It seems that in 2021 what was “typical” was either projects happening very fast or very slow. To say that this is a strange way to manage a company is putting it lightly, but we are getting through it with smiles on our faces and a solid positive attitude. It also helps to have such… Continue reading Best Materials of 2021
Category: Interiors
Best Mudroom & Bathroom of 2021: Cape Expansion
This sweet cape is home to a young family of five in Portsmouth, NH. The original house when purchased was a three bedroom, 2.5 bath without a garage. Thankfully, we were easily able to add an addition to the left, avoiding any city board requirements as the original owners had clearly planned for the addition,… Continue reading Best Mudroom & Bathroom of 2021: Cape Expansion
Best Completed Project of 2021: New Englander Expansion
This newly renovated New Englander needed some help when we first met its homeowners! With a vision and budget to match, these homeowners took advantage of a very fast-moving market and closed on this Downtown Portsmouth New Englander quickly to start work as soon as possible. Even though they inevitably got caught up in the… Continue reading Best Completed Project of 2021: New Englander Expansion
Best Interior Design of 2021: New Castle Ocean View Reno
This project is in New Castle, NH on the bay overlooking the Isles of Sholes. The house was formerly owned by the homeowner’s parents and when the homeowners took the house over, they conducted a major renovation involving bathrooms and the kitchen. For some reason, the former designer didn’t complete the project. As such, I… Continue reading Best Interior Design of 2021: New Castle Ocean View Reno
How to Select Colors for Your Walls
Are you getting ready to paint a room or select colors for your entire house? For many, this process is daunting and paralyzing. I watch some of my clients simply torture themselves over paint colors and often I wonder, why? Then, I step back and realize that this is their process and I’m along for the… Continue reading How to Select Colors for Your Walls
Terrific Tiles
Are you getting ready to tile your bathroom, kitchen, or mudroom? I spend a lot of time specifying and purchasing tiles, so I thought I would share a few tips and tricks to think about as you move through your project. TILE SELECTION: The tile selection can be a daunting step for many. Just walking… Continue reading Terrific Tiles
Fabulous Floors
Are you in the process of selecting or redoing your floors? There are so many options out there that it can be a little overwhelming. So, let’s see if we can simplify it a bit for you. SELECT THE TYPE: Application: Are you restricted by any sort of existing flooring or can you just move… Continue reading Fabulous Floors
Material Selections that Matter
One of my favorite things to do in my job is select materials for projects. It’s fun and inspiring, and materials always bring a project to life! But, if you are working on a renovation or new construction project it might be a bit overwhelming. So here is a sneak peak into the ADH process… Continue reading Material Selections that Matter
How To Make Your Interior Bright & Beautiful Throughout the Winter
As we begin to hunker down for the winter and resolve to spend more time indoors, I thought I would put together a list of what I do to create a cozy home for the winter. PLANTS: I love gardening and it’s important to me to continue to keep my thumb green. So, I bring… Continue reading How To Make Your Interior Bright & Beautiful Throughout the Winter
How to Determine Your Style
Are you struggling to figure out your style? As you are starting a project, or even if you’re just wanting to refresh your home, it’s helpful to determine a home style so that your home feels cohesive and authentic to you. Your priority should be to define a consistent style that you can thread throughout… Continue reading How to Determine Your Style