For Love of Light & Line
When a stony ledge with a steep downward slope became the designated site for a single-family residence in Campton, the rock was not circumvented or extracted but embraced as a vital element to the project’s success.
Author: Rachel Ellner
Bath Showcase: Natural High
At the end of the day, who wouldn’t want to relax in a soothing, spa-like environment? Creating such a space was the task presented to designer Kevin Roy of KRB Kitchen & Bath Design Center in Stratham.
Kitchen Showcase: Water Disaster to Wow!
It’s not every day that an appliance catastrophe triggers a breathtaking kitchen transformation. “The family’s dishwasher malfunctioned, ruining the kitchen floors and lower cabinets,” explains Whitney Nelson, designer at Granite State Cabinets of Bedford. “Given the amount of restoration work, the client decided to remodel.”
Bath Showcase: A Vision In White
Cool, clean and calm capture the essence of this spacious modern bath built by Image Contracting in Bedford.
Kitchen Showcase: Historic Gem Reimagined
Built in 1918 as a summer retreat, The Clementine House in Sandwich fills its small footprint with creativity.
Bath Showcase: Dark & Dreamy
Dark and dramatic—a stylistic departure from recent trends—captures the essence of this bath.
Kitchen Showcase: Cool Beauty
If great design is in the details, then this kitchen is a star. Auger Building Company, based in Greenland, was tasked with creating a unique residence in downtown Portsmouth.
Making Memories
Times change, and today’s summer retreats — like those featured in this issue —often offer creature comforts ours never did. And yet, I sense that many still carry a simple sentimental value.
Listening to the Land
Inspired by the contours of the countryside, a master gardener cultivates richly layered gardens.
The Inn at Hancock is Proudly Rakish
The 15-room, 18th-century inn reopens after a European-inspired renovation.
Small Spaces, Big Fun
A sister-brother duo reimagines an island cottage on Winnipesaukee.
Aligned With Tradition
Exquisite craftsmanship in furniture-making is David Lamb’s calling card.
The Art of Belonging
Kacey Graham designs homes that feel welcoming, balanced and personal.
Keeping the Past Present
A hundred-year-old property is renewed with a careful blend of preservation & modern design.
A Shore Thing
Designed around the water, this Shingle Style home brings modern ease to lakeside living.
The Beauty of a New Old House
Rooted in tradition yet built for modern life, this harborfront home celebrates craftsmanship, comfort and connection to the water.
Design Awards Hall of Fame: kcs ARCHITECTS
2026 Winner of Excellence in Green Design and Small House Design
Design Awards Hall of Fame: Auger Building Company
2026 Excellence in Interior Design: Primary Suite/ Bedroom and Kitchen Design — Contemporary
Design Awards Hall of Fame: Debbe Daley Designs
2026 Winner for Excellence in Bath Design and Honorable Mention for Interior Design: Whole House Design
Design Awards Hall of Fame: Granite State Cabinetry
2026 Winner of Excellence Kitchen Design: Traditional and Transitional
Design Awards Hall of Fame: Crown Point Cabinetry
2023 Winner of Excellence in Kitchen Design: Contemporary
Design Awards Hall of Fame: Studio Sage Interiors
2026 Winner of Excellence in Interior Design: Living Space
Design Awards Hall of Fame: Cormack Construction Management & Samyn-D’Elia Architects
2026 Excellence in Architectural Design: Traditional
Design Awards Hall of Fame: Boehm Graham Interior Design
2026 Winner of Excellence in Outdoor Design: Outdoor Living Spaces
Design Awards Hall of Fame: Christopher P. Williams Architects, PLLC
2026 Winner for Excellence in a Historic Renovation and Home of the Year
Design Awards Hall of Fame: Image Contracting
2026 Honorable Mention for Excellence in Bath Design
Design Awards Hall of Fame: Home Comfort
2026 Honorable Mention for Excellence in Historic Renovation
Rare Home, Robust Garden
Renovating an antique house in the Monadnock region leads to an evolving garden design.
Pretty in Pink
A once-forgettable kitchen becomes the star of this 1960s ranch thanks to sophisticated pink cabinetry and space-savvy design.
Into the Woods
Artist Alex Kanevsky’s creativity flows within the peaceful environs of New Hampshire.
No Easy Picks
It's that time of year again— time to share the winners of our Annual Design Awards. Now in its 13th year, the competition continues to grow more exciting with each passing season. This year, we received 100 submissions — a 20% increase from last year — and introduced a new category: Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs).
Sense of Place
Architect Katie Sutherland draws on Japanese design principles, historic preservation and a deep respect for the natural world to shape homes that are as sustainable as they are serene.
2026 Up & Coming Talent (Under 40) Winner: Scott McDermott
Scott McDermott has worked as a professional gardener since 2008. His work reflects a deep commitment to horticulture, craftsmanship and place-based design. Beginning in landscape maintenance, he developed a strong foundation in plant knowledge before advancing to work on a…
2026 Outdoor Design (Garden Design) Winner: Coastal Pollinator Garden
Outdoor Design (Garden Design) Winner: Coastal Pollinator Garden by Scott McDermott, McDermott Landscape Design in Portsmouth
2026 Outdoor Design (Living Spaces) Winner: Outdoor Oasis in Hollis
Outdoor Design (Living Spaces) Winner: Outdoor Oasis in Hollis by Kacey Graham, Boehm Graham Interior Design in Bedford
2026 Outdoor Design (Landscape Without Pool) Winner: Shoreline Refresh
Outdoor Design (Landscape Without Pool) Winner: Shoreline Refresh by Gregory Rusnica, Bonin Architects & Associates in New London
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 Remodeling/Renovation Design Winner: Carriage House Revival
Remodeling/Renovation Design Winner: Carriage House Revival by Tim Giguere, TMS Architects & Interiors in Portsmouth
2026 Historic Renovation Honorable Mention: Colonial Cape
Historic Renovation Honorable Mention: Colonial Cape by Alyssia Zevos, Home Comfort in Center Harbor and Scott Elliott, Native Timberworks Carpentry & Design in Moultonborough
2026 Historic Renovation Winner: Little Green
Historic Renovation Winner: Little Green by Matthew J. Daughdrill, Christopher P. Williams Architects in Meredith
2026 Design Awards Reception Photos
On Thursday, April 16, 2026 New Hampshire Home hosted the 13th Annual Design Awards at The Venues at the Factory in Manchester. It was a wonderful evening celebrating New Hampshire's best residential architects, designers and builders.
2026 Bath Design Honorable Mention: Out of the Darkness, Into the Light
Bath Design Honorable Mention: Out of the Darkness, Into the Light by Image Contracting in Bedford
2026 Bath Design Winner: Traditional Elegance
Bath Design Winner: Traditional Elegance by Debbe Daley, Debbe Daley Designs in Portsmouth
2026 Interior Design (Specialty/Small Space) Honorable Mention: Lockes Island Bunkhouse
Interior Design (Specialty/Small Space) Honorable Mention: Lockes Island Bunkhouse by Native Timberworks Carpentry and Design, LLC in Moultonborough
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 Interior Design (Primary Suite) Winner: State Street Condo
Interior Design (Primary Suite) Winner: State Street Condo by Ben Auger, Auger Building Company in Greenland
2026 Interior Design (Living Space) Winner: Water’s Edge
Interior Design (Living Space) Winner: Water’s Edge by Amanda Raymond, Studio Sage Interiors in New London
2026 Interior Design (Whole House) Honorable Mention: 1918 The Clementine House
Interior Design (Whole House) Honorable Mention: 1918 The Clementine House by Debbe Daley, Debbe Daley Designs in Portsmouth
2026 Interior Design (Whole House) Winner: House on the Point
Interior Design (Whole House) Winner: House on the Point by Lindsay Lawrence Interiors in Newburyport, Mass
