Aging in Place with Thoughtful Home Design

June 6, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Photo via Houzz

Remodeling Magazine recently reported on a MetLife Mature Market Institute survey conducted in late 2012 which revealed that 82% of older baby boomers are electing to age in place rather than move. According to the report, this is a 7% increase among the same group of people, defined as boomers born in 1946, since the previous…Read More

Can You Change the World in 15 Minutes?

June 5, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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  Our guest blogger, J. Dennis Robinson, was recently honored by being asked to deliver a TEDx talk and we are honored that he chose to share this with TMS Architects.  This marvelous talk presents a wonderful opportunity to learn more about Dennis, Portsmouth, technology and his unique take on the history of our area.…Read More

Making the Most of Your Space with a Breakfast Nook

June 1, 2013 By Leave a Comment
breakfast nook with a great view

The word “nook” may conjure up images of a thorough house cleaning in which the smallest of crevasses and tightest spaces are freed of dust and dirt. But to a designer, the word is often related to spaces of the home in which an awkward corner can be transformed into a cozy, stylish spot full…Read More

A Tour of Victorian-Era Architecture

May 31, 2013 By Leave a Comment

Named after 19th century British Queen Victoria, Victorian-era architecture is all about distinctive ornamentation that can come in a variety of styles and combination of features. The most recognizable Victorian-era architecture is the Queen Anne style. From steep roof lines and multiple colors to decorative gables and engaging textures, with Victorian designs of the Queen Anne style “more…Read More

Brae Burn Country Club – A New Look Takes Shape

May 30, 2013 By Leave a Comment
A view of rear of the clubhouse with the new curved wall of windows in the Grille Dining Room

Brae Burn Country Club, located in West Newton, MA and founded in 1897, has a storied past, steeped in tradition and has played an integral role in advancing the sport of golf in America.  With a challenging Donald Ross-designed course, the club has hosted seven USGA Championships. TMS Architects has been honored to work with…Read More