Simons Architects is proud to partner with the City of Westbrook on the redevelopment of Saccarappa Park at the corner of Main and Bridge Streets. Located in downtown Westbrook, adjacent to Saccarappa Falls on the Presumpscot River, the park site … Continue reading
In the mid-1970s, the clients’ father purchased a forested, five-acre family camp on the shores of Sebago Lake that included a seasonal log cabin built by the original owner. As the family grew and the camp became the go-to spot … Continue reading
This stand-alone utility structure is designed to provide a single-family primary residence with sustenance, including energy, water, and food security. The goal of the project is to investigate the intersection of bio-based materials and building science, with an overarching cyclical … Continue reading
The original home on this site was destroyed during the January 2024 storms despite being a seemingly safe distance away from the ocean. Given its extraordinary views and location on the midcoast, the clients wanted to rebuild but didn’t want … Continue reading
From the outset, the homeowners of Sylvan Hill envisioned a high-performance home rooted in Maine’s architectural vernacular, blending historic charm with modern sustainability. They hold a deep appreciation for summers spent outdoors, so the landscape design naturally became a central … Continue reading
Located in the charming fishing village of Port Clyde, the project aims to enlarge an existing 800-square-foot seaside cottage that was built in the 1930s. The addition will provide expanded living space while maximizing the panoramic views of the neighbor- … Continue reading
Designed for avid hikers who cherish the Mount Desert Island landscape, this home sits just steps from a favorite trailhead at the edge of Acadia National Park. Nestled against the site’s heart, a weathered granite outcrop, the residence embraces its … Continue reading
The timber frame structure forms a large central volume open across all floors that houses a pickleball court with upper mezzanines at each end of the barn. This layout required a narrow connector to facilitate circulation between the mezzanines. Made … Continue reading
Set on the site of a formerly neglected building adjacent to their current office and the popular Lil’s Cafe in Kittery Foreside, this new structure will serve as architecture and design firm Winter Holben’s new studio, a contemporary gallery, a … Continue reading
The densely wooded inland lot is untouched, offering a blank canvas for master planning. The site’s design includes two axes that maximize solar gain and assist in the distribution of spaces. To balance scale, the program is organized into smaller, … Continue reading
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