Best of the North Shore Home Awards!
This fall Northshore Home announces the Best of the North Shore Home Awards! From the best architect, builder, and interior designer to where to find the best furnishings, accessories, and fixtures in the region! In this issue, we also feature modern designs on Gloucester’s coast, contemporary interiors in Marblehead, plus beautiful and functional kitchen ideas and great outdoor living spaces!
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ON THE SIDE • UTILITARIAN AND STYLISH OCCASIONAL TABLES FOR THE BEDROOM, STUDY, OR GUEST SUITE.
BRIGHTEN UP • NEW LIGHTING DESIGNS FOR NEARLY ANY ROOM IN THE HOME.
NECESSARY LAYERS • INFUSE TEXTURE AND CONTRAST INTO YOUR SPACE WITH RUGS IN VARYING TONES OF BLUE.
WORKING THE ROOM • BRING PERSONALITY TO THE TABLE AND LIVING SPACES WITH DECORATIVE ACCESSORIES.
GATHERING SPOT • BUILDER CHRIS RAGUSA DESIGNS HIS OWN KITCHEN—PERFECT FOR COOKING AND ENTERTAINING FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
THE HEART OF THE HOME • A NEW COOK’S KITCHEN IN WENHAM IS DESIGNED FOR ENTERTAINMENT, CONVERSATION, AND FLOW
OUT OF THE BOX • EMILY HEALY CREATES A SPACIOUS SHOWER, A SKYLIT TUB, AND OTHER BATHROOM DELIGHTS IN LYNNFIELD.
FINDING PEACE • GINA BARAN CONJURES INTERIORS THAT EMULATE THE FEELING OF A FAMILY’S BELOVED BEACH HOUSE ON LONG ISLAND.
OPEN PASSAGE • BY CLOSING A DOOR IN A READING KITCHEN, GRAY OAK STUDIO STREAMLINES THE TRAFFIC PATTERN AND CREATES A MORE EXPANSIVE AND FUNCTIONAL SPACE.
Best of the North Shore Home Awards! • Dedicated to all things hearth and home, we highlight both Editors’ and Readers’ Choice for best architect, builder, interior designer, landscape service, fabrics shop, antiques, auction house, and more!
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GOING UP • A contemporary three-story in Gloucester makes the most of its beachy views.
Best of Both Worlds • Living in the community they love within walking distance of a vibrant downtown, a couple embraces life in a historic home.
Good Bones • A COUPLE SEEKS A CLASSIC BACKDROP FOR FAMILY-FRIENDLY LIVING WITH A DOSE OF THE PAST
ECLECTIC FINDS • MODERN MEETS VINTAGE AT LEE & CO. IN AMESBURY.
Storage Room • Chris Ragusa of CM Ragusa Builders reimagined his own home to be more functional. He added this mudroom with built-in cabinetry and a bench—a perfect spot to store coats, boots, hats, and gloves.