The TMS office was in spooky spirits today during our annual pumpkin-carving competition and Halloween pizza party- a much-loved tradition that brings out the lighter side of our creative team.
An impressive showing of pumpkins made for a close vote this year, but ultimately, Job Captain Ellie Hayes took home the coveted Golden Gourd Award with her showstopping “Château de la Pumpkin.” Some design skills, it seems, translate seamlessly from residential to vegetable-based- who knew?

The coveted Golden Gourd Award

Ellie’s winning “Chateau de la Pumpkin” design
Rounding out the top three were Sicilia and Tim, whose imaginative carvings gave Ellie some worthy competition. Kudos to all who participated (although some of you might want to stick to the architecture and interior design scopes).

Sicilia’s 2nd Place Carve

Tim’s bronze medal-worthy pumpkin
As we near two months in our new office, this year’s celebration also marked a special milestone for our team. The new space has already enhanced collaboration, sparked inspiration, and provided even more opportunities for us to connect, both within our team and with our clients.

The Design Studio matched the Halloween theme with its Lutron lighting effects.

Feeling spooky and ~witchy~
Here’s to a season full of creativity, collaboration, and a little friendly competition. From all of us at TMS Architects & Interiors- happy (almost) Halloween! 👻
We’re honored to be recognized by Ocean Home Magazine as one of the nation’s Top Coastal Architects for 2025 and proud to represent the beautiful New England coast!

For more than 40 years, our team has been dedicated to designing timeless, thoughtful, and unique homes that celebrate the enduring traditions of New England coastal architecture. From weathered shingle-style retreats along the Maine shoreline to contemporary waterfront homes, each of our projects is designed with craftsmanship, context, and connection to place in mind.
This recognition is a reflection of the work of our entire team, our trusted collaborators, and the wonderful clients who invite us to bring their visions to life along the coast.

We appreciate Ocean Home Magazine for the recognition, and those who continue to inspire our pursuit of design excellence by the water.
Explore some of our featured Coastal Homes Portfolio to see what makes seaside living so special to us.

For more than two decades now, New England Home has shined a spotlight on the region’s most iconic architecture and design, and we’ve been fortunate to have many of our projects and people featured within its pages. From editorial highlights to awards, our partnership with the publication has always reflected a shared appreciation for craftsmanship, creativity, and the timeless character of New England homes.
This week, our team had the pleasure of joining New England Home Magazine and many familiar faces from across the region’s design community to celebrate the publication’s 20th anniversary as a leading voice in New England design.

As one of ten founding partners, TMS Architects & Interiors was honored to serve as an exclusive sponsor in the magazine’s recent September–October issue, continuing a valued partnership built on shared dedication to craftsmanship, creativity, and timeless New England architecture.

The celebration took place at the stunning Cumar Marble & Granite Showroom, where guests were surrounded by beautiful stone displays, warm conversation, and a curated menu (complete with caviar). The evening was a wonderful reminder of the power of connection within our region’s vibrant design community.

In the midst of our day-to-day routines, it’s always meaningful to pause and gather with like-minded professionals who share the same goal, which is to keep New England design distinctively beautiful, enduring, and unique.

Congratulations to our friends at New England Home on 20 noteworthy years. We’re proud to have been a part of your journey from the start, and we look forward to many more years of celebrating design together.