Tag: architecture

Tips for Creating a Stylish and Functional Dining Room

Dining rooms are a special place where family and friends can come together to share delicious meals and create precious memories. During special occasions like holiday celebrations or simple daily use, your dining room should be a perfect blend of style and functionality. With the right design elements, you can transform your dining room into… Continue reading Tips for Creating a Stylish and Functional Dining Room

Floor Plans: 4 Mistakes to Make Sure You Avoid

Designing a floor plan is a crucial step in creating a functional and aesthetically pleasing home. However, there are common mistakes that can hinder a floor plan’s success and we’re here to help you avoid them! Here are four floor plan mistakes to steer clear of in your home: Lack of Clear Paths of Travel:… Continue reading Floor Plans: 4 Mistakes to Make Sure You Avoid

11 Kitchen Refresh Ideas We Love

Refreshing your kitchen can breathe new life into your home and enhance both its functionality and aesthetic appeal. From updating your cabinetry and countertops to incorporating texture and pattern into your space, there are countless ways to transform your kitchen into the most stylish, functional, and inviting room of your home! Whether you are looking… Continue reading 11 Kitchen Refresh Ideas We Love

8 Benefits of Working with an Interior Designer

Starting a home renovation or redesign project can be an exciting task! From choosing the right color palette to selecting furniture and materials that fits your style, the process can be fun and refreshing but may quickly become overwhelming. This is where working with an interior designer can make a huge difference. Not only can… Continue reading 8 Benefits of Working with an Interior Designer

Tips for Creating a Cohesive Color Scheme in Your Home

Creating a cohesive color scheme in your home is crucial for achieving a harmonious and visually appealing space! Whether you prefer an eclectic mix of colors or more of a monochromatic look, thoughtful consideration of your color choices is key to ensure they complement each other well. Here are some tips to help you create… Continue reading Tips for Creating a Cohesive Color Scheme in Your Home

Permitting Process: What to be Prepared for Timeline Wise

If you’re a homeowner, you may be familiar with the permitting process. You may also know how confusing or time consuming this process can be. Clients should be prepared for potential delays in the permitting process for a home remodel or new construction build, as it can vary depending on the complexity of the project… Continue reading Permitting Process: What to be Prepared for Timeline Wise

Marrying the Interiors to the Exteriors with Materials

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

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