The Newmarket New Construction has started the design process! Come along for the ride… this will be fun! My client has purchased 12 acres in Newmarket, NH where he is the last property on a dead end road abutting conservation land. What a great find & purchase! The property currently has an antique house (in… Continue reading Meet Newmarket New Construction
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Arborvitaes Are Your Friend!
Why are arborvitaes your friend? Well, your neighbor might not be your friend but an arborvitae will certainly help you get along. It’s simple, it you like your privacy, arborvitaes are definitely your friend. They say fences make great neighbors. I say, “Fences keep your dog in your yard, arborvitaes make great neighbors”. Why? The… Continue reading Arborvitaes Are Your Friend!
Tile’s Dirty Little Secrets – Dye Lots, Grout Lines, and Application!
What is tile’s dirty little secret? Well, there are many! Tile is amazingly fun AND complicated. It’s important to know what you need BEFORE you start a project. DYE LOTS Just like fabric, engineered tile has dye lots. All tiles shipped from the manufacturer tagged your project name should be from the same exact dye… Continue reading Tile’s Dirty Little Secrets – Dye Lots, Grout Lines, and Application!
Time for Timelines
Planning a project timeline, no matter what the size, is the most important part of your project. The first three questions that I ask people when they reach out to me about a potential project is: Budget (what is the max. amount that you are willing to spend on the project – everyone has this… Continue reading Time for Timelines
Three Key Things to Know About Your Kitchen Installation
What are three key things to know about your kitchen installation? Always be home when your kitchen cabinets arrive. First and foremost, is it what you ordered?Be prepared for missing parts. Believe it or not, this is fairly typical so don’t panic just be patient. Your installer and designer know how to do their jobs… Continue reading Three Key Things to Know About Your Kitchen Installation
Why Succulents are Power Plants
Do you know why succulents are power plants? It’s because they are incredibly flexible and forgiving. Flexibility is always appreciated. When a plant is able to reproduce, live with little water, grow inside or outside we can safely call them flexible. Preproduction is not only fun but it’s also artistic and cost-efficient, All you have… Continue reading Why Succulents are Power Plants
The Devil is in the Details
It’s true, the devil is in the details. Obviously, details are important in the design industry. Most people realize this from looking at magazines or online. But until you are in the middle of a project, it’s hard to get your head wrapped around ALL those details and it’s nice to have a designer along… Continue reading The Devil is in the Details
Why the Center of the Sink Sets the Stage
Why? Why the center of the sink sets the stage for the entire kitchen is an important question for homeowners to know. It’s a detail for sure. When I design a kitchen, I always start with the kitchen window… specifically, the exact center of the kitchen window. If it is a new construction or we… Continue reading Why the Center of the Sink Sets the Stage
NH Home’s “Home of the Year!”
This project recently won NH Home of the Year and Excellence in Remodeling / Renovation Design Award. How someone else won this award is a bit beyond me but I think it’s still important to celebrate all the people who worked so hard on this project. When you hire Amy Dutton Home, or any… Continue reading NH Home’s “Home of the Year!”
How to Open Up Your Interior Space
Are you wondering how to open up your interior space? Most people strive to create some sort of open concept space for modern living. This kind of floor plan allows for more casual living especially between living room, dining room and kitchen. Conversations can be heard and people can be seen between the spaces allowing… Continue reading How to Open Up Your Interior Space