Main and Mountain Bar + Motel

MAIN and MOUNTAIN BAR + MOTEL

Total renovation of outdated motel into a boutique lodging location. Interior Design by Joanne Palmisano Photos by Lindsay Selin MOTEL RENOVATION + NEW BAR… All aspects of Interior Design, including original concept, layout of spaces--including transform an unused manager’s apartment and small lobby into a bar, and overgrown front lawn into patio space with a gas fireplace. Custom design furniture, local materials, unique pieces and collaborating with local artisans and tradespeople.

HONORS

Vermont’s Best New Hotel 2019, New England Editors, Yankee Magazine

Mentioned in Country Living Magazine

Mentioned in Washington Post

Featured in Vermont Ski and Ride Magazine

Mentioned in numerous publications

Bear Mountain Inn, Maine

Inn Renovation

Total renovation of an historic inn in the lakes district of Maine. This renovation project — a combination of simple decorative changes to some structural changes and additions is now approachable, hip, and relaxing place for today’s modern traveler while keeping its charm and cozy character for a unique lodging experience. Complete renovation of inn, including the lobby, restaurant, barn wedding and event area and guest rooms, with reconfiguration of some spaces to include additions of bathrooms into the rooms.

HONORS

Couples Choice Awards, 2018

Couples Choice Awards, 2019

Lawson's Finest Liquids Taproom + Retail Store

New Build, Tap Room and Retail Store for Lawson’s Finest Liquids

This new build project was hands-on from start to finish and Joanne enjoyed every moment of it. The architect, Austin Designs, created this incredible timber frame design, that Mad River Post and Beam built, that Joanne planned the interior design from… the layout of the bar, bathrooms, seating and retail store. Working hand and hand with the owners, Karen and Sean, Architect, and Builder, together we created a warm and inviting welcoming environment for guests to enjoy their craft beers.

Everything from paint colors, to types of wainscoting, to finishes, fixtures, seating, custom lighting and more…there were hundreds decisions to make. Being able to incorporate numerous local sources and artisans was extra special. From picking local stone, to creating designs for custom furniture pieces, to fabric swatches for chairs…every detail was thought of so guests would have a comfortable, inviting and intimate Vermont experience, while enjoying a delicious craft beer.

HONORS

Boston Globe

Best Vermont Brewery, Vermont Sports

Small Business Award, Vermont

Numerous Other Awards and Accolades

Vermont Ski and Ride Best Places

Photos by Lawson’s Finest Liquids, Alana Cushman

Pizza 44 Counter Service Restaurant

Old Warehouse Space Turned Wood Fired Pizza Restaurant

When the owners, Tim and Doug, (BFF’s for 44 year— hence the name) decided to open up a counter service wood fired pizza restaurant they contacted Joanne right away. Basically Tim called and said — “Hey — want to do a Pizza Restaurant?” and Joanne said “Hey — Ya!”. (Tim and Joanne had already worked on two places together — he is the owner of Archie’s Grill and The Scoop (two other interior design projects of Joanne’s).

The empty warehouse space was in the same building as Queen City Brewery. Working together, they came up with a layout and concept for the space. Instead of trying to hide the character of the warehouse, Joanne decided to incorporate it. She added additional reclaimed brick walls, left piping exposed, and created a look and feel that worked with the building’s design. From rustic wood tables, to contemporary plywood panels on the wall and marble counter tops… every details was thought out. Joanne also create a few of the details herself — from making some of the pizza peels on the wall, to the painted stripes on the tables. Joanne design is such an experience that the owners say it is helping driving business.

HONORS

Seven Days Magazine

Photos by Lindsay Selin

Basin Harbor Resort and Boat Club, Vermont

Resort Renovation

Open since 1886, Basin Harbor Club is a historic 700 acre resort on the shores of Lake Champlain. Family-owned, the fourth and fifth generations are now making changes to meet today’s travelers needs. With over 74 individual cottages, 4 lodge buildings with numerous guest rooms in numerous historic building, Joanne Palmisano is creating a design and style that speaks to the history of the resort. Joanne scoured the attics of the resort to bring in some of their own historic pieces, while also bringing in other unique touches. Joanne reused some of the furnishings and gave them a painted cottage look. The cottages are given a charming cottage feel, while the guest rooms in the main lodge have a more elegant, yet comfortable and inviting, look and feel. This is an ongoing project.

HONORS

Historic Hotels of America

Travelers Choice, 2020, Trip Advisor

Couples Choice, WeddingWire, 2020

Short-term Vacation Rental, Stowe, Vermont

Renovation of an outdated home to convert into an income-producing short-term vacation rental. Full budget-friendly renovation of guest rooms, kitchen, living room with the addition of a deck, bedrooms and master bathroom.

HONORS

Featured New York Times

Apartment Therapy

Vermont Ski and Ride

Domino

AFTER photos by Lindsay Selin

Motel Renovation, Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Motel Renovation & Collaboration Work

Was hired by TruexCullins Architecture and Interior Design Firm to work with their design team on a budget-friendly motel renovation to include all guest rooms, lobby, pool area, and the addition of a breakfast area. A total transformation of an outdated motel in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The new design truly speaks to today’s adventure traveler.

HONORS

Gold Key Award for Excellence, Boutique Design

Domino Magazine

San Francisco Chronicle

Hospitality Design

Country Living Magazine

Mad River Barn, Inn, Restaurant and Pub, Vermont

Inn Renovation

This historic 18 room inn was brought back to life with a rustic industrial design to connect the past while delivering a more unique and modern experience for the guests, including recycled, vintage and salvaged materials. Name one of the top new ski places to stay by Outside Magazine. It is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. All rooms were totally renovated, including the lobby, restaurant, pub and game room. Now, a comfortable and inviting inn that has modern amenities with yesterday’s charm.

HONORS

7 Best New Hotels in Ski Country, 2016, Outside Magazine

Featured in Seven Days, Vermont

Featured Vermont Ski and Ride

Vacation Rental, Townhouse

Short-term Vacation Rental Renovation, Stowe, Vermont

A budget-friendly renovation transformation of an outdated 1970’s Stowe, Vermont townhouse rental property. The kitchen was redesigned to be an open space and many unique design features were added throughout the rooms, such as reclaimed wood walls, updated bathroom vanities with reclaimed wood and recycled sinks, custom made wood shelves with recycled material tiles and reclaimed wood shelving around the 1970’s fireplace.

Not only was the townhouse renovation to be enjoyed by the owner’s family, but as a vacation rental in a hot rental market, it truly stands out and has significantly increased its occupancy rate.

HONORS

Stowe Reporter

Seven Days Magazine

Cottage and Bungalows

and Numerous Other Publications

Other Commercial Projects

Additional Projects

From room to room videos for DIY NETWORK, to an Ice Cream Shop, a Burger Restaurant, to Office Spaces, a Boat Marina, and more Vacation Rentals spaces, Joanne has completed dozens of refresh and renovation projects for the commercial and hospitality industry.