Modern Connecticut

Vernon, Connecticut

It's almost 10 years to the day since closing on a house on a piece of heaven in Hebron, Connecticut.

The house hunting begins anew.

There is no shortage of houses to avoid. The suburban sprawl east of Hartford offers a wide selection of '60s raised ranches that haven't been updated much since the 70s and 80s.  Recently in open houses, I have noticed the dark wood paneling of antiquity to be looking as gloomy as new. The realtors force a smile. "Perfect for your fondue party, and will look great with your whitewall tires!"  is not something the realtor is probably not allowed to say.

This house hunt involves faith that a house rivalling the specialness of Hebron is out there.

One such house is a contemporary:




The above is from the back yard.  The angular lines and huge deck has entertaining written all over it.

The next picture is looking up the driveway.




From the back yard, you can see for miles.  In the summer, the back becomes enclosed with greenery.



Double-sided fireplace in great room. That''s the realtor.



Great Room lets in some light



The other side of double-sided fireplace



The house was built by people from California. It has a Califormia brightness kind of feel, with in some areas, light stone floor tiles, and smooth-textured stucc. It's early in the search, but this contemporary passes the test for uniqueness.

To Be Continued!