Do you know what is under your floors and walls? Don’t worry, most people don’t. Until there is a problem that is. On this project, we were hired to replace the marble (a soft stone) floor because there was a large crack straight in a line. Needless to say, it’s not as easy as… Continue reading Why Structure is a BIG Deal
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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
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
Horizontal Outlets Paired with Subway Tiles Create the Perfect Marriage
Do you know why horizontal outlets paired with subway tiles create a perfect marriage? Quite simply, because they are basically the same shape. When using a subway tile backsplash, the best installation is to have the outlets installed horizontally so that they will blend gracefully together. While it’s just about impossible to have the pattern… Continue reading Horizontal Outlets Paired with Subway Tiles Create the Perfect Marriage
Order Your Thanksgiving Chairs & Linens NOW!
Do you need to order your Thanksgiving chairs now? Or do you simply need an extra chair or two for your Thanksgiving guests? We have chairs! Actually, we have awesome chairs both in stock and available for custom order. Come in or email: orders@amyduttonhome.com and we can guide you through the buying process. Most of… Continue reading Order Your Thanksgiving Chairs & Linens NOW!
Functional vs. Decorative Kitchen Lighting
I love lighting! Decorative lighting can be seen as a form of artwork or an accent piece in a room or a functional aspect to modern living. Focusing on lighting elements can help define space or create a powerful vignette. I always tell my clients that the goal is to control the eye. We really… Continue reading Functional vs. Decorative Kitchen Lighting
There is Nothing Like a Hot Bath
Sometimes, there is nothing like a hot bath to take all the worries away! I find that typically my clients are passionate about their bathtubs if they want one. And now, there are several approaches to purchasing, designs for installing and locations to consider outside of the traditional approach. Let’s discover a few together: LOCATION:… Continue reading There is Nothing Like a Hot Bath
Nature Inspires the Organic Fabric Line
I love to hike! There is just something about being outside all day and working hard physically that feels so very rewarding! My favorite place to hike is the White Mountains and taking on a 4000’ mountain. Typically, with these vertical climbs, I need to sit and catch my breath. It is in these restful… Continue reading Nature Inspires the Organic Fabric Line
Key Elements to Selecting the Right Cabinetry Supplier
Are you in the market for new cabinetry either in your bedroom, bathroom or closet? If so, it probably means two things are happening: You have a much larger job ahead of you than just selecting a new cabinet. You are in the midst of making a lot of complex decisions in a short amount… Continue reading Key Elements to Selecting the Right Cabinetry Supplier
Blue Pottery
What is special about Jaipur Blue Pottery? When I was in India, I couldn’t resist visiting one of the famous Jaipur Blue Pottery manufacturing plants and store. And… I brought home some very special finds just for you! Jaipur Blue Pottery is created from mixing quartz stone powder, powdered glass, Multani Mitti (Fuller’s Earth), borax,… Continue reading Blue Pottery