Schools are at the heart of what make communities thrive and prosper. The Harriman Pre K–12 Education Studio works closely with educators and communities across northern New England to cultivate learning through inspiring environments built on emerging best practices in … Continue reading →

This new gambrel shingle-style house, nestled in a cove looking out toward Little Deer Isle over Eggemoggin Reach, is infused with Downeast charm. The large cottage windows, diamond-patterned stained glass, and expansive trifold glass doors are just a few features … Continue reading →

When Woodhull first met with the clients, they said, “Be bold!” After the first design meeting, they told the architects, “Be bolder!” The Woodhull team took them at their word. The sloping site along the rocky coast of Cutler offers … Continue reading →

Settled into the rolling landscape of North Haven, this design is for a compact dwelling where one can soak in the ever-changing view of the rugged coastline. The architecture is intended to sit quietly, letting the landscape be the most … Continue reading →

A sandy dirt road winding through a magical little forest on the coast brings visitors to the property. Glimpses of Casco Bay appear, then the site opens up, presenting nearly 180-degree views of the water. The house has an extensive … Continue reading →

This 1,800-square-foot home is nestled at the base of Mount Abram. It is being built as a vacation home for a Maine couple who are avid skiers and mountain bikers. The clients’ two main goals for the design were to … Continue reading →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →