Winter 2013 Issue
Best of Boston Home 2013
Every year we consult with dozens of local experts, then hit the pavement ourselves to create a list of talented, trustworthy pros ready to make your dream project a reality. Happy nesting!
Feature
Modern Family
With the help of LDA Architecture & Interiors, two London transplants take a 1960s Weston home into the 21st century.
Into the Light
A couple transforms a 19th-century Beacon Hill townhouse into a contemporary masterpiece.
Wellfleet Solstice
In the hush of the off-season, a midcentury modern Nathaniel Saltonstall home, updated by Hammer Architects, is the perfect backdrop for winter’s cozy cardigans and edgy accessories.
Department
Living Small: Sliding Doors
Thanks to creative thinking from Studio Luz, a Leather District loft gets flexible.
Out of the Closet: Dress for Success
In Tina Burgos’s new Needham home, beloved pieces from her now-closed shop Stel’s get a second act.
The Artisan Next Door: Fair Winds
A Martha’s Vineyard metalsmith crafts intricate weathervanes.
Mass. Made: Keeping Time
Chelsea Clock has been crafting exquisite timepieces in its Everett Avenue factory since the turn of the 20th century.
Obsessions: A World of Good
Gutsy philanthropist Corinne Grousbeck finds inspiration everywhere, from pop-culture icons to her Michigan roots.
City Style
Found Art: Time Warp
A mind-bending art piece by John Chervinsky.
Editor’s Picks: Winter White
In the absence of color, beautiful form takes center stage.
Shop: Treasure Hunt
Andrew Spindler Antiques & Design offers an eclectic alternative to catalog shopping.
A Perfect Ten: Shelf Life
All’s well that ends well.
Relax: Warm and Fuzzy
When the weather outside is frightful, find solace in throws delightful.
Plan: Oh, the Places You’ll Go
Shrug off winter’s chill and plan your next great adventure with these unique accessories.
One Great Room: Silk Road
Designer Stephanie Rossi achieves a comfortably upscale look in a Back Bay sitting room.
Other
Soft Landing
A long day of sifting and sautéing calls for a luxuriously cozy chair.