Author: John W. Hession, Photographer
Gather Round the Charcuterie Board
What began as strictly meat-centric has become a host’s favorite way to serve cheese, veggies and dessert, too.
Environmental Studies
The natural world is the common denominator in Don Williams’s art, whether sculptural or functional.
Makeover at the Water’s Edge
By adding several key elements to a lakeside property, landscape designer Daniel Bruzga turned a ho-hum expanse into a stunning yard with easier access to the lake and seating areas for admiring the water view.
Working With Wood
Sometimes Shaker-style simple, sometimes provocative, Liz Grace’s handcrafted pieces express beauty in different ways.
Rebound and Rebuild
When a fire destroyed their longtime home, a Bedford couple and their design-build team met the challenge to create anew.
The Colors of Water
In a lakeside home, cozy and comfortable interiors are inspired by the natural world.
Christopher P. Williams Architects, PLLC
Since 1984, Christopher P. Williams Architects (CPWA) has been fulfilling architectural projects throughout New Hampshire and New England.
Bonin Architects & Associates
We believe in a collaborative approach to every project, working collectively and bringing an array of personal strengths and professional experience ensuring exceptional quality throughout the design process.
Serenity on Squam Lake
A renovated 19th-century camp retains its charm and nostalgia while fulfilling a couple’s dreams.
Kisses for the Cook
Serve up Valentine’s Day love at home with these delicious dishes: Chicken Roulades, Red Salad, Penne Pasta with Vodka Sauce and Chocolate Pot de Crème
Expressions in Furniture Making
Designs from history are translated into museum-quality reproductions
It Takes A Village
A young family enjoys their light and bright Lakes Region house, newly renovated indoors and out.
This Old House in Andover
An 18th-century farmhouse brings together period charm and carefully collected antiques.
The Holiday Dinner Party
Inviting your guests to bring a dish to share will make it special.
Kitchen and Bath Showcase: One Home, Three Fabulous Spaces
Fanciful features and a user-friendly touch define these two Wilmot bathrooms. Designer Annie Ballin was tasked with giving these unusual spaces a total remake. For both, Ballin refreshed the tile and added new tub fixtures and custom cabinetry. And then there’s the stunning kitchen ...
A New Home Atop the Hill
A 1970s California-style ranch gets a modern update that accommodates large family gatherings and embraces stunning views.
A Masterful Makeover
A new kitchen that’s full of vintage charm is the center of this home’s transformation
My Vegetable Garden
Enjoy the many rewards of eating what you grow. Mary Ann Esposito shares her recipes for: Lemony Linguine with Shrimp and Peas, Yellow Beet Salad, Eggplant Parmesan and Ziti and Vegetable Salad
A Home that Brings the Outside In
See the beautiful, open-concept first floor on the Music Hall’s Kitchen Tour, rescheduled for September 27.
An Updated Village Home
After Joanne and Bill Zeolie found the perfect house in Amherst’s Historic District, they enlisted a talented team of designers and craftspeople to help make it their own.
Mimosa Cake
This impressive-looking but easy-to-make torta mimosa is made to honor Italian women on International Women’s Day.
Traditional Greek Salad
This easy-to-make Greek salad is not only colorful, but also full of flavor and high in healthy doses of vitamins.
A Cabin in the Woods
An unusual lake-front property provided the perfect site for a former Boston couple.
A Dream Home For Retirement
A couple from out of state found the perfect site, with 270-degree views of Lake Sunapee and Mount Sunapee in the distance.
At Home in the Treetops
A family didn’t have to move far to design the perfect house for retirement and a new generation of family members.
A California-Style Home
A homeowner’s renovation and one-of-a-kind décor gave new life to a Hollis house.
Celebrate the Holidays with Flowers
Florals accented with a little bling make this time of year especially festive.
A Home Built for Entertaining
A well-built home gets a sophisticated makeover, thanks to the talents of two New Hampshire designers.
A Cultivated Greek Revival
This well-traveled couple used their bicoastal sensibilities and collections to restore a historic home in Francestown with European flair.
A Labor of Love
Concord architect Sheldon Pennoyer took on a new client—three generations of family members—to design an addition to his in-laws’ mid-century modern home on Squam Lake.
A Bright New Future for a Classic Home
Superb craftsmanship and skillful planning finesse a successful renovation.
Gifts from Your Kitchen
Delicious homemade presents make holidays extra special.
Santa’s Sugar Cookies
Makes about 2 dozen (depending on the size of the cookie cutters) It is not the holidays without sugar cookies all dressed up in a shiny glazed icing. 1 cup butter, softened 1 cup sugar 1 large egg 1 tablespoon…
Christmas Bears
My children have fond memories of making little bears from sweet bread dough at Christmastime.
The Hospitable Home
Renovating the kitchen, family room and upstairs baths made a world of difference for a Bedford family.
A New Museum Exhibition Sheds Light on an Old Sect
Photographs, archival footage, documents, furniture and handmade goods showcase the Shakers, who created their unique communities more than two centuries ago.
Focusing on Essentials
In Portsmouth’s Victorian neighborhood, a busy family finds that minimalist design is just right for them.
A Kitchen That Feels Like Home
The focal point of the rustic but elegant space is the forty-eight-inch, six-burner range that’s set into a fieldstone wall
A Dual-Duty Dream Kitchen
Carolyn had two goals for the kitchen: a bar area where guests could gather apart from the food preparation area and a second kitchen island
A Kitchen With A View
The focal point of Michael and Jackie Craven’s sunny kitchen is hard to miss.
In Touch with Wood
New Hampshire Furniture Master Ted Blachly takes cues from individual pieces of wood for his graceful designs.
Falling for Pumpkins
These fruits of the vine are versatile and spice up recipes for everything from soup to dessert.
Spicy Chicken with Pumpkin
Perky, bold and spicy, this chicken and pumpkin dish goes together quickly.
Pumpkin and Squash Creamed Soup
Pumpkin and squash are in the same family; combine them to make this velvety textured soup.
The Faces of Lakes Region Beauty
Stephens Landscaping Professionals
The Faces of Mortgage Lending
Kennebunk Saving's Residential Loan Officers Kalina Lesseva, Alex Brockway, Bryanna Thibault
The Faces of Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Inspiration
Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery
