Proper Modern Home

12/18/2025

I am truly grateful, humbled and honored to be featured in Brick + Tides, a new online publication by my longtime friend and incredibly talented photographer, Cy Cyr.
Brick + Tides highlights local builders, makers, and business owners through powerful storytelling and photography, and I’m deeply grateful to be included among so many inspiring leaders in our community.
Cy beautifully captured the why behind my work as a high-performance home builder — the quiet details, the intention and the care that go into building homes that truly support the people who live in them.
If you’re curious about why we build the way we do — and what sets high-performance, Passive House construction and Proper Modern Home apart — we’d love for you to read the piece.
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The foundation was only a few feet out of the frozen Scarborough ground, a neat geometry of concrete catching the winter sun. Ten degrees, bright and wind-bitten. Snow from last week still rimmed the perimeter, crisp and untouched. An excavator growled to life, a skid steer answered, and the Atlanti...

11/24/2025

Clean, quiet, and deeply intentional.
As we head into Thanksgiving, we’re reminded that the kitchen is where gathering truly begins.
Designed through close collaboration, this space is modern and minimal, yet warm and grounded. The cabinetry — made by Huston & Company from Richlite, a beautiful and durable recycled paper stone product — anchors the room with quiet strength. Polished concrete floors, crisp white countertops, a touch of white oak and a Galley Workstation with matching taps all support a sense of calm, high-functioning simplicity.
And then there’s the 9’ window: no uppers, no clutter — just forest views, natural light and the peacefulness that comes from letting the outside in.
We believe a well-designed home should work with you, not against you. And we’re grateful for clients who value sustainability, craft and collaboration from day one.
If that sounds like you, let’s talk. We’d love to help bring your vision to life. 💛🍂
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09/15/2025

New project alert! 💫This one’s already feeling like a dream. There’s just something about those uninterrupted ocean views that makes you want to open every window and let the breeze roll in. 🌊🏡
We’ve wrapped up the framing stage of this major renovation and already this space feels bright, airy and full of possibility. Strategic design, smarter layouts and larger windows can turn a good view into a breathtaking one — and that’s the heart of this coastal transformation.
Soft tones, natural textures, and that view? It’s going to be something special.

08/22/2025

When we say every square inch of your home should serve a purpose — we mean it. This under-stair nook was built just for him… because every good boy deserves a proper spot to call his own. 🐾💛
No wasted space. Just thoughtful, functional design for the whole family — dogs included. 🏡✨

08/07/2025

Spotted: a curious fawn nestled in the tree line — perfectly framed by European triple pane windows that keep things cozy on the inside, no matter the season.
Comfort, efficiency and a view that feels like art. 🦌🍃🏡💛

07/25/2025

We are all excited to see the landscape final touches coming together for an upcoming photo shoot at the Proper Modern Project…. Even the Bulldog! 💛

05/26/2025

Today we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave everything for our freedom.

03/28/2025

Last fall, I had the honor of chatting with Trent Bell on the Architecture, Design & Photography Podcast. We talked about everything from my early career in biotech to building custom homes, responsible development, high performance and passive house, assembling your project team and my new found appreciation for minimalism!
Click the link to listen in on my conversation with Trent — Episode 115 on the ADP Podcast — https://youtu.be/dOe6ceuxKnQ?si=1FTIkK2RaTQBttoY

12/25/2024

Wishing you a day filled with love, joy, laughter and all of your favorite people. Merry Christmas from our family to yours!
📸: Kelly Roy Photography

12/10/2024

We are excited to introduce our newest team member… As you can see, she has an enthusiasm for design, but she really shines in demolition, remodeling and barking orders. Please join us in welcoming Fig! 🤣

11/28/2024

So much to be grateful for today and everyday… Hope your kitchens are filled with good food, great company and cheer! Happy Thanksgiving!
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10/06/2024

Fall is our favorite time of the year…. There’s something about the changing foliage, cooler temps and local harvests that make us want to slow down and meal prep on the weekends. The Galley Workstation has been a game changer for how we work in the kitchen. There’s literally a place for everything — it makes the kitchen more functional and is our family’s favorite gathering space.
We believe high performance homes should also be high functioning homes. Curious how we can help you design and build a home that performs AND functions for how you and your family will live in the space? Drop us a note, let’s grab a coffee and chat…
“ABetterWay