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Author: Janice Randall Rohlf
In the Spotlight
From kitchen and bath renovations to inspiring home tours and design showcases, discover ideas to refresh your living spaces this fall. Explore professional projects, midcentury finds, and gardens in bloom for your next home inspiration.
Deep Roots at Bedrock Gardens
Bedrock Gardens in Lee, now a public space, is Jill Nooney’s pride and joy.
Relax and Retreat at Quitetude
An early 20th-century lodge is lightly renovated to accommodate business off-sites without losing its original Arts and Crafts aesthetic.
2025 Up & Coming Talent (Under 40) Winner: Michael Pritchard
Nominator Kevin ten Brinke, AIA, NCARB, LEED, AP of Bonin Architects said: Mike is an integral member of our team, where his vision has shaped our collaborative culture and design processes. As our studio BIM manager, he leads staff training…
Outdoor Design (Garden Design) Winner: Zen Oasis
Outdoor Design (Garden Design) Winner: Zen Oasis by Bill Parker of Parker Garden Design
2025 Outdoor Design (Living Spaces) Winner: Windermere Residence
Outdoor Design (Living Spaces) Winner: Windermere Residence by MDLA Landscape Architects
2025 Outdoor Design (Landscape Without Pool) Winner: A Tranquil Family Retreat by the Water
Outdoor Design (Landscape Without Pool) Winner: A Tranquil Family Retreat by the Water by George Pellettieri
2025 Outdoor Design (Landscape with Pool) Winner: Notch House
Architectural Design (Modern) Winner: Notch House by Paul Lewandowski, AIA
2025 Remodeling/Renovation Design Winner: Portside Elegance
Remodeling/Renovation Design Winner: Portside Elegance by CM Ragusa Builders
2025 Historical Renovation Winner: Country Residence
Historical Renovation Winner: Country Residence by Renee Fair, AIA, Sheldon Pennoyer, AIA
2025 Bath Design Winner: Soothing Sanctuary
2025 Bath Design Winner: Soothing Sanctuary by Whitney Nelson of Granite State Cabinetry
2025 Interior Design (Primary Suite) Winner: Marshside Oasis
Interior Design (Primary Suite) Winner: Marshside Oasis by Liz Fox Jacobs of Spruce Interiors
2025 Interior Design (Specialty/Small Space) Winner: Making an Entrance
Interior Design (Specialty/Small Space) Winner: Making an Entrance by Jen Myers of Weekender House
2025 Interior Design (Living Space) Winner: Forged of Iron, Wood and Stone
Interior Design (Living Space) Winner: Forged of Iron, Wood and Stone by Cicely Beston Interior Designs
2025 Interior Design (Home Office) Winner: Family Woodland Lakehouse
Interior Design (Home Office) Winner: Family Woodland Lakehouse by Lindsay Lawrence Interiors
2025 Interior Design (Whole House Design) Winner: Family Woodland Lakehouse
Interior Design (Whole House Design) Winner: Family Woodland Lakehouse by Lindsay Lawrence Interiors
2025 Kitchen Design (Transitional) Winner: Artisan Luxury
Kitchen Design (Transitional) Winner: Artisan Luxury by Whitney Nelson
2025 Kitchen Design (Contemporary) Winner: Lake Nubanusit Camp
Kitchen Design (Contemporary) Winner: Lake Nubanusit Camp by Katie Cassidy Sutherland
2025 Kitchen Design(Traditional) Winner: The Bright House
Kitchen Design(Traditional) Winner: The Bright House by Lisa Muskat
2025 Green Design (Net Zero/Net Zero Ready) Winner: The Loft ADU
Green Design (Net Zero/Net Zero Ready) Winner: The Loft ADU by Katie Cassidy Sutherland
2025 Green Design (Energy-Efficient Home) Winner: Hanover Modern
SGreen Design (Energy-Efficient Home) Winner: Hanover Modern by Amanda Weglinski
2025 Small Home Design Winner: Carriage House / Bunk House
Small Home Design Winner: Carriage House / Bunk House by Timothy Hess, AIA
2025 Architectural Design (Modern) Winner: Notch House
Architectural Design (Modern) Winner: Notch House by Paul Lewandowski, AIA
2025 Architectural Design (Traditional) Winner: Country Residence
Architectural Design (Traditional) Winner: Country Residence by Renee Fair, AIA, Sheldon Pennoyer, AIA
2025 Home of the Year Winner: Family Woodland Lakehouse
Home of the Year Winner: Family Woodland Lakehouse by Lindsay Lawrence Interiors, Maugel DeStefano Architects, Jason Drouin Custom Homes and MDLA Landscape Architects, LLC
A Scandinavian-Inspired Forever Home
Inspired by the Norwegian way of living, this minimalistic, energy-efficient house prioritizes family over frills.
Green, Glorious Green!
Even if you love snow (I do) and are passionate about skiing (I am), by the third month of the year, it’s time for a change, time to celebrate what’s fresh and new — and green!
Renovating a 1970s Lake Sunapee Home into a Sustainable Family Retreat
A family gathering spot for half a century is renovated to last at least that long into the future.
Ushering in the New Year
I’ve always loved winter in New England. Regrettably, snowfalls over the years have diminished in size, but I cling to memories of watching the first fat flakes of the season tumble out of the sky and racing with my friends to our local ski area.
Preserving the Past in Lake Sunapee
Amid a wave of new construction, this early 20th-century Sunapee cottage has been respectfully renovated, paying homage to its history.
Welcome to Winter!
I’ve always loved winter in New England. Regrettably, snowfalls over the years have diminished in size, but I cling to memories of watching the first fat flakes of the season tumble out of the sky and racing with my friends to our local ski area.
Beauty & the Bath: Check Out the Before and After
Image Contracting in Bedford is no stranger to bespoke bath remodels, yet this was their most ambitious to date. This primary en suite left nothing untouched. Everything in the space was relocated and reconfigured for function and best use of the space.
Something for Everyone
Kitchens these days are about much more than whipping up a meal — they’re places to hang out, entertain and work from home.
Comfort Inn at The Wentworth
A significant redesign celebrates the rich heritage of a grand hotel, with subtle nods to the establishment’s past.
Continental Flair for This Home in the Monadnock Region
Good decisions and attention to detail produce an elegant but livable home with the best view for miles around.
Hidden Treasure
A modern Lake Winnipesaukee retreat nestled in the trees has a bird's-eye view of the lake.
A Sense of Place
The interior design of Portsmouth’s AC Hotel reflects its location near the water.
A Trip to the Lake
Last August, my friend Carole invited me and another friend to spend a few days at her house in Sunapee.
2024 Up and Coming Talent (Under 40) Winner: Cristopher Salomon
Home Design Award Up and Coming Talent (Under 40) Winner: Cristopher Salomon from Samyn-D’Elia Architects, P.A. in Holderness
2024 Outdoor Design: Landscape With Pool Winner: Mountaintop Oasis
Home Design Award Outdoor Design: Landscape With Pool Winner: Mountaintop Oasis by American Waterscapes in Andover, NH
2024 Kitchen Design: Transitional Winner: Refined Luxury
Home Design Award Kitchen Design: Transitional Winner: Refined Luxury by Granite State Cabinetry in Bedford, NH
2024 Outdoor Design: Landscape Without Pool Winner: Lake Sunapee Retreat
Home Design Award Outdoor Design: Landscape Without Pool Winner: Lake Sunapee Retreat by Bonin Architects & Associates in New London, NH
2024 Interior Design: Whole House Design Winner: Coastal Legacy
Home Design Award Interior Design: Whole House Design Winner: Coastal Legacy by TMS Architects in Portsmouth, NH
2024 Interior Design: Specialty/Small Space Winner: Laundry Oasis
Home Design Award Interior Design: Specialty/Small Space Winner: Laundry Oasis by Weekender House in Portsmouth, NH
2024 Green Design: Energy Efficient Home: Winona Shores
Home Design Award Green Design: Energy Efficient Home: Winona Shores by Hausworks in Rochester
2024 Green Design: Net Zero / Net Zero Ready Winner: Spark Side
Home Design Award Green Design: Net Zero / Net Zero Ready winner: Spark Side by Kaplan Thompson Architects in Portland, Maine
2024 Kitchen Design: Contemporary Winner: Oak House
Home Design Award Kitchen Design: Contemporary Winner: Oak House by TMS Architects in Portsmouth, NH
2024 Outdoor Design: Living Spaces Winner: Lakefront Timber Frame Home
Home Design Award Outdoor Design: Living Spaces winner Lakefront Timber Frame Home by Samyn-D’Elia Architects, P.A. in Holderness
2024 Outdoor Design: Garden Design Winner: Pinnacle House
Home Design Award Outdoor Design: Garden Design Winner: Pinnacle House by Parker Garden Design in Nashua, NH
