Courtly Check collection from Mackenzie-Childs at Westport's Lux Bond & Green.

Reimagine your interiors with a blast from the past Image Gallery

Morgan Dancy, Alexandra DeLuise,

Classic Robert Allen prints from 18th-century motifs to timeless Ralph Lauren statement mirrors, we've got the best from all of your local makers.

2013 Pink Aid: Compassion Until There's A Cure

Photographs by Neil Landino Jr.,

Founding partners CTC&G and Mitchells of Westport held the 3rd annual Pink Aid Luncheon & Fashion Show.

2013 Pink Aid Pink Chair {etc} Program

Photographs by Neil Landino Jr.,

Talented designers created and donated pink items including chairs, poufs, dog beds, pillows and more for the 2013 Pink Aid Fashion Show & Luncheon. The items were auctioned off with all proceeds to support women in their fight against breast cancer.