News, Awards & Publications
Polhemus Savery DaSilva have received numerous regional and national awards for architecture, construction and business management, including the New England Design Hall of Fame and National Association of Home Builders’ National Custom Home Builder of the Year award. But the accolades from our new and longstanding clients are what matter most.
The Story of Riptide
Watch this video of a special custom PSD renovation and addition project, where the homeowners and PSD's Owner & CEO, Aaron Polhemus, speak about the house and the process. Riptide is an iconic home in Chatham, Massachusetts that PSD renovated for its newest homeowners.


“Net Zero, High Drama” Under Construction Video
Here we showcasing a new PSD house currently under construction on a beautiful bluff-top, oceanfront site on the Outer Cape.

PSD Recognized with a 2022 Best of Houzz for Design
For the ninth time, PSD has been recognized with a Best of Houzz Award in the Design category. The annual awards recognize the platform’s top-rated home professionals and most popular designs across the country and around the world.

Beachmist Featured in Chatham Living by the Sea
A perfectly situated custom-designed and built home from PSD showcases water views from virtually every window.
Select Awards & Recognition
2022 Top Coastal Architects
Ocean Home Magazine
2022 Top 50
Modern Luxury Interiors Boston
2021 Top Coastal Architects
Ocean Home Magazine
Our Books

Living Where Land Meets Sea: The Houses of Polhemus Savery DaSilva
The latest PSD monograph features 35 homes that showcase the second decade of work inspired by the coast and designed and built by the firm.

Shingled Houses in the Summer Sun: The Work of Polhemus Savery DaSilva
PSD's second book focuses on beautiful shingle-style, Gothic revival and Cape Cod-style homes in gorgeous New England settings.

Architecture of the Cape Cod Summer: The Work of Polhemus Savery DaSilva
The first PSD monograph shows how the work of the firm reflects the special qualities of Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket.
Select Press Coverage
Personal Approach
Northshore Home
By Mary Grauerholz, Summer 2022.
Brace Rock
Island Oasis
Cape & Islands Design Guide
By Maddie Brisbane, Annual 2022.
Meadowcrest
A Whimsical Wonderland
Modern Luxury Interiors Boston
By Nichi Pandey, Volume II 2022.
Moon Shadow
Shifting Perspectives
Cape Cod & The Islands
By Jennifer Sperry, Summer 2022.
Saint Peter's Cottage
Below Deck
Cape Cod Home
By Allyson Plessner, Early Summer 2022.
House at Chatham Light
A Dream by the Dunes
Chatham Living by the Sea
By Carol K. Dumas, Spring/Summer 2022.
Beachmist