The driving idea behind this seasonal house is departure: from a ubiquitously connected life, from a typical experience of living, and from an assumed comfort. By rearranging and reinterpreting these elements, the resulting dwelling supports a heightened awareness of one’s … Continue reading →

A young family that has been camping on this small island for years is ready to build a permanent summer cottage where they can create new memories. It will be a seasonal home, but the structure must withstand harsh Maine … Continue reading →

Originally planned as a second-floor addition and renovation to an existing Cape-style house, this entirely new construction on piers boasts a nearly 360-degree view of the surrounding coastline. A focus on traditional, natural finishes drove the materials selection for both … Continue reading →

Nestled into the woods, this cottage is designed to capitalize on the site’s serene, natural landscape and water beyond. The clients, who have worked with Knickerbocker Group on three previous projects, will host their daughter’s wedding on the family site … Continue reading →

Set high along the northern ridge of Hanalei Valley, where the river enters the bay, this modestly sized lot posed contending opportunities and challenges. It is part of a high-end subdivision on Kauai’s North Shore. The client’s desire to create … Continue reading →

Surrounded by white birch, pine trees, and rolling topography, a quiet site offers filtered views of Lake Winnipesaukee’s rocky shore. Once home to the Abenaki people, Lake Winnipesaukee was named after its woven structure of water among islands. The site … Continue reading →

On over four and a half acres abutting a small lake in Maine, a family camp hosted decades of summer gatherings and long-distance reunions. But as friendships multiplied and new generations arrived, Kaplan Thompson Architects’ clients found they had outgrown … Continue reading →

Beachhead can signify high ground, a commanding view, and a state of mind. This home sits atop a coastal ledge with adjacent access to the shore and a commanding view of the Atlantic. Connections from inside the house to the … Continue reading →

For a Jessie Carroll Architect project in Cumberland, nothing says home like a porch. A porch is a timeless accessory with classic New England appeal. As a literal threshold to the landscape, it has the potential to add not only … Continue reading →