2026 Kitchen Design (Contemporary) Winner: State Street Condo
Kitchen Design (Contemporary) Winner: State Street Condo by Ben Auger, Auger Building Company in Greenland
Author: Janice Randall Rohlf
2026 Kitchen Design (Transitional) Winner: Charismatic Dream
Kitchen Design (Transitional) Winner: Charismatic Dream by Whitney Nelson, Granite State Cabinetry in Bedford
2026 Kitchen Design(Traditional) Winner: 19th-Century Charmer
Kitchen Design(Traditional) Winner: 19th-Century Charmer by Whitney Nelson, Granite State Cabinetry in Bedford
2026 Green Design (Net Zero/Net Zero Ready) Winner: Split Gable House
Green Design (Net Zero/Net Zero Ready) Winner: Split Gable House by Katie Sutherland, kcs ARCHITECTS in Marlborough
2026 Green Design (Energy-Efficient Home) Winner: Ridge View
Green Design (Energy-Efficient Home) Winner: Ridge View by Anthony Giovanni, MWV Fine Homes in Jackson
2026 Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Winner: Shingle-Style Guest Cottage
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Winner: Shingle-Style Guest Cottage by Jason Bailey, TMS Architects & Interiors in Portsmouth
2026 Small House Design Honorable Mention: Elm Tree Cottage
Small Home Design Honorable Mention: Elm Tree Cottage by Janice Page, PKsurroundings in Exeter
2026 Small House Design Winner: The Not So Tiny House
Small Home Design Winner: The Not So Tiny House by Katie Sutherland, kcs ARCHITECTS in Marlborough
2026 Architectural Design (Modern) Winner: Cove House
Architectural Design (Modern) Winner: Cove House by Marcus Gleysteen, Marcus Gleysteen Architects in Lincoln, Mass
2026 Architectural Design (Traditional) Honorable Mention: Classic Camp
Architectural Design (Traditional) Honorable Mention: Classic Camp by Anthony Giovanni, MWV Fine Homes in Jackson
2026 Architectural Design (Traditional) Winner: Lake House in the New Hampshire Lakes Region
Architectural Design (Traditional) Winner: Lake House in the New Hampshire Lakes Region by Cris Salomon, Samyn-D’Elia Architects in Holderness and Joseph DeSerrano, Cormack Construction Management in Madison
2026 Home of the Year Winner: The Enchanted Cottage
Home of the Year Winner: The Enchanted Cottage by Matthew J. Daughdrill, Christopher P. Williams Architects in Meredith
Green is In
Three years ago, New Hampshire Home added two new categories to its annual Design Awards: Energy-Efficient Home and Net-Zero/Net-Zero Ready Home. This was in response to a growing awareness that going “green” — once considered an anomaly — was becoming the standard in homebuilding, both by choice and mandate. Every year since we added these Green Design categories, the number of submissions has increased.
A Forever Home
Designed for an active retirement and rooted in Seacoast tradition, this Shingle Style home balances timeless architecture, low-maintenance living and seamless connections to the outdoors.
New Legacy for a Lake House
This stunning hybrid timber frame house has everything a family loved about their camp and much, much more.
Delightfully Downsized
An interior designer’s transition to a smaller home capitalizes on her professional know-how.
New Old House
Based on a homesteader’s cottage, a modern-day log house surrounds a family with warmth and good cheer.
A Happy Home
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.
Midcentury Mecca
A home furnishings emporium filled with nostalgic treasures and current styles welcomes you in Portsmouth.
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.
