Who Are We?

We are a full-service interior finishes showroom.  We specialize in kitchen and bathroom renovations, using eco-friendly materials, designs and installations.

Robert “Bob” LaFond, Owner

An industry expert, Bob has over 30 years of experience as a builder and in “green” living. Bob has completed everything from historic restorations, gut rehabs to new ground-up construction.  He’s a veteran to the first Earth Day and was installing solar collectors in the 70′s.  Bob’s in-depth industry knowledge, hands-on expertise and a passion for life contributes to each and every customer project becoming an enjoyable and educational experience.

Click here to read Bob’s interview in Newton Living Magazine March/April 2012 issue on page 35.

Maryellen DiSchino, Showroom Manager/Design Consultant

Maryellen is a designer by training, LEED Associate and marketing specialist by trade, tree hugger by night and mom 24/7.  She’s passionate about beautiful sustainable products, understands all the technical data, and loves working with color, pattern and design layout.  Maryellen will make sure you reach your project goals as well as having great designer’s advice on which countertop and backsplash work best with the cabinetry and flooring.   She’s a wealth of information, loves what she does and is a fantastic resource.

Glen Gurner, Kitchen Designer

Kitchen designer and cabinet maker extraordinaire!  Glen has over 25 years experience in the cabinetmaking and architectural woodworking world.   He has designed, built and managed hundreds of kitchen and cabinet projects.  Throughout his career he has also found time to teach at Wentworth, Mass College of Art and Canton High School.  Working with Glen on your kitchen project will be a breeze.  The artist in him will make it beautiful, the builder in him will make it function to perfection, and the teacher in him will make it an educational and easy experience for you.

Our staff would be happy to help answer your questions and we look forward to meeting you in our showroom.

Terrene of New England is a division of Bosgreen LLC.