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Posted Oct 24 at 11:54 AM in by Sandy Giardi
Video of Stunning Home Restoration in Middletown, Rhode Island
Second Act
The Boothden restoration on the Sakonnet River rewrites history
A Queen Anne, Stick-style home along the Sakonnet River in Middletown, RI, once belonged to noted Shakespearean actor Edwin Booth. Booth, billed as one of the finest lead characters in the tragic play Hamlet, had commissioned famed architect Calvert Vaux...
Posted Oct 23 at 3:06 PM in by Jen Harvey
MGa | Marcus Gleysteen Architects created this amazing, full-sized basketball court inside a barn for a family in Weston, MA. From a first glance outside, it may just look like a barn. However once you peer inside, you’ll see an awesome space for games and gatherings. Natural sunlight streams in through the high windows, and a living room on the second floor gives the audience an elevated...
Posted Oct 23 at 12:36 PM in by carly stewart
Living Made Easy with Home Automation Growing in Popularity
Inside many homes, home automation technology is continuing to be found and used to benefit homeowners in a multitude of ways. Tom and Tara Meissner’s Portsmouth home is one that has conveniently transformed due to the incorporation of home automation, and now acts as part of their everyday routine has become almost unimaginable.
The...
Posted Oct 23 at 11:48 AM in by carly stewart
On October 12, 2017, Audio Video Design was recognized for professional excellence with a coveted Gold PRISM Award. AVD is a concierge firm for smart home technology, automation and integration.
Audio Video Design won the award in the category Best Use of Smart Home Technology and was recognized as trailblazer in their field.
Project Credits: Audio Video Design; Encore Construction; Kotzen...
Posted Oct 18 at 12:28 PM in by carly stewart
October 7 - November 5
The Junior League of Boston announces its partnership with the Belmont Woman's Club to host the 2017 Designer Show House. This premier design showcase will feature the creative talents of the Boston area's top designers and landscapers.
The Master Bedroom/Afternoon Retreat before it is transformed by Robin Gannon of Robin Gannon Interiors. Image by Elaine Fredrick
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Posted Oct 12 at 4:42 PM in by Jen Harvey
Article by Paul Lazes of Rock Pond Kitchens
There are certain design choices that are nearly always right: black dress, black suit, white kitchen. There’s value to keeping things simple. Less can be more.
Everyone knows a woman who wears black with a set of earrings or other jewelry has a complete look. It’s similar with a white kitchen. It’s classic and what makes it individualized are the...
Posted Oct 10 at 4:04 PM in by Sandy Giardi
Those looking to include a taste of the Continent in their stateside abodes— without committing to a full overhaul—have inspired new offerings to consider….
“Bois et Couleur” at Dowel Furniture
Custom furniture maker Dowel Furniture, who has crafted bespoke wood and upholstered chairs and end tables for over 30 years, has recently partnered with interior designer Barbara Elza Hirsch of Elza B....
Posted Oct 10 at 7:49 AM in by Jen Harvey
JD Staron is a favorite floor covering resource for Home Life. Founder of Home Life Rose Ann Humphrey is excited to share their new Lavish Collection. She explains, “Their coverings are fantastic, beautiful and even romantic!” The Lavish Collection is JD Staron’s first collection that uses three textural fabrics weaves along a single needle yam insertion. This allows the fabric to stay intact...
Posted Oct 9 at 2:02 PM in by Sandy Giardi
Wander Lust
Sometimes we're so enamored of a locale that we want to bring it—or a slice of it—home. We love the style of that particular place, the feeling it conjures and, of course, the memories. Kudos to the creators who are making these joys daily experiences. The following designs are steeped in a sense of place—whether reflecting favorite vacation spots, personal journeys or a bit of both....
Posted Oct 9 at 10:15 AM in by carly stewart
This white pumpkin floral arrangement brings a fun and creative sense of elegance to any table top.
Keep the contrast with a color coordinated arrangement of green-toned gourds.
Incorporating a combination of richly colored plants and flowers beside some candles and metal silverware make for a luxurious and festive table setting. A touch of eggplant purple is the finishing touch to this...
