Explore Quintessential Maine Cottages
Author Kathleen Hackett, photographer Maura McEvoy and stylist Basha Burwell continue to visit and document the most quintessential Maine cottages in this sequel to The Maine House.
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Renovation
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A Hidden She Shed
When your home is also your workspace it can be challenging to create an aesthetically pleasing balance between the two while making it function optimally. Jenny Williamson, chief creative officer at West Rose Design, found a way to be productive at home while having her own cozy corner to do it from. As a wife and mother of two little humans and a golden retriever, it was a necessity. In two months, Jenny was able to create a room that connects to her master bedroom and features beautiful décor, thriving plants and an exercise area.
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The Mallard House
While the terms “family compound” and “new build” don’t always go together, in the case of this North Carolina home, affectionately known as The Mallard House, they do. “They had this acreage in the family for generations and lived in a different home on the property for years while they schemed on this one,” says interior designer Kate Haynes of Noble Studio. With adult children and several grandchildren, Allen and Lorie, who split their time between a few residences, were looking to create a special place for the whole family to enjoy.
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A Colorful and Quirky 1930 Tudor Home
Once upon a time, an imaginative and quirky couple named Megan and Austin met and fell in love at Dragon-Con, a sci-fi event. They ended up purchasing a 1930s Tudor home together in Georgia’s East Atlanta Village, a neighborhood that’s as quirky as they are and is known for its music scene, coffee shops and unique restaurants. But while the home was in the perfect location and full of history, it simply didn’t fit the couples’ magical personalities.
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Spanish Bungalow by the Sea
Picture this: A 1926 bungalow in a coastal town in California with a charming 1,200 square feet and Spanish-style architecture. But it’s boring and outdated, with dark brown accents and an overall austere air. Two years and a major renovation later, this home now has the charming, oceanside cottage feel Beth loves.
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Products for Your Own Dream Cottage
Our Project House Utah sponsors are bountiful resources for achieving a cozy yet sophisticated dream cottage ambience in your home.
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A Warm Texas Welcome
The plan for our Project House Austin exterior is full of classic English cottage charm and architectural details that add character, while modern touches root it firmly in the present.…
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Bringing Color to the Kitchen
One couple and a designer succeed in bringing color to the kitchen. See the charming results in this light, bright and unique kitchen.
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Welcome Home: The Final Reveal of Project House Utah
Join us as we tour our much-anticipated speculative build in Utah and take in the breathtaking architectural and design elements, touches of charm and whimsy, and abundance of warmth.
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Pantry Perfection in Project House Utah
The kitchen is truly the heart of the home, and Project House Utah’s kitchen, featuring this stunning pantry, serves as both a functional and stylish space anyone would be delighted to work in.
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