Winter of 2019 we had the pleasure of working with the Camp Merrowvista staff on a renovation project. Camp Merrowvista holds a special place in my heart as it’s where my daughter grew up every summer both physically and emotionally. Merrowvista located in Center Tuftonboro, NH on Danhole Pond in the White Mountains is… Continue reading Camp Merrowvista is Home Away from Home!
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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
Why Tile Sets the Stage for Any Space
Do you know why tile sets the stage for any space? Well, let me tell you (in case you didn’t know) tile is expensive and fairly permeant. There is definitely a skill-set when it comes to installing tile and not one that I have ventured into myself. Along with electricians and plumbers, I figure… Continue reading Why Tile Sets the Stage for Any Space
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
These are a Few of My Favorite Things
Raindrop on roses and whiskers on kittens, these are a few of my favorite things… just kidding, but they actually are, yet I doubt you care. My favorite things in the design world, you might care about so let’s give it a try… TILE Subway (all shapes, sizes and colors), 24×24 porcelain, 12 x… Continue reading These are a Few of My Favorite Things
Why Gardens Bring Health to You & Your Home
It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of foundation plantings. As a matter of fact, I usually draw in the foundation plantings before presenting the first rendition of the design to my clients. Let’s face it, foundation is ugly, and plants are pretty. But besides “pretty” they also can provide a great deal of… Continue reading Why Gardens Bring Health to You & Your Home
Staying Sane in a Crazy World
Mother Nature is saying, it’s time to slow down. I’m finding slowing down, living mindfully, and being gentle with myself to be rewarding and centering… I also find myself feeling a little lost. I’m not sure why but I feel really busy so focusing on slowing down in an intentional way is very important… Continue reading Staying Sane in a Crazy World
Home Improvements for While You are Home During Coronavirus
Are you looking for some home improvements projects that you can do while you are in quarantine with Coronavirus? There is no doubt that this is a crazy and difficult time for everyone and staying focused is difficult. But along with eating right, exercising outside, breathing deep and focusing on the positive, being productive is… Continue reading Home Improvements for While You are Home During Coronavirus
Prayer Ties
I’m inviting you and my community to make and hang the prayer ties outside your home or business as a symbol of prayer, peace, gratitude and support. At this time of social distancing, I want to emphasize contemplative insights and practices that help us heal our sense of separation and isolation, promote connection and awaken… Continue reading Prayer Ties
6 Key Morning Routines to Keep You Going During COVID-19 Crises Lockdown
Have you established your new morning routine for this COVID19 lockdown? I have found my new routine is setting my mind straight and ready for the day. On March 6th, we went on vacation to the Bahamas, meeting our daughter, Kate who goes to KU for her spring break then my other daughter, Elle joined… Continue reading 6 Key Morning Routines to Keep You Going During COVID-19 Crises Lockdown