Expert Advice from Amy & Kyle Bergquist at Keller Williams Legacy Partners
Since the previous update on this project in January, construction on the Flatbush Avenue bridge has made tremendous progress. It actually looks like a bridge on the site now! The first picture is taken from Flatbush Avenue between the train tracks and New Park Avenue. The steel to support the roadway is up, and it’s now clear how the new bridge will meet up with the existing streets at each end. Next we move east
Mulching the gardens is a spring tradition here at the Bergquist house. We don’t have a very large lot, but have more than our share of garden space. Each of the past two years we have added large gardens to a portion of the yard that was formerly shaded by a large tree. Once upon a time we could load up bags of mulch at the Home Improvement Superstore and haul them home. We had
The other day I came across this while exploring with Ellen. I have occasionally seen news segments on various crops being grown in the middle of the forest to avoid detection, but never thought I would stumble upon such an operation myself. This is clearly a clandestine romaine lettuce farm set up in the wilds down by the river. But I support the use of lettuce (for health reasons!), and am sworn to secrecy so
With a fantastic layout for today’s living and historic architectural details, this West End home offers the best of old and new. A stunning paneled entry vestibule with marble floor, leaded glass and ornamental ceiling tile is sure to wow your visitors. The first floor powder room is tucked away in this space. Inside, a formal foyer opens to an oversized living room and dining room. An off-set fireplace allows this room to easily accommodate
This West End home is just steps to the UConn Law School, Hartford Seminary and a neighborhood community garden. Inside, a formal foyer opens to the living room and kitchen. The living room has a wood burning fireplace and several built-in bookcases. It flows into the formal dining room which has a built-in china closet and detailed plate rail molding. The kitchen is fully remodeled with new cabinets, flooring, granite counters and stainless steel appliances.