From the first time the family of five crossed the bridge onto Governor’s Island in Lake Winnipesaukee, they knew it was the perfect place to build the year-round home they longed for. Patience and perseverance paid off when they found a spectacular waterfront parcel with amazing views, a long waterfront edge, and a perfect solar orientation. The six-bedroom house was made for entertaining. Design is a passion for the client – who personally selected every one of the interior finishes with comfort being a top priority.

From the first time the family of five crossed the bridge onto Governor’s Island in Lake Winnipesaukee, they knew it was the perfect place to build the year-round home they longed for. Patience and perseverance paid off when they found a spectacular waterfront parcel with amazing views, a long waterfront edge, and a perfect solar orientation. The six-bedroom house was made for entertaining. Design is a passion for the client – who personally selected every one of the interior finishes with comfort being a top priority.

Antique doors handcrafted by artisans who took so much pride and patience in carving each detail, the joy of decorating with old world treasures is immense. Arches that have seen family gatherings of generations adorned the courtyards, hand crafted in teak, columns and pillars that speak of the character and strength of the family, antiques have a special place in interior decor.

From the first time the family of five crossed the bridge onto Governor’s Island in Lake Winnipesaukee, they knew it was the perfect place to build the year-round home they longed for. Patience and perseverance paid off when they found a spectacular waterfront parcel with amazing views, a long waterfront edge, and a perfect solar orientation. The six-bedroom house was made for entertaining. Design is a passion for the client – who personally selected every one of the interior finishes with comfort being a top priority.

Antique doors handcrafted by artisans who took so much pride and patience in carving each detail, the joy of decorating with old world treasures is immense. Arches that have seen family gatherings of generations adorned the courtyards, hand crafted in teak, columns and pillars that speak of the character and strength of the family, antiques have a special place in interior decor.

Bathroom - bathroom idea in Dallas

This pool deck was a lot of fun (and work) to install. The sidewalks were poured and stamped first, taking extra care to maintain the proper slope and elevation to make the water run away from the pool but also away from the house. The sidewalk is pinned to the patio with rebar dowels in plastic sleeves to allow for horizontal shifting, but no vertical movement. Expansion foam and caulk prevent chipping on these joints. The borders are poured integrally with the pool deck; they are hand stamped and chiseled in. Lots of patience and attention to detail. I am fortunate to have a great crew.

Antique doors handcrafted by artisans who took so much pride and patience in carving each detail, the joy of decorating with old world treasures is immense. Arches that have seen family gatherings of generations adorned the courtyards, hand crafted in teak, columns and pillars that speak of the character and strength of the family, antiques have a special place in interior decor.

A pair of nautically inspired chandeliers are a dramatic element in this lake home dining room. We love that they are meticulously hand-wrapped in Abacá rope, a process that requires dexterity and patience and gives them their lakeshore feeling. The hardware on the nautical chandelier, in a dark contemporary gold leaf finish, echoes the warm tones in the rope.

A Jack Daniel's whiskey barrel creates a point of interest as it collects rain water for garden use. In Old Town Alexandria, homeowners of a beautiful historic home built a colonial garden on an adjacent corner lot. They had vision and patience. The lot was home to a 1920’s stucco-covered storefront with eight garage bays, which included a delicatessen and drycleaners. The process of building the garden took three years from start to finish, including Old and Historic Alexandria Board of Architecture Review approval, re-routing utility lines, a grading plan, and an archaeological dig. Photography by Greg Hadley

The term "open concept" refers to many different design and layout features. In this home, the open concept is shown by the island kitchen and great room layout.

The vaulted great room opens to the backyard deck, through double glass French doors.
Inspiration for a large dark wood floor living room remodel in Raleigh with gray walls, no fireplace and no tv

This pool deck was a lot of fun (and work) to install. The sidewalks were poured and stamped first, taking extra care to maintain the proper slope and elevation to make the water run away from the pool but also away from the house. The sidewalk is pinned to the patio with rebar dowels in plastic sleeves to allow for horizontal shifting, but no vertical movement. Expansion foam and caulk prevent chipping on these joints. The borders are poured integrally with the pool deck; they are hand stamped and chiseled in. Lots of patience and attention to detail. I am fortunate to have a great crew.

The homeowners were delighted at the prospect of having their poorly functioning laundry room reconfigured to allow for more hanging space and storage. What they didn’t expect was a year-long wait for cabinets delayed by the pandemic. Imported from Spain, the cabinets were selected for their modern slab-style doors and customizability; but marooned on a maritime vessel for what seemed an eternity, the project called for unparalleled patience from the clients. In the meantime, the washer and dryer were relocated to the opposite side of the room to allow for counter space on either side of the sink. Hardwood floors were replaced with Spanish-inspired encaustic tiles for a playful element while adding color. Blue and whited striped café window panels allow an abundance of natural light while adding privacy from neighboring houses. Pom-pom trim and perching bird finials adorn the drapery hardware. The Diego Grand Classical lantern in gilded iron completes the delightful composition. Cheers to improved sudsing and the virtue of patience!

Light, airy, calm and a hint of unexpected were the guilding principles for this master bathroom. The client mentioned that she had a white tulip table that didn't have a home. I thought it would be the perfect "centerpiece" for the room. Fun design fact: The client herself painted the pewter frame of the capiz pendant light, gold, with a handful of Q-tips and a lot of patience, for a softer, gilded look. Shop the bath here http://www.decorist.com/showhouse/room/7/master-bathroom/ Photo by Aubrie Pick

Antique doors handcrafted by artisans who took so much pride and patience in carving each detail, the joy of decorating with old world treasures is immense. Arches that have seen family gatherings of generations adorned the courtyards, hand crafted in teak, columns and pillars that speak of the character and strength of the family, antiques have a special place in interior decor.

Exterior View, Formal Entry
Example of a mid-sized cottage white two-story wood gable roof design in Boston

With patience and red tape, we were able to expand the existing lanai on this 17th floor condo and expand the living space to include an additional eating area, conversation area, entertaining area, and office space (not shown). An eclectic mix of textures and colors is commensurate with the outdoor spaces while incorporating the homeowners' love for a contemporary twist with a cherry on top.

A line of lit walnut niches running down a stone wall. A row of lit walnut niches set right into a stone wall. Each niche is a walnut box with a dark trim frame and a small light at the top, so the grain glows against the gray stone. We drew the niche in 3D first to work out how it would sit in the wall and meet the stone, then built each one in our Montgomery, TX shop so they'd be ready to set as the stone went up. Getting a clean, even line where wood meets rough stone takes planning and patience, and that's the part of this job we're proudest of.