Bensonwood’s own Design Group brings OpenHome architectural visions to life with clarity and artistry.  Known for creating high-performance homes that combine beauty with functionality, their OpenHome approach adds design flexibility to Bensonwood’s long-term durability, energy efficiency, and unparalleled comfort. Whether it's timber framing or advanced construction techniques, Bensonwood’s expertise guarantees a home that is visually appealing and purpose-built to serve for generations. 

Tedd Benson, founder of Bensonwood and Unity Homes, is a building pioneer who has spent his career redefining how homes are designed and constructed. A key figure in the revival of timber framing in America, Tedd co-founded the Timber Framers Guild of North America and authored four influential books on the subject. Under his leadership, Bensonwood has become a leader in timber frame design and craftsmanship, as well as a pioneer in Mass Timber and CLT construction. Tedd launched Unity Homes to focus on creating high-performance, sustainable homes, and established a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Keene, NH. With OpenHome, Tedd aims to make exceptional architecture and world-class design accessible to more people by streamlining the building process and using sustainable, high-quality materials that ensure beauty, durability, and energy efficiency. His philosophy is rooted in the belief that everyone deserves a home that enhances well-being and connects them to their surroundings.

Seth Clarke is a graduate of Rice University and a licensed architect with over 20 years of professional experience. Inspired by design’s transformative impact on how we live, work, and learn, Seth has a deep commitment to creating meaningful spaces. Before 2021, he led design teams at Boston-area firms Sasaki and Payette, overseeing a range of residential, institutional, and commercial projects. Today, Seth collaborates with homeowners, architects, and institutions to develop sustainable, Net-Zero, and Passive House buildings using Bensonwood’s innovative off-site construction methods and bio-based materials. An avid gardener and active father, Seth enjoys the great New Hampshire outdoors and making music with his family.

Amanda holds a Master of Architecture from Norwich University and started her career in New York City. As a fourth generation NH native, she returned home to be closer to family and over the last 20 years has worked on a variety of commercial, institutional and residential projects. Inspired by the region’s rich 19th-century architectural heritage and passionate about sustainable design, Amanda is excited to be part of the greater Bensonwood Team that is making a meaningful impact on the built environment for the well-being of both the planet and its inhabitants. In her spare time, Amanda loves exploring local lakes, whether swimming, paddleboarding, or boating. 

Steven is a licensed Architect who spent nearly 15 years at an architectural firm in Vermont’s Upper Valley before joining the Bensonwood Design Group. Steven has a strong expertise in both traditional detailing and modern building technologies. He brings technical expertise and a positive attitude to every project. When he's not designing, Steven enjoys hiking, skiing, and exploring New England with his family and two rescue dogs.

Max's architectural journey has taken him from Boston to Berlin and Kyoto while completing his Master of Architecture from Wentworth Institute of Technology, followed by seven years in New York City. During that time, he worked on diverse projects ranging from retail and hospitality to luxury residential and mixed-use buildings, collaborating with industry leaders such as Design Republic, CetraRuddy, and Renzo Piano Building Workshop. Inspired by his global travels across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, Max integrates these cultural influences into his work, creating modern, functional designs with a calming atmosphere. In his free time, Max enjoys gardening and exploring nature with his friends, family, and his dog.

Based first in Atlanta and later Denver, the early days of Curt's design career were focused on food service and corporate design. His portfolio includes large-scale projects at hospitals, universities, and major sports venues such as PNC Park in Pittsburgh and American Family Field in Milwaukee. In 2001, his career path led him to New England, where he has since focused on high-end custom home design, working alongside nationally renowned architects and builders in the region. Outside the office, Curt enjoys spending time outdoors, whether it's skiing, fishing, or biking with friends and family.

— Karla N., OpenHome Client

OpenHome has three unique architectural design paths to serve as launch points for your design. Each home is sustainably built to our standards and designed to exceed expectations for home health, comfort, and aesthetic.