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Designed & Handcrafted: The Incredible Estate of Thomas ("Tom") William Astle

Design & Decor | PUBLISHED 05.20.21 | Jennifer Ventresca
Large Copper Sculpture as room divider by Thomas W. Astle creates a backdrop for their living room's seating area. | BRG

We L-O-V-E time capsule estates especially when the estate is a true MCM marvel designed and filled with objects designed and handcrafted by those same owners. We hope you enjoy this one of a kind insight about the people behind and amazing collection.

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Creating an Outdoor Oasis with Quality Second Hand Pieces

Tips & Guides | PUBLISHED 05.01.21 | Jennifer Ventresca
A pretty metal bistro-style outdoor dining set is the centerpiece of this pretty backyard patio. | BRG

Discover how to transform your outdoor space into a stunning oasis using high-quality secondhand pieces. Learn how to curate a beautiful and sustainable outdoor retreat that reflects your style and respects the environment.

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Jewelry Part V - Jewelry & Gemology Primer

Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 01.08.21 | Jennifer Ventresca
Blingology - Jewelry & Gemology Primer | BRG

Large. Small. Opaque. Clear. Antique. Vintage, Contemporary. Gems come in different shapes, sizes, colors, clarities, and age. Learn some gemology basics in part V of our jewelry series, Bring on the Blingology.

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Jewelry Part IV - Jewelry Types

Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 12.23.20 | Jennifer Ventresca
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For millenia, people have sought ways to decorate themselves beyond clothing and textiles. From ancient times to the modern era, jewelry has played a key role in personal adornment -- from rings to necklaces to earrings. Learn about key types of jewelry ....

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Time Capsule with Ties to Waldorf in Cortlandt Manor Estate

On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 11.04.19 | Jennifer Ventresca
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This might be a “made for Hollywood” story based right in Cortlandt Manor, New York with acclaimed hotelier, Claude Philippe, as the main character. Decades after the fully furnished estate was passed to the husband of Philippe’s widow, many of the original contents (hand-picked and curated by Philippe himself) remained relatively untouched — down to the collection of Philippe’s cuff links discovered in the closet.

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Armoire Amoré: a Creative Storage Solution

Design & Decor | PUBLISHED 08.06.19 | Jennifer Ventresca
Not the tv storage of the 80s and 90s.  | BRG

Who says practical storage can't be a beautiful design element in your home? Anyone who has travelled abroad can attest that lack of closet space ensures the abundant use of armoires. Learn how you can integrate this pretty and useful storage option into your home.

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Managing Partners Become Life Partners

BRG Happenings | PUBLISHED 06.11.19 | ADMIN
Business partners will become life partners. | BRG

It's official. BRG's managing partners, Christie and Grant, will officially "tie the knot." While they often refer to themselves as husband and wife, it was never bona fide. Well, in a late-afternoon summertime wedding with close family and friends in attendance and an outdoor wedding reception to follow, this will all change...

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Coral Captivation & Other Trends to Follow for 2019

Design & Decor | PUBLISHED 12.28.18 | Jennifer Ventresca
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Expansive ever-changing sunset hues. Rosy pink-orange colors that pop against the darkening blues above the earth. Beautiful shimmering pinkish- and orange-reds evolving in the shifting light in warm Caribbean currents. Nature presents captivating coral colors in the most spectacular ways. Using Pantone's color of the year, learn how to stay current with your decor.

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Hello, Boston! BRG is Growing ... Again.

BRG Happenings | PUBLISHED 11.09.18 | Jennifer Ventresca
From the classic brownstones of Boston to the massive estates in the suburbs, BRG-Boston services all levels of personal property and estate merchandise | BRG

Our friends in greater Boston metro and throughout Massachusetts have been asking BRG to move into the area and we’ve answered. With our first estates auctions under our belt and more to come, we are thrilled to be expanding our service offerings into the area with BRG-Boston.

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Styling your Thanksgiving Table with Diane Rath

Design & Decor | PUBLISHED 10.25.18 | Jennifer Ventresca
Setting your tablescape: a fall entertaining workshop | BRG

We love Thanksgiving. Beyond the fabulous food and special family moments, we can use this fabulous fall holiday as a canvas to show-off our unique style. So whether you're hosting or helping the host, BRG is helping to inspire your inner stylist as we partner with Diane Rath (the Rath Project). Learn Diane’s simple and creative ideas on setting fun, festive, and stylish fall holiday tablescapes....

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