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Montauk and the Hamptons L auren Rottet — architect, designer, furniture designer — is the founding principal of Rottet Studio with offices in NYC, L.A., and Houston. Clients include the New York Stock Exchange, United Talent Agency, Four Seasons Bogotá, St. Regis Aspen, and The Beverly Hills Hotel Bungalows. She purchased and restored the George Nelson House in Montauk. CA When to go. Of course, everyone loves summer in the Hamptons and Montauk, but the most wonderful month is September. The crowds are gone, fall is in the air, the ocean waters are warm, and the local farms are still selling produce. Rituals. Duryea's Market & Café for coffee and to feed the swans and ducklings in the morning fog … Antique shopping in Amagansett … Early-morning walks on the beach in the mist — so peaceful. Retail. I do much of my shopping in the Hamptons because it's such a fun outing. The shops are small but well curated. Since my home is in Montauk, Southampton is a bit far, so I shop in East Hampton. A typical shopping day looks like this: Late-morning drive in from Montauk. Start with a coffee from Tutto Caffè, then go by Whites for all the pharmacy necessities and latest in-the-know skin products and candles. Then to Main Street, where you'll find Bonne Nuit (cashmere and nightwear), Manolo Blahnik, Nili Lotan (perfect for a Hamptons fall lifestyle), a stop in Ralph Lauren, and on to Newtown Lane for Brunello Cucinelli and Zimmermann. Next, it's lunch at Sant Ambroeus — I love the chicken paillard. Design and art. East Hampton: Clic for cashmere throws, ottomans, tabletop … Sag Harbor: Monc XIII is a must for incredibly beautiful home furnishings and accessories with some vintage. And In Home, which packs everything you need for the kitchen and dining in one tiny shop … Montauk: Indy Home, a mall shop, but I always find something (serving bowls, coasters, pillows) … Bridgehampton: I love to go in John Salibello. I've bought vintage lighting, benches, and great accessories … Southampton (if I venture that far): Homenature. Restaurants. Dopo la Spiaggia in Sag Harbor on the Harbor — I love the branzino and any pasta. Le Bilboquet, Sag Harbor, for the salad with lobster and, of course, the French fries. Mavericks Montauk for steak. Joni's Kitchen in Montauk for breakfast wraps, smoothies, and the flax waffle. Inlet Seafood in Montauk, owned by local fisherman. Under-the-radar bar. The Crow's Nest in Montauk for French 77. Watering hole on the social stage. The Surf Lodge, Montauk, or the new Tutto Caffè in East Hampton. Art scene. Parrish Art Museum in Southampton. LongHouse Reserve — beautiful gardens with amazing sculpture; this is the home of the late Jack Lenor Larsen, a must in East Hampton. Also in East Hampton, Guild Hall and Pollock-Krasner House and Study Center; the artists' splattered paint is still on the floors and walls. Inspiring. Galleries and artists on your radar. The Drawing Room, East Hampton. Recommended in their stable: Jennifer Bartlett and Vija Celmins. Currently I'm looking for an Eric Fischl. Date with the past. All of Sag Harbor or The 1770 House Restaurant & Inn in East Hampton … Montauk Point Lighthouse, commissioned by George Washington in 1792 … Deep Hollow Ranch in Montauk, formerly known as the Third House, where Teddy Roosevelt and his Rough Riders were stationed after returning from Cuba. Best place to take a visitor. Any and all of the amazing beaches. Each has its own personality. And The Montauket for no-frills, right-out-of -the- water seafood. Monc XIII The Surf Lodge Above: Parrish Art Museum Julian Schnabel at Guild Hall BILYANA DIMITROVA GARY MAMAY 44