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Posted Sep 26 at 4:09 PM in Blog by Bella diGrazia
A private enclave, protected by lush layers of plants and vegetation, sits right on Nonquitt Beach in South Dartmouth. The protective oasis, with its vanishing edge pool and equipped pool house, is the perfect summer getaway, but it’s a never ending job.
“The landscape is exposed to wind, saltwater, and storms that come up and down the coast,” said Troy Sober, principal of Gregory Lombardi Design...
Posted Sep 22 at 11:42 AM in Blog by Admin
If you ask Gerard Lynch what he considers the most transformational event in smart home technology over the last few years, he won’t hesitate to answer. It’s the evolution of lighting into a technology product.
“Today, lighting technology is the heart of the smart home,” Lynch explains. “Lighting can now replicate natural light and the sun itself. It can bring the feel of the outdoors inside. It...
Posted Sep 21 at 2:22 PM in Blog by Admin
During Clarke’s 2022 Designer Appreciation Night, guests were introduced to three designers who have embraced The Galley Workstation, reinventing kitchen layouts to serve up a more functional space for homeowners and their families. The Galley represents a whole new category of kitchen appliance, a complete culinary system where one can prepare, cook, serve, entertain and clean all in one central...
Posted Sep 21 at 1:36 PM in Blog by Bella diGrazia
A tranquil home, embraced by the ocean, sits right on the edge of the North Shore. The best part of building it? Working with the homeowner, said Thad Siemasko, Founding Principal of SV Design. “The client was open to looking at the home in a less traditional way which was refreshing and added an element of fun to the process,” he added.
Finished in February 2018, Siemasko said this project took...
Posted Sep 20 at 2:22 PM in Blog by Bella diGrazia
What was once old is new again in a historic Boston neighborhood. With the vintage charm we love and the updated modern appliances we need, this home is a decor-lover’s dream, one conjured up by F.H. Perry Builder and ART Architects to delight a family making a move from the suburbs back into the heart of things in the city. With the right team in place, this gem of a five-story home in Beacon...
Posted Sep 7 at 1:16 PM in Blog by Melanie Perillo
In 1997, I started this journey because of my love and passion for homes and all that you can create with them. So many of the clients who have showcased their beautiful work with BDG over the years have even taught me a trick or two. Here are my Publisher's Picks: a breakdown of the best-dressed areas of my home.
In my home, my gallery wall is one of my favorite areas. I started it with one of...
Posted Sep 2 at 8:47 AM in Blog by Admin
As the owners of Newton Kitchens & Design (NKD), Tricia and Pierre Matta understand what it takes to make your kitchen both beautiful and functional for today’s modern lifestyle. Having recently renovated their own kitchen, here are the “must-have” elements that they can’t live without!
Transitional Lighting
Being able to create an ambiance in your kitchen is essential, according to the Matta...
Posted Aug 23 at 10:39 AM in Blog by Admin
Our BDG clients have expert knowledge when it comes to the products and services that are needed for building and designing. When they choose a product from another professional, it’s understood that they are choosing top-tier quality.
SBS OneSource is a one-stop shop for architects and builders looking for the highest quality architectural windows and doors from top manufacturers like Loewen,...
Posted Jul 22 at 12:28 PM in Blog by Admin
What’s the one thing you need for your waterside retreat? A separate tea house where you can escape and relax. With peaceful views, open space and a fireplace, this ladies getaway is the spectacular opposite of a man cave.
The Texas clients, a family with grandchildren to entertain, envisioned a haven to enjoy during the summers. They nestled into their Mattapoisett vacation home in the summer of...
Posted Jul 18 at 12:00 AM in Blog by Admin
When building or renovating a home for the modern Boston family, it takes an experienced and high-level builder to make the process run smoothly. David Magee of Magee Builders, a high-end custom home builder specializing in classic to contemporary custom homes, intricate renovations and historic restorations, walks us through some of the new trends in the custom home building process.
With many...