Rural Intelligence (Page 396)

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Festival of Trees 2016: Berkshire Museum Goes Full Glamour

Amy Krzanik reports from Pittsfield. If you roll out the red carpet, the stars will come. All the big names were out on South Street on Friday, Nov. 18 as Berkshire Museum opened its 2016 Festival of Trees with an annual preview party. Now Playing, this year’s movie-themed

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Artfully Crafted

This single-story Stanfordville home incorporates the Arts and Crafts-style cedar clapboard siding and the long, low eaves reminiscent of Frank Lloyd Wright's designs. The entry porch leads to a foyer and large living room, with a library and dining room on either side and an eat-

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Master Work

Frank Lloyd Wright meets the 21st century at this contemporary home in Stanfordville with a hipped roof, wide eaves, and fine craftsmanship. The house is nestled on five wooded acres and was designed with energy efficiency in mind. With three bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms, there is a

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True Mid-Century

In Stanfordville, this mid-century modern was designed by an associate of Frank Lloyd Wright and is a classic example of the American architecture style. The residence was built in 1954 and integrates its interior and exterior living areas with the use of glass, stone and wood. A stone-walled

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Architecturally Inspired

Architect designed, Frank Lloyd Wright inspired, mountain lodge-style home in Egremont

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In The Tradition Of...

This property was designed by the godson of Frank Lloyd Wright, and the influence of his godfather is evidenced by this shingle-style home in Stockbridge. Featuring Arts and Crafts finishes, a notable touch in many Wright-designed houses, there is a chef's kitchen, spacious great room, three

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Community

Start A New Tradition This Thanksgiving Weekend

As you're enjoying time with friends and family over the weekend, you might find yourself wondering what there is to do away from the dining room table. If getting a jump on holiday shopping is in your plans, then this Saturday, Nov. 26 is the perfect time. It&

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Food

At Cricket Creek Farm, There's A Party In The Creamery

Shane Solar-Doherty cuts and weighs the feta. By Lisa Green Last year, when Cricket Creek Farm in Williamstown, Mass. put out a pre-holiday call for volunteers to help wrap cheese, I couldn’t sign up fast enough. I’ve long been a fan of this dairy farm — its

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Community

The Rural We: Elwood H. Smith

Elwood H. Smith studied at the Chicago Academy of Fine Arts and the Institute of Design at IIT, and worked for eight years as an art director, before deciding to become a full-time illustrator. In 1976, he moved to New York City and established himself in the field, where

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Multicultural BRIDGE Honors Members Of The Community

Amy Krzanik reports from Lenox. “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has” reads the quote on the button that Berkshire County resident Tommie Hutto-Blake carries in her pocket. The sentiment, attributed to

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Dining Room With Views

A magnificent dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows will pull you into this Contemporary. There are three floors of elegant custom-design work and impressive details. Set on 30 tranquil acres in Norfolk, the main property is 13,000 square feet of modern living spaces with a stainless steel

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Gracious Georgian

This stately Georgian, with a large dining room, is set on a backdrop of 200 acres in Chatham. The circa 1890 home offers a living room with six sets of French doors leading to a porch, a formal dining room and den with fireplace. There are five bedrooms and three-

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