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122 Step by Step

Cecilia Casagrande redefines the meaning of thorough—and the possibilities of trim—in the suburbs of Boston.

132

Friends in High Places

Trevor Fulmer combines a lofty location with an elevated design plan to bring a friend’s dream home to fruition.

140

Best of Both Worlds

A home deep in the Mad River Valley showcases a streamlined Scandinavian sensibility while still honoring its rugged surroundings.

150

Then and Wow

The surprise inside this old house is a boldly modern interior.

39 Special Spaces

A design team retrofits a storied landscape with a pavilion that looks like it was there from the beginning. 48 Good Bones

This new contemporary residence feels right at home on an old family property in Westport, Massachusetts. 56

Thoughtfully layered outdoor spaces made for conversation, connection, and time well spent— water included.

68 Things We Love

Take the party outside with these furnishings and accessories. 76 Things They Love

Landscape architect Keith LeBlanc talks pruning shears, cypress knees, and home-cooked gumbo. 80 Inspired Interiors

Lighting, both natural and artisanal, helps define a summer home on New Hampshire’s Seacoast.

88 Shop Visit

Beloved home goods store Honeychurch moves from Connecticut to the Berkshires. 92 Artistry

Caleb Kenna’s aerial photography both documents and delights.

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179 In the Details

Get up close and personal with craftspeople from three of this issue’s featured homes.

184 On the Market

Three expansive estates with outdoor space for everyone.

190 Design Dispatches

Read up on industry news and mark your calendars with these must-attend events.

192 The Scene

A look back at a host of designrelated events. 200

RISD graduate Joyce Lin’s sculptural furniture garners the attention of the Society of Arts + Crafts.

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Producing our March-April issue is perhaps the greatest test of ou r skills as magazine storytellers. We flex our collective imaginations to conjure spring from the midst of an often-unforgiving New England w i nter, then wrap it all up in a post-holiday sprint toward our midJa nuary press deadline. How did we do? Read on, friends. I think we nailed it.

We open with an inspired pool house that deftly draws from classical architecture and its surrounding historic grounds. I’ve been eagerly anticipating sharing this gem since it took home a prestigious Bulfinch Award from the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art in 2024. And because one pool is never enough, we gathered several more to spark your imagination. Naturalistic pools have long been on my wish list, and the enchanting example on page 56 is designed for 365 days of visual interest (no months spent gazing at a pool cover), while the plunge pool on page 60 is planted for all four seasons and engineered for year-round use.

If, like me, your eyes are craving color this time of year, turn to page 122. Casagrande Studio emptied the crayon box into this renovated Victorian and layered on lush patterns and textural details. If you prefer a quieter sensibility, the thoughtful mountainside getaway on page 140 offers a calming interior scheme wh ile wrapping itself in the forest just outside rather than clearing it away.

We hope our spring daydream encourages warm thoughts. Daylight saving time is right around the corner and with it the promise of season’s change once more.

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Bloom, the new lighting collection from Rhode Island-based Hwang Bishop, draws inspiration from desert botanicals and wind-carved dunes. The petal-like forms are handcrafted and preserve subtle ridges where fingers press clay. Ceramic artist and company founder Felicia Hwang describes them as “alive in the hand, quiet in the room.” hwangbishop.com

UK-based paint and wallpaper company Little Greene has released its sixth wallpaper collection in collaboration with the National Trust. In the Garden features eight new designs inspired by gardens with historic provenance. Of note are Castle Garden, depicting the iconic outdoor rooms at Sissinghurst Castle Garden in Kent, and May’s Tulip (shown above), a scrolling floral by William Morris’s daughter, May. littlegreene.us

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Boston-area interiors photographer Joyelle West loves collaborating with clients to tell the stories of homes and the people who inhabit them. For “Then and Wow” on page 150, she says she was captivated by the home’s sense of whimsy. “When you walk in the front door and see a larger-than-life piece of art that is a rainbow collage of the human figure, it sets the stage. Around every corner, a new color, pattern, design element, or piece of art sparked joy and provided inspiration for everyday living.”

Writer Alyssa Giacobbe has nearly twenty-five years of experience writing about design and renovation but little success doing it on her own (“I know at this point it’s probably me,” she says.) Nevertheless, she’s currently undertaking a full renovation of a formerly abandoned A-frame ski house in Maine’s Carrabassett Valley. Writing “Modern Refuge” on page 80 reminded her of the importance of an indoors/ outdoors approach. “I love projects that so seamlessly combine the two,” she says. Giacobbe teaches yoga in Portland and also writes for Architectural Digest, Entrepreneur, Globe Magazine, and Men’s Health

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A design team retrofits a storied landscape with a pavilion that looks like it was there from the beginning.

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The pool and pool house were built on the site of an asphalt tennis court that long ago fell into disrepair. Frederick Law Olmsted’s original landscaping did not have to be compromised.

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How do you plunk a pool house into the middle of magnificent gardens designed more than a century ago by Frederick Law Olmsted? Very carefully.

“Our trucks couldn’t veer off by more than an inch,” says Jessica Griffith, principal of b+h Custom Builders, describing how her team had to navigate the narrow half-mile road that led from the home’s driveway through the gardens and over to the building site. “The moss at the path’s edges is perfect. The landscaping is perfect.”

As for the 1,000-square-foot pool house, architect and interior designer

Catherine Truman opted for what she describes as “a modest building that defers to the landscape,” taking architectural cues both from the gardens themselves and the property’s historic structures. Arches in the pergola, a garden shed, and outbuildings, all designed by Olmsted, are reflected in

ABOVE: The kitchenette island’s walnut top is made from a single slab of wood. The counter stools are by Richard Watson. BELOW: “There’s no front door,” says architect Catherine Truman. “The entire facade to the pool is permeable, with a view out to the ocean.” She chose easy-on-the-eye neutrals for furnishings, including an antique daybed sourced from 1stDibs and upholstered in a Holly Hunt fabric.

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the design of the pool house doors and windows. The structure was sited to preserve a pair of ancient trees and, of course, the ocean view.

Truman painted the pool house the same custom green that has graced the other pavilions on the property since the early 1900s; she opted for the same color on interior doors and kitchenette cabinetry, as well. It all looks inevitable, like a century-old conservatory or orangery. And it all resulted in a 2024 Bulfinch Award from the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art.

Landscape architect Jon Pate paid close attention to the arrival sequence. “Coming from the main house, you go through a couple of Olmsted’s well-defined formal garden ‘rooms’ before arriving at the pool house,” he says. “The one just before you reach the pool is very colorful, very vibrant. We wanted a break from that feel. So when you enter the pool house area, the plantings are all meant to be tranquil and verdant with very few flowers.”

ABOVE: Below the pediment on the side of the pool house, an integrated louver serves an air circulation system that cools the building without air conditioning. LEFT: The mirror in the half bath is an antique folk art piece, while the vanity evokes an old flower table. Unlacquered brass door hardware from Frank Allart will rapidly patinate in the salt air.

Even from the rear terrace, a more sheltered spot for meals, the view remains at the ready.

Folding chairs from Teak Warehouse, with custom cushions fabricated by Christopher Shelton of C

In other words, the aesthetic of strong horticultural thresholds that Olmsted used to create his garden rooms extends to this addition, making the new build look all the more like it has always been there. “People wonder if it’s an old structure, which is the greatest compliment,” Pate says.

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ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIOR DESIGN: Catherine Truman Architecture & Interiors

BUILDER: b+h Custom Builders

LANDSCAPE DESIGN: Pate Landscape Architecture

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Settling in Nicely

This new contemporary residence feels right at home on an old family property in Westport, Massachusetts.

Text by ALYSSA BIRD | Photography by ANTHONY CRISAFULLI

Situated on a tenacre riverfront property that’s been in the owner’s family for decades, this Westport, Massachusetts, residence represents a true meeting of the minds. When designing the structure,

Studio Hearth Architecture + Design met with the couple who would be living in the new home, as well as the husband’s mother, who resides in a farmhouse on the rear of the property.

“The site feels like a big outdoor room, with the surrounding woodlands creating these walls and the ceiling open to the sky,” explains landscape architect Dennis Staton. “It’s very dramatic.”

“The residence needed to fit into the greater family complex,” says architect Joe Combs, who, along with the firm’s Erin Hunter, combined the most critical mandates to satisfy the entire family.

“The husband likes the modern, flatroof style that was popular in Sea Ranch, California, during the 1970s, while the wife prefers traditional New England colonials, so we manipulated various architectural elements until it started to gel.”

One feature all three wanted, notes Hunter, was a large gable, which relates to the barns on the site. Somewhat surprisingly, the family eschewed a

ABOVE: The exterior is a combination of shingles and horizontal and vertical boards—all of which are red cedar. “The knotty red cedar paneling lends so much visual interest to the house,” says Victoria Talbot of Jacob Talbot Fine Homebuilders. “We installed it with the rough side out, which has a lovely textured finish.” LEFT: A covered passageway connects the carport and the main living areas.

traditional garage. Instead, the architects dreamed up a slatted carport inspired by tobacco-drying barns.

The resulting 3,500-square-foot home—sited on an open meadow near the woodland edge—features a cruciform-shape plan with three outdoor spaces and a covered passage between the carport and living areas.

“There’s no front door and no front or back side,” explains Combs of the cedar building. “The carport and passageway that light up like a lantern, in addition to the stone pathways, are architectural clues that help visitors find their way into the house.”

The surrounding landscape is just as

“EVEN WHEN IT’S GLOOMY OUTSIDE, THIS HOUSE MAKES YOU FEEL COZY AND NESTLED IN.” —Architect Joe Combs

ABOVE: The living room features oak beams and flooring as well as floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the meadow. LEFT: Brushed-granite and cherry countertops and glazed terracotta backsplash tiles join oak accents and blue cabinetry in the kitchen; the pendant lights are from Design Within Reach.

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critical, especially given that the husband is a beekeeper and specifically requested pollinator plantings.

Fieldstone and granite walkways are kept simple, as are the bluestone terraces that flank the kitchen, while native plantings lend interest.

“The goal was to make the landscape feel like an inevitable response to the house,” says landscape architect Tim Brown of Design Outside, who worked on the site with his business partner, Dennis Staton.

Inside, a free-flowing floor plan makes for easy entertaining. Ancillary spaces, such as the guest room, office, music room, and gym, are located upstairs, while the primary suite is on the first floor. Perhaps the most popular place to perch, however, is the living room, with its floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the meadow. “Even when it’s gloomy outside,” notes Combs, “this house makes you feel cozy and nestled in.”

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ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIOR DESIGN:

Studio Hearth Architecture + Design

BUILDER: Jacob Talbot Fine Homebuilders

LANDSCAPE DESIGN: Design Outside

A soaking tub from Badeloft overlooks the meadow in the primary bath, which features turquoise zellige tiles, a honed-limestone floor, and a white-oak vanity topped with Danby marble countertops.

Out in the Open

Thoughtfully layered outdoor spaces made for conversation, connection, and time well spent—water included.

Text by PAULA M. BODAH

The fieldstone terrace surrounding this pool is planted with thyme, potentilla, and veronica, softening the edges and enhancing the scene’s natural, timeworn feel.

ABOVE: Driven by existing ledge and topography, this organically shaped pool reads like a natural swimming hole.

BELOW: A planted walkway linking the house to the pool features pickerelweed, blue flag iris, bullrush, asters, and native grasses, supporting pollinators while reinforcing the pool’s chemical-free, regenerative system.

Carved by Nature

Set into existing ledge and framed by native plantings, this Gloucester, Massachusetts, swimming pool feels less designed than discovered. The sinuous, amoeba-shaped basin—nearly fifty feet long at its fullest stretch—was dictated almost entirely by what the land offered up: a wet meadow of alders and blueberries, and a dramatic outcropping that now serves as a jumping rock. “The topography and existing ledge drove a lot of our decisions,” says landscape designer Hilarie Holdsworth, who ultimately shifted from the planned rubber-lined pool to gunite in order to celebrate the exposed stone.

A regeneration zone edged in peastone and planted with pickerelweed, native blue flag iris, bulrush, and asters filters the water naturally, eliminating

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the need for chemicals. Plants that thrive in or near water blur the pool’s edges, while fieldstone slabs form a terrace that appears to have settled there over decades. Grasses, clethra, hydrangeas, and creeping

thyme knit into crevices, softening every seam. Even in winter, Holdsworth notes, the view reads not as a closed pool but “like a quiet pond,” alive with texture, wildlife, and seasonal beauty.

Layered plantings soften the stonework, with astilbe and lady’s mantle in the foreground, dogwoods providing scale, boxwoods offering year-round structure, and hydrangeas bringing long-season blooms.

Built to Flow

What was once a fractured backyard in Wellesley, Massachusetts, now unfolds as a sequence of outdoor rooms unified by material, movement, and purpose. “The space was very divided,” says landscape architect Scott Cornish of a Blade of Grass, the company that reimagined the steep site by defining

zones for gathering, swimming, and relaxing, then knitting them together so the journey feels natural. Stone terraces step down toward a compact plunge pool, sized to preserve a generous lawn.

Plantings play a quiet but essential role. Dogwoods anchor key views, while hydrangeas, spirea, roses,

and drifts of astilbe and lady’s mantle soften walls and stairs. Boxwood hedges provide structure through the colder months. “You get year-round color from the boxwood,” Cornish says, “and seasonal interest from the perennials and flowering shrubs.”

A roofed screened porch by New England Design & Construction extends the home’s Greek Revival bones. “We went off what existed and let the architecture lead,” says company CEO David Supple, pointing to the continued colonnade and beadboard ceiling. Radiant heat beneath the flooring and snow-melt systems at steps and pool coping stretch the season well beyond summer.

CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: An eleven-by-sixteen-foot plunge pool suits the family’s needs while preserving lawn space; radiant-heated coping and steps extend the soaking season. Designed to feel original to the house, the screened porch continues the Greek Revival–inspired colonnade and features beadboard ceilings, skylights, and radiant floor heat for year-round comfort. What began as a disjointed backyard is now a series of outdoor rooms, unified by stone terraces and carefully managed grade changes that guide movement from house to pool and lawn.

LANDSCAPE DESIGN: a Blade of Grass

ARCHITECTURE AND BUILDER: New England Design & Construction

PHOTOGRAPHY: Michael J. Lee

Higher Ground

Perched high above the Concord River, this Carlisle, Massachusetts, property was always about the view. The challenge for landscape architect Peter White of ZEN Associates was introducing a pool and gathering spaces without letting them compete with that long, serene sweep of water below.

Working within a conservation buffer zone, White placed the pool off to the side of the home’s primary sightlines, allowing the river to remain the star. Pushed to the edge of a natural slope, the pool becomes a negative-edge feature, its water quietly spilling away while preserving generous space between house and pool for lounging, socializing, and sun.

TOP TO BOTTOM: Positioned just off the home’s primary sight lines, the negative-edge pool delivers drama without competing with views of the Concord River. Generous lounge seating between the house and pool creates a relaxed gathering zone where adults can socialize comfortably while keeping an easy eye on kids in the water.

14’x20’ Ziegler Mahal Circa 1880

ABOVE: A poolside kitchen and fire table mirror the home’s distinctive modern lines, creating a relaxed seating zone oriented toward views of the river beyond. BELOW: Boulder groupings and layered plantings introduce a Japanese-viewing-garden sensibility on the way to the backyard, establishing structure and rhythm.

An outdoor kitchen and fire table help define active zones, while layered plantings—both native and ornamental—soften transitions and ensure yearround interest. Low-growing junipers, blueberries, and barberry maintain views near the pool, and ferns, mountain laurel, viburnums, and red maples add depth beyond.

Material choices echo the home’s architecture: full-depth New England fieldstone walls and pale French limestone paving visually extend the interior outdoors, creating a cohesive, multigenerational landscape designed to draw family back again and again.

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LANDSCAPE DESIGN: ZEN Associates

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Interview by JENNA TALBOTT | Port rait by JOE NAVAS

1. The last thing I bought and loved…was a painting by Paul Rizzo, titled Coffee, Sunglasses and Me. Paul is an artist my husband and I first met at The Commons, a space we have supported since its inception.

2. A place that means a lot to me…is Bearberry Hill, part of the Cape Cod National Seashore near our house. It’s a short hike, but the reward is a magnificent view from a high dune carpeted in bearberry.

3. The best book I’ve ever read…is the most recent one. After a stay at the Chelsea Hotel in NYC, I was inspired to read Patti Smith’s memoir, Bread of Angels. Her voice and life remain endlessly compelling.

4. My go-to gardening tool…is my FELCO pruning shears. The red handles make them much easier to find when dropped.

5. The best gift I’ve received…was a pug named Logan. I was not a dog person at all—until I became one instantly.

6. And the best gifts I’ve given recently…are dog treats from Polkadog in the South End. We lost our dog Logan a few years ago and now live vicariously through friends’ dogs, so we always keep treats on hand to share.

7. I have a collection of…all kinds of things. Living with minimalism in mind, our collec tions rotate in and out of storage. Currently on our mantel is a grouping of Louisiana cypress knees—sculptural, expressive, and exotic to many who visit us on the Cape.

8. In my fridge you’ll always find…andouille sausage from Wayne Jacob’s Smokehouse and Restaurant, outside New Orleans. It’s essential for a proper home-cooked gumbo on cold nights.

9. My favorite landscape to visit…is the Bloedel Reserve on Bainbridge Island in Washington. The natural reserve surrounds landscape architect-designed gardens flanking a manor house. Richard Haag’s woodland glade with its reflecting pool is purity at its best.

10. The best piece of advice I ever received…was from my father who said, “Follow your talent.” He recognized my aptitude for drawing at an early age and brought home copies of Landscape Architecture Magazine from his workplace. He encouraged me to use that skill. I still draw.

11. The best souvenirs I have ever brought home…are objects collected rather than purchased: stones, driftwood, seed pods, and fragments gathered from significant places. They carry meaning without clutter and, when repeated, can form a collection.

12. When I need to feel inspired I…go for a quiet walk. Movement, light, and observation—especially in familiar landscapes where seasonal patterns of light can be observed—reset my thinking.

13. My favorite indoor plant…is a begonia-rex hybrid called China Curl. It’s finicky but worth the care. My favorite outdoor plant is magnolia virginiana, which is native to Massachusetts. It’s typically multi-trunked with small white intoxicatingly fragrant summer blooms.

14. In another life, I would have been…a graphic designer. The clarity of information and how it’s presented continues to fascinate me.

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Lighting, both natural and artisanal, helps define a summer home on New Hampshire’s Seacoast.

The dining area, anchored by a custom table and an Apparatus chandelier, opens to the living room.

Text by ALYSSA GIACOBBE | Phot ography by ARI KELLERMAN | Styling b y SARAH STORMS GREENWALD

It was the height of Covid when the couple reached out to Portland, Maine-based firm Whitten Architects looking for help creating a summer retreat in Rye, New Hampshire. The pair spent most of the winter months as snowbirds in Florida and sought a modern beach retreat to come “home” to. “They’re big outdoors people,” says Whitten principal Russ Tyson. “And they wanted this home to reflect that love, both inside and out.”

ABOVE: Roman clay plaster on the walls and ceilings throughout the house begins in the entryway, as does the interesting use of lighting; witness the pair of vintage sconces. The bench is by Jacob Kielland-Brandt. BELOW: Architect Russ Tyson worked to accommodate the clients’ request for a centerpiece TV in the living room while also providing a view out to nature.

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Right from the get-go, Tyson pulled in Heidi Lachapelle Interiors, a frequent collaborator. The firms were afforded wide creative license, even though the couple hadn’t worked with either before. “They were incredibly trusting, even as things evolved,” says Heidi Lachapelle, “which is really lovely, because magic happens when you can combine what’s happening on paper with what’s happening on-site, and you know that you can shift and adjust.”

Tyson arranged the 3,500-square-foot, three-bedroom, open-floor-plan home around a bell-shaped courtyard. Most rooms face the sun, toward light and nature, and offer immediate access to the outside. Expansive window and door profiles, designed in collaboration with Lachapelle, were chosen to let the outside “pour in,” says Tyson. A first-floor guest suite allows for aging in place.

Lachapelle, in turn, worked to craft interiors that were “incredibly materialsforward,” she says, focusing on natural textures that enhance the architecture’s clean lines. One major feature: Lachapelle

came up with the idea of surfacing the interior walls and ceilings in Roman clay.

“It created this very organic-feeling texture that is pretty incredible,” says Tyson. “It’s almost like a piece of pottery that you can touch, and it plays a big part in the overall inside-out feel of the home.”

Lighting, says Lachapelle, also narrates the entire aesthetic, and for that

TOP TO BOTTOM: The open kitchen features some of interior designer Heidi Lachapelle’s favorite lighting: pendants by Allied Maker. A tucked-away butler’s pantry was incorporated in order to make the main kitchen more suitable for easy entertaining.

she called on a combination of interestingly arranged wall sconces, chandeliers, and table lamps.

In the end, the idea of prospect and refuge guided Tyson and Lachapelle’s joint design, to the clients’ delight. “We believe that people flourish in spaces where they feel, at times, full refuge, but also can look to the future,” says Tyson. “Like when you go to a restaurant. Everybody wants to sit in the window booth. It’s the best light, but also you feel protected and have this amazing view. The back room of the place… it’s just not as dynamic.”

EDITOR’S NOTE: For details, see Resources.

FROM ABOVE: In the primary bedroom, Tyson proposed a half wall behind the bed to conceal storage and the bath and to create a more intimate sleeping area without impeding the flow of air and light. A dressing area nestled behind the primary bedroom’s half wall features ash cabinetry that offers plenty of storage. A guest bath showcases sconces by Allied Maker.

ARCHITECTURE: Whitten Architects

INTERIOR DESIGN: Heidi Lachapelle Interiors

BUILDER: Chase Construction

LANDSCAPE DESIGN: Soren Deniord Design Studio

CLOCKWISE

Honeychurch Lands in Lenox

A seasoned retailer expands her vision with a new location and new products.

Text by LYNDA SIMONTON | Photography by JOHN GRUEN

When Carolyn Piccirelli opened the original location of Honeychurch in Salisbury, Connecticut, she filled it with sophisticated design, artisanal craftsmanship, and old-world charm. Five years later, the beloved boutique has begun its next chapter in Lenox, Massachusetts—a move

ABOVE: Garden cloches, an antique pediment, and Italian ceramics reflect the breadth of Honeychurch’s product offerings. LEFT: An oversized vintage cupboard entices shoppers with a collection of garden tools and decorative accoutrements. The dramatic golden spade is from Niwaki, a British brand that is manufactured in Japan. In the foreground, wool blankets from southern France are rolled and ready for a picnic.

MICHAEL J. LEE

that felt more like destiny than decision. “Lenox is a really good fit for us because we feel like our customers are already here,” Piccirelli says. Case in point: it was a Lenox customer who approached her about taking over their vacant storefront on Church Street. “It was kind of perfect timing, a perfect set of events converging,” Piccirelli says.

The new location, three times the size of the original, gives Honeychurch room to breathe—and to expand creatively. Piccirelli now offers clothing and British-inspired garden goods complete with live topiaries. And she has poured fresh energy into Honeychurch’s growing in-house product line.

“LENOX IS A REALLY GOOD FIT FOR US BECAUSE WE FEEL LIKE OUR CUSTOMERS ARE ALREADY HERE.” —Shop owner Carolyn Piccirelli

Drawing on decades of experience in home goods, Piccirelli designs her own line of ceramics, linens, and glassware crafted by multigenerational artisans across Italy, Portugal, and France. “The only way to be different or special is to develop your own product,” she says. “So much of retail has become vanilla.”

Piccirelli’s eye for design and beauty hasn’t gone unnoticed. Today, Honeychurch goods are sold in more than sixty stores nationwide, with an expanded textile collection on the way. Honeychurch, Lenox, Mass., honeychurchhome.com

TOP RIGHT: Honeychurch was the first U.S. company to sell London-based Summerill & Bishop table linens. The table is set with the brand’s Herb Garden tablecloth. The statement-making chandelier features 650 flowers fashioned from vintage book pages. ABOVE LEFT: Shop owner Carolyn Piccirelli painted the green service counter herself. The mural by Papiers de Paris is available for purchase through the store.

Vintage Ersari, Circa 1910

BIRD’S-EYE VIEWS

Caleb Kenna’s aerial photography both documents and delights.

By ROBERT KIENER

Photography courtesy

Warren, Vermont (2025), detail, photography.

“Liberating” is how award-winning photographer Caleb Kenna remembers the feeling he had the first time he used a drone to photograph the gorgeous landscapes— the rolling farmlands, the lush forests, the meandering mountains—near his home in Middlebury, Vermont, almost a decade ago. “Suddenly, I felt free as a bird,” says Kenna. “Thanks to my high-flying drone, I was making new discoveries as I soared above the same landscape I’d covered many times on the ground. I saw beauty everywhere. I was hooked.”

While Kenna still uses his tried and tested Nikon DSLR to shoot a wide range of assignments for clients ranging from The New York Times to The Boston Globe to commercial customers, he notes that he’s become so fond of his drone that he shoots images with it almost every day.

As I watch him launch his craft—a compact DJI Mavic 3—over picturesque Brandon, Vermont, he explains that it’s the “chance discoveries” he makes with the drone that continue to excite him. “Often when I’m planning to shoot one thing, I’ll look into my digital screen and discover a scene, an image, that is a complete surprise. That’s part of the magic of this aerial work.”

For example, his 2022 book, Art From Above Vermont (Schiffer), features page after page of breathtaking landscapes but also surprisingly beautiful aerial images of such unlikely scenes as a farmer’s silage pile covered with used tires and a scrap metal lot. “Who knew?” says Kenna. “Some of my images might be of hay bales or solar panels or even discarded tires, but I hope they become something more, a metaphor of sorts.”

Like many other photographers, Kenna’s favorite time for shooting outdoors is during the “golden hours,” at dawn when the air is light and soft and at twilight, just after sunset. “About ten minutes after sunset the balance between ambient daylight and artificial lights creates a magical atmosphere,” he explains.

As he uses his handheld remote control to guide his drone back down to the lawn in front of us, he offers one last tip to aspiring aerial photographers. “Drone photography is all about composition. You can use your drone to move in countless directions to frame and fine-tune your composition. You need to think like a painter, not just a pilot.”

EDITOR’S NOTE: Caleb Kenna is represented by Frog Hollow Vermont Craft Gallery, Burlington, Vt., froghollow.org. His photography is also on exhibit at Billings Farm & Museum through June 14, Woodstock, Vt., billingsfarm.org. To see more of his work, visit calebkenna.com

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Weybridge, Vermont (2020); Sudbury, Vermont (2019); Middlebury, Vermont (2020); Starksboro, Vermont (2020), all photography.

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Anderson Landscape Architecture + Construction

Behind many of New England’s most memorable landscapes is a quiet collaboration—where the vision of the architect or builder meets a team who can execute it, evolve it, and elevate it. That’s where we come in. At Anderson, we transform and build outdoor environments that endure—spaces that invite, inspire, and belong to their surroundings.

For more than forty-five years, Anderson has worked alongside the region’s top design professionals to deliver complex outdoor environments with precision and

respect for intent. We specialize in the things that make your plans harder to build—steep grades, conservation constraints, native plant sourcing, closed-loop stormwater systems, sculptural hardscape—and we thrive on them.

We’re not just installers. We’re technical problem solvers with field crews who understand the nuance of design and the stakes of execution. Whether it’s a hidden vault for pool equipment, a 6,000-yard regrade, or 50,000 plugs placed by hand—we’ve done it, and we’ve done it without compromising the original vision.

1 Where meadows meet mountains, this landscape weaves orchard, water, and stone into a living tapestry—echoing the Alps while rooted deeply in New England soil. 2 Shaped around boulders, each boulder was selected to mimic the site’s natural ledge, grounding the water feature in its native context. 3 Designed as both destination and backdrop, the pool anchors the outdoor living spaces with clean geometry, natural stone, and sweeping views across the estate. 4 Nestled in a private grove of beech trees, this hot tub sits quietly within a secret garden designed for calm, comfort, and reflection.

Chestnut Grove Design Group

Based in Winchester, MA, and serving clients throughout New England, Chestnut Grove Design Group is an award-winning firm specializing in the seamless integration of luxury residential interior design and landscape architecture. Led by husband-and-wife team, Ryan and Christina, the firm is dedicated to creating classic American homes that serve as timeless sanctuaries for generations to enjoy.

Our philosophy centers on the harmony between the past and the present. We believe a home should bridge the connection between the interior life and the outside world, ensuring every room reflects both its unique history and the landscape beyond its walls. Whether

revitalizing an 1800s historic estate or designing a new construction, we prioritize architectural integrity, quality materials, and modern comfort.

At Chestnut Grove, we understand the specific challenges of historic preservation and the necessity of functional design. Our holistic approach ensures that every detail—from public gathering areas to private retreats—is meticulously curated to fit your lifestyle. By merging classicism with enduring craftsmanship, we transform houses into storied legacies. At the core of our work is a simple mission: to create a cohesive vision where interior and exterior beauty move in perfect unison.

1 Thoughtfully layered stone terraces and lush gardens surround a pristine pool, creating a harmonious transition between this elegant New England home and its natural surroundings. 2 Lush perennial borders and manicured lawns meet elegant fieldstone masonry, creating a timeless New England landscape where sophisticated outdoor living spaces flow seamlessly into nature. 3 A sun-drenched pool area features a custom pergola, comfortable lounge chairs, and a sleek stone patio, all framed by lush ornamental grasses. 4 A warm evening glow illuminates this multi-level estate, featuring a stone firepit, tiered patios, and a serene luxury pool.

From walkways that wind through carefully planned gardens to outdoor kitchens that will become the backdrop for decades of family memories, your story flows indoors and out.

Chestnut Grove Design Group 48 Mount Vernon St., Ste. 200 Winchester, MA 01890 781-572-5380 chestnutgrovedesigns.com

Lynch Landscape, Inc.

Lynch Landscape, Inc., is a premier landscape company dedicated to creating and maintaining exceptional outdoor spaces that blend artistry and craftsmanship. Our award-winning Design/Build team specializes in creating designs that reflect the unique character of each property while incorporating our own brand of classic New England style with a modern approach. From concept to completion, we deliver unparalleled results, elevating outdoor living to the highest standards.

Founded by Mike and Kelleigh Lynch with just one pickup truck in Wayland, our company has grown into a trusted name in the industry, known for excellence, attention to detail, and client satisfaction. Our skilled designers, masons, and horticulturalists offer comprehensive services, including general maintenance, construction, fine gardening, plant health care, lawn care, tree services, irrigation, tick and mosquito control, snow services, holiday décor, and more. We are committed to transforming your vision into an extraordinary outdoor space.

1 An expansive paver pool deck is framed by a sleek linear gas firepit on one end and a fully appointed outdoor kitchen and dining area on the other, creating a dynamic balance of relaxation and entertainment. 2 A classic New England mix of perennials will gradually fill in over the coming years, softening the architecture and enriching the “modern woodland” aesthetic. 3 A reclaimed granite-plank driveway coupled with stone veneer on the vertical hardscape elements further echos the rustic character of the landscape while complementing the home’s modern lines. 4 A sleek gaspowered firepit creates the ultimate cozy centerpiece, inviting warm conversations that linger late into the evening.

The MacDowell Company

The MacDowell Company has been designing and building award-winning landscape projects in the New England area for more than fifty years. Our approach is based on a clear commitment to excellence in design, craftsmanship, and client experience.

We hold a unique position in the industry because we are able to offer our select clientele a comprehensive and complete set of landscape architecture and installation services. A cohesive and seamless design and implementation process is a crucial aspect in not only delivering the unparalleled finished product we are recognized for, but also essential in delivering a truly enjoyable and fulfilling project experience for the client. From the initial consultation through design, permitting, estimating, project management, and construction, our clients build trusting

and lasting relationships working with the same MacDowell professionals to reach their goals.

Throughout the years we have worked alongside top designers, architects, and builders. The MacDowell Company approaches each of these collaborations with a goal-oriented, team-minded focus. Each project is unique in style, form, and function and requires an expert level of engagement, analysis, and exploration. Our breadth of experience allows us to deliver a boundless range of creative landscape amenities, whether sleek, contemporary statements or timeless New England classics. From an intimate garden to a master plan as part of a multi-faceted site development, each endeavor undertaken reaffirms The MacDowell Company’s commitment to excellence.

1 A pool and spa are accompanied by custom white coping and pavers to create a resort-like ambiance for this contemporary home. Ipe wood fencing, landscape lighting, lawn, and lush plantings soften the tiered rear-yard landscape and maintain the minimalist design intent. 2 A pool house and outdoor kitchen are laid out symmetrically with the pool and main home to create a strong sense of continuity throughout the landscape. 3 A stone outdoor kitchen and bar service the dining terrace of this rural home. A second terrace incorporates a fire table and a large umbrella. 4 A wood-burning firepit, quaint stone dining terrace, small pool, and mixed plantings maximize this area of the property.

ONYX Corporation

Founded in 1980, our family-owned and -operated company has built a respected reputation for quality in design and landscape construction within the Greater Boston community. Throughout our years in the business we have created strong relationships with many of the renowned landscape architects and custom home builders in the area. Onyx strives to bring your landscape visions to life, and it is our attention to the fine details that puts our craftsmanship above the rest.

Onyx offers a comprehensive range of services including landscape construction and excavation, masonry, lighting, mature tree plantings, landscape maintenance,

and ornamental plant care. Our team approach, with a multifaceted background in design, management, and construction, paired with our high expectations of craftmanship, is what makes the difference between a good versus great final project outcome.

In addition to our landscape expertise, our diverse background in site work and aggregate production gives us a greater understanding of what happens beneath the surface of the outdoor spaces we create. When you choose Onyx, you don’t just get an experienced company, you get a full-service team that will be with you throughout your project from start to finish.

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1 This pool with a built-in spa is the ideal perch to overlook the rolling meadow and incredible river views. 2 The expansive outdoor terrace includes a dining area and dedicated outdoor kitchen, creating the perfect flow for hosting summer cookouts. 3 A naturally weathered cedar and mesh fence creates a boundary between the entry drive and backyard; wispy grasses contrast beautifully against the formal boxwood hedge. 4 The custom granite firepit serves as a focal point from the home’s sitting room; it also acts as a warm gathering space on the rear terrace for entertaining.

R. P. Marzilli & Company

R.P. Marzilli & Company builds and maintains the finest residential landscapes in New England. Since 1985, our skilled team of landscape professionals has delivered the highest quality and best value for our clients. We partner with design professionals, homeowners, and contractors to bring their vision to life with exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail.

We offer complete site preparation, planting of specimen trees and shrubs, flower and vegetable gardens, lawns and wildflower meadows, irrigation, and landscape lighting. We take care of everything for your landscape. The dreams of our clients are at the core of what we create, constructing a multitude of specialty features such as pools, spas, waterfalls, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, and recreation and entertainment areas. Our masonry team is legendary—building everything

from walls, auto courts, patios, and terraces, to steps, walkways, and architectural stonework. The horticulture team excels in the maintenance of fine gardens, lawns, and seasonal flowers, while our certified arborists provide expertise in pruning and health care for trees and shrubs. Finally, with a focus on sustainability, our Botanica Land Care division offers services related to edible gardens, meadows, chicken and goat care, orchards, and ecological land care. We are dedicated to the daily beauty and long-term integrity of the landscape, always keeping our clients’ visions at the forefront.

For over forty years, it has been our passion to build and maintain the finest landscapes, while dedicating ourselves to the professional growth of our team and the landscape industry at large.

1 Aerial view of a Rhode Island home integrated into the landscape, featuring an expansive deck, plunge pool, and a green roof. 2 A stone urn overflowing with seasonal plantings creates a welcoming entrance. 3 A dramatic driveway design combines crisp stonework and geometric turf patterns to create a striking arrival experience. 4 A coastal outdoor living space includes a custom outdoor kitchen, pergola, and firepit overlooking the water.

Sudbury Design Group

Sudbury Design Group has long been recognized as one of the leading landscape architectural firms in the region, working with discerning residential and commercial clients in the Greater Boston area, and throughout New England, for more than 60 years. We strive to produce spaces that balance form and function and create a harmony between homes and their surroundings, all while keeping the client’s lifestyle and budget in mind.

Our experienced staff of award-winning landscape architects and designers will be available to you from the project’s initial consultation to its completion, ensuring

that we always have a clear understanding of your goals and budget requirements. Through careful planning, site analysis, concept development, design, and drawings, we’ll transform your property into a stunning landscape that is designed exclusively for you.

Whether it’s a small garden landscape, a patio or pool design, or a large-scale construction project, Sudbury Design Group will work with you every step of the way to ensure that the end product exceeds your expectations, is completed on time and on budget, and adds value to your home.

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1 A North Shore summer home featuring an integrated plunge pool with firepit and pergola. Stone and ipe deck surround frame the space. 2 A sleek yet casual Cape Cod retreat incorporating a lap pool with granite decking and mass planting providing a perch for waterfront views. 3 A backyard entertainment space that provides use of spa, fireplace and outdoor tv while being sheltered by a modern automated pergola. 4 A secluded outdoor room with custom copper therapy spa. The combination of ipe and cedar create a unique deck and privacy screen.

Through careful planning, site analysis, concept development, design, and drawings, we’ll transform your property into a stunning landscape that is designed exclusively for you.

Sudbury Design Group

740 Boston Post Road Sudbury, MA 01776

749 Main Street – Unit F Osterville, MA 02655 978-443-3638 sudburydesign.com

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ZEN Associates, Inc.

Since 1980, ZEN Associates has been crafting transformative residential environments throughout New England and beyond, guided by a belief in the power of design to reconnect us with nature. As a Design + Build firm, our multidisciplinary team combines landscape architecture, interior design, construction, and maintenance under one roof, ensuring a seamless experience from concept to completion.

Our founding principles are rooted in Japanese design, yet our portfolio is as diverse as our clients’ dreams. Whether you seek a tranquil garden retreat, a seamless indoor-outdoor design, or a bold modern remodel, our

talented team leverages artistic insight and technical expertise to guide each stage of your project. The result is a balanced, enduring environment that reflects who you are and how you want to live.

We manage every detail in-house, preserving both creative intent and technical integrity. Our clients appreciate the continuity and accountability that comes from working with a single, multidisciplinary team. If you’re envisioning a new outdoor oasis or a complete transformation of your home’s interior and exterior, let us show you the difference that mindful collaboration and timetested expertise can make.

1 The outdoor terrace and entertainment area were designed to extend the home’s main living space, allowing for effortless flow between indoors and out. 2 The artwork and fireplace are flanked by rift-sawn white oak cabinets and custom millwork to maximize storage and provide a soft, minimalistic backdrop to daily life. 3 A custom fire feature and a heated pergola bring friends and family together and extend time outdoors. 4 Sheltered by natural stone and layers of ornamental grasses, this stand-alone spa offers a quiet retreat designed to be enjoyed in every season.

a Blade of Grass Inc.

A gracious front entry unfolds through layered gardens, where subtle lighting highlights the stone craftsmanship and reflects timeless New England character.

For the past three decades, a Blade of Grass has been redefining what it means to be a premier provider of landscape design, installation, and maintenance services. We thrive on the challenge of working in a field that is equal parts creative, technical, and personal—and always evolving.

Every property, whether a city terrace, a formal garden, or a simple perennial border, offers an opportunity to craft something unique and beautiful. A thoughtfully designed outdoor space blends style with functionality, creating a place to connect with nature in everyday life.

We are proud to be locally owned; we have deep roots in the Greater Boston area and are thrilled to expand our services to the Cape. We love what we do and are grateful for the close client relationships that have shaped us into the company we are today.

Award-winning landscape design, installation, and maintenance— lending a fresh perspective.

Botanica Land Care

Your home’s outdoor environment is a place of natural beauty and bounty. Botanica Land Care is a fully certified team of Accredited Organic Land Care Professionals in New England who brings gardening and ecological expertise to your home. We’re proud to offer a full-service ecological solution to your landscape needs with a professional touch that’s unmatched in the industry. Our team of expert land-care professionals acts as your guide and best resource to help you reduce your impact on the environment and embrace a sustainable approach to the care of your property.

We are committed to using organic practices, reducing the need for irrigation, and incorporating native plants into your landscape. We offer comprehensive gardening and ecological land care, so you can fully enjoy the benefits of freshly grown food and breathtaking naturescapes right outside your door. Our full range of services includes design, installation, and maintenance for edible gardens of vegetables, fruits, and herbs, orchard installation and

management, native and pollinator gardens, meadow installation and management, mushroom inoculation, and chicken and goat care. We design and build custom raised garden beds, compost bins, and pest fencing.

Our goal is to provide our clients with a stunning landscape that’s a source of pride and a healthy place for you and your family to relax in, draw nourishment from, and give back to the planet as you embrace a more sustainable lifestyle.

Botanica Land Care brings sustainability to your home with ecological land care, edible gardens, and meadows.

Distinctive Pergolas

You’ve been envisioning a more refined outdoor lifestyle, but you’ve been waiting for the right solution to anchor it. A motorized louvered-roof pergola is that defining element.

At Distinctive Pergolas, we design and install custom, architecturally driven pergola systems that transform patios, poolsides, roof-decks, and backyards into true three- or four-season living environments. Our pergolas provide dynamic control over sun, shade, ventilation, and weather protection at the touch of a button, allowing your outdoor space to adapt seamlessly throughout the day and across the seasons.

Engineered for New England’s demanding climate, our systems integrate clean lines, structural integrity, and smart technology. Adjustable louvers open to invite sunlight and fresh air, or close tightly to shield against rain, snow, and harsh weather. Optional features such as motorized screens, heaters, lighting, and glass enclosures elevate comfort and usability, extending the outdoor season well beyond summer. Whether your space is intimate or expansive, a Distinctive

Pergola is designed to stand as both a functional structure and a visual focal point, enhancing outdoor kitchens, fire features, pools, spas, and entertaining areas with purpose and polish.

From initial design consultation through engineering, permitting, and installation, our team delivers a fully managed experience with a commitment to craftsmanship, precision, and service excellence. Redesigning your outdoor living space? Start with the structure that makes everything else work.

Where design, performance, and outdoor living come together beautifully.

Distinctive Pergolas

Servicing all of New England 877-372-9653

sales@distinctivepergolas.com distinctivepergolas.com

KFA Katherine Field and Associates, Inc.

The landscape architecture firm of KFA offers comprehensive design services rooted in artistry, craft, and a deep respect for the natural world. Led by Katherine Field, whose work reflects the heart of a gardener, the eye of an artist, and the discipline of an architect, their team creates landscapes that connect people to nature while thoughtfully shaping the built environment. Each project begins with careful immersion in the site, understanding its constraints, potential, and character, to create designs that are balanced, expressive, and enduring.

The collaboration process at KFA ensures that every landscape is tailored to their clients’ unique goals, aesthetics, and way of living. “We believe meaningful landscapes enhance the human experience, creating moments for reflection, gathering, and lasting memories,” notes founder Katherine Field. Through thoughtful detailing, sustainable practices,

Twilight illuminates a coastal residence with terraced stone steps, warm lighting, sculptural garden elements, manicured lawn, and modern pathways integrating architecture, landscape, and evening ambiance.

and informed plant and material choices, KFA designs landscapes that are beautiful, resilient, and responsive, honoring each site today while stewarding it for future generations.

Artful, sustainable landscapes that connect people deeply to nature and place.

KFA Katherine Field and Associates, Inc.

Landscape Architects & Site Planners

Newport, Rhode Island 401-848-2750 katherinefield.com

McDermott Landscape Design

Step into a garden that feels alive, personal, and endlessly transformative. Founded by Scott McDermott and Jessica Engle, McDermott Landscape Design is a boutique firm creating high-end residential landscapes throughout New England.

Their custom-tailored approach blends years of horticultural expertise with creativity and enduring functionality. Every design begins with the property itself— its architecture, natural conditions, and unique character— then evolves in close collaboration with the client. Highlighting natural materials and flowering perennials, the team crafts spaces that inspire enjoyment, reflection, and connection.

Scott works closely alongside skilled craftsmen and women with unwavering commitment, ensuring every detail is executed with care. He remains personally involved

throughout the installation, placing plants and revisiting each garden to ensure it thrives. The result is a fully realized outdoor living environment that grows richer with the seasons, offering lasting beauty, comfort, and a meaningful connection to the land.

Every design begins with the property itself and evolves in close collaboration with the client.

McDermott Landscape Design 603-531-8001 mcdermottlandscapedesign.com

Soake® Pools

You’ve been dreaming about owning a pool or a hot tub for years, but you just haven’t been ready to dive in yet.... A plunge pool is the perfect hybrid!

Soake® Pools are revolutionary, space-saving pools that combine the best of a pool and a hot tub, install in just days, and provide year-round enjoyment. The 7’ x 13’ size allows the pools to fit perfectly into small spaces, but they can hold their own as the focal point or gathering place in an expansive backyard.

Our highly engineered precast concrete pools are handtiled in a controlled environment before they are delivered, minimizing on-site work and resulting in a faster project. Redesigning your outdoor living space? Plunge pools round out any luxury patio design and complement outdoor spaces with firepits and kitchens.

Excellent customer service is important to us, and it is always our priority. Soake Pools are made in New England and delivered throughout the United States.

Soake Pools are revolutionary, space-saving pools. Small pools. Big benefits.

Soake® Pools Pembroke, NH 603-749-0665 soakepools.com

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Jody Stowe Magliano

In the living room of this suburban Victorian, the walls are painted Farrow & Ball London Clay while the mantel is the brand’s Charleston Gray, and the ceiling is Skimming Stone.

Interior designer Cecilia Casagrande and the homeowner discovered the vintage rug on a buying trip to NYC.

Cecilia Casagrande redefines the meaning of thorough— and the possibilities of trim—in the suburbs of Boston.

Step by Step

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Photography by READ M C KENDREE/JBSA

Styled by KAYLEI M C GAW

Casagrande painted the entry’s heirloom chest Farrow & Ball’s Beverly green to complement the soccer-ball collage hanging in the stairwell.

FACING PAGE: In the formal dining room, a chandelier featuring glass-andbronze flowers cascades over a family heirloom table. The homeowner’s collection of china—one set is purple—sparked the room’s color scheme.

Two and a half years. Room by room. Cut-velvet pillow by cut-velvet pillow. Cecilia Casagrande and her friend-turned-client left no corner overlooked in a stately 1894 Victorian where the woman and her husband had lived with their four children for ten years. Now, with three kids off on their own and the fourth in high school, the homeowner looked around her residence in Newton, Massachusetts, and realized it no longer reflected

her personality, nor did it reflect how the downsized family was using the space.

She mentioned this to Casagrande during a high school graduation party, and just like that, they were off to the races.

“It started with the living room,” says Casagrande. She presented her clients with groups of coordinating fabrics, and “their eyes just lit up when they realized what the room could be.” Textiles turned out to be

Casagrande replaced the kitchen’s white-and-silver color scheme with shades of blue, green, and gold. She added pops of fuchsia (see the island stools) for good measure.

a terrific launching point: the husband’s family were the founders of a designer fabric group.

First came the room’s metal-framed side chair. Casagrande complemented it with a lush orange velvet sofa and a smaller green velvet settee that she tucked in the window bay. All the furnishings in the room are, in fact, upholstered in velvet, even the cushions on that initial chair. “It’s such a luxurious fabric,” explains Casagrande. The designer also retiled the original fireplace in a mercurial-like turquoise.

The room went from receiving occasional use to being the most-frequented spot in the house, so it was only natural that Casagrande and the homeowner keep going. One by one, they tackled the family room and TV room, the latter now clad in a metallic and cork wallcovering, its Roman shades flaunting a vibrant orange and turquoise floral pattern that quickly became the husband’s favorite.

The formal dining room’s original paneling was painted a deep purple, while Casagrande wrapped the walls and ceiling in a floral House of Hackney paper.

Casagrande had the owners’ Partners in Design sectional reupholstered in

knobby wool blend from Rubelli.

She trimmed the room’s existing celadon drapery to correspond with the purple in the wallcovering. Trim actually became a major theme in the renovation.

“Once I showed her the glory of trims, we couldn’t stop,” says Casagrande, laughing. Curl up with a throw pillow, close a shade, or step into the primary bath’s zellige-tiled shower, and you’ll catch a glimpse of trim in the form of handcrafted rope, cut leather, and, in the case of the shower, even Viola marble.

Originally, the homeowner thought she could live with some minor redecorating in the kitchen, but she quickly changed her mind after Casagrande replaced the lighting and added a bench to the table.

“She said, ‘Okay, now we have to do the kitchen!’ ” says Casagrande. ZK Painting took two weeks transforming white cabinetry with Farrow & Ball’s Oval

ABOVE: Saltwoods created the streamlined walnut table, and the Allied Maker pendant hanging above it exhibits a verdigris finish. LEFT: Casagrande found the family room’s ceiling to be obtrusive, so she covered it in a pearlescent patchwork grasscloth from Mark Alexander. FACING PAGE: The Jennifer Shorto fabric on the TV room’s roman shades kicked off the color palette in here.

Room Blue, while Schiefer & Co built a walnut and brass hood that balances out the oversize island.

The entire project wrapped up in the third-floor primary suite. The bedroom conveys a masculine/ feminine tension with its leather-accented furniture and lighting juxtaposed with blush-colored bedding, wallcovering, and window shades.

By that point in the almost-three-year process, admits both Casagrande and the homeowner, they were sad to see it all come to a close. “It was such a joy to go one room at a time and to do things so thoroughly,” says Casagrande, wistfully. “I never wanted it to end.”

The homeowner agrees. “Cecilia made every detail look like it was meant to be there—it was almost like magic,” she says.

“And,” she adds slyly, “there’s still one room we haven’t done….”

EDITOR’S NOTE: For details, see Resources.

ABOVE: The primary bedroom’s O. Henry House bed wears a plush Pierre Frey Genoa velvet depicting gondoliers on Venice’s Grand Canal. LEFT: “I told them, ‘Let’s do something funky and unexpected in the shower,’ ” says Casagrande; witness the row of tiles hand-painted with twenty-fourkarat gold. FACING PAGE: In the primary bath, Casagrande launched the renovation with a Schumacher wallpaper.

A walnut slatted wall is the dining area’s showpiece. Chairs from Rove Concepts paired with a contoured custom table soften the overall silhouette. FACING PAGE: A coffee table from Wendell Castle anchors the living area and incorporates what interior designer Trevor Fulmer calls the home’s accent hue: “a steel-blue colorway inspired by the mountains in the distance and the sky.”

Friends in

High Places

Trevor Fulmer combines a lofty location with an elevated design plan to bring a friend’s dream home to fruition.

Text by MARIA L A PIANA | Photography by JARED KUZIA | Styling by KAYLEI M C GAW

When Trevor Fulmer was hired to reimagine a penthouse perched atop The Quinn, a luxury building in Boston’s South End, he could skip over an important part of the designer-client discovery process: the getting-to-knowyou phase.

RIGHT: Crafted by Jeff Woods, the bar features open shelving to display glassware and bottles; the circles in the grain-matched cabinet doors are inset with individual veneers. BELOW: The kitchen was largely in sync with Fulmer’s overall concept, so he saw no need to replace the counters or cabinetry.

FACING PAGE: On the back wall in the living area, the nautical-inspired rope sconce from Luke Lamp Co. references the client’s Cape Cod roots.

“We met in college in 2001. He was the best man at my wedding and I at his,” says Fulmer of his client. “We’d worked on a previous project together, and I absolutely knew his style.” When the client finally found what he’d long been looking for—“an epic penthouse with sweeping city views”—Fulmer was all in. And he was thrilled to have the opportunity to collaborate with one of his oldest friends.

The design process was seamless. “He wanted a mature, urban, and elevated look,” says Fulmer. “I knew his likes and dislikes. I knew what colors and wood finishes don’t resonate with him. I knew how important creative lighting was, and I understood that the condo had to evolve with his family.” (The client married and learned he and his wife were expecting their first child, all while the project was underway.)

The palette is subtle, neutral, and textural; the idea was to complement the steel-gray skyline, distant mountains, and blue sky. A streamlined leather sectional was a must, so Fulmer

The palette is subtle, neutral, and textural; the idea was to complement the steel-gray skyline, distant mountains, and blue sky.

kept looking until he found the “perfect leather in the softest shade of sand.” Because the client hails from Cape Cod, there are subtle nautical touches throughout.

Intimate seating zones and a built-in home bar were informed by the client’s love of entertaining. In one of the cleverest moves you’ll never see, surround-sound speakers were plastered into the walls and covered with wallpaper.

FBN Construction came on the scene to paint, update the plumbing, and address the soffits in the primary bedroom. Bobby Ernst Jr., the firm’s director of custom client services, says the defining challenge was finding creative solutions to complex electrical and lighting specifications. “A lot of the residences in the newer high-rises like The Quinn are ‘white boxes,’ for want of a better term,” says Ernst. “So we really started with a blank canvas.”

The guest room-slash-office is a light, modern space. FACING PAGE:

Fulmer turned to Jeff Woods of Woods Furniture & Design, a frequent collaborator of the designer, to create a feature wall in the dining room. Inspired by the city skyline, the wall has intermittent LED lights inserted between walnut slats. Fulmer describes it as “a mood setter and a defining moment of the space.”

The common rooms are all wrapped in a Phillip Jeffries wallcovering that combines grasscloth and silk for a subtle sheen. In the primary bedroom, the client wanted texture with leather details, so a leather-paneled headboard

The room has an old-fashioned secret, though: it functions as a workspace most of the time, but when company arrives, a Murphy bed effectively transforms the space into comfortable guest quarters (complete with Frette bedding). The rug is from Fulmer’s Foundations collection.

CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: The clean-lined, luxurious primary bath boasts milliondollar views—best enjoyed from the Cantrio soaking tub. The primary bedroom’s dresser is Belle Meade Signature, as are the nightstands; the painting is by artist Lisa Ridgers. Like the kitchen, the shower area was deemed compatible with the redesign so it was left as is. FACING PAGE: Comfort is the operative word in the primary bedroom. The dramatic ceiling fixture is from Hubbardton Forge.

literally became the wall itself.

Out of necessity, the home office also serves as a nursery, and when company arrives, a Murphy bed by Clei effectively transforms the space into a comfortable guest room. On the ceiling: a crystal-like handmade wallpaper from Vahallan that gives the illusion of stargazing when the light hits it just right.

“While we were given direction and parameters,” says Fulmer, “we also had the freedom to push creative limits.”

A trust he believes was granted because of his “expertise and communication style—and of course, our friendship.”

EDITOR’S NOTE: For details, see Resources.

INTERIOR DESIGN: Trevor Fulmer Design

BUILDER: FBN Construction

A new house in Vermont’s Mad River Valley looks modest from the road, but it actually contains six bedrooms situated over two levels. Juxtaposed materials, such as shou sugi ban and Scandinavian spruce, coupled with discreet down lighting, make the residence appear to glow at certain times of day.

Best of Both Worlds

A home deep in the Mad River Valley showcases a streamlined Scandinavian sensibility while still honoring its rugged surroundings.

Text by DAVID MASELLO |

Phot ography by RYAN BENT

Builder Chris

was cognizant of the architect’s desire for a decidedly modern house infused with rustic elements, as is evident at the entrance. ABOVE

The main gathering space is an exercise in pure geometry. Architect Elizabeth Herrmann designed a long, low-rising banquette that harkens to Scandinavian forms. The fireplace is both a practical and sculptural element.

ABOVE LEFT:

Quinn

RIGHT:

There are always many voices to be heard when a new house is being built, but there was one in particular that was loudest of a ll for this Vermont residence. That voice definitively told the design team and homeowners what really needed to be done. “It was the site itself that told us how it had to be developed and the

right structure to put on it,” says Elizabeth Herrmann, the Bristol, Vermont–based architect. “It was hard to imagine imposing something on the land since it’s really steep and wooded,” she adds, “but we listened to, and responded to, the site.”

According to Chris Quinn of Red House

builders in Colchester, Vermont, these clients differed from others in that while they certainly wanted to take advantage of the Mad River Valley views of the Green Mountains, they also desired a sense of privacy. “It’s a pretty common trend in our area to have clients want the land opened up for big

views,” says Quinn. “That was not the intent of these clients. They very specifically wanted the site to feel private, tucked into the woods, with the natural landscape coming up as close to the house as possible.”

Herrmann’s design for the six-bedroom home manages to embrace thoroughly modern forms while also referencing Vermont vernacular architecture, most notably in the dwelling’s pitched roof. The two-story home is comprised of three volumes, with the main one announced by the steeply pitched metal roof. The other two volumes are discreetly linked by glass-lined connectors.

“The owners were interested in creating something that felt Vermont-y while also referencing regional farmhouses,” Herrmann says. And given the homeowners’ penchant for all things Scandinavian, the architect responded with large windows that capture natural views as if they are paintings. She also designed interior elements

ABOVE: Landscape designer Keith Wagner used ornamental grasses as ground cover; the perennial growth goes dormant in winter but regenerates in spring, with no maintenance or cutting needed. RIGHT: At the lower level, built-in shelving discreetly holds ceramic wares. FACING

PAGE: Herrmann chose a Vermont Danby marble for the kitchen island, and she clad the ceiling with Topakustik grooved panels, which are known for their quieting acoustical effect.

“THE LANDSCAPE DESIGN WAS LIKE A HAIKU POEM WHERE YOU HAVE TO SAY AS MUCH AS YOU CAN IN AS FEW WORDS AS POSSIBLE.”

—Landscape architect Keith Wagner

that include a long banquette that wraps the corner of the living area, an open-tread staircase whose lower portion culminates in a cascading bench-like effect, and wood-clad vaulted ceilings that absorb sound.

The most conspicuous exterior material is shou sugi ban, an increasingly popular technique that involves charring Japanese cypress wood, texturing it with a wire brush, and then staining it. Herrmann

ABOVE: Quinn knew that the homeowners wanted the surrounding land to be as close to the house as possible: corner views through a bedroom window reveal the dense and hilly land. LEFT: A contemporary lounge chair occupies an inviting windowed corner space situated between the main living areas and the bedrooms. FACING PAGE, TOP TO BOTTOM: The house is officially geothermal, a designation that references, in part, a giant solar roof panel that is most visible at the rear. The home’s remote, forest-like location allows for bathing in the primary bathroom without worry of being seen.

juxtaposed the shou sugi ban with expanses of Scandinavian spruce, lighter in color and defined by a novel groove-like effect. She used the spruce most conspicuously at the entrance. “We wanted a warm, enveloping feel as you enter the house, and the wood accomplished that.”

Landscape architect Keith Wagner referenced the home’s minimal, Scandinavian feel by planting maintenance-free ornamental grasses at the front. He also placed birch trees on the site. “Some of the walls were blank and dark, and the silhouettes of the white bark made for a subtle but strong effect,” he says. “The landscape design was like a haiku poem where you have to say as much as you can in as few words as possible.”

In keeping with that overall poetic sensibility to the house, Herrmann looks upon her design with particular pride. “I always react to how a finished

At an outdoor eating area at the rear of the house, the charcoal hue of shou sugi ban is revealed. When lights inside are turned on, the interiors appear to glow. Plantings of black-eyed Susans add extra seasonal color. FACING PAGE: The homeowners can enjoy a soak in the spa year-round.

house ultimately feels on its site, how light and space work in, and on, it. Seeing the way the light moves through the house and comes alive is really gratifying.”

EDITOR’S NOTE: For details, see Resources.

ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIOR DESIGN: Elizabeth Herrmann Architecture + Design

BUILDER: Red House

LANDSCAPE DESIGN: Wagner Hodgson

Landscape Architecture

In the foyer, Scribble Being, a painting by Tom Friedman, hangs to the left of the doorway leading to the living room, where dark gray-green walls are a backdrop for the leather B&B Italia

both

is Continental

from

The surprise inside this old house is a boldly modern interior.

Text by GAIL RAVGIALA | Phot ography by JOYELLE WEST

sectional sofa. Above it

Curiosities by Kyungmi Shin. FACING PAGE: The 1890 house is painted Yorktowne Green with Salamander trim,

subdued colors

Benjamin Moore’s Historic Collection.

contrast, the front door is bright Lichen Green.

Modern and fun. That’s the design directive Squarehouse Studios was given by clients who had purchased a house that was neither. The 1890 three-story Victorian in Cambridge, Massachusetts,

had been recently renovated with resale in mind. The process yielded a residence with its period exterior appearance intact, but with interiors that, in real estate lingo, leaned toward a more widely appealing transitional decor.

LEFT TO RIGHT: The exterior facade and landscaped yard fit into its neighborhood of historic homes in Cambridge, Massachusetts. A window nook painted Benjamin Moore Twilight gives an otherwise neutral family room a pop of color.

Built-in bookcases by Conor’s Custom Carpentry fill an entire wall in the living room/library. The pedestal table by Half Crown Design surrounded with Platner Lounge Chairs by Knoll serves as a game table or can be extended to seat ten.

The new owners, a married couple with daughters ages ten and twelve, preferred something bolder, more colorful, and more personal. “They wanted to feel it belonged to them,” says Mary Flo Ouellette, who along with Steven Santosuosso, founded Squarehouse. “They were drawn to a clean, modern style but also wanted to preserve some of the home’s original architectural character.”

To achieve this desired look would be no small undertaking. “This project was a full gut renova-

tion,” says Santosuosso. “We transformed every element: exterior facade, landscaping, interior walls, trim, windows, finishes, lighting, built-ins, furniture, art, and styling accents.”

To help execute those plans, they brought in Sally DeGan of SpaceCraft Architecture and Joe DiLazzaro of Opus Master Builders, who had both worked on the earlier renovation.

The design team completely reworked the kitchen, added banks of new windows to the back of the

house, tweaked the first-floor plan for better traffic flow, converted two of the four bedrooms on the second floor into home offices, and transformed the third-floor bonus space into a luxe primary suite.

“The custom kitchen is modern, but not too modern,” says Ouellette. The dramatic color scheme combines dark gray Shaker-style cabinets by WLC Cabinetmakers with black granite countertops. A large island is wrapped in vertical oak slats that add warmth and draw the eye like a magnet.

LEFT: Against a backdrop of a new wall of windows in the dining area, the kitchen island seems to float above the oak flooring. It is sheathed with vertical oak slats and topped with black granite. ABOVE: A pair of thirty-inch handmade bronze Bonnie pendants by Ovature Studios add a sculptural element to the room. BELOW: The dark gray Shaker-style cabinets by WLC Cabinetmakers are accented with sleek T-shaped oak pulls.

An aura of calm prevails in the adjacent dining area. A row of five simple two-over-two windows opens the space to natural light and creates a traditional backdrop for a modern twelve-foot ash table by Loki Custom Furniture whose simplicity of form belies its detailed craftsmanship. “You need to notice the table, but not too much. We wanted to keep your eyes on the windows,” says Santosuosso. Above it, a ninety-six-inch-long Thin-Line Pendant by Sonneman is an inspired finishing touch.

Windows were added above the bed in the primary suite. The custom headboard is designed with built-in nightstands. The designers lowered the vaulted ceiling by three feet and chose the Stand By Mobile chandelier by Aqua Creations Studio for a stunning finish. FACING PAGE, CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: The primary bedroom is large enough to accommodate a sitting area outfitted with a Ligne Roset sectional sofa. This child’s bedroom has a built-in reading nook nestled into shelves reachable by a moveable ladder. The window in the spa-like primary bathroom offers a treetop view from the soaking tub; the Technicolor floor tiles by 41zero42 have a faux wood-grain finish.

“The homeowners were drawn to a clean, modern style but also wanted to preserve some of the home’s original architectural character.” —Interior designer Mary Flo Ouellette

The living room/library combines two spaces. One is a comfortable seating area furnished with a Bend-Sofa sectional by B&B Italia in a rich orange-brown hue set against dark smoky green walls. The other is anchored by a built-in floorto-ceiling bookcase and a round pedestal table by Half Crown Design that is perfect for playing cards and board games or doing puzzles.

The children’s bedrooms remain on the second floor, while the third floor is now an impressive parental getaway tucked under the gabled roof. “The primary suite is massive,” says Santosuosso. “We lowered the ceiling three feet to make it feel less so. We wanted it to feel large

but cozy.”

Outside, the house is painted in Yorktowne Green with Salamander trim from Benjamin Moore’s Historical Collection of colors. Enhanced by a manicured landscape, the property fits right into its historic neighborhood. Inside, a new story is unfolding.

EDITOR’S NOTE: For details, see Resources.

ARCHITECTURE: SpaceCraft Architecture

INTERIOR DESIGN: Squarehouse Studios

BUILDER: Opus Master Builders

LANDSCAPE DESIGN: Matthew Cunningham

Landscape Design

Tree-stump steps lead to a whimsical backyard play fort painted to match the house. FACING PAGE: Banks of new windows at the back of the house bring light and views into the basement-level recreation room, the first-floor dining area, and a second-floor home office; the single window on the top floor is in the primary bathroom.

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“Our goal throughout the design process was to reimagine both the kitchen and family space, creating a layout that truly enhances how the homeowners live. Today, the kitchen, seating, and gathering areas flow together seamlessly, showcasing the design and craftsmanship that define our work.”

—Peter Feinmann

The Starting Point

Feinmann worked within the existing footprint to transform an outdated kitchen for a Belmont, Massachusetts, homeowner. The client envisioned a transitional-style design that felt modern yet balanced— connecting seamlessly with the living space while maintaining a sense of separation between the sitting and dining areas. Creating ample seating and dining space was a key priority.

The

Summary

Removing the side peninsula created direct access to the sitting area. The central island was expanded to include seating for three, a large sink, dishwasher, and generous prep space. Finished in Cityscape, a warm neutral gray, the Greenfield cabinetry introduces a furniture-like elegance with wainscoting details on both sides of the island and along the perimeter near the stove.

To maintain clean sight lines, the stove hood was discreetly vented through the basement. Upper cabinets in Silver Lining brighten the space, while countertops in LG Muse quartz—an elegant white with subtle gray veining, complete the transitional aesthetic.

A standout feature is the sliding wall of Snow White and Afyon White Baby Picket marble tile behind the stove, concealing a coffee station, barware, and small appliances. Thoughtful storage solutions include ample drawers, a panel-covered refrigerator/freezer, wine fridge, and even specialty cabinets for dog food, doubling the available storage.

The remodel flows into a sitting room anchored by a striking three-sided glass fireplace, complemented by layered overhead lighting that illuminates the entire space.

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Meridian Construction Corp.

The Starting Point

This Lake Winnipesaukee renovation reimagines every room to support a modern lifestyle and connect the home more meaningfully to its setting. The owner wished to transform a dated 7,500-square-foot lake house into a refined, modern retreat shaped around expansive water views. The original interior was segmented and filled with small rooms, traditional trim, and visual barriers.

The Turning Point

Meridian Construction restructured the entire home, removing unnecessary partitions and redirecting major roof loads to achieve dramatic openness. A large screened porch was rebuilt as a vaulted dining room, serving as the architectural centerpiece. A full shed dormer, supported by a massive I-beam installed above the garage, created more upper-level volume. Every interior room exudes minimalist elegance accented by masterful craftsmanship. Clean, “no-trim” interiors required technical precision at every turn. Reglet flush bases, oversized stone slabs, and expansive European-style windows demanded flawless executions. The transformation continues outside, where the landscape team reshaped the property from shoreline to entry, enhancing both the water arrival experience and lakefront living.

The Summary

Meridian Construction Corp.

32 Artisan Court, Unit 4 Gilford, NH 03249

603-527-0101

MeridianNH.com info@meridiannh.com

This project is a total reinvention that transformed a dated lake house into a modern masterpiece. Featured in New England Home (April 2025), it represents the highest standard of custom residential renovation. A recent thank-you note from the owner states, “I wanted to thank you for our extraordinary home that gives us joy every day at the lake. We think of you guys often and fondly remember the journey of reimagining and building what ended up as pure perfection.”

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Sudbury Design Group

740 Boston Post Road

Sudbury, MA 01776

749 Main Street – Unit F Osterville, MA 02655

978-443-3638

sudburydesign.com

The Goal

Our client sought to create a complete entertainment space in the backyard with easy access from the main house kitchen and living area. The exterior space wish list included a complete outdoor kitchen, a dining terrace, a raised gunite spa and gas fire feature, a covered louvered pergola with a built-in privacy wall, and a sitting terrace. The desired style was clean and modern yet casual.

The Challenge

The site was small with a play lawn that the client wished to preserve. Access to the rear yard from the house was from an existing side deck and not direct. The primary challenge was to create the proper flow between design elements while providing year-round functionality, cohesive yet separate spaces, and privacy to the remaining yard. The south-facing yard also required a shade element from the sun.

The Elements

We used bluestone and marble paving to connect the different spaces while introducing sleek black and natural Ipe elements in the pergola and privacy wall, outdoor kitchen surround, and expanded deck off the house which included new access doors to the yard. A raised spa with a stone surround and fire element along with a wood-burning fireplace and privacy planting compete the space. Sun shades for the kitchen and dining areas connect the design elements.

The Summary

The project successfully combines the design elements through a cohesive scheme and use of materials. Functionally, the outdoor kitchen offers a professional cooking experience for year-round use. The pergola’s motorized louvers and the matching sun sails provide necessary shade as well as rain protection. The raised spa and gas fire trough along with the stone fireplace warm the summer and winter nights creating a true indoor/outdoor experience.

Volansky Studio Architecture & Interiors

“At Volansky Studio, we love the challenge of transforming an aging ski home into a place where a young family can grow, gather, and connect with each other and the outdoors. Renovations can be an opportunity to reduce material resources by avoiding teardowns while still crafting new and fresh spaces that help create fond, lasting new memories for families.”

Goal

We set out to keep the existing structure intact while opening up this compact ski home. The major shift came from removing the stone fireplace that once cut the main space in two. With improved energy efficiency throughout and a stronger visual connection to the site and sun, this renovation brings new life to a well‑loved, well worn mountain home.

Challenge

Working within a steep site and multiple constraints, this renovation uses straightforward, efficient moves to balance form and function. Setbacks, a nearby road, and a protected south‑side tree canopy demanded a compact solution. The outcome is a modern, resilient home that sits naturally within its landscape and engages its setting with intention.

Turning Point

The clients initially planned to demolish the existing home and build new. After detailed budgeting with Newschool Builders GC, it became clear the budget wouldn’t support that path. That turning point opened the door to a more strate gic solution. Volansky Studio proposed a major renovation: an opportunity to rethink the structure, retain what was valuable, and redirect the project toward a more innovative, more efficient design aligned with both the vision and the budget.

135 Luce Hill Road Stowe, VT 05672

802 793 4999 volanskystudio.com

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Volansky Studio Architecture & Interiors

Boston Stone Restoration

The Challenge

In this light-filled Newburyport kitchen, everyday use had left the marble countertops etched and uneven in appearance. The damage stood out against the clean cabinetry and bold veining of the stone. The homeowners wanted the marble restored while finding a way to protect it from future wear.

The Solution

Boston Stone Restoration honed and polished the marble to remove etching and restore a consistent finish. To help protect the newly restored surfaces, the countertops were treated with MORE® AntiEtch®, a system developed specifically for marble. On new installations, MORE® AntiEtch® now includes a lifetime warranty.

The Result

With the restoration complete, the marble once again reflects light smoothly and supports the kitchen’s balanced, inviting design. The veining reads clearly without distraction, and the space feels fresh and well cared for. The added protection allows the homeowners to use their kitchen comfortably, knowing the stone is protected over time.

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BEFORE

MELISSA AND PAUL BUNIS

Boston

DesignCrossover

The Starting Point

When the clients relocated to Brookline from Washington D.C., they were fortunate to find a condominium in a turnof-the-century townhome with the Green Line steps away from their front door. While the unit retained some original period details, many of them had been lost to earlier renovations. The design goal was to elevate the aesthetic of the unit while improving the connectivity of the spaces.

Challenges

Key to the design was relieving a bottleneck at the narrow kitchen where a prior addition and access from the parking garage converge with the original structure. Due to the original architecture of the building, the ability to relocate walls and move plumbing was severely limited. The new design relies on carefully planned sight lines, curated finishes, and improved room proportions to give the illusion of larger, more generous spaces.

Summary

DesignCrossover worked closely with the clients to ensure that the final design maximized the use of each space without feeling crowded or overly programmed. By incorporating both natural and handmade materials, as well as artwork from the clients’ existing collection, we were able to create a contemporary design that enhances the original 1900s architecture.

JASON L A GORGA, AIA

The Starting Point

Built in the late 1980s, this home’s exterior was showing its age due to missing and poor flashing techniques of the era. What started as a small exterior repair project turned into a complete exterior reconstruction using current building envelope methods and materials.

The Elements

Once work began, discoveries mounted—rot repair, structural issues, and two compromised chimneys close to collapsing. We carefully dismantled each chimney to the roofline and faithfully rebuilt them to preserve the home’s architectural character. Two screen porches were completely reconstructed as beautiful enclosed three-season rooms, which included addressing critical structural components throughout the home.

There’s nothing more fulfilling than transforming a compromised property into something remarkable. This project exemplifies our passion for meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail—we love these finished results!

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Installations Plus

The Goal

Transform a dark, windowless 1970s lower-level bathroom into a luxurious, inviting, and spacious spa-like retreat, while maintaining storage and accommodating aging-in-place needs.

The Challenges

This long, narrow bathroom lacked windows, proper ventilation, and lighting. Its concrete floor complicated leveling the floor with adjoining rooms, and a central steel beam further constrained the space.

The Solution

To reimagine the space:

• The entrance was extended by two feet, allowing the door to open fully and adding room for a storage dresser.

• The shower was opened up by removing the curb and side jambs, trenching the concrete for a sleek linear drain and lower floor height.

• Thoughtful features included a floating footrest,

recessed storage for toiletries, and minimized ceiling beam framing.

• Recessed lights and smooth plaster created a higher, brighter ceiling, while a vented fan eliminated odors.

• Heated flooring added warmth, and a floating vanity provided storage without crowding the space.

• Seamless plumbing panels replaced unsightly access panels for a polished, cohesive look.

The result? A stunning modern bathroom that feels spacious, functional, bright, and indulgent.

The Goal

A young family came to us looking to transform a builder-grade kitchen that felt dark, disconnected, and cramped into a space that could truly support everyday life. Their goal was an open, light-filled kitchen where cooking, homework, meals, and conversation could happen together—without sacrificing storage or style.

The Solution

The existing dining room sat behind a full dividing wall and was rarely used, largely because of the disconnect from the kitchen. While removing the wall promised better flow and natural light, it also meant rethinking the entire layout and addressing the inevitable loss of cabinetry.

Our solution was a thoughtful reconfiguration that opened the kitchen to the dining area and introduced a cozy breakfast nook on the opposite side, creating multiple places to gather. To balance the new openness, we reclaimed storage by converting underutilized closet space into a walk-in pantry— proving that with smart planning, nothing has to be lost to gain everything.

MBA Builders

ALLEN CARPENELLA, PAUL MACERO, AND KEITH FORLIZZI

The Goal

To recalibrate scale and proportion of this beloved lake home from the inside out—using architectural intervention as a tool to unlock light, views, and spatial clarity, and then refine the interiors to support how the space is seen, moved through, and lived in.

The Challenge

The original interiors lacked visual hierarchy. Competing focal points, compressed ceiling lines, and poorly aligned sight lines made the rooms feel heavier and more fragmented than necessary—despite generous square footage and an exceptional setting.

The Summary

This transformation began with correcting volume, then followed with disciplined interior editing. Once scale and proportion were reset, we focused on establishing clear focal moments, intentional negative space, and furniture layouts that reinforce—not fight—the architecture and views.

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IN THE DETAILS

The Good Life

ON THE MARKET • DESIGN DISPATCHES • THE SCENE

Step by Step, page 122

Egyptian motifs don’t appear often in New England design, but that’s just one aspect that makes this rectangular box pillow unique. Manny Makkas, secondgeneration owner of Makkas Workroom in Sudbury, Massachusetts, says it took four craftspeople in collaboration with interior designer Cecilia Casagrande to bring the piece to life. The fabric is a Genoa velvet from Pierre Frey, while the cord trim is Samuel & Sons, and the box tape is Houlès. “This pillow is a micro-example of what happens in interior design,” says Makkas. “Whether it’s tile or paint or lighting, there are so many people who come together to make it a reality. As a result, you’ll never, ever see a specific element like this pillow again—anywhere.”—Erika Ayn Finch

The Good Life IN THE DETAILS

Friends in High Places, page 132

Beyond being beautiful, the slatted wall in this Boston dining room designed by Trevor Fulmer has a practical purpose. Inspired by the city skyline, the wall was designed to accentuate the room’s vertical proportions and replicate the lights and buildings outside the windows. Made of walnut by Massachusetts furniture maker Jeff Woods of Woods Furniture & Design, the wall reflects his exquisite craftsmanship as well as his ingenuity. Their frequent collaborations “usually start with an email from Trevor, a concept,” says Woods. “Together we figure out how to make it happen.” In this case he suggested integrating strategically placed LED lights between the one-and-a-half-inch slats— lights that can be dimmed from 100 down to zero. And five of the slats closest to the window are magnetized so they can be easily removed to access a concealed HVAC panel.—Maria LaPiana

Photograph by Jared Kuzia. Styled by Kaylei McGaw

The Good Life IN THE DETAILS

As a student at Massachusetts College of Art and Design in the 1990s, Jamie Cumming created sculptures using wood and metal. Upon graduation, he applied that skill set to making fine furniture. In 2004, he opened Loki Custom Furniture, where he found his sweet spot collaborating with interior designers and their clients. He works alone in his Massachusetts workshop, but as with this twelve-foot ash dining table he built for Squarehouse Studios, the design process is interactive. “It is a conversation where,” he says, “ideas meet what is possible.”

—Gail Ravgiala

Then and Wow, page 150

Photograph

The Good Life | ON THE MARKET

Text by LISA H. SPEIDEL

BY THE NUMBERS

1014 BOYLSTON STREET, BROOKLINE, MASS.

$19,000,000

2.11 ACRES

13,343 SF

7 BEDS

11 BATHS

1 PLUNGE POOL

1 AU PAIR SUITE

1 FORMAL PARTERRE GARDEN

6 WOODBURNING FIREPLACES

3-CAR HEATED GARAGE

Brookline Beauty

Billiards, anyone? The great room also sports a fireplace and wet bar.

ARCHITECTURAL INTRIGUE

The Paine Estate, a magnificent Georgian Revival distinguished by its symmetrical brick facade, classical detailing, and hipped roofs, has a pedigreed provenance. Built in 1929, it was designed by architects Little & Russell on behalf of Robert Treat Paine for his daughter Elizabeth and her husband, Thomas Metcalf. Prominent patrons of the arts, the Metcalfs founded the Institute of Contemporary Art in Boston.

WHAT’S INSIDE

A grand entry hall sets an elegant tone that’s seamlessly carried from the sunken living room (it boasts three sets of French doors that open to the beautifully manicured grounds), to the wood-paneled library, to the formal dining room with lovely silk wallcoverings. Other highlights include a renovated eat-in kitchen, a fireplaced family room, a primary suite with an outdoor balcony, an au pair suite, and plenty of guest rooms (plus a bunk room) for visitors.

LAY OF THE LAND

Floor-to-ceiling windows not only flood the house with natural light, but also offer up views of the gorgeous fully landscaped (and very private) grounds that feature mature trees, stone terraces, a formal parterre garden, and a plunge pool. The location—near Chestnut Hill and The Country Club, one of the oldest golf clubs in the country—is as dreamy as the lush surroundings.

CONTACT

Tracy Campion, Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate, Boston, 617-236-0711, campionre.com, MLS# 240999

byJack Vatcher

Photography

The Good Life | ON THE MARKET

BY THE NUMBERS

59 SOUTH SHORE ROAD, NANTUCKET, MASS.

$39,900,000

7 ACRES

10,147 SF

9 BEDS

9 BATHS

1 POOL

1 SPA

1 POOL HOUSE

2 DEVELOPABLE

ONE-ACRE LOTS

Barn Born

Gather round: The grounds were designed to host a crowd.

HISTORY LESSON

Billed as a coastal estate with an equestrian soul, Surfside Sanctuary encompasses three separate parcels across seven acres, including two developable lots. The estate has a storied past—it’s comprised of two barns that originally graced the Vanderbilt family’s hunting property and later (in the 1990s) were transformed into popular entertainment venues, known as the Red Barn and the Green Barn. Some years later, slated for the wrecking ball, the structures were relocated

to South Shore Road and reimagined as this character-filled estate.

WHAT’S INSIDE

The interiors celebrate the structures’ rustic past while embracing all the luxuries a modern family could desire. Tall ceilings, hand-hewn beams, and a cool entertainment wing (complete with a live-performance set-up, billiards, and a full bar) nod to the buildings’ former life, while cozy living spaces, serene bedroom suites, and a chef’s kitchen are scaled for family time.

LAY OF THE LAND

Renderings hint at the potential to build out equestrian facilities and paddocks, but that’s just one path the future owners could take. Adding guest cottages is another option. As is enjoying the land—and privacy—in all its glory as is. Either way, the property is already pretty special, both in terms of amenities (there’s a resort-style pool and spa) and proximity (beautiful beaches and hiking trails are nearby).

CONTACT

Allison Mazer, Compass, Boston and Nantucket, Mass., 617-905-7379, compass.com, MLS # 73437103

Photography by Jack Vatcher

The Good Life | ON THE MARKET

BY THE NUMBERS

5 & 7 JOHN

$24,000,000

Horsing Around

LAY OF THE LAND

Grand in scope, this family compound encompasses two contiguous deeded properties—5 & 7 John Street in Greenwich. 7 John Street includes the main house, a stately country estate, marked by its stone facade and slate roof, that

was originally designed in 1937 by Auguste L. Noel, the designer of the Whitney Museum of American Art in NYC. The gorgeous grounds are the handiwork of landscape architect Jacqueline Osty, wellknown for beautifying parks and boulevards throughout Paris. The adjacent property has two cottages and a garage.

WHAT’S INSIDE

While The Whitney is decidedly modern, this distinguished home skews much more traditional. The property has been updated and added on to over the years, but it retains a European-inspired elegance. The mid-1980s brought a sizable addition, complete with a five-car garage with bedrooms above, an expanded primary suite, and, the pièce de résistance: a 3,500-squarefoot conservatory that could easily host a party for a couple hundred.

FUN FACTOR

Elegant interiors are primed for

and there’s a riding ring and spacious paddocks. Exercise enthusiasts will appreciate the tennis court (complete with a tennis house) and two pools— indoors and out. When you’re in need of a dose of culture or a shopping excursion, both downtown Greenwich and Armonk, New York, are close by.

CONTACT

This is a horse-lover’s paradise. On-property stables can comfortably house five horses with a tack room,

Shelly Tretter Lynch, Compass, Greenwich, Conn., 203-550-8508, compass.com, MLS # 124078

The Good Life | DESIGN DISPATCHES

Edited by LYNDA SIMONTON

Style Scene

Art & Architecture Tour

ONGOING

Join a docent for a tour celebrating the history of Boston Athenæum’s landmark building and its impressive collections. Boston bostonathenaeum.org

›› Beneath The Breakers Tour

ONGOING

Explore the underground systems and innovative technology inside this iconic Gilded Age mansion. Newport, R.I. newportmansions.org

›› Hildene ONGOING

Spring is an excellent time to visit Robert and Mary Lincoln’s preserved home and farm. Robert was the only child of Abraham Lincoln to survive to adulthood. Manchester, Vt. hildene.org

Connecticut’s Historic Gardens

MARCH 23

Tune in to this virtual program that shares the history and beauty of sixteen landscapes located around the state. historicnewengland.org

Jewelry Making 101

MARCH 29

Discover the joys of jewelry making at North Bennet Street School by going through a series of beginner-level projects. Boston nbss.edu

›› Art in Bloom

MARCH 24–29

This annual event features floral installations inspired by the Portland Museum of Art’s collection. Portland, Maine portlandmuseum.org

›› Boston Design Center Spring Market Day

APRIL 30

Boston’s design hub throws open its doors for a day of talks, product introductions, and colleague connections. Boston bostondesign.com

The Met: Live in HD—Tristan und Isolde

MARCH 21

Lose yourself in Richard Wagner’s haunting love story simulcast from The Metropolitan Opera at The Clark. Williamstown, Mass. clarkart.edu

‹‹ Urban Gardening

MARCH 26

This virtual workshop explores how to design an urban garden with an ecological mindset by focusing on plant selection and biodiversity. nativeplanttrust.org

Notebook

Temperatures are low, but the design industry remains hot. Platt Builders is marking an exciting new chapter with the promotion of Chris Brown to president. An eighteen-year veteran of the firm, Brown steps into this new role as founder Halsey Platt remains onboard as owner and a member of the senior leadership team. During his tenure, Brown has worked across the company—from overseeing projects in the field to leading production to guiding clients through the pre-construction process. That wide-ranging experience now informs his leadership of day-to-day operations at Platt Builders and its in-house brands, Platt Cabinetry and Prismatic Painting. Change is also in the air at Bonin Architects & Associates. The firm is putting down new roots in Vermont with the opening of its Woodstock office at 19 Central Street. Founded in 2008, the award-winning company is known for its collaborative, thoughtful designs and timeless luxury homes. With existing offices in New London and Meredith, New Hampshire, the new Woodstock location allows the team to better serve a growing roster of residential, commercial, and landscape architecture clients throughout the Green Mountains. “Our team is excited to deepen our connection to Vermont,” says principal architect Kevin ten Brinke. “This new office reflects our continued growth and dedication to providing personalized, high-quality design solutions for homeowners

and communities across the Northeast.”

The New England chapter of the International Furnishings and Design Association (IFDA) has had a change in leadership. Congratulations to Eunice Weckesser, principal of Crown the Cool, who takes the reins from John Trifone. Weckesser’s bold style should be a perfect fit for this vibrant trade group, which offers educational and social events for the region’s design community.

In other trade organization news, the New England chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) hosted its annual Design Excellence Awards in Boston this past November. Notable residential award winners include interior designer Trevor Fulmer for Lighting Design and Residential Proj-

ect Under 3,500 Square Feet; interior designer Dane Austin for Residential Project Over 3,500 Square Feet; and Daniel Abramson of SimpleHome for Technology Integration in Design.

Denise Rush, dean of the School of Interior Architecture at Boston Architectural College, was recognized as Educator of the Year. Michelle and Wayne Southworth of MWI Fiber-Shield were honored with the 2025 Legacy Award. The Southworths have advanced the New England design community through advocacy, education, and exemplary leadership for more than two decades.

Heading outside, Soake Pools has launched a new collection of plunge pool designs. The styles, featuring fresh colors, wide stripes, and chunky checks, will look right at home in backyards from

Newport to Nantucket. The collection seeks to bridge the gap between interiors and the outdoors by offering a broader range of designs.

Finally, mark your calendars for the 2026 Luxury Home Design Summit taking place at Cape Cod’s iconic Chatham Bars Inn May 18–20. The event features keynotes, educational seminars, roundtable discussions, and plenty of time to connect with industry colleagues. In the past, the summit has attracted nationally renowned speakers, including Gil Schafer, Nina Campbell, and Bobby McAlpine, and 2026 will be no exception. We look forward to seeing you there!

Do you have news to share with New England Home? Email Lynda Simonton at lsimonton@ nehomemag.com

RYAN BENT PHOTOGRAPHY

The Good Life THE SCENE

Edited by EMMA OSTROVSKY

November-December

Networking Event with Santtoro

To ring in the holiday season, Santtoro hosted an evening of celebration at its Boston showroom. Industry leaders gathered to toast New England Home ’s November-December issue while enjoying a live DJ, cocktails, and light bites in a festive setting.

Photography

Matt Stone

Ryan Wikman and Christina Wikman of Chestnut Grove Design Group Becky Pittore and Izzy Carey of Hacin

Liz McBride-Wood and Serena Yee Chin of McBride & Yee Interior Design

Amy Long Gunerman and Emily Coutu of Mellowes & Paladino Architects

Allen Carpenella of MBA Builders with Miriam Hellweg and Heather Lashbrook Jones of a Blade of Grass

Ann Neumann of McCormack Builders, Robin Gannon of Robin Gannon Interiors, and Doreen Le May Madden of Lux Lighting Design

New England Home’s Kathy Bush-Dutton alongside the evening’s guest DJ

Harland Nadeau and MaryKate Farnham of LeBlanc Jones Landscape Architects

Michael D’Angelo of MDLA Landscape Architecture, Gregory Leonard of Frameless Shower Doors by LUXE Glass, New England Home’s Jill Stoller, and Treff LaFleche of LDa Architecture & Interiors

The Santtoro team in their Boston showroom

Manejah Terzi of Manejah PR, Manny Makkas of Makkas Workroom, and Leslie Fine of Leslie Fine Interiors

Cynthia Kozdeba of ART Architects, Christopher DeOrsay of DeOrsay Campbell Smith Architects, and David Sharff of David Sharff Architect

The Good Life

Minotti White Party

Design professionals dressed in white gathered in Minotti’s Boston showroom to help raise funds for Winter Walk, which benefited people experiencing neurodiversity, autism, and developmental disabilities, while enjoying music and holiday cheer.

PRISM Awards

Industry leaders gathered to celebrate excellence in residential design and construction at the PRISM Awards, honoring builders, designers, and projects shaping the New England home industry through innovation, craftsmanship, and creativity.

Photography by Ev Dow

Photography by Charlene Graham

Peter Fallon of Fallon Custom Homes & Renovations

Alison Farias of Polhemus Savery DaSilva Architects Builders

Members of the LDa Architecture & Interiors, Kenneth Vona and Son Construction, and Gregory Lombardi Design teams

Members of the Sea-Dar Construction team

Members of the Cummings Architecture + Interiors team

Members of the Adams + Beasley Associates team

Larissa Cook and Jamie Volpe of FBN Construction

John Speridakos of Cosmos Painting and Laurie Gorelick of Laurie Gorelick Interiors

Georgia Zikas of Georgia Zikas Design, Eunice Weckesser of Crown the Cool, Vivian Robins of Arketa Design Studio, and Georgia Balafas of Corcoran

Trevor Fulmer of Trevor Fulmer Design, Dane Austin of Dane Austin Design, Eric Roseff of Eric Roseff Designs, Pierre Matta of Newton Kitchens & Design, and Joe Bertola of Bertola Custom Homes and Remodeling

John Trifone, Cathy Doucette, Troy Rudolph, and Sebastian Divo Adrian of Minotti

The Good Life

IFDA Holiday Party

IFDA hosted a spirited holiday celebration honoring the interior design community. Guests gathered to commemorate the season with festive cocktails, music, and conversation, sharing reflections on the year’s milestones while looking ahead to what’s next for New England design.

ASID Holiday Party

ASID celebrated the holiday season with an evening of connection and cheer, bringing together design professionals to toast the year’s achievements. Guests enjoyed festive decor, seasonal bites, and conversation at Room & Board in Boston.

Photography by Ev Dow

Rob Henry and Jon Shellington of Allstate Glass flank Peter Griffin of FBN Construction and Jeanne Finnerty of Jeanne Finnerty Interior Design

Sasha Durand of Birchwood Builders Group, Jim Gauthier of Jim Gauthier & Company, and Kevin Cradock of Kevin Cradock Builders

Room & Board’s Boston team

Karine Achkar of Lutron Electronics, Dan Abramson of SimpleHome, and Shalini Brennan Vattes of FBN Construction

Ken Gurley of Landry & Arcari Rugs and Carpeting, Shelby Littlefield of ASID New England, and Dennis Duffy of Duffy Design Group

Dana DiMarzio and Mia McLoughlin of Scavolini

Michael McIver and Fred Anderson of Anderson Landscape Architecture + Construction flank Berkeley Wlodarczak of F.H. Perry Builder

Beezee Honan of Designer Bath and Salem Plumbing Supply, Eunice Weckesser of Crown the Cool, Larissa Cook of FBN Construction, and Lauren Hamilton of Hamilton Interiors

Mario Sabino of VETTii Cucina, Rosemary Porto of IFDA New England, and David Sharff of David Sharff Architect

Billy Trifone of Hancock Appliance and Emery Murphy of Miele

Trent Bell Photography

Resources

A GUIDE TO THE PROFESSIONALS IN THIS ISSUE’S FEATURED HOMES

PEDIGREED POOL HOUSE

PAGES 39–44

Architecture and interior design: Catherine Truman Architecture & Interiors, Somerville, Mass., 857-285-2500, catherinetrumanarchitects.com

Builder: b+h Custom Builders, Waltham, Mass., 781-861-0086, brookesandhill.com

Landscape design: Jon Pate, Pate Landscape Architecture, Newton, Mass., 617-645-9969, patelandarch.com

Interior millwork: Herrick & White

Architectural Woodworkers, Cumberland, R.I., 401-658-0440, herrick-white.com

Lighting consultant: Nancy Goldstein, Light Positive, Marblehead, Mass., 781-631-2502, lightpositive.com

Decorative painting: Nathaniel Brady

Finishing, Carlisle, Mass.

Upholstery: Christopher Shelton, C Shelton Conservation, Hyde Park, Mass., 617-364-4054, csheltoncsvn.com

Landscape contracting: Doug Curtiss Landscape Contractors, Westborough, Mass., 508-481-2368, curtisslandscape.com

Hardscaping: Griffin Masonry and Waterproof, Millis, Mass., 508-380-1753; Pyramid Custom Masonry, Westborough, Mass., 508-366-5311

Pool: Environmental Pools, Bolton, Mass., 978-256-0200, environmentalpools.com

Structural engineering: John Born Associates, Cambridge, Mass., 617-864-0068

SETTLING IN NICELY

PAGES 48–54

Architecture and interior design: Joseph Combs and Erin Hunter, Studio Hearth Architecture + Design, Stoneham, Mass., 617-682-7044, studio-hearth.com

Builder: Jacob Talbot, Victoria Talbot, Jacob Talbot Fine Homebuilders, Little Compton, R.I., 401-635-8200, jacobtalbot.com

Landscape design: Dennis Staton, Tim Brown, Design Outside, Westport, Mass., 401-316-8176, designoutside.com

Cabinetry: Joshua Helger, Little Compton, R.I., 401-230-0039

Landscape contracting: R.P. Marzilli, Medway, Mass., 508-533-8700, rpmarzilli.com

Structural engineering: Siegel Structural Engineers, Newton, Mass., 617-244-1612, siegelstructural.com

OUT IN THE OPEN PAGES 56–66

Carved by Nature Pages 56–58

Landscape design: Hilarie Holdsworth, Hilarie Holdsworth Design, Gloucester, Mass., 978-281-2009, hilarieholdsworthdesign.com

Masonry and hardscaping: Carter Roberts Construction, Essex, Mass., 978-766-8600, carterrobertsconstruction.com

Pool: Environmental Pools, Bolton, Mass., 978-256-0200, environmentalpools.com; Gartenart Natural Pools, Jaffrey, N.H., 617-213-0052, gartenartusa.com

Built to Flow Pages 60–62

Architecture and builder: David Supple, New England Design & Construction, Lexington, Mass., 617-708-0676, nedesignbuild.com

Landscape design: Allan Robinson, a Blade of Grass, Sudbury, Mass., 508-358-4500, abladeofgrass.com

Higher Ground Pages 64–66

Landscape design: Peter White, ZEN Associates, Woburn, Mass., 781-932-3700, zenassociates.com

Landscape installation: ZEN Associates, Woburn, Mass., 781-932-3700, zenassociates.com

MODERN REFUGE

PAGES 80–86

Architecture: Russ Tyson, Whitten Architects, Portland, Maine, 207-774-0111, whittenarchitects.com

Interior design: Heidi Lachapelle Interiors, Portland, Maine, 201-264-3277, heidilachapelle.com

Builder: Chase Construction, Wells, Maine, 207-646-6703, chaseconstruction.com

Landscape design: Soren Deniord Design Studio, Portland, Maine, sorendeniord.com Cabinetry: The Webhannet Co., Wells, Maine, 207-646-6703, thewebhannetco.com

STEP BY STEP

PAGES 122–131

Interior design: Cecilia Casagrande, Casagrande Studio, Brookline, Mass., 617-331-7144, casagrandestudio.com

Builder: Casagrande Studio, Brookline, Mass., 617-331-7144, casagrandestudio.com

Interior millwork: Tim Schiefer, Schiefer & Co, Waltham, Mass., 617-370-5915, schieferandco.com

Window coverings and upholstery: Makkas Workroom, Sudbury, Mass., 508-877-4647, makkasdrapery.com

Tilework: Tile Art, Boston, 857-312-9841, tileartboston.com

Kitchen painting: ZK Painting, Waltham, Mass., 401-787-3182, zkpainting.com

FRIENDS IN HIGH PLACES

PAGES 132–139

Interior design: Trevor Fulmer, Trevor Fulmer Design, South Boston, Mass., 617-221-6232, trevorfulmerdesign.com

Builder: Bobby Ernst Jr., Michael Josephson, FBN Construction, Canton, Mass., 617-333-6800, fbnconstruction.com

Interior millwork: Jeff Woods, Woods Furniture & Design, Framingham, Mass., 919-561-3307, jeffwoodsfurniture.com

Audio/video/smart home technology:

Audio Concepts, North Attleborough, Mass., 617-734-1800, audioconceptsboston.com

Window coverings: Designer Draperies of Boston, South Boston, Mass., 617-268-2391, designerdraperiesofboston.com

BEST OF BOTH WORLDS

PAGES 140–149

Architecture and interior design: Elizabeth Herrmann Architecture + Design, Bristol, Vt., 802-453-6401, eharchitect.com

Builder: Red House, Colchester, Vt., 802-655-0009, redhousebuilding.com

Landscape design: Keith Wagner, Wagner Hodgson Landscape Architecture, Burlington, Vt., 802-864-0010, wagnerhodgson.com

Interior millwork: Dan Ober, Ober Woodworking, Lincoln, Vt., 802-349-3594, oberwoodworking.com

Cabinetry: Pomerantz Cabinetry, Waitsfield, Vt., 802-496-9751, pomerantzcabinetry.com

Metalwork: Lou Nop, Nop’s Metalworks, Middlebury, Vt., 802-382-9300, nopsmetalworks.com

Landscape contracting: Norris Landscaping, New Haven, Vt., 802-453-5382, norrisvt.com

Masonry: Jared Hendricks, Feather & Wedge, Hinesburg, Vt., 570-242-5234, featherandwedgemasonry.com; Pierre Bernier, Bernier Plastering, Bolton, Vt., 781-405-4788, bernierplasterings.com

Structural engineering: Ross Golde, Artisan Engineering, Shelburne, Vt., 802-497-3531, artisaneng.com

THEN AND WOW PAGES 150–161

Architecture: Sally DeGan, Spacecraft Architecture, Winchester, Mass., 781-674-2100, spacecraftarch.com

Interior design: Mary Flo Ouellette, Steve Santosuosso, Squarehouse Studios, Somerville, Mass., 501-650-2811, squarehousestudios.com

Builder: Joe DiLazzaro, Opus Master Builders, Winchester, Mass., 617-423-3014, opusmasterbuilders.com

Landscape design: Matthew Cunningham, Matthew Cunningham Landscape Design, Stoneham, Mass., 617-905-2246, matthew-cunningham.com

Kitchen cabinetry: WLC Cabinetmakers, Ward Hill, Mass., 978-912-1005, walterlanecabinetmaker.com

Primary bedroom cabinetry: Paul Cusack, Cusack Design, Somerville, Mass., 617-625-5444

Dining table: Jamie Cumming, Loki Custom Furniture, 617-669-9373, lokifurniture.com

Library table: Jodi Robbins, Half Crown Design, Cambridge, Mass., 617-497-1507, halfcrowndesign.com

Library bookcase: Conor’s Custom Carpentry, Norwood, Mass., 857-540-6894, conorscarpentry.com

Advertiser Index

a Blade of Grass, Inc. 114

ABC Stone 14–15

Anderson Landscape Architecture + Construction 98–99

Astrid Burns, LLC 93

Azek Exteriors 41

B+H Custom Builders 46

Blue Hour Design 69

Bonin Architects & Associates 43

Boston Stone Restoration 172

Botanica Land Care 115

BSA Construction 10–11

California Closets 38

Carolyn Thayer Interiors 27

Catherine Truman Architecture & Interiors inside front cover

Chase Construction 197

Chestnut Grove Designs 100–101

Christopher Pagliaro Architects 79

Clarke 71

Cobalt Construction Management 193

Crown Point Cabinetry 33

Crown Select 73

Cumar 81

Daher Interior Design 1

Dan Gordon Landscape Architects 75

DesignCrossover 173

Designer Bath/Salem Plumbing Supply 83

Diane Murphy Interiors, LLC 55

DiscoverTile, LLC 24

Distinctive Pergolas 116

Dover Rug & Home 49

Downsview Kitchens 53

FBN Construction Co., LLC outside back cover

Feinmann, Inc. 164–165

Frameless Shower Doors by Luxe Glass 195

Glimpsewood Residential 174

Gregory Lombardi Design 12–13

Hacin 35

Highline Construction 95

Hutker Architects 59

Installations Plus, Inc. 175

Jennifer Palumbo, Inc. 89

Jewett Farms + Co. 87

Kenneth Vona and Son Construction inside back cover

KFA Katherine Field and Associates, Inc. 117

Kistler and Knapp Builders, Inc. 85

Koulopoulos Vona & Co. 2–3

LaBarge Homes 34

Landry & Arcari Rugs and Carpeting 91

Lazzoni 8–9

League of N.H. Craftsmen 195

LeBlanc Jones Landscape Architects, Inc. 181

Leslie Fine Interiors, Inc. 4–5

Linda’s Barn 65

Little Greene 51

Lynch Landscape & Tree Service, Inc. 102–103

Matthew Cunningham Landscape Design, LLC 20–21

MBA Builders 176

McCormack Builders 178

McDermott Landscape Design 118

Meridian Construction 166–167

Minotti 16–17

Monique’s Bath Showroom 61

My Estate Concierge 63

New England Design & Construction 162

Oak Hill Architects, Inc. 193

Onyx Corporation 106–107

Paragon Landscape Construction 96

Parterre Garden Services 36–37

Payne|Bouchier Fine Builders 183

Platt Cabinetry 187

PRG Rugs 77

R.P. Marzilli & Company 108–109

Red House Building 191

Santtoro 18–19

SBS OneSource 185

Sea-Dar Construction 120

Shope Reno Wharton 189

SimpleHome 22–23

Soake Pools 119

StruXure Boston 28–29

Studio Sage Interiors 177

Sudbury Design Group, Inc. 110–111, 168–169

TFC Homes 31

The Lagassé Group 67

The MacDowell Company, LLC 104–105

TimberTech 45

TMS Architects Interiors 6–7

TSP Smart Spaces 47

Volansky Studio Architecture & Interiors 170–171

Winterberry Design 197

Youngblood Builders, Inc. 57

ZEN Associates, Inc. 112–113

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Last Look |

Plant a Seat

Before announcing its closure last October, Boston’s 128-year-old Society of Arts + Crafts named Houston, Texas-based artist Joyce Lin as the recipient of its 2025 John D. Mineck Fellowship award. Lin earned degrees in geology and biology from Brown University and furniture making from the Rhode Island School of Design, and she says her conceptual-yet-functional art seeks to bridge the two disciplines. (She created Exploded Chair, shown above, bottom right, during her senior year at RISD.) The fellowship, awarded annually to an early-career artist, came with an unrestricted $25,000 prize. Lin plans to use the money to expand and upgrade her studio. joyce-lin.com

Photography by Joyce Lin and (bottom right) Joe Kramm

IF YOU START LEARNING HOW TO BUILD WHEN YOU’RE FIVE, IT MAKES SENSE THAT ONE DAY YOU’D WORK HERE. This is Jack. He’s a Senior Supervisor at Kenneth Vona and Son Construction. He oversees all our job sites, bringing with him the tricks of the trade his contractor father schooled him in, back in the day. With his deep knowledge, vast experience, integrity and leadership, he’s considered one of the best in the business. Which is why he’s here. Because Jack, just like the rest of our team, is all about excellence. We think his dad would be proud of him. We know we are.

David Miller has been a valued member of the FBN team for 10 years and has once again delivered an exceptional luxury custom home renovation experience.

Warrior Design and Décor | Nat Rea Photography | DeOrsay Campbell Smith Architects