Get to Know Us- Portsmouth - Weekender House

We’re your interior design resource.

Welcome to Weekender House, where our team of experienced designers is equipped with the latest tools and trends to bring your living and working spaces into the modern era. Whether you’re seeking a subtle design refresh, a complete remodel, or starting from scratch, we are here to create personalized home or office spaces that reflect your individuality. With our vast expertise, we’ll guide you towards a stylish and stunning environment that resonates with your vision for your home.

Our designers specialize in crafting interiors tailored to your preferences, incorporating unique accents that truly define your space. From our diverse selection of top-notch, name-brand furniture and furnishings, we’ll collaborate with you to achieve the exact look you desire. Your home will exude the perfect ambiance, transforming everyday moments into a retreat-like experience.

At Weekender House, we have empowered countless individuals by actively listening and leveraging our extensive design resources. No matter what style you envision for your home, we have the ability to execute it flawlessly with a contemporary touch. Your home has a captivating story waiting to unfold, and we are here to be its author.

Let Weekender House be your trusted partner as we embark on an exciting journey to redefine your living and working spaces. Experience the transformation firsthand and discover how our dedication to innovation and modernity can elevate your lifestyle.

CHAD CALLIHAN

Founder/Owner/Lead Designer

Chad started his career over 20 years ago in the Miami Design District & has worked for such famed companies as Baker Furniture, McGuire, and Rocke & Co. Chad moved to Portsmouth New Hampshire in 2010 and opened Weekender House in 2013.

Chad brings an open mind to every new project and because of this he has worked in many design styles over the years. His design philosophy is to be keenly aware of the client’s needs and wishes, so that in the end they are living in a space that reflects who they are, and are surrounded by the furnishings and décor that brings them joy

MARGO VILLANDRY

Designer

Margo acquired her Interior Design degree from Parsons the New School for Design in New York City and subsequently honed her design skills by working for two esteemed NYC-based designers.

Having had the opportunity to work on a number of high-profile projects, she returned to her native New England in 2014. Once here, she opened a full-service design firm and was a frequent visitor to the Weekender House with her clients. With a collaborative relationship already forged, Margo was asked to join the Weekender House team in 2017.

In 2019 Margo received a Best of Houzz Award for Design and her work with Weekender House has been featured in Coastal Design magazine.

JENNIFER MYERS

Designer

Jen started her design career in 2004 as one of the first Real Estate Staging and Consulting experts on the Seacoast.

Because of her insight and expertise realtors, home builders and homeowners quickly began to solicit her advice on finishes and materials selections for their projects.

Jen’s comfortable yet sophisticated approach to interiors quickly evolved her business model into offering full service interior design services.

After 13 years on her own, in 2017 Jen joined the Weekender House team where she continues her passion for finding new ways to look at a space and turning design limitations into fresh exciting features.

JENN JAMISON

Operations Manager

Jenn joined the Weekender House team in 2015. Prior to that she spent 18 years working in the paint industry for Valspar, managing a customer service call center team and providing color consultations for one of their boutique paint brands. Seeking a change, Jenn parlayed her love of color into her role as a designer at Weekender House. Recently Jenn has taken on the role of Operations Manager. In this role Jenn manages day to day operations for our Showroom as well as logistical coordination of our design projects from presentation to installation.

PHYLLIS SAULNIER

Designer

Phyllis, who joined the Weekender House team in 2021, has more than 20 years of interior design expertise coupled with 20 years in retail management and merchandising.

Previously, Phyllis spent 18 years at the Cabot House helping clients elevate their interiors by paying close attention to their wants so that the finished product reflected their aesthetic and lifestyle.

Prior to this, she was a training manager at Anne Klein and trained new candidates for store manager positions for the Northeast and Midwest regions. In addition, she contributed to the visual merchandising company guideline program.

Phyllis believes in establishing and maintaining relationships with clients, “Redesigning and reimagining spaces I did 15 to 20 years ago is so rewarding.”