Are you curious about what is coming down the pipe at ADH? Well, how about a sneak peek at our upcoming projects? This sweet little house is new construction and will be located on Cass Street in Portsmouth’s West End. Chris Martin of MBS Builders will be building this low New Englander that tucks… Continue reading Sneak Peek at our Upcoming Designs
Category: exteriors
Windows with a View
Sometimes, I have clients who are so clear about their vision that they just take me along for the ride. This is one of those projects. I was simply the instrument to get their dreams and vision communicated to the builder. I’ve been working with these clients for 5 years through 3 renovations –… Continue reading Windows with a View
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
The patio vs deck controversy
Are you considering adding an outdoor space to enjoy nature while entertaining (and yes, making social distancing more enjoyable)? Often the question is whether to install a patio or a deck so let’s review some details about both options. The PATIO A patio is a great way to add natural materials to your outdoor space… Continue reading The patio vs deck controversy
Characteristics of a Screen Porch / 3- Season / Sunroom
For those of you who love the outdoors and want to sit back, relax and enjoy nature without having the bugs eat you alive or get wet from rain, a screen porch / 3- season room / sun room are usually at the top of your list when we start designing a space. But what… Continue reading Characteristics of a Screen Porch / 3- Season / Sunroom
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
Best of 2019 Projects
Happy 2020! I have to admit, I love even numbers. And I especially love 2020 because it’s the last 4-digits of my phone number. This… will be a good year. But before we jump in too far into 2020, I wanted to take an opportunity to thank all my clients (current & past) and highlight… Continue reading Best of 2019 Projects
New Englander Meets Modern – V2
Stout Heart is a marketing company located in Portsmouth, NH and Amy Dutton Home is lucky enough to have them design our website and other marketing materials. We are also lucky enough to have been able to design the renovation of the principal’s home. “New Englander Meets Modern” is a home that had an existing… Continue reading New Englander Meets Modern – V2
Starting 2020 With a Fresh New Look
If you are looking to starting your 2020 with a fresh new look for your house, challenge on! Amy Dutton Home is looking forward to working with you on your project. Interior Design – Interiors of any space from commercial to residential. Anything inside the interior of your home is what is considered up for… Continue reading Starting 2020 With a Fresh New Look
How to Blend an Addition with a Classic Bungalow
Bungalows are the classic home that everyone loves because they have deep overhangs, multiple interesting rooflines and remain low to the ground while still have the ability to have a good amount of square footage within their roof system. But adding an addition to a bungalow can be a challenge for all the reasons why… Continue reading How to Blend an Addition with a Classic Bungalow