“ There’ s a huge level of trust between builder and client that is really important,” the Tenneys say.“ Meridian went above and beyond in many different steps of the process to make sure we felt comfortable and were communicating what was going on. We’ re grateful for that because it’ s a big undertaking.”
Typically, one challenge for custom home builders is finding suitable land to build a home. Choosing a preferred location with ideal land is the first step, and Meridian has a large inventory of land throughout Rhode Island and Massachusetts for clients to consider in towns such as East Greenwich, North Kingstown, Lincoln, Cranston, Charlestown, South Kingstown, Rehoboth, Massachusetts, and more.
The layout throughout the gambrel succeeds in provoking that homey feel, to the point where the Tenneys can visualize their future children eating at the breakfast nook, watching TV or sitting at the island doing homework while dinner is being made.
All that’ s left for them to do is fill the rooms with creative doodles, adventurous play, and unconditional love as the children grow in the house their parents built with them in mind. ◆
TOP: The exposed beams on the cathedral ceiling and polished nickel chandelier match the natural gray stone fireplace in the family room— the most inviting space in the home. MIDDLE: The master bathroom has a freestanding bathtub, vertical tile shower, his-and-hers sinks and an oversized walk-in closet. RIGHT: The gray oak canopy bed, wall moldings and subdued tones add subtle sophistication to the master bedroom.
38 RHODE ISLAND MONTHLY’ S NEST | 2026