Home + Design

Home Sweet Home

The dynamic duo behind Ivory & Oak on building their dream home – family style. Article by Barbara Accetta | Photography by Danny Cooney Steve and Nicole Viola, the husband and wife team behind luxury residential design-build firm Ivory & Oak, have been creating dream homes for 20 years. In 2019, they had the chance to build their own, in Steve’s hometown, when they purchased a 1940 raised ranch and promptly tore it down. Two years later and still under construction, they moved in with their...

Home + Design

ANYTHING BUT WHITE TRIM

How to Have Fun With Paint! Article by Zac Mathias For all too long we have all relied on white trim, painting it a color is an easy way to establish the mood of the room!! A cheery bright color in a bathroom making this small space feel lively! Easy ways to do this is by pulling color from a wallpaper. Or paint your trim the same color as your walls! The options are endless!

Education

Your New Nanny Matchmaker

A godsend to parents, children, and caretakers in one fell swoop Article by Ashley Alt | Photography by Abby Cole Nannies have been called the glorified third parent. As a parent, you want to feel safe and secure that your kids are in good hands so you can focus on your work and other responsibilities. This peace of mind is only possible when you have the right nanny.  Keren Lai makes finding the perfect nanny a hassle-free, enjoyable experience through her nanny matchmaking service, ...

Home Services

START WITH ART

TOP TIPS ON USING ART TO TRANSFORM YOUR SPACE CREATING YOUR IDEAL HOME Article by Beth Krupa Interiors color inspiration Let art inspire your palette. Artwork acts as a jumping off point for everything, from the feel of the room to the colors and textures used to pull everything together.⁠ Tailor art to the room’s feeling. Serene and calming art might be suitable for a bedroom, while vibrant and energetic pieces can work well in a breakfast room or hallway. make it personal Tell a story...

Wellness

National Nutrition Month

Working towards building healthy eating routines this March Article by Dr. Cece Reeder Every March is celebrated as National Nutrition Month, and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has announced that this year’s theme is “Beyond the Table.”  The meaning behind this year’s theme is to encourage healthy eating routines, food safety techniques, and environmentally conscious food practices. Food is far more than just the ingredients that we eat throughout the day. Food serves as a mechanism...

Life + Culture

Your Dream Home Awaits

When it comes to design, Lara Michelle knows good taste Article by Ashley Alt | Photography by Courtesy Lara Michelle Lara Michelle Beautiful Interiors Inc. is founded by award-winning designer Lara Michelle, an expert in her field known for her impeccable taste. Lara lives in Rye Brook, New York with her husband and two children. Her client base spans from Darien to New Canaan to Greenwich to in and around the lower Fairfield County. For clients dreaming of that picturesque, luxurious and...

Home + Design

Bringing Your Visions to Life

With Atrium Constructions Photography by Abby Cole A generational business, Atrium Constructions prides themselves in bringing visions to life with their expertise in high-end residential and commercial construction. With 30 years of experience, the business runs in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey and Florida. Atrium Constructions has merged companies and built a reunion of people who love and know construction, building high-end houses and industrial and commercial sites. The team has 20...

Beauty

STYLE BY DECADE

Style Selects to Spruce Up Your Spring Article by Ashley Cannon @styleelyst | Photography by Ashley Cannon & Brand Imagery   Fashion trends, like the ever-evolving chapters of a cultural narrative, weave a captivating tapestry that mirror societal aesthetics and individual expression throughout the annals of time - and while fashion trends that become classics transcend time, stylistic nuances can be found within certain age groups - and personally, I have an appreciation for all of it. Below...

Finance + Legal Services

Helping the Medical Field

With Prime Financial Services, a local wealth management firm, a family business Photography by Abby Cole Photography A generational wealth management firm out of Wilton, Prime Financial Services, was started by CEO Jason Wein's grandfather over 65 years ago. Through the years, he and the team have helped guide physicians throughout the country with their financial needs. "We share strategies like managing their debt, building a businesses or practices, and helping them gain financial...

Arts + Culture

Maman x Kate Foley

Local Greenwich artist, Kate Foley, designs signature Greenwich coffee cup at Maman. Article by Anna Barnes If you’ve strolled down Greenwich Ave and into Maman, you may have noticed your morning latte served in a beautifully designed, exclusive Greenwich cup. The coffee cup depicts some iconic Greenwich landmarks and was designed by another icon of the Greenwich community, artist Kate Foley. When Maman, a beloved NYC based café, opened last summer on Greenwich Avenue, a friend encouraged...