New Hampshire Home May-June 2024 - 75

OUTDOOR DESIGN:
GARDEN DESIGN
WINNER: Pinnacle House
Parker Garden Design in Nashua
603-595-7904 * parkergarden.com
Perched high above the town, this home has a
commanding view of the world below, however,
the steep hillside site presented the challenge of
erosion control. The solution was a terraced outdoor
space that is beautiful while also solving the
erosion issue. A series of natural stone retaining
walls and steps executed within a dense variety
of plantings leads to an intimate sitting area
where two radiantly red Adirondack chairs await
occupants. Existing garden beds were enlarged
to a scale in keeping with the size of this majestic
home. Ornamental shrubs, trees, grasses and a
lush layer of understory perennials were installed
to prevent erosion and to provide vital habitat
for native birds and insects. The dense plantings
create a pleasing display of color and texture from
spring to frost, while minimizing the need for
weeding and overall maintenance.
What the judges said: A transformation of a
formerly unremarkable slope, this garden uses
stone materials and sweeps of lush plantings to
unify a glimpse of idealized nature to ground
the structure in its surroundings. The stone stairs
and viewing areas allow for ample opportunity
to observe the birds and pollinators that will now
become a part of this dynamic habitat.
UP & COMING TALENT (UNDER 40)
WINNER: Cristopher Salomon
Principal Architect, Samyn-D'Elia Architects, P.A.
in Holderness * 603-968-7133 * sdaarchitects.com
Nominator Austin Ward of Timberpeg said: Cris leads a firm
of 11 architects that focuses on design and planning for both
residential and commercial markets, spanning from hospitality
and leisure to academic, civic and health care. He demonstrates
leadership in environmental conservation, recently completing
projects with net zero energy ratings and with a carbon-neutral
footprint. Cris actively devotes his time to community betterment,
serving on several boards of trustees, including New
Hampshire Institute of Architects (president in 2021 and board
member 2017 to 2022); Plan New Hampshire (2019 to present);
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center; Waterville Valley Adaptive
Sports and Professional Ski Instructors of America as a certified
adaptive skiing instructor and volunteer for the past 22 years.
While leading a small business, Cris, an avid mountaineer, has
also accumulated notable athletic achievements - he
summited Mount Rainier (2021), Mount Denali (2022)
and, most recently, Mount Everest (2023).
What the judges said: Cris's resume exudes community
involvement and energetic enthusiasm for the vast outdoors
of New Hampshire. Balancing that with thoughtful leadership
of his studio and green design principles makes Cris one to
watch now and in years to come.
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COURTESY PHOTO
PHOTO COURTESY BARB YOUNG
http://www.parkergarden.com http://www.sdaarchitects.com
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