On June 18 from 10 – 1, get exclusive access to Langhorne and Steeple Chase in Greenwich, Connecticut, as part of the Garden Dialogues series from The Cultural Landscape Foundation.
Conte & Conte Landscape Architects specializes in creating projects that maximize each client’s functional and aesthetic requirements. Langhorne Lodge, the private residence of John R. Conte and his wife Kimberly, is located on a wooded glen nestled in backcountry Greenwich, CT. This ideal setting with its rustic, yet elegant country homestead features more than a dozen, unique spaces to explore. John used fallen branches from the property to design and build an operational chicken coop and a relaxing gazebo. There are birdhouses scattered around the property as well as a meadow for wildlife to flourish. The tranquilly beautiful rose/vegetable garden provides the family with fresh, organic produce throughout the summer. The most recent addition is the party barn (functionally a three-car garage) with attached covered terrace for entertaining family & friends; spacious and inviting yet made delightfully intimate with the blazing outdoor fireplace. The cozy feel compliments the spectacular views of the contrasting wide-open lawn & surrounding woodlands.
Steeple Chase Farms, a thirteen-acre private residential horse farm also in Greenwich, includes a 7,000 sq. ft. home, stables, indoor riding arena, grazing paddocks, run-in sheds and an equipment garage with groom’s quarters. The goal was to create a working equestrian facility for this client and her family while incorporating all of the comforts of home and respecting the residential character of the neighborhood. The house was placed in such a way as to preserve a large stand of trees, setting it high atop a rolling hillside. This allowed for sensational seasonal views of its verdant setting. Siting was also important for the recreational areas, circulation, and building sites all of which were positioned in order to reduce the impact of views for neighboring properties. The equestrian buildings were set down, lower on the property and arranged to fit into the topography instead of overpowering it.
Thanks to the generosity of our hosts and sponsors, tickets for Garden Dialogues are tax deductible and proceeds benefit the educational programs of The Cultural Landscape Foundation. $200. Purchase online at http://tclf.org/event/garden-dialogues-connecticut-2016
