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Posted Mar 12 at 11:33 AM in by Sandy Giardi
We recently learned of a sensational home renovation on Boston’s South Shore by architect Roger O. Hoit Architect. The firm took an ugly duckling on Hingham Harbor and turned it into an elegant swan. The client literally phoned architect Roger O. Hoit, AIA, to report that they had “just bought the ugliest home in Hingham,” shares the South Shore architect, and that they’d like him to turn it into...
Posted Mar 9 at 4:14 PM in by Sandy Giardi
It’s your lucky day! Since March is the time for the wearing of the green, we’ve sourced some vibrant and festive finds in retail stores throughout New England for your table, walls and favorite spaces.
Nantucket Looms
This jade green mohair throw, photographed in Ireland, is made by master weavers in Nantucket Looms’ Main Street studio. Downy and luxurious, the limited-edition textile is among...
Posted Mar 8 at 1:05 PM in by Sandy Giardi
It has taken some doing, but wallpaper is on the comeback trail and one of the spring’s hottest new trends. Dean Sawyer, an Interior Designer at LDa Architecture & Interiors, tells us, “People have let go of the bad ’70s wallpaper and are looking to be more adventurous with their design. Wallpaper is the perfect way to add another layer for dimension, texture and depth.”
LDa Architecture...
Posted Mar 7 at 11:07 PM in by Sandy Giardi
The Black Horse Real Estate Team has shared that Sudbury, a historic town near and dear to our hearts and home to Boston Design Guide, has ranked #2 as the Best Suburb to Raise a Family in Massachusetts, according to the Niche public data platform. Sudbury was second only to Lexington, which nabbed the #1 slot.
The accolade considers criteria meaningful to families—such as the quality of schools...
Posted Mar 6 at 3:09 PM in by Sandy Giardi
After a successful debut in Las Vegas, Dowel Furniture’s new Duncan Hughes collection is officially launched. The small but sexy line where “mid century meets art deco” pays homage to iconic American musicians, writers and celebrities of the mid century, people who, says Boston-based interior designer Duncan Hughes “made the world around them a more beautiful and interesting place.”
Interior...
Posted Mar 5 at 2:52 PM in by Sandy Giardi
Preppy, chic, coastal, Oriental, so many looks, so little time. There may be no other color pairing with quite the versatility or timelessness of blue and white. We salute designs that do it right....
photo by Sam Gray
Kotzen Interiors, LLP
Nantucket Looms
Patrick Ahearn Architect
Vu Design
LDa Architecture & Interiors
SLC Interiors, Inc.
Main image: Surroundings Home, photo by Greg...
Posted Mar 5 at 12:02 PM in by Sandy Giardi
The homeowners of a historic farmhouse and barn in Stratham, New Hampshire, who were seriously considering downsizing, initially thought that all they really needed in a new home was internet access and proximity to the airport. But, when push came to shove, they found that they also preferred to stay close to family, if possible.
They could have the best of both worlds if they could inhabit a...
Posted Mar 3 at 1:09 PM in by Sandy Giardi
After a coastal nor’easter with whipping winds and high tides, we thought we'd bring you some visual solace. These projects are the lamb to March’s lion, and some calm after the storm.... Enjoy these soothing spaces and sites—they’re easy on the eye and good for the soul.
Architecture by Catalano Architects; construction by JW Construction; landscape architecture by Gregory Lombardi Design;...
Posted Mar 2 at 6:46 PM in by Sandy Giardi
Nothing gives a room a lift quite like wallpaper. Wallpaper transforms a space almost immediately, casting a mood of elegance, warmth, vibrance or all of the above. It is also as forgiving as it is attractive, and can mask imperfections. Most of all, it brings a fresh look and great satisfaction.
In-store design pros Sandy Krenz at Debsan The Decorating Store and Sarah Winroth and Sarah Melnick...
Posted Mar 1 at 10:00 PM in by Sandy Giardi
By all accounts, this week’s Web & Wine event for interior designers was a hit. The staff at BDG instantly bonded with a fantastic group of design professionals—some new faces, some whose careers we’ve been following for quite some time now.
Open and lively discussion with this group.
We got a glimpse of some of the designers’ AMAZING new projects and had the opportunity to talk to them...
