“The family quarters are the heart and soul of the house. They are where we live—really live—day in and day out,” writes Alabama-based interior designer Caroline Gidiere in her latest book, Interiors for a Life in Good Taste (Rizzoli, 2025). … Continue reading
“The client wanted a warm, welcoming central living space for gathering that included a kitchen, dining area, and screened porch, conceived as a modern interpretation of a traditional Maine camp. The somewhat unusual part of the design is that the … Continue reading
“Camps used to be simple,” says Mark Gordon, founder of Rangeley Building and Remodeling. “The overall quality of a camp has changed.” While he notes that there was certainly a boom period during the early 1900s (“A lot of great … Continue reading
When the Zillman Art Museum’s executive director and curator George Kinghorn first connected with artist Peter Walls about a solo exhibition, he encouraged Walls to activate the space with a suite of new works. “I’m always interested in artists who … Continue reading
Located in the charming fishing village of Port Clyde, the project aims to enlarge an existing 800-square-foot seaside cottage that was built in the 1930s. The addition will provide expanded living space while maximizing the panoramic views of the neighbor- … Continue reading
Who doesn’t love a comeback story? Tina Turner’s 1980s return to performing, vinyl records, Legos, Pamela Anderson—it’s always heartening to see someone or something whose star has dimmed suddenly burst back onto the scene, proving they’ve still got a few … Continue reading
When you know, you know. That was certainly the case a few years ago for a Portsmouth, New Hampshire–based couple looking for a place on the water, ideally something with more of a community feel than their home at the … Continue reading
Each year, the Maine chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA Maine) shines a spotlight on the best architectural work from our state’s design community. From reimagined historical structures to brand-new builds that push the boundaries of sustainable living, … Continue reading
Nestled among the preserved forests and quiet waters of western Maine, the Wren Cabin is the latest addition to the Dala House portfolio, a collection of thoughtfully designed rental spaces by husband and wife Emily and Matt Delamater, a creative … Continue reading
From over one hundred submissions by members of the Union of Maine Visual Artists (UMVA), curator Carl Little selected 60 works for the group exhibition Washed Away, on view in the Lewis Gallery of the Portland Public Library. The paintings, … Continue reading
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