Author Archives for David Supple

YOUR COLD-WEATHER HOMEOWNER’S CHECKLIST FOR FALL
Published October 10, 2013 | By

There are things that you can start doing now to help you transition to the cold weather months before the first frost actually hits home. For most of us, we forget that these things need doing until after it’s gotten a little less than comfortable outside. This year, try getting a head start!

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New England Design & Construction Featured on Houzz
Published October 2, 2013 | By

Kitchen ideas, bathroom ideas, and more ∨From Shabby Chic home accessories to contemporary furniture and wall mirrors, browse thousands of decorating ideas to inspire your next home project. Hire local custom home builders or top general contractors in your area to design and build a home for you.

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Suburban Boston Home Show – Friday through Sunday!
Published September 25, 2013 | By

Some of you may have noticed a conspicuous absence in blog posting of late; I heartily apologize for the lack of information. I have been preparing a couple of our projects to be submitted for different awards. Additionally, we are taking part in the Suburban Boston Home Show this weekend! Please, come visit us and… View Article

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The Color Wheel Explained – Monochromatic Color
Published September 13, 2013 | By

And the color blog returns with monochromatic color, and how to identify it! This is possibly one of the easier color schemes to master, as it only uses one color. The word monochromatic is fairly self explanatory. For those unfamiliar with the term, it means one color. If you break down the word, you can remember… View Article

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From The Field – West Roxbury Demolition
Published September 12, 2013 | By

Earlier this week we started construction on a new project in West Roxbury. There is a charming neighborhood full of trees and beautiful houses (doubtless full of lovely people as well, just like our clients!) that is currently very green and inviting where we have started demolition. In what is normally a quiet neighborhood I… View Article

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The Color Wheel Explained – Double Complimentary (Tetrad)
Published September 5, 2013 | By

Some refer to the double complimentary color scheme as very rich and busy. It uses four colors arranged into two complimentary color pairings. It is difficult to harmonize and balance correctly because if you use all four colors in equal amounts it can be overwhelming. Usually, one color is chosen to be dominant and the rest subdued. 

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How To: Paint a Wall Like a Pro
Published September 4, 2013 | By

5 Steps to Paint a Wall Like a Pro Don’t expect your first coat to look perfect: it won’t! DESIGN TIP: KEEP A WET RAG IN YOUR POCKET TO CORRECT MISTAKES ALONG THE WAY I think all of us can identify a paint job gone wrong with its drippy marks and spotty coverage. The first… View Article

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