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A Kitchen Nestled Among Boulders

A wild cliff that appears to be made of massive floating boulders carpeted in ferns and moss is the setting for a camp that feels a century old. The design goal was to build a fireplace that would also enable … Continue reading

Sketching Kennebec Terrace

The residence, located in Bath, consists of three structures. The entrance, set between the garage and the guesthouse, is a covered bridge hovering above the grade to the upper level of the 1,000-square-foot main house (plus its 800-square-foot basement). As … Continue reading

On Point

This new home by ARQ Architects is sited on an existing clearing in the woods with views to a tidal harbor. The clients desired a straightforward but modern interpretation of traditional New England design. They also wanted durable, timeless materials … Continue reading

Nestled in the Trees

This is the story of a family that expanded from one generation to several, and of one house that became two. Situated on five acres along the shores of Pleasant Lake, a cozy vacation home first beckoned the owners to … Continue reading

Higher Ed

Harriman is currently working with Portland Public Schools on four renovation projects that are part of the “Building for our Future” (BFOF) program. BFOF is an initiative to renovate four of Portland’s oldest elementary schools: Lyseth Elementary School, Longfellow Elementary … Continue reading

Raised on Higgins Beach

This approximately 2,000-square-foot new home being designed by Kevin Browne Architecture will replace a very tired home that had been cobbled together over the years. The property is located on a dead end street in the heart of Higgins Beach … Continue reading

Good Bones

Phi Builders and Architects was recently given the unique opportunity to adapt a large commercial structure into a family-scaled private residence. Through demolition completed early in the design process, Phi was able to thoroughly investigate the existing building and explore … Continue reading

Little Ponds Residence

The home is composed of three structures situated on a wooded coastal site in Harpswell and takes its cues from the rugged coastline and the dense vegetation found on site. The property’s main structure is situated to take advantage of … Continue reading