We are so happy to have the chance to feature the talented women that make up the Huffard House team for our next Designer Q&A feature! Huston & Company has been fortunate to be able to collaborate with Huffard House on several custom projects over the last couple of years. With their vision and clients’ needs in mind, we’ve crafted numerous dining tables, beds, case pieces, and occasional tables that accent the timeless interiors Huffard House creates throughout New England.
Read on for lots more about this four woman team that includes, Bronwyn Huffard, Kelly McNulty, Ashley Wolf, Jacqueline Scott, and an office pup named Finn.
Tell us a bit about your firm.
Huffard House is a residential design firm located in South Portland’s Knightville neighborhood. We are a female run team that offers a full range of design services. We collaborate with architects, builders and local craftspeople to create homes that our clients love.
How would you describe the Huffard House style or aesthetic? What is Huffard House’s design philosophy?
We like to think that we could design for any client, regardless of style preferences. That being said, all of our designs have a common thread of pops of color, some combination of traditional and contemporary design and a commingling of antique and new pieces. Our work tends to be casual, sophisticated, simple, and very functional.
Describe your experience working with Huston & Company.
We love working with Huston! We specify custom furniture with some regularity and Huston has been great to work with. Our collaboration has resulted in some really beautiful pieces.
When do you advise your clients to consider custom pieces for their home?
Our best clients are looking for furniture pieces with a story that’s built locally. Custom pieces are one of a kind, they are really pieces of art. It’s fun for us to work with a clients’ vision on one hand and then amazing craftspeople on the other to create beautiful and functional furniture that will last for generations. The result is good for the local economy, good for the earth, something to pass down that came from human hands in Maine.
What are some of your favorite sources for unique, quality items for the home?
A few favorite vendors: O&G Studio, The Beautiful Bed Company, Waterworks, Tabarka Studio, and The Urban Electric Company.
A few local shops: Pillars Antiques, Bradford’s Rug Company, Blanche & Mimi, Folly 101, and Fitz Bennett Home.
A big thank you to the Huffard House team for participating in our latest Designer Q&A! Be sure to keep up with their latest work and inspiration by following HH on Instagram.
If you are an interior designer and would like more information about working with Huston & Company for your clients’ furniture needs, please inquire to be a part of our trade program for designers.