Here’s what we have for you this week in The Edge Real Estate section:
Property of the Week -- Jen Harvey of Compass offers a brand new contemporary, distinguished by thoughtfully designed spaces filled with natural light, in a wonderfully central location.
Transformations -- The biggest challenge for architect Andrew Webster of Graphite Studio was to preserve the charm and character of a two-hundred-year-old building while delivering 21st century performance and comfort
Weekly real estate transactions for Berkshire County, Northern Litchfield County and Columbia County.
Market Perspective –...
As Country Curtains closes its doors after sixty years, it is important to understand the relationship between Country Curtains and the character of Stockbridge. Simply put, Country Curtains money preserved Main Street. Jane Fitzpatrick didn’t shape Stockbridge, but she held it in the palm of her hand.
"Market forces increasingly favor big box stores and large online retailers who can offer less expensive product, free or low-cost shipping and a broader array of home goods for one-stop shopping."
--- Country Curtains Marketing Director Shane Wirta
"This is terrible, tragic news for you and our community. It really is the end of an era."
--- Nancy Fitzpatrick, board chairperson of Country Curtains, in a letter to employees
As issues of accessibility and appropriate preservation of a historic building were raised, the library's staff and board knew that a full upgrade was in order.
She traveled to Europe to research similar country estates and brought back ideas to return Blantyre to a state of elegance, using her keen interior design skills to ensure every space was elegantly appointed with stunning antiques and lush fabrics.
