backsplash are marble, which will etch and wear nicely over time, even though it's quite durable. The Fireclay farmhouse sink (there's another in the laundry room) has a timeless look that complements the custom Cabico cabinetry from Shaker Hill Granite Company. In its new, more functional and prettier incarnation, the kitchen is an inviting space to prepare food and to grab a quick bite at the island. There's a large built-in storage closet, a nook for cookbooks and a deep and inviting window seat with a view of the front gardens. Glass-paneled pocket doors can be pulled to separate the kitchen from the front hall without blocking the view. Bennett and his team removed brickwork and old hemlock beams, installing white oak beams to complement the character-grade white oak floor. They also built a new range hood, covering it with smoothtextured and neutral-colored plaster. A sweet transitional space with a wicker bar cart and a small Amy Wynne oil painting from nearby Candita Clayton Gallery leads into the dining area where a table and eight wishbone Top: A fresh coat of paint and a makeover to the garage give the house a welcoming facade. Above: In the backyard, a new hardscape design and plantings connect with the new family room addition. nhhomemagazine.com | November/December 2022 77http://www.nhhomemagazine.com