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The way we view our homes has shifted dramatically over the past few years, remarkably so post-pandemic. Homes are now sanctuaries; more so than ever before, they are spaces where we recharge and collect ourselves, not just live.  Among the most popular at-home upgrades to emerge from this shift in perspective is the home spa and sauna. For homeowners seeking...

Ranch-style homes are a familiar sight throughout the Greater Boston area. Built primarily in the 1950s and 60s, these homes were designed with practicality in mind: single-story layouts, open yards, and efficient use of space. The Bostonian Mid-Century Modern Ranch is a sought-after gem for many homeowners who seek that particular historical charm and undeniable cool vibe (learn about the...

Historically, the mudroom was a simple side entrance where boots and coats were stored, and perhaps the family dog was dried off. Today, the mudroom has become one of the most prioritized features in modern home design.  In New England, the weather shifts dramatically, and families juggle busy routines. A mudroom is more than a convenience; it’s a heavily used...

Thoughtfully designed outdoor living areas allow homeowners to extend their daily routines and leisure activities beyond the walls of the home, making the most of long summer evenings. These spaces don’t need to be extravagant, but they do benefit from intention: the right materials, layout, and sightlines can transform a backyard into a retreat. Whatever your outdoor priorities – quiet...

Across Greater Boston and spotted across the Cape, sunroom additions are a top request from homeowners looking to blend indoor comfort with the beauty of the outdoors, because why not take advantage of beautiful surroundings? A well-designed sunroom expands your square footage, and it also helps to reimagine how you experience natural light, seasonal change, and even your daily routines....

Walking through Newton’s neighborhoods, it’s hard not to notice the presence of Tudor-style homes. They are simply striking; with their steeply pitched gables, brick or stucco facades, and decorative half-timbering, these houses stand apart from the more common Colonials, Victorians, Ranches, and Brownstones that dominate much of the Greater Boston Area. Their story, however, begins well before they ever graced...

The entryway of a home sets the stage for what to expect from the rest of the house. Yet too often, one of its most prominent features – the staircase – is treated as purely functional; a necessary means of getting from point A to point B. Stairs have the potential to become sculptural elements, spatial anchors, and even emotional...

For those who are not industry insiders but may be curious, a gut renovation is one of the most extensive forms of home remodeling. It typically means stripping the interior of a house down to its framing and removing walls, systems, finishes, and fixtures to reimagine the space from the inside out.  However, not every home improvement project requires starting...

For decades, the laundry room lived in the shadows, tucked into unfinished basements, repurposed closets, or squeezed into hallways with a bifold door barely shielding it from view; its purpose was purely functional, aside from occasionally scaring Kevin McCallister. But today’s homeowners demand more, and designers of modern laundry rooms have risen to meet that demand. According to the National...