The Faces of Closing Deals
Lake Life Realty
Author: Rachel Ellner
The Faces of Interior Design
Backdrop Interior Design
The Faces of Showroom Inspiration and Consultation
Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery
The Face of Residential Design
Cicely Beston of Cicely Beston Interior Designs
The Faces of Kitchen and Bath Design
PKsurroundings
The Face of Landscape Architecture
Dan Bruzga of db Landscaping LLC
The Faces of Handcrafted Custom Cabinetry
Crown Point Cabinetry
The Faces of Water Treatment
Secondwind Water Systems, Inc.
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…
Kitchen Showcase: A New London Chef’s Kiss
When a family from Boston decided to relocate to New London, they knew the kitchen would be central to their life on Lake Sunapee. Partnering with Crown Point Cabinetry’s Nina Archambault, who has since retired, they began designing their kitchen…
Kitchen Showcase: Movable Antiques
Hosting a dinner party from a 10-foot by 10-foot kitchen in a 100-year-old Tudor may sound like a setup from “Chopped,” and for a family in Manchester it was proving to be a challenge. “Someone had done a remodel along…
Bath Showcase: The Natural Solution
When Granite State Cabinetry’s Whitney Nelson began work on the primary bathroom for a family of five in Concord, she saw an opportunity to create a space that could become the couple’s soothing sanctuary.
Kitchen Showcase: Functional, Old-World Forms
In pursuit of old-world elegance and inspired by deVOL Kitchens in New York, the homeowners partnered with Mighty Roots to bring a Seacoast flair to their design dreams.
Kitchen Showcase: Go With the Flow
Though Jackie Friberg had her work cut out for her, an ambitious redesign for enhanced functionality is precisely her favorite kind of project to work on at Bedford-based Granite State Cabinetry.
A Cozy Retreat
This chic guesthouse feels spacious enough to serve as a temporary full-time residence.
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.
True Blue Transformation
An Adirondack-style lakeside retreat is refreshed with cozy and comforting touches.
Midcentury Mecca
A home furnishings emporium filled with nostalgic treasures and current styles welcomes you in Portsmouth.
A Brush With Nostalgia
Artist Cindy Rizza is reawakening American realism with poetic, nostalgic still lifes.
A Love of Math Steers Design Path
Granite State Cabinetry’s Whitney Nelson gets classic and edgy.
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.
New Hampshire Home Design Awards Category Overview
2026 Design Awards Guidelines and Rules There is a $150 per project submission fee. Please choose up to two categories per submission. Entries must be residential projects (commercial projects will be disqualified). The competition is open to projects by New…
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.
Smooth Transition
East Coast tradition meets Cali cool in this transitional Lake Winnipesaukee retreat.
Built for the Beach and Each Other
A Rye home is designed for connection and coastal joy.
Simplicity & Grace
Energy efficient and aesthetically on point, this house exemplifies collaboration at its best.
Master of Woodcuts
Artist Don Gorvett’s use of an ancient technique yields a collection of colorful prints for sale in his Portsmouth gallery.
Deep Roots at Bedrock Gardens
Bedrock Gardens in Lee, now a public space, is Jill Nooney’s pride and joy.
Signor Hospitality!
From innovative concepts to timeless Italian favorites, each dish at Ristorante Massimo is handcrafted and made with care.
Embracing Change
Plant-lover Michael Gordon, an experimentalist of sorts, appreciates the ephemeral nature of his gardens.
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.
Perfect Placement at the Lake
A new home in the right location blends modern elegance with classic lakeside charm.
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
