Embracing Nordic Traditions

An unusual lakeside home in Western Maine is bursting with colorful surprises. Image subjects: exterior of shingle home dining room kids brightly colored

An unusual lakeside home in Western Maine is bursting with colorful surprises.
Image subjects: exterior of shingle home
dining room
kids brightly colored bedroom
sitting room
kitchen

By: Frank Andrews
and Galen Winter

Photography by: Sandy Agrafiotis

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