New England Design... Redefined
In an article entitled “Interior Brick: Paint it or leave it?” home makeover TV show producer Brian Flynn says that some brick is simply a sin to paint. Some brick is a sin to touch at all, especially when it comes to historic homes and buildings. Aged brick walls and features add incredible texture, character, and…Read More
You can never have too many places to sit and relax in your home. That’s why we love the idea turning staircase landings into sitting areas that are perfect when you want to read a good book or enjoy a cup of tea and would like a small change in scenery. With the right design…Read More
The reason why so many individuals seek to restore historic homes in New England is because of their wonderful character and charm. So when decorating historic homes for the holidays, the goal should be to reflect the timeless look and feel of the residence through tasteful and thoughtful holiday decor. Here are some tips straight…Read More
Using modern technology to power certain household items just makes sense. And as solar panel systems move farther away from their original bulky designs, homeowners are taking advantage of more accessible and streamlined solar-powered devices and appliances. Solar ovens are becoming very popular along with solar water heaters and solar pool heaters. Solar lighting has…Read More
Trends in architecture do not come and go as quickly as trends in fashion or even interior design. But, ideas about style and our needs and wants according to our lifestyles do evolve and change over time. From an insightful piece in the recent issue of New England Home magazine, here are the trends that architects are…Read More
In the day of ipads, Nooks and Kindles it is surprising that home libraries continue to be a popular architectural feature. It would seem logical that people designing a new home would have no interest in a room devoted to something as archaic as books! Well logic doesn’t always hold … interest in home libraries…Read More
