Some Ideas to Consider …

  • Highlight Your Mantel with Beautiful Holiday Decor

    Festive Holiday Mantel
    Source: Savvy Seasons (via Houzz)

    Fireplace mantels are so versatile. They can easily become a room’s focal point or quietly blend into the surrounding environment. And now that our thoughts have turned to holiday decorating ideas, why not let your fireplace mantel take center stage?

    • A gorgeous mantle constructed from a rough hewn log looks fabulous when topped with natural decorating elements. Arrange white hydrangeas or fiery red poinsettias atop a bed of fresh spruce greenery, then add pine cones and sprigs of holly berries for texture.
    • A cast stone hearth and complementing mantel with a simplistic profile edge blends seamlessly in a modern contemporary room. For the holidays, continue with the same minimalist feel by selecting elegant glass, silver and pewter decorations
    • Go with the “less is more” theory and float a simple wooden shelf above a retro brick fireplace. Then decorate with all the things which remind you of your childhood like painted nutcrackers, multi-colored balls and sparkly colored lights intertwined with garland and shiny tinsel.
    This understated decor highlights the trim on the mantel.
    Source: French Flair Interior Design (via Houzz)
    Decorate your Mantel with Garlands and Fruit
    Source: Tobi Fairley Interior Design (via Houzz)

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  • Give Kids or Guests a Fun Sleeping Experience With Lofted Beds

    Creating fun and luxurious spaces in your home is just as important as focusing on function. Lofted beds, a hot new home design trend, are an excellent way to provide a fun sleeping experience for children or guests to your home. Building a lofted bed creates a bit of whimsy in your home and encourages…

  • Opulent Yet Practical Dining Room Ideas

    Your home’s dining room serves a specific goal: feeding people, so don’t let this space be last on your design priority list. A few simple additions can help boost the style and design of the dining room without impacting the room’s overall function. When designing your dining room, consider: Letting the light in: Don’t dine in the dark!…

  • Incorporate Nautical Charm Into Your New England Home

    Nautical-inspired home design is a hot trend this season, but it has been a staple in New England homes for years. Incorporating nautical elements into your custom home design brings the tranquility and charm of the sea to life. If you love a high-end nautical look, you may want to: Transitional Kitchen by Wilton Design-Build Firms Country…

  • Enjoy the Luxury and Convenience of a Central Vacuum System

    When you’re designing and building your custom home, you’re probably focused on room placement, layout, amenities, and other important decisions that have to be made. Things like vacuums don’t typically cross your mind until after you’ve moved in, but the building stage is an ideal time to boost the luxury and convenience of your home…