It May be a Great Month to Start Planning a Remodel

May 16, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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In honor of National Remodeling Month, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) has released several great resources to help homeowners prepare for a home update. From green remodeling to aging in place, there are even resources that would be particularly helpful owners of historic homes here in New England. We especially recommend the Home Improvement 101: A…Read More

Introducing a New Addition to TMS Architects Team: Lafe Covill

May 14, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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  We are happy to introduce a new addition to the TMS Architects Team, Lafe Covill, Associate AIA. Lafe attended the School of Architecture at Syracuse University and comes to us with over twenty years of professional experience, during which he has been involved with numerous commercial, public, and residential projects. Lafe has always had…Read More

It’s National Preservation Month

May 9, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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If you’ve been following our blog for any length of time, you’re well aware that the preservation of historic places and spaces is a passion of ours. That’s why May is an important month here at TMS Architects, as it’s National Preservation Month! Preservation Month is an initiative of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The month-long…Read More

Design Details: Balustrades

May 7, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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A quick look at our portfolio will show anyone that we really care about the details of every project. While a project might seem insignificant to someone who isn’t very familiar with the design process, the “little” details often add that extra bit of depth and character to a home’s design. Whether we’re working on…Read More

Exploring the Federal Architecture Style

April 30, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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Last month we delved into Shingle Style Homes. This month, we’re exploring the Federal architecture style and some of its most common features. The Federal style was a very popular style in residential design during the years surrounding the American Revolution, when Roman architecture experienced a “revival” in America, according to Encyclopedia Britannica. As Front Door…Read More

The 2013 New Hampshire Preservation Alliance Auction

April 24, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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It’s time for the 2013 New Hampshire Preservation Alliance Auction. Now through May 12th, you can place your bid on a variety of great items, such as gift certificates, vacations, and many other unique items, all the while supporting the Preservation Alliance. Here is a glimpse at a few of the items up for bid……Read More

Office Designs are Opening Up

April 22, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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Much of our work here at TMS Architects involves architecture for residential spaces and historic renovation from traditional to contemporary. But we also have experience in creating more modern designs for commercial office spaces, so it’s important for us to keep current with the latest trends in office design in addition to residential trends. Recent trends point…Read More

Architecturally Beautiful Playhouses

April 17, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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Over the past few months, we’ve discussed design ideas for chicken coops, bird feeders, and doghouses that enhance your landscape and highlight your home’s architectural features. But chickens, birds, and dogs aren’t the only ones you can treat to a luxurious outdoor space of their own! Many homeowners plan for a specific area of their…Read More

Great Guest House Design Ideas

April 5, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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Do you often host family and friends from out-of-town for holidays and long weekends? An extra bedroom and bathroom is always nice, but how bout adding a separate guest house to your New England home? Guest houses allow your family or friends to come and go as they please without interrupting your daily schedule and…Read More