Where did the idea for Dead Writers originate? I came up with the idea for the show after I’d spent several years trying to save the Harriet Beecher Stowe House in Brunswick. I met so many interesting people and came … Continue reading →

What was the inspiration for the Longfellow Hotel’s design and aesthetic? The Longfellow is named for Portland native Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, whose poems were inspired by the wild, untamed beauty of the New England coast. Much like the poet’s enduring … Continue reading →

Of the almost 4,000 islands in Maine, just 300 were ultimately settled, and of those, 100 eventually became year-round communities, a number that has dwindled to just 15 today. “A place is always richer when families are being raised there,” … Continue reading →

Discipline by Debra Spark Four Way Books Debra Spark’s latest novel weaves together three storylines that illustrate how art connects and transforms those who encounter it. “This novel was inspired, in no small part, by writing for Maine Home+Design for … Continue reading →

How did you become a professional organizer? I grew up in a household that didn’t prioritize organization, so it wasn’t something that felt important until I moved out on my own; as I got older, I realized that my habits … Continue reading →

What goes into pairing fine art with architecture? The whole process is about discovery, so the architecture and style preferences of a client are such a great starting point. They’ve already made these really informative decisions, like the architecture of … Continue reading →

When selecting paint for your home, how glossy should you go? Higher gloss paint is more durable, easier to clean, and shows more detail. It’s often used for front doors, specialty mill packs, custom woodwork, and staircase handrails. If you … Continue reading →

More than a decade after opening Rococo, a handcrafted ice cream shop that specializes in unique flavors inspired by her world travels, founder Lauren Guptill decided it was time to expand her brand. Guptill approached Woodhull in January to design … Continue reading →

The new book Uncommon Kitchens: A Revolutionary Approach to the Most Popular Room in the House (Abrams, 2023) is filled with inspiring advice and up-to-the-minute projects from top creators, designers, and innovators. And did we mention that author Sophie Donelson’s … Continue reading →

The Ugly History of Beautiful Things by Katy Kelleher Simon & Schuster MH+D’s longtime writer Katy Kelleher’s debut collection of essays examines the darkness behind beauty. Humans are drawn to things that shimmer in the light, feel smooth to the touch, … Continue reading →