March 2022

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Two Designers Polish Up a Hidden Gem in the Woods of Connecticut

Stewart-Schafer founders Christine Stucker and James Veal revamp a custom 1984 home—and then turn a decrepit nearby shed into a “Scandinavian dream cabin.”

It only took a half hour for Christine Stucker and James Veal to decide to buy this house. "It’s very unusual to have a home like this in this area," says James. "We came through the doors, and within 30 minutes of being in the space, we pretty much took it."