Lauren Rosenberg on Her Perfect Maine Day and Design Philosophy

From her love of natural materials to her modernist roots, the LR/ARC principal creates architecture deeply connected to people and place.

Lauren Rosenberg
Photo: Erin Little
What would be your perfect Maine day?


A perfect day for me is when I’m unplugged, with a sprinkle of spontaneity. Exploring Maine leads you to magical places—whether it’s a moss-covered forest, a quiet dip at a secluded beach, or a trip to Monhegan Island. With, of course, a stop for coffee and a stationery store along the way.

How would you describe your aesthetic in three words?

Thoughtful, rigorous, cohesive.

Your biggest design influence?

California modernism—particularly the works of Richard Neutra and Rudolph Schindler.

Architectural element that’s worth the splurge?

Natural materials. All. Day. Long.

How would you describe your creative philosophy?

Centered on designing spaces that are deeply connected to the people who inhabit them and the environments they occupy. I approach each project with an emphasis on human scale, creating spaces that are both intimate and expansive. I work with a limited palette of natural materials, emphasizing the flow of light and the experience of movement through space.

One piece of furniture, art, or decor in your space that tells a story?

I have had the Case Study House book since my first semester in architecture school. The book is a symbol of ideals that continue to inspire me; I often find myself getting lost in it.

Case Study Houses Book Cover

One item you believe everyone should own?

A great pen.

OHTO Pen

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