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ABOUT THE BUILDER ABOUT THE ARCHITECT
Conners Development, LLC Design Statement
Matt Conners, the principal of Conners Development, has been building homes for close The near-water location for this house has the assets of sunlight and water views to be
to 30 years, having built and/or renovated over 50 homes. He works predominately in Westport, responded to, but also the challenges and regulations that come with such sites.
Southport and Fairfield specializing in new construction, renovations, and when the opportunity The house was designed to take advantage of these location attributes of light,
arises, antique renovations. Conners finds great value in working with a variety of architects, as it water views and breezes in such a way that the contemporary design is a
gives him and his team the opportunity to think outside the box on every project. They stay ahead of reflection of this environment as much on the exterior as the interior.
the curve and have a solid working knowledge of new building materials and methods of construction The plan was thereby conceived to be a place where a casual lifestyle
that are available today. Conners builds what today’s buyers are looking for in a state-of-the-art home, will experience the near-water location throughout the house.
and takes great pride in the final result.
David Preusch, Architect
ABOUT THE DESIGNERS
- Has practiced architecture for 40 years.
Design Statement
- Recognized for expertise in vernacular and historic architecture
The modern aesthetic of the house gave us rare freedom to think outside the box, yet still work on preserving as well as contemporary design.
the quintessential temperament of its surroundings. The unique location for this house, together with its
modern styling, is certainly an uncommon build for this sought after beach community. Our goal to create a - Award-winning architect, most recently 2014 HOBI Award for
cohesive and luxurious living space is obvious in the predominantly monochromatic color palette. The interior best New/Old House in Fairfield County.
design is linked to the exterior environment with an unexpected play on textures utilized in our choice of tile,
glass, metal and high gloss surfaces. - Completed projects throughout Fairfield County and as far
north as Vermont and as far south as Palm Beach, FL.
Nadia Dawkins and Sue Bull, of RelativeDesign collaborated with Conners Development and David Preusch from
inception to completion. - Was the consultant/architect for the recent Connecticut
Cottages and Gardens Designer Showhouse in the
historic St. Paul’s Episcopal Rectory in Fairfield.
Nadia Dawkins, Interior Designer
- Recent projects include the Connecticut Challenge
Nadia was born and raised in South Africa and has lived and traveled extensively throughout Europe, Africa, Center for Survivorship in Southport, CT and the
Australia and America. Her passion for interior design was cultivated and refined during these years. She went residential boathouse restoration of the historic
on to graduate from the New York School of Interior Design. Her innate sense of style and extensive foreign Pequot Yacht Club on Southport Harbor.
influence has brought an edgy look to her design, and her uncanny ability to incorporate varied styles in one
room. Nadia has one main objective: To incorporate and integrate style and function into a space that truly - Current projects include new residences,
reflects the people that live in them. renovations and outbuildings in
Fairfield County.
Sue Bull, Project Manager
Sue also hails from South Africa and has lived and worked in the UK and CT. Sue is a forward-
thinker, allowing her to create projects seamlessly from concept to completion. Sue brings a world
logic and understanding to each project which allows her to approach solutions in a practical,
and efficient manner. Sue’s high level of motivation, coupled with her boundless
imagination and passion for design, makes her a driving force that keeps projects on
time and the focus on results.
Nadia and Sue’s mantra, CREATIVITY IS THE GREATEST FORM OF REBELLION,
is clearly felt and seen in the new masterpiece at 33 Edgewater Hillside.
Conners Development, LLC Design Statement
Matt Conners, the principal of Conners Development, has been building homes for close The near-water location for this house has the assets of sunlight and water views to be
to 30 years, having built and/or renovated over 50 homes. He works predominately in Westport, responded to, but also the challenges and regulations that come with such sites.
Southport and Fairfield specializing in new construction, renovations, and when the opportunity The house was designed to take advantage of these location attributes of light,
arises, antique renovations. Conners finds great value in working with a variety of architects, as it water views and breezes in such a way that the contemporary design is a
gives him and his team the opportunity to think outside the box on every project. They stay ahead of reflection of this environment as much on the exterior as the interior.
the curve and have a solid working knowledge of new building materials and methods of construction The plan was thereby conceived to be a place where a casual lifestyle
that are available today. Conners builds what today’s buyers are looking for in a state-of-the-art home, will experience the near-water location throughout the house.
and takes great pride in the final result.
David Preusch, Architect
ABOUT THE DESIGNERS
- Has practiced architecture for 40 years.
Design Statement
- Recognized for expertise in vernacular and historic architecture
The modern aesthetic of the house gave us rare freedom to think outside the box, yet still work on preserving as well as contemporary design.
the quintessential temperament of its surroundings. The unique location for this house, together with its
modern styling, is certainly an uncommon build for this sought after beach community. Our goal to create a - Award-winning architect, most recently 2014 HOBI Award for
cohesive and luxurious living space is obvious in the predominantly monochromatic color palette. The interior best New/Old House in Fairfield County.
design is linked to the exterior environment with an unexpected play on textures utilized in our choice of tile,
glass, metal and high gloss surfaces. - Completed projects throughout Fairfield County and as far
north as Vermont and as far south as Palm Beach, FL.
Nadia Dawkins and Sue Bull, of RelativeDesign collaborated with Conners Development and David Preusch from
inception to completion. - Was the consultant/architect for the recent Connecticut
Cottages and Gardens Designer Showhouse in the
historic St. Paul’s Episcopal Rectory in Fairfield.
Nadia Dawkins, Interior Designer
- Recent projects include the Connecticut Challenge
Nadia was born and raised in South Africa and has lived and traveled extensively throughout Europe, Africa, Center for Survivorship in Southport, CT and the
Australia and America. Her passion for interior design was cultivated and refined during these years. She went residential boathouse restoration of the historic
on to graduate from the New York School of Interior Design. Her innate sense of style and extensive foreign Pequot Yacht Club on Southport Harbor.
influence has brought an edgy look to her design, and her uncanny ability to incorporate varied styles in one
room. Nadia has one main objective: To incorporate and integrate style and function into a space that truly - Current projects include new residences,
reflects the people that live in them. renovations and outbuildings in
Fairfield County.
Sue Bull, Project Manager
Sue also hails from South Africa and has lived and worked in the UK and CT. Sue is a forward-
thinker, allowing her to create projects seamlessly from concept to completion. Sue brings a world
logic and understanding to each project which allows her to approach solutions in a practical,
and efficient manner. Sue’s high level of motivation, coupled with her boundless
imagination and passion for design, makes her a driving force that keeps projects on
time and the focus on results.
Nadia and Sue’s mantra, CREATIVITY IS THE GREATEST FORM OF REBELLION,
is clearly felt and seen in the new masterpiece at 33 Edgewater Hillside.
