Have you ever wondered why countertops are such a difficult process to buy and install? The short answer is that everyone has to get their mark-up on your countertop before it can actually hit your kitchen. True but reasonable. While it might sound unfair, this is a heavily guarded and complicated industry. After all, you… Continue reading Countertops That Make A Statement
Category: Kitchen
How to Create an Effective Communication Center at Home
Do you want to know how to create effective communication at home? Basically, create a communication cabinet! Some people have a sort of “drop zone” part of their kitchen counter – obviously, this drives me nuts. I typically design a designated “Shit Shelf” where people can put their phone chargers, calendars, grocery lists, phone and… Continue reading How to Create an Effective Communication Center at Home
Get Ready for Fall With a Pantry Desk
Why do you think a Pantry desk is best? They always say, “Location, location, location” and this desk location is the best! While fall knocks on our door and we think about saying “good-bye” to summer, (sadly) it’s time to get organized again. Gone are the days of letting mail and paperwork stack up while… Continue reading Get Ready for Fall With a Pantry Desk
Island Life
In New England we believe that island life is for living big and entertaining! It might not be warm every day of the year here, but we certainly don’t mind entertaining inside when we have an huge island to say “cheers” around. This island houses the following: The sink Dishwasher Tupperware Storage Trash & recycling… Continue reading Island Life
Custom Furniture Creates Opportunities
When you purchase custom furniture, it creates an opportunity for space and materials to be perfect. Absolutely perfect! With this modern kitchen renovation we shopped a lot for the right table, in the right material, at the right price. It didn’t exist. So, I was able to create them with Tyler Jackson, Haven Hill Builders.… Continue reading Custom Furniture Creates Opportunities
Power of the Island
Have you ever been sitting at your island and needed to plug in your phone or laptop but found it either impossible or awkward? Electrical code dictates there has to be electrical outlets in an island within 12” from an overhang for two reasons: To avoid cords from stretching across the kitchen. To avoid small… Continue reading Power of the Island
Rye Modern Reno
Creativity, patience, communication and a budget to match the vision were key components to success of this Rye, NH kitchen renovation. I started working on this project in November 2015 and it officially wrapped up December 2017. The construction portion of the project spanning 8 consecutive weeks, leaving the rest of the time for design… Continue reading Rye Modern Reno
Cool Sinks Set the Stage
Cool sinks set the stage for kitchens, powder rooms, bathrooms, pantries, bars and more. As a matter of fact, I think of the sink and faucet as a piece of functional art. The Spaces: Powder Rooms are a place where you can have fun with design and color. Typically a tiny room on the first… Continue reading Cool Sinks Set the Stage
Transitional Farmhouse Kitchen Welcomes Light & Love
Capturing light and love in a kitchen is a common goal in most of my designs and this transitional farmhouse kitchen welcomed it with open arms. With a play on shades of white, grey and wood, we were able to create a warm depth and balance between materials that calms the soul. This was my… Continue reading Transitional Farmhouse Kitchen Welcomes Light & Love
Spring Cleaning: Summer Dishes Set-Up
Who’s ready to entertain outdoors? I certainly am!!! Outside space is an extension to our interiors and expands our square footage dramatically; why not make this your primary space to entertain as long as you can? You just don’t want broken dishes and glasses in your outdoor space. In order to make this successful and… Continue reading Spring Cleaning: Summer Dishes Set-Up