Design District of West Hartford

05/22/2026

For more than 50 years, Capitol Glass has helped shape the look of West Hartford and communities across Connecticut — one storefront, home, and landmark at a time. 🇺🇸✨

Now led by second-generation owner and Navy veteran Greg Gagnon, this veteran-owned business continues a legacy built on craftsmanship, integrity, and service to both country and community. From commercial storefronts in West Hartford Center to residential glass repair and restoration projects across the state, Capitol Glass remains a trusted name in the Design District.

We’re proud to spotlight a local business with such deep roots, strong values, and lasting impact right here in West Hartford. 💙

04/29/2026

Rooted in more than just tree care 🌳

In the Design District, Trout Brook Arborists is all about connection—combining expert knowledge with a true passion for community. From guiding homeowners on tree health to showing up when it matters most after major storms, their work goes beyond service—it’s personal.

Built right here in West Hartford, their mission is simple: educate, care, and give back to the place they call home.

03/19/2026

From construction sites to luxury interiors, Kellie Burke’s passion for design was built from the ground up. 🛠️✨ Leading Kellie Burke Interiors in West Hartford’s Design District, she transforms spaces into emotional, lived-in works of art—where structure meets artistry. Her work brings warmth, authenticity, and timeless style to every home and commercial space she touches.

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Sponsored advertising content provided by Linked MediaKellie Burke Interiors: A Childhood Built on Construction SitesBy Irene O’Connor, Linked MediaFor Kellie Burke, design was never just a career path – it was a calling.Growing up in Avon, she spent her childhood on construction sites with her ...

03/12/2026

A family tradition, built on tile and trust. 🟦
This week on the blog, we’re featuring Tile America, a Connecticut staple for over 60 years. From Italian imports to the latest trends in pattern and style, Brian Knies and his team bring craftsmanship, expertise, and personal service to every project in the Design District and beyond.
👉 Read the full story and explore a showroom where tile truly takes center stage: https://we-ha.com/by-design-stories-from-the-west-hartford-design-district-6/

Sponsored advertising content provided by Linked MediaTile America: A Family Tradition of Tile Expertise and Customer ServiceBy Irene O’Connor, Linked MediaWhen you go to Tile America at 585 New Park Avenue in West Hartford’s Design District, you will be surrounded by creativity – elegant patt...

03/05/2026

From a hammer at 17 to a lifetime of design. 🛠️✨
This week on the blog, we’re featuring Holland Kitchens & Baths, a family-founded West Hartford business that has been shaping kitchens and bathrooms for over 40 years. With meticulous craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and lasting relationships, Jim Corthouts and his team bring every home renovation to life.
👉 Read the full story and see how passion meets design in the heart of the Design District: https://bit.ly/49AFqjO

Sponsored advertising content provided by Linked MediaHolland Kitchens & Baths: Shaping Living Spaces with a Lifelong Love of Building and DesignBy Irene O’Connor, Linked MediaFor more than four decades, Holland Kitchens & Baths has been a fixture in the home-remodeling landscape of Greater Hartfo...

02/26/2026

Crafting homes with care—and a family touch. 🛠️
This week on the blog, we’re featuring Gozzo Design & Remodel, a third-generation, family-owned business in the Design District. From kitchens and baths to full additions, Bill Gozzo Jr. combines hands-on expertise with personalized design to help homes grow with the families who live in them.
👉 Read the full story and see how passion meets craftsmanship: https://bit.ly/3LVHY2Y

Sponsored advertising content provided by Linked Media A Passion for his Craft : An Interview with Bill Gozzo Jr. of Gozzo Design & Remodel By Irene O’Connor, Linked Media Tucked into West Hartford’s Design District on Jefferson Avenue, Gozzo Design & Remodel is rooted in craftsmanship, traditio...

02/19/2026

100 years strong—and still moving forward. 🚚
This week on the blog, we’re featuring Daley Moving & Storage, a multi-generational, family-owned business built on trust, care, and showing up for customers during life’s biggest transitions. From antiques to entire households, they prove that moving can still be personal.
👉 Read the full story: https://bit.ly/4nJAT3E

Sponsored advertising content provided by Linked MediaDaley Moving & Storage: 100 Years Strong and Still Moving ForwardBy Irene O’Connor, Linked MediaFor nearly a century, Daley Moving & Storage has been the name Connecticut families trust when it’s time to move forward, whether it’s a new cha...

02/12/2026

A bold pivot—and a family partnership. 🛁
This week on the blog, we’re featuring CT Shower and Bath, a mother-and-son–owned Design District business redefining bathroom and kitchen design. After leaving corporate careers behind, they’ve built a hands-on, relationship-driven company focused on beautiful, functional, and accessible spaces.
👉 Read the full story and meet the duo behind the designs: https://bit.ly/4sM0NWR

Sponsored advertising content provided by Linked Media A mother and son re-invent themselves as a Design District Business. By Irene O’Connor, Linked Media In August 2024, a mother and son duo – Michael and Regina Gezelman – started on a bold new journey. After decades in the insurance world, ...

02/05/2026

Powered by service, built to last. 🛠️
This week on the blog, we’re featuring Coastal Tool, a family-owned West Hartford original that’s been serving contractors and DIYers alike since 1980. From early e-commerce pioneers to unmatched in-store expertise, their story proves that great tools—and great service—never go out of style.
👉 Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/4r3OcwD

Sponsored advertising content provided by Linked Media Coastal Tool: A Family Story Powered by Service By Irene O’Connor, Linked Media When Rob Ludgin opened Coastal Tool & Supply in 1980, there was no roadmap for a family-owned tool business. At the time, the tool supply world was dominated by bi...

01/29/2026

Built on precision, problem-solving, and family roots. 🏗️
This week on the blog, we’re spotlighting Cianci Engineering, a third-generation, family-owned structural engineering firm right here in the Design District. From residential renovations to forensic investigations, their work ensures every project starts with a solid foundation.
👉 Read the full story and learn why structure always comes first: https://bit.ly/4jS7dQ7

Sponsored advertising content provided by Linked Media Cianci Engineering: A Legacy of Precision, Problem-Solving, and Family Roots By Irene O’Connor, Linked Media In the heart of West Hartford’s Design District on Hurlbut Street, Cianci Engineering is a third-generation, family-owned consulting...