From blah to fun: Girls bathhouse transformation
Taking a worn out girls bathhouse and transforming it into a vibrant fun place for children to enjoy.
Author: True South Designs
Creating a master bathroom and closet in a small space on a tight budget
Climate Change: Manmade vs Natural
In the 1970’s the EPA was formed under President Nixon to establish policies to protect our only home-Earth. Now the EPA is under attack. Economics over Environment. But the Environment is fighting back. Climate change is real. Take a look around: Out of control forest fires in the western United…
Anthony Hars Architect: Toxic materials vs. allergies
A few days ago, I was going through my father’s belongs, (the late Anthony Hars, Architect) and found one of his many writings. As I read it I was impressed by the way he thought about Architecture and how it relates to us and the environment. Close to 50 years ago…
Lawrence Homestead, Groton, MA
In the late 1960’s my father, Anthony Hars, was working as an Architect for the famed Boston Architect, James Lawrence, Jr. In 1967, my parents were expecting their third child and the 800 sf two bedroom cape in Winchester, MA, was bursting at the seams. My father asked James for a…
Houzz Tour article: Scandinavian Style in a New Hampshire Woodland
This is an article from the website Houzz which I find interesting. Houzz Tour: Scandinavian Style in a New Hampshire Woodland
Compensation for Design Services Performed
Compensation: Is a great design which meets your present and future lifestyle important to you? Do you value a great design which a builder bases his or her quote? Compensation: Just like you, Designers are paid for the work we perform. It’s the value that counts. Depending on the project…
Honey I’m Home! Wherever that might be.
I lived in Groton, MA, and the surrounding area for over 45 years before relocating to Whitefish, Montana near Glacier National Park. What a beautiful area it is. The diversity of people and landscapes all wrapped up into one. The hustle and bustle of life and the quiet sounds of…
Do You Need Help In The Kitchen? Passing the Holiday Stress Test
It’s that time of year again of Holiday entertaining. The kitchen is the soul of the home where friends and family gather (like it or not) for food, drink and conversation. The Holidays are stressful especially when your home isn’t up to par.
Square Footage is a State of Mind
I had the honor of growing up in Architecturally pleasing homes. From the beautiful 13,000+ sf Lawrence Homestead, a rambling Colonial Victorian mansion to the 6400 sf contemporary my father designed for our family. I’ve lived in small homes under 1200 sf and a 400 sf bedroom loft style apartment.…