Materials in March

March always brings longer days with more sunlight and this year a ton of much-needed hope. It also brings a ton of work as we specify building materials for our clients.   Selecting materials is a complex process and essential to keeping the project moving forward in an efficient manner. Let’s dive into the process… Continue reading Materials in March

Highlights of the New Englander Meets Modern

One of my favorite projects was this New Englander meets Modern. The project scope was to own the fact that this 1910 New Englander needed an addition renovation and the client’s design aesthetic is modern so from the minute entering the house, one experiences absolute modern elements while the modern is only visible from the… Continue reading Highlights of the New Englander Meets Modern

New Construction Cape Make its Debut

This sweet new construction cape can be easily defined as classic and modern with clean lines and calming aesthetics. But how did we get there? It’s been a journey, that is for sure!   The homeowners purchased a home that was in disrepair on a large .26 acre lot on a unique dead-end street in… Continue reading New Construction Cape Make its Debut

Before & After of New Englander Meets Modern

Before and after photos are some of my favorites and New Englander meets modern is one of my all-time favorites. Remember, we work on projects for a LONG time before they are actually photographed. In this project, I started working with the clients in November 2017, designed until April 2018, the Portsmouth Planning Department slowed… Continue reading Before & After of New Englander Meets Modern

Traditional Farmhouse

This new construction traditional farmhouse is located on 11 acres in Durham, NH. Inspired by her parent’s home in CT, my client focused primarily on designing a home that is classic to the eye. It is designed to be built efficiently with standard height studs determining the wall height and standard structural requirements. The four-bedroom,… Continue reading Traditional Farmhouse