A New Angle on Alpine Lıving
When Heidi Ellis and Chris Bogan purchased property near Sunday River Resort, they envisioned a multigenerational home that enables them to fully enjoy the mountains.
Author: John W. Hession, Photographer
Problem-Solving Pros
One of LaValley's locations in West Lebanon is where Sheila Varnese has worked for the past 25 years.
Deeply Rooted
Victoria Elbroch's journey to becoming a New Hampshire artist is a love story. Not only did she fall for her now-husband, Lawrence, when…
Blank Slate to Masterpiece
Growing up in England, Trim Hahn was surrounded by gardens. “There is a long heritage of horticulture in my family,” she says. One of her ancestors was botanist William Curtis.
Rooted in Family
Hospitality is second nature for successful restaurateurs Tom and Vicky Mills and is evident in the welcoming gardens surrounding their New London home.
Counter Culture
Although a native of Syracuse, New York, Linda Cloutier has made New Hampshire her home since moving to Stratham in 1990 and founding her own design company, Lifestyles Kitchens and Baths, two years later.
Listening to the Land
Inspired by the contours of the countryside, a master gardener cultivates richly layered gardens.
Aligned With Tradition
Exquisite craftsmanship in furniture-making is David Lamb’s calling card.
Rare Home, Robust Garden
Renovating an antique house in the Monadnock region leads to an evolving garden design.
Into the Woods
Artist Alex Kanevsky’s creativity flows within the peaceful environs of New Hampshire.
2026 Outdoor Design (Landscape with Pool) Winner: Forever Home
Outdoor Design (Landscape with Pool) Winner: Forever Home by Britni Rotunda by Maugel DeStefano Architects in Portsmouth
2026 Historic Renovation Winner: Little Green
Historic Renovation Winner: Little Green by Matthew J. Daughdrill, Christopher P. Williams Architects in Meredith
2026 Interior Design (Specialty/Small Space) Winner: German Spa Retreat
Interior Design (Specialty/Small Space) Winner: German Spa Retreat by Justin Miller, G.M. Roth Design Remodeling in Nashua
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
Hebron Haven
A home overlooking Newfound Lake keeps its palette quiet and its windows wide, letting the view take center stage.
Dreaming Big, Living Well
A long-held vision of a home spa is fulfilled.
Painting with Plants
For Laura Trowbridge, fine art and gardening go hand in hand.
Design That Restores
Architect and sustainability leader Tracy Kozak discusses climate-smart building, right-sizing our homes, and creating places that nourish both people and planet.
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.
Built to Last
A celebrated fine furniture maker reimagines classic designs for discerning modern tastes.
Sustainability Meets the Shoreline
A contemporary lake house on Lake Winnipesaukee respects the land.
Delightfully Downsized
An interior designer’s transition to a smaller home capitalizes on her professional know-how.
Cottage Life with a Postmodern Flair
Timberpeg’s Jim Driesch reflects on more than 50 years of custom post-and-beam builds.
The Faces of Closing Deals
Over their career, they’ve closed $756 million in lakefront and Lakes Region real estate across 929 units—a trajectory reflecting earned market dominance.
The Faces of Interior Design
Backdrop Interior Design offers a different kind of design experience—one that prioritizes real-life functionality and emphasizes the unique lives spent in the spaces we create.
The Faces of Showroom Inspiration and Consultation
Ferguson Home offers a world-class shopping experience for trade professionals and homeowners. Our state-of-the-art showrooms feature beautiful displays of innovative products in a welcoming, hands-on environment designed to inspire.
The Face of Residential Design
Cicely Beston Interior Designs is an award-winning, full-service interior design firm based in New London, New Hampshire, but also services clients across the country. Cicely has over 20 years of experience in the interior design, architectural and construction fields.
The Faces of Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Expertise
Sink & Spout now has 19 inspiring showrooms throughout New England, with 7 located in New Hampshire.
The Face of Landscape Architecture
db Design Group LLC specializes in creating distinctive outdoor environments that complement each property’s natural character while reflecting the vision of its owners.
The Faces of Handcrafted Custom Cabinetry
Crown Point Cabinetry
The Face of Custom Home Building
Jay Tucker of Old Hampshire Designs, Inc.
The Faces of Award-Winning Architecture
Michael Petrovick Architects, PLLC
Bath Showcase: A Lesson in Camp
When a family from Massachusetts decided to rebuild their lake house in New Hampshire, they were ready for something bold — a playful design customized to their unique tastes and needs. “The homeowner wasn't afraid to take risks with the…
An Art-full Garden
Sculptural pieces mingle with lush plantings to create a one-of-a-kind setting.
A Marriage of Gardens and Architecture
The two art forms come together to create splendor in Jaffrey.
Midcentury Mecca
A home furnishings emporium filled with nostalgic treasures and current styles welcomes you in Portsmouth.
Garden of Endless Summer
His client’s fondness for mystical places prompts garden designer James Brewer to create a one-of-a-kind space filled with splendor and whimsy.
Labor of Love
For one dedicated couple, preserving Portsmouth’s Langley Boardman House and creating its gardens was their life’s work.
Master of Woodcuts
Artist Don Gorvett’s use of an ancient technique yields a collection of colorful prints for sale in his Portsmouth gallery.
Signor Hospitality!
From innovative concepts to timeless Italian favorites, each dish at Ristorante Massimo is handcrafted and made with care.
Perfect Placement at the Lake
A new home in the right location blends modern elegance with classic lakeside charm.
A Community-to-Table Commitment
Chef David Vargas is dedicated to preserving and sharing his Mexican heritage across a wide swath of food-centered communities and businesses.
A Scandinavian-Inspired Forever Home
Inspired by the Norwegian way of living, this minimalistic, energy-efficient house prioritizes family over frills.
A Mosaic of Turkish Flavors
It is often said that if you want to understand a people’s culture, start by experiencing their native cuisine.
A Plant Lover’s Garden
For nearly half a century, Carolyn Hager’s green thumb has been hard at work beautifying what was once a barren lot.
