Are you looking for a terrific tile? Well, it turns out that we are too. We are always searching for that perfect tile, so I thought I would share our process on how we land at final tile decisions. APPLICATION The application of tile is very important in the decision-making process. The kitchen backsplash, back… Continue reading Terrific Tiles
Author: Elle Murphy
How to Hire and Work with Your Contractor
As you consider doing a new project, buying plans, or just changing your materials in the house with a renovation, the first thing you want to do is hire a contractor. DIY is great for small projects like painting, but much more than that, you will need a licensed professional to hire, trust and do… Continue reading How to Hire and Work with Your Contractor
Our Favorite Lighting for the Dark Winter Months
If you’re like us, you may be feeling a little down during these dreary winter months. While we may not be to soak up the sun as much, adding ambient lighting to your living space may help to brighten your mood. We love incorporating fun lighting – table lamps, floor lamps, and plug-in pendants –… Continue reading Our Favorite Lighting for the Dark Winter Months
Marrying the Interiors to the Exteriors with Material
Are you looking to create a connected and cohesive home from the exterior to the interior? Today we’re looking at an ongoing project, the Steel Farmhouse, for inspiration on how materials can intentionally pull the whole home together. Here are some design decisions we’ve made so far: Use of steel. Incorporating structural steel into the… Continue reading Marrying the Interiors to the Exteriors with Material
Best Materials of 2021
It seems that in 2021 what was “typical” was either projects happening very fast or very slow. To say that this is a strange way to manage a company is putting it lightly, but we are getting through it with smiles on our faces and a solid positive attitude. It also helps to have such… Continue reading Best Materials of 2021
Best Mudroom & Bathroom of 2021: Cape Expansion
This sweet cape is home to a young family of five in Portsmouth, NH. The original house when purchased was a three bedroom, 2.5 bath without a garage. Thankfully, we were easily able to add an addition to the left, avoiding any city board requirements as the original owners had clearly planned for the addition,… Continue reading Best Mudroom & Bathroom of 2021: Cape Expansion
Best Completed Project of 2021: New Englander Expansion
This newly renovated New Englander needed some help when we first met its homeowners! With a vision and budget to match, these homeowners took advantage of a very fast-moving market and closed on this Downtown Portsmouth New Englander quickly to start work as soon as possible. Even though they inevitably got caught up in the… Continue reading Best Completed Project of 2021: New Englander Expansion
Best Interior Design of 2021: New Castle Ocean View Reno
This project is in New Castle, NH on the bay overlooking the Isles of Sholes. The house was formerly owned by the homeowner’s parents and when the homeowners took the house over, they conducted a major renovation involving bathrooms and the kitchen. For some reason, the former designer didn’t complete the project. As such, I… Continue reading Best Interior Design of 2021: New Castle Ocean View Reno
How to Select Colors for Your Walls
Are you getting ready to paint a room or select colors for your entire house? For many, this process is daunting and paralyzing. I watch some of my clients simply torture themselves over paint colors and often I wonder, why? Then, I step back and realize that this is their process and I’m along for the… Continue reading How to Select Colors for Your Walls
Terrific Tiles
Are you getting ready to tile your bathroom, kitchen, or mudroom? I spend a lot of time specifying and purchasing tiles, so I thought I would share a few tips and tricks to think about as you move through your project. TILE SELECTION: The tile selection can be a daunting step for many. Just walking… Continue reading Terrific Tiles