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DOWNLOAD THE KELLY ASSOCIATES APP
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Kelly Associates now has a new app for your phone. We spend most of our time in the car so don’t wait to get home to find a listing, check it out right on your phone (not while driving but rather waiting for Johnny in the pickup line). In this busy market make sure you have as much information as possible when you are on the go. Our listings this spring had accepted offers (with multiple offers), both in just a couple short days. You need to get in as soon as possible and this app allows you to do that. Just go to the app store and search for Kelly Associates.
FLEA BITES
Friday, May 10, 2013We were touring the Open Houses on Tuesday, and decided to pop into Flea. They have just expanded their shop and now serve lunch. This is the BEST LUNCH IN TOWN. Nick (from the Rowayton Market) serves up the most delicious, fresh (as in he made the mayonnaise right in front of us, for us) and unique food. We couldn’t decide so we split the prosciutto, fig and ricotta sandwich and the Manchego and tomato sandwich. We also brought home a roast beef sandwich and a feta & watermelon salad.
If you want to sit outside and have a wonderful, fresh lunch, this is the place. Meet your girlfriends here!
A local spot for lunch.
The bar stools!
Simple and delicious menu.
Manchego and tomato sandwich, grilled and served with a side of arugala and spinach salad. Yum!
Delicious and fresh salad.
Way to go Nick! We had a fabulous lunch.
PREVIEW THE 1ST ANNUAL GARDEN SHOW IN STAMFORD, CT. THIS WEEKEND
Thursday, May 9, 2013
Get there early!
I went down to the Antique & Artisan Center today and what a transformation that is underway. It has been filled with garden objects of every shape, size, color and material. Just about everything needs to be in my house but how will it all fit! Everyone was hard at work in the pouring rain getting ready for tomorrow. This is NOT TO BE MISSED. Whether you need something or not, need a gift for mom or yourself, take some time and go down there this weekend. I bet you will leave with something you will cherish forever.
Not for the garden but who cares. (it’s huge)
LOVED THESE!
Gorg for the summer porch.
These are sensational…..the red just makes them even more fabulous.
These are really cool in person.
The energy was electric. Everyone was excited in anticipation for the weekend.
A must buy!
Any piece you buy here can be upholstered in their fabric room. The problem is going to be which one to pick.
Trims like I have never seen.
If you are renovating a bathroom, everything you need is here.
Loving the pineapple.
Is this just amazing….was hard to leave it I just do not have a room that is big enough.
Of course I love this.
Our friends at the AAC.
It was pouring but I was able to grab this shot. It is just a feast for the eyes.
We look forward to seeing you there.
Antique and Artisan Center Garden Show
Tuesday, May 7, 2013Get there early!
This is just the “tip of the ice berg”
We had a great time browsing today at the Antique and Artisan Center in anticipation of this fabulous event. Turns out there is SO MUCH MORE coming!
Vignettes inside and out.. All over the Center you will find wonderful inspiration and beautiful pieces for your garden.
Sculpture adds unusual flare. Apparently there is some fantastic stuff coming in!
Don’t miss what is certain to be a treasure hunt for your garden.
Have fun, and if you find something for your garden, send us a picture! We would love to see your treasure.
A NEW ADDICTION….HOUZZ
Tuesday, April 23, 2013
Our new lust here at Real In Darien is houzz. It is like Pinterest, but more design and architectural based. Whether you are renovating a kitchen or choosing shutters, they have fabulous ideas. We have even added our very own houzz button on our main page (next to Pinterest and Facebook). Check out our growing portfolio and share yours with us!!
Lynne Byrne Photography Day Time Open House
Monday, April 8, 2013An exhibit of Lynne Byrne Fine Art Photography is on display now through April 12th at SBD Kitchens, LLC and Sarah A. Blank Designs, 1472 Post Road, Darien CT. Viewing hours are 9:00 – 5:00 Monday through Friday and 10:00 – 1:00 Saturdays. A Daytime Open House is scheduled for Thursday April 11th 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., during which time 15% of sales will benefit The Darien Arts Center.*
Lynne Byrne’s unique photographic imagery celebrates the details in nature that often go unnoticed – – the intricate textures, surfaces, reflections and variations in color. The photographer uses natural light, and close up photography to share a glimpse of the everyday miracles seen in our natural environment.*
If you haven’t had a chance to run over to SBD Kitchens to see this marvelous show, now is the chance! We will be dropping by, so hope to see you there.
Our friend, Lynne Byrne. A ‘real’ talent!
*per press release
Spring is almost here……
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Really?
Lynne Byrne Photography Exhibit this Thursday at SBD Kitchens
Monday, March 4, 2013
LYNNE BYRNE PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT
MARCH 7, 6-9PM
TO BENEFIT DARIEN ARTS CENTER AT SARAH BLANK KITCHEN & DESIGN
Lynne Byrne Fine Art Photography will have an exhibition on Thursday, March 7th from 6-9pm. She will donate 15% of sales to The Darien Arts Center in honor of their work in fostering a greater appreciation of, and participation in, the visual and performing arts for all members of the Darien Community. SBD Kitchens, LLC is also a proud sponsor of The Darien Arts Center.
Her work is the perfect addition to any room and will surely add that “something” that may be missing.It will be on display now through April 10th at SBD Kitchens, LLC and Sarah A. Blank Designs, 1472 Post Road, Darien CT. Viewing hours are 9:00 – 5:00 Monday through Friday and 10:00 – 1:00 Saturdays.
Lynne Byrne’s unique photographic imagery celebrates the details in nature that often go unnoticed – – the intricate textures, surfaces, reflections and variations in color. The photographer uses natural light, and close up photography to share a glimpse of the everyday miracles seen in our natural environment.
The show, which will run for eight weeks through April 10th, will be held at the showroom of SBD Kitchens LLC (Sarah Blank Designs) in Darien, CT. SBD Kitchen & Design, in business since 1999 and servicing clients in Fairfield Country, Westchester, New York City, the Hamptons and beyond, creates residential interiors that respect the theories of classical proportion and order while reflecting the unique requirements of 21st century living.
Our local lust hits House Beautiful
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
Photo courtesy of House Beautiful.
The color section is one of my favorite parts of House Beautiful. I even bought the special issue they put out a few years ago (and was also made into a book). I just love color on walls, and love to experiment even if I have to fix it (and yes, repaint a room). I could start a second hand paint sample store if I wanted to.
I jumped for joy when I saw our very own Annie Mahoney as one of the decorators talking about her favorite color. They were specifically talking about which color to use from room to room and the color was black…one of my favorites! Maybe I will break out the paint samples and pick a hall or room to try today.
Check out Annie’s new website…it is fantastic and full of her creative designs.
Winner of our Holiday Giveaway is…..
Wednesday, January 2, 2013
KESSA SCHAEFFER of Darien!
We loved how unique this display of antique ornaments looked in these vintage lights. The perfect way to keep them safe from little fingers or unstable trees. Kessa bought the lights in a store in New York called Olde Good Things on 24th Street. She intended to hang them in her home in Block Island, but her contractor told her they could not be wired. So she hauled them back home. She had a whole bunch of antique ornaments that she brought home from Brimfield (the blue, silver and purple ones) she decided to fill them with. The other one was filled with ornaments that her husband’s grandmother had when she passed away. She tells us that it is a wonderful reminder for her family of their grandmother and a unique and special way to preserve some old treasures. We know Miles Redd would agree!!!!
Thank you to everyone who submitted entries to our first annual Holiday Giveaway. It was so fun for us (but extremely hard to choose a winner) and we loved all the vignettes. Enjoy your new book Kessa…..it’s going to look great in that barn red farmhouse of yours!
Big Baby News!
Monday, December 3, 2012We are very excited about William and Kate’s news! Congratulations!
The Duke and Dutchess of Cambridge
We will have to get to a Nursery blog soon!
OUR FIRST ANNUAL HOLIDAY GIVEAWAY
Saturday, December 1, 2012
We are in the spirit here at Real in Darien. After a tumultuous fall:Hurricane Sandy, the election, and the apprehension of a financial cliff, we thought we all needed something to celebrate and look forward to. So we are having our first REAL IN DARIEN HOLIDAY GIVEAWAY. All you have to do is send in a picture of your very own HOLIDAY VIGNETTE – your front door, mantle, or any festive shot in your home by December 22nd to abigailhmoore@optonline.net. BE CREATIVE. To win, you must show your ability to think outside the box. Go for it! The winner will receive their very own copy of “The Big Book of Chic” by our favorite lust of all time, Miles Redd.
This book is full of gorgeous rooms inspired by a true genius. It also looks fabulous on your coffee table.
Love the simplicity of this front door.
Try a swag instead of a predictable wreath.
Wish we saw more Williamsburg inspired doors.
Great Idea for an outdoor urn!
Trying to imagine how they made this stay put.
We will then be giving away our favorite “THE BOOK OF CHIC” book by Miles Redd.
Be creative and send your pictures to abigailhmoore@optonline.net by December 22nd. Be creative and have fun!
Sister Parish Design trunk show and open house
Wednesday, October 24, 2012We hope to see all our Friends, Colleagues and Clients tomorrow at an open house
593 Hollow Tree Ridge Road
Light Lunch from 11-3pm
Heavy Cocktails from 6-9pm
Sister Parish Design will be on hand to sell their beautiful things and at the same time view this beautiful Kelly Listing.
SISTER PARISH DESIGN is coming to Darien 10.25.12
Tuesday, October 16, 2012We are so pleased to launch our first Real in Darien event with Sister Parish Design. There is no doubt that the influence Sister Parish (Mrs. Henry Parish II) has had in the design world has seeped into our own philosophy at Real in Darien. Susan Bartlett Crater writes in her book, Sister Parish Design – On Decorating, that “the most important legacy of my grandmother Sister Parish is not solely in the realm of wonderful “taste”, but rather in the love of domesticity and the desire to create places within which families will laugh, escape and ultimately love.” That quote from Susan’s (and Libby Cameron’s) book precisely describes our approach when helping people find a new house. There is nothing more satisfying than getting to know a customer and finding a property that matches their needs and dreams – finding the house that is their “escape” and where their families will create their lives.
The recently launched Home Collection incorporates Sister Parish Design’s fabric patterns and aesthetic to home staples. Laminated trays and dust pans, napkins and tablecloths, desk and travel accessories, tote and duffle bags, notebooks, as well as dog leashes, collars and beds bring the whimsy and imagination of Sister Parish Design into every aspect of life and home. All will be on display and available for purchase. We have chosen the beautiful home at 593 Hollow Tree Ridge Road, available through Kelly Associates, for this wonderful event. Doors will open at 11am, and stay open until 3pm with a light lunch served. And then again from 6:30-9pm with wine and hors d’oevres. 10/25/12.
- Susan Bartlett Crater and Libby Cameron, partners,
- Sister Parish Design
It will be a sensational trunk show. We are certain you will agree so don’t forget to mark your calendars!
A Bit of Background:
Sister Parish, the long time partner of Albert Hadley, ran her design firm for 60 years known as Parish-Hadley. As one of the great American decorators, Mrs. Henry Parish II continues to influence todays top decorators and those of us who love to create our own interiors.
“Sister Parish’s granddaughter Susan Bartlett Crater, and Libby Cameron, Sister Parish’s protégé and colleague, founded Sister Parish Design in order to bring Mrs. Parish’s favorite materials and prints to the general public. Susan and Libby have designed a collection of fabric inspired by the designs Sister loved and used in decorating her own houses. Their recently launched home collection provides an additional way to add charm and whimsy to any setting.”
(All images and some text used are from the sisterparishdesign.com site. Check it out. You will also love the fabric and wall papers available through your favorite decorator! In addition, quotes and references are from the book, Sister Parish Design – On Decorating or from the web site.)
Miles Redd event at the Antique and Artisan Center
Monday, October 15, 2012We are getting sooooo excited for the Miles Redd book signing at the Antique and Artisan Center on October 17 from 6:00 -9:00 p.m. You can pre-order your book at www.assouline.com for $75.00. It is going to be loaded with wonderful pictures full of his distinctive work. We hear there may be a surprise guest or two!
The de Gournay paper, the velvet chair, the chevron floor. ooooh, this entry! So chic and sophisticated
Love the red….wish we saw more of this in town.
His townhouse in NYC. Both shutters and awnings!
The most amazing valances I have ever seen.
This is may favorite butlers pantry. I beg someone to PLEASE consider this in their home.
This Scalamadre wallpaper never fails
One of my favorite wall colors – black (or almost).
Note the floors off the blue. The light is perfect in here.
I have no words.
Such a happy room 🙂 The chairs (think they are from Todd Romano)
I do not like pink but I love it here.
GORGEOUS!!!!
Between the peacock lacquered walls, chinoiserie foyer and punch of orange….speaks volumes.
Please look up!
Love his jacket….how cute is he!!!
Can’t wait to meet him and hope to see you all there. XO-Abigail & Kim