Are you looking to create a connected and cohesive home from the exterior to the interior? Today we’re looking at an ongoing project, the Steel Farmhouse, for inspiration on how materials can intentionally pull the whole home together. Here are some design decisions we’ve made so far: Use of steel – Incorporating structural steel into… Continue reading Marrying the Interiors to the Exteriors with Materials
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How to Prep for a Planning Board Meeting
Do you need board approval for the home project that you are wanting to complete? Or, are you confused about what that even means? Here we go, I’ll explain the logic and process and how to proceed forward to build your dream come true. Honestly, it’s probably my least favorite part of my job because… Continue reading How to Prep for a Planning Board Meeting
Time to Consider Landscaping
Even though in New England, our ground is brown and the trees are naked, it’s time to consider landscaping. Since the beginning of February, the landscapers have been contacting me about getting designs done and placing material orders. But unfortunately, like everything else in the world, landscape materials, plants, trees, and labor are in short… Continue reading Time to Consider Landscaping
Pinterest Points the Way
To be honest, most designers I know spend a lot of time protecting their intellectual property. I’m one of them and you won’t see a lot of my resources or details about how we created something amazingly cool on my client project pages. The Rocky Bay Home project is different though… It’s a “cheat… Continue reading Pinterest Points the Way
Simply a Classic Farmhouse
Who doesn’t love a classic farmhouse? It is a journey back to the days of simplicity. And that was the goal with this home. The property is 11 acres located in Durham, NH at the top of a hill overlooking fields and wetlands. My clients are a sweet, young couple with young children. The family… Continue reading Simply a Classic Farmhouse
Antique Cape gets an Upgrade
This sweet antique cape located in Durham, NH gets an upgrade! The scope of this project really centered around the fact that the existing house was a two-bedroom house for a family of five – clearly, we needed to add two bedrooms! It’s very rare to have clients who stay focused on the original scope… Continue reading Antique Cape gets an Upgrade
What Actually Happens When You Put on an Addition?
Have you ever wondered what happens when you put on an addition? Most people are pretty excited to start their addition / renovation project but unclear about what actually happens at the beginning phase. I thought I would walk you through the beginning process. SETTING THE STAGE: This beach cottage is in need of some… Continue reading What Actually Happens When You Put on an Addition?
Key Aspects of Creating an Addition to an Antique Home
What are the key aspect of creating an addition to an antique home? How about I tell you the story of this sweet antique home located in Durham, NH. This home is owned by a young couple with three small children. The original house was a 1700’s Antique Cape, two bedroom, two bath, 1800 sf… Continue reading Key Aspects of Creating an Addition to an Antique Home
Why Rooflines Determine Your Window Options
Have you ever wondered why rooflines determine your window options? No doubt, windows are the eyes into and out of the house. One of the most challenging and interesting parts of designing a house is windows. Designing windows is mulit-layered and complex and rooflines will be a strong determiner of what and how windows… Continue reading Why Rooflines Determine Your Window Options
Why Simplicity is Difficult
Why is simplicity difficult? Because creating a “simple” looking space with clean lines is actually very complicated! There is not a lot of trim or overlapping of product to hide any margin of error. A clean, flush line actually takes an incredible amount of planning, organization and communication between many trades. The result is absolutely… Continue reading Why Simplicity is Difficult