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Maureen Friedman

Before Maureen Friedman came to FHB, she was manager of Kitchen Design Studio in New Canaan, Conn. Maureen has put that experience to work producing the “Project Gallery” department and the back-cover feature for each issue. She also keeps up appearances around the magazine in other important ways, from corralling the staff to making sure our contributors get paid. Maureen lives in Newtown, Conn., with her husband and two children.

Keepsake Vanity Countertop

October 9, 2018

This custom concrete sink surround artfully displays shark teeth collected during walks on the Connecticut shore.
Stacked for Storage

October 9, 2018

Tapered red-birch shelves make the most of angled spaces in a Mansard-roof finished attic.
Creative Solution for a Corner Cabinet

October 9, 2018

Instead of terminating this cottage kitchen in a typical ell, the designers chose to embrace the undulating walls and add extra serving and storage space.
Pantry Hidden in Plain Sight

October 9, 2018

This fun hidden door helps balance proportions in this kitchen by mirroring the look of nearby cabinets.
Spacious Pantry Behind Barn Doors

October 9, 2018

Weathered oak stands out against the refined details in this country kitchen.
Laundry Alcove Does Double Duty

October 9, 2018

This multifunctional set of built-in cabinets serves as a convenient serving station for the adjacent dining area when the homeowners aren't washing or drying clothes.
Project Gallery: Special Spaces

May 9, 2018

A third-floor sauna, a curved eyebrow dormer home office, and a jungle gym above a garage.
Best Traditional Home 2018 Photo Gallery

April 16, 2018

Glimpses of a Greek revival: This rebuilt home was designed to both retain the historic feel of the house while also incorporating a floor plan more appropriate for the way people live and entertain today.
2018 Houses Awards Readers’ Choice Winners

April 11, 2018

Fine Homebuilding readers submitted a number of projects for consideration; 10 were selected as finalists, and three were chosen as winners.
Project Gallery: The Hathorn Acorn

February 28, 2018

“If you are going to build a treehouse like this, don’t start with a budget!”