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Let’s talk about kitchen hood vents. Sure, they have the practical job of whisking away smoke, but who says that function can’t also elevate the overall design of a space? Gone are the days when a hood vent was just a big chunk of stainless steel hovering over your stove. Today, these kitchen essentials have transformed into stunning design statements....

We all have memories of kitchens we once loved, spaces filled with character and legacy, built on great times with one another. Whether it was our childhood home, a friend’s kitchen, or even a kitchen used at a vacation in a rental, kitchens can speak to us in a way that other rooms can’t. Whether it’s the social, communal, or...

When designing a home, many of us focus on the larger, more visible spaces like the living room or kitchen, leaving the powder room to blend in. But this small, often-overlooked space could be the perfect canvas for making a bold design statement. With its limited square footage, the powder room offers the opportunity to experiment with vibrant colors, unique...

Boston’s architectural landscape is filled with the works of respected visionaries, and their influence extends beyond grand public/commercial buildings and into residential design. Renowned architects and firms such as H.H. Richardson, McKim, Mead & White, and Shepley, Bullfinch & Richardson set the stage for design aesthetics that continue to shape homes today. The Slocum Hall Design Group, while not so...

Brookline’s rich architectural diversity reflects its long history and evolving design preferences. Anyone in the Greater Boston area familiar with Brookline knows it’s a melting of classic architectural design.  Homeowners in the area have the privilege and the challenge of preserving a wide range of historic styles because each home has distinct characteristics and renovation considerations. Here are some of...

There is a raw beauty to natural materials. We’re big fans of seamlessly integrating something natural and timeless into modern living spaces, and one of the best ways to do that is a stone-clad fireplace.  Stone-clad fireplaces are a hallmark of design, especially in New England, where stone has been integral to home design for centuries. To the modern home,...

The transformation of dressing rooms over the centuries is a great example of how architecture adapts to lifestyle changes over time. Once relegated to separate quarters reminiscent of grand estates like those seen in Downton Abbey, dressing rooms have evolved into expansive, integrated spaces paired with large walk-in closets that blend functionality with comfort. Today, home renovation design embraces the...

Aging in place does not have to be limited to single-story living. For those who wish to remain in their multi-level homes but also desire comfort and mobility, residential elevators offer a graceful solution. They are not as rare as some might think. Modern lifts are increasingly recognized as practical additions that serve homeowners’ evolving needs. Let’s delve into the...

Today, homeowners prioritize wellness and room flexibility more than ever before; in turn, home gyms have become a top request in home renovation design; this escalated drastically during and post-pandemic. Whether it’s ground-up new construction or a historic home renovation/retrofit planning around structural support, spatial requirements, electrical access, and many other design details, home gyms, and multi-purpose activity spaces are...