March 28, 2008

Architects and developers can strengthen the relationship between a house and the outdoors by incorporating elements like high-efficiency glass doors and windows.

By Maryann Thompson
With longer, warmer days just around the corner and the expectation of daffodil- and tulip-sightings growing, it seems winter just might loosen its tight grasp on New England again this year. As that happens, New Englanders flee the confines of our houses for gardens, parks and bike paths, eager for fresh air, outdoor exercise and sunshine. While the cutting chill of winter’s gusty winds and cement-like snows may not be chief among winter’s charms, its landscapes, absent of leaves, devoid of color and blanketed with a layer of snow, are as visually striking as perennial gardens in high color or flame-red autumn leaves.

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