Author: Laurel Kornhiser
A former magazine editor, Laurel Kornhiser is a professor at Quincy College where she teaches literature and writing. After living in the woods on the Cape for many years, she now lives in Plymouth and can see the sea. Laurel has written countless articles for Cape Cod HOME over the years and has a knack for putting into words the beauty of Cape Cod and its many fine residences.
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Grand living on Great Island
Writer: Laurel Kornhiser Photographer: Richard Hilgendorff
Architect Doreve Nicholaeff successfully makes a 9,000 square foot house feel like a home by providing individual spaces for an…
Read MoreA House with History
Writer: Laurel Kornhiser Photographer: Dan Cutrona
Storied Captain Elijah Cobb House begins a new chapter as the Brewster Historical Society’s home and museum Like novels, houses…
Read MoreBoiling down to the details
Writer: Laurel Kornhiser Photographer: Dominic Casserly
Homeowner and mason team up to render the ultimate outdoor dream kitchen It is said that too many cooks in the kitchen…
Read MoreLight & Breezy
Writer: Laurel Kornhiser Photographer: Charlie Utz
Architect and designer add just the right touches to a coastal Sandwich cottage Crossing either the Sagamore or Bourne bridges from…
Read MoreWarm memories, natural light and a water view
Writer: Laurel Kornhiser Photographer: John Dvorsack
Orleans residence designed with family—and the ocean—in mind Some houses immediately make you feel calm—the palette is neutral, the furniture…
Read MoreFlavor of the sea
Writer: Laurel Kornhiser Photographer: Dan Cutrona
Brewster designer transforms home using inspiring colors and nautical details Cape Cod is a land of beached driftwood, whales’ tails,…
Read MoreParadise Found
Writer: Laurel Kornhiser Photographer: Brian Vanden Brink
An old Cape home comes alive with magical architectural and design touches by a visionary team. It’s called “Fool’s Paradise,”…
Read MoreWorth Its Salt
Writer: Laurel Kornhiser Photographer: Brian Vanden Brink
This bayside retreat is small in size, but big in casual style and ingenious comfort. Cape Codders have a complicated…
Read MoreHeartfelt Home in Hyannisport
Writer: Laurel Kornhiser Photographer: Sean Litchfield
“Sweet” is the adjective Douglas Dick, principal of LDa Architects and Interiors of Cambridge and Chatham, often employs when describing…
Read MoreWhen Past Shapes Present
Writer: Laurel Kornhiser
The dogwood tree—the site of an occasional family pig roast on summer days—was one untouchable sacred cow, recounts Mark Hutker,…
Read MoreA Grand Synergy
Writer: Laurel Kornhiser Photographer: Brian Vanden Brink
A Pleasant Bay home combines the best of nature with Polhemus Savery DaSilva’s architectural innovation, creating a showcase for the…
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