Are you looking for that perfect rug? A lot more care and thought goes into the final purchase of a rug than one would think, so let us help you! Recently, I helped a client who was moving into a new house select and purchase all new rugs. So, I thought I would provide you… Continue reading How to Choose that Perfect Rug
Author: Amy Dutton
Holy Hale!
Holy Hale! Hale’s is In! Are you looking for a talented, creative, all-inclusive landscaping team? Hale’s Landscaping is the answer! Steve and John Hale of Hale’s Landscaping are the brothers that have brought landscaping into the realm of creative design with rock, moss, lichen and native New England plants to make your entry, front and/or… Continue reading Holy Hale!
How to get More Space in Your Home
Do you need more space in your home? This sweet little (as in 900 sf) house needed a bit more space! There were a few barriers for this project. 1) The second floor has a ceiling height of only 6’4″ and has a modest footprint. So, in order to get height for a second floor, we would need… Continue reading How to get More Space in Your Home
Winter & Construction Drawings
What do you do in the winter? Ya know what we do at amy dutton Home? DESIGN! Our winter months are spent working with our amazing clients designing their homes. My job is to work with clients to translate all their dreams into a design concept that they absolutely love. Then, there is a shift… Continue reading Winter & Construction Drawings
Designing from the Inside Out
Where to begin in the design process? Designing from the inside out is a common concept among designers. In New England, we spend a LOT of time inside! Therefore, when I design I start designing from the view of the kitchen sink. Literally! The kitchen sink is an integral part of home life as it relates… Continue reading Designing from the Inside Out
How to Choose the Right Front Door
Are you looking for that perfect front door? Do you know HOW to choose the right front door? It’s a big decision because it is the first impression from as far away from the street. In order to know how to choose the right front door, you need to be aware of the design elements that… Continue reading How to Choose the Right Front Door
Starting a New Home Together
Starting a new home together is not for the faint of heart. It Is for those who have hearts filled with love. Love…makes the project much easier but it is still a frustrating & fun experience. Seacoast Weddings is a great resource for that bride who is putting it all together for her magical day.… Continue reading Starting a New Home Together
What are Stone Fabricators?
You’ve heard the term before but what are stone fabricators? Well, they are the very talented guys that physically measure and cut the stone that goes in your kitchens, bathroom or anywhere you have a stone surface. What are stone fabricators? They are the guys that somehow fit these huge, heavy pieces of granite, marble,… Continue reading What are Stone Fabricators?
How to bring COLOR into your home and not freak out!
Are you afraid of adding color to your home? Or do you really like color but you find that you don’t know how to bring color into your home and not freak out! Well, there is a bit of a formula that you can follow to find a balance of colors that work together and… Continue reading How to bring COLOR into your home and not freak out!
COVE is coming to Portsmouth, NH
COVE is coming to Portsmouth, NH located at 30 Maplewood Avenue, it was designed by Jen Ramsey of Somma Studios. The building that houses COVE Workspace has been under renovation for the last few years and as has a nice modern, updated yet respectful historic balance of architecture. COVE Workspace stands for ‘Cooperative Venture Workspace’. They are… Continue reading COVE is coming to Portsmouth, NH