Eileen Diana Blau (1931–2023)
Former Owner and Honorary Chair
Eileen Blau brought intellectual curiosity and artistic sensibility to everything she touched. Trained in mathematics at Brooklyn College, where she met her husband and creative partner, Barry Blau, she balanced logic with imagination — qualities that defined both her life and her home.
From the basement of their Westport residence, Eileen supported Barry’s launch of Barry Blau & Partners, a small venture that grew into an international advertising agency. A passionate reader, artist, and collector, she filled their mid-century modern home with art and artifacts from around the world — a living reflection of her fascination with ideas, cultures, and the creative spirit.
Her presence continues to be felt at Blau House & Gardens, where her blend of intellect, warmth, and aesthetic vision endures as both foundation and inspiration.