American architect Gil Schafer III is known for his keen ability to mix the traditional with the new, despite, as he jokes, being “deeply allergic to the trendy.” In Home at Last: Enduring Design for the New American House (Rizzoli, … Continue reading
A thorough study of views, sight lines, and spatial adjacencies provides this Peaks Island house with striking views of Casco Bay from nearly every space. The house prudently takes advantage of southern exposure and passive solar design concepts. The central … Continue reading
At the entrance to Donald Moffett’s newest sculptural installation, NATURE CULT, SEEDED, is a signpost in playground chartreuse, stood up in a weathered watering can, with the notice “Vacancy” spelled out in twigs painted so heavily they’re more plastic than … Continue reading
SATURDAY9 a.m. We start our Boothbay adventure (and my husband’s birthday weekend) with a short walk through Ocean Point Preserve, part of the Boothbay Region Land Trust. The milelong Norman Van Horn Trail takes us through a wooded coniferous forest … Continue reading
A few winters ago, at the time of year when whipping winds send ice crystals into every crevasse, from keyholes to tree bark, a gentleman appeared at a site on the southern coast of Maine, the location of his future … Continue reading
*Names have been changed to protect the clients’ anonymity. It was easy, explains Mary Bridger, for the extended family to gather at a rental home when the kids were young, and the grandkids nonexistent. “We started coming to Maine around … Continue reading
When a New York couple decided to move to Maine in 2019, they dreamed of building a home exactly suited to their family. They had spent nearly 25 years making spaces their own in Manhattan and East Hampton, as well … Continue reading
This summer, refresh your living space. A new rug adds comfort and style to any space, both inside and out. Many interior designers consider rugs to be the foundations of their design process. They can be pricey and take a … Continue reading
Whether you prefer the coastline, the pool, or the lakeside when the weather heats up, summer in Maine is an experience unlike any other. Prepare yourself (and your backyard) for al fresco dining, casual conversations by the fire pit, and … Continue reading
Anyone with a background in design will tell you that layering light is essential when planning out a room. Effectively combining the big three—ambient, task, and accent lighting—creates depth and dimension, giving your home a balanced feel without harsh glares … Continue reading
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