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From architectural marvels to cozy, character-filled camps and cottages, captivating stories about Maine homes, gardens, architecture, and design.

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Upstairs, Downstairs on MDI

Writing from her job as a maid in a grand estate with a colorful caretaker, an author finds fresh purpose.
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Four Repurposed Churches You Can Dine (Or Imbibe) In

A Portland bar is the latest in a string of venues to open in historic former churches.
The board-and-batten pine siding on Hannah and Aja DiGirolamo’s Camden home came from their property.
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A Top Priority For Their New Home: No Closets

A streamlined new build anchors a seafaring couple in Camden.
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Shop This Camden Painter’s New Textile Line

Antonia Munroe's botanical prints are inspired by ancient motifs and dying techniques.
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Local Goods to Dye For

Evoking peace, love, and sixties’ sunny idealism, tie-dye and its ilk are a balm we can get behind.
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Punch Up Your Powder Room

Since Victorian baths began rocking wallpaper, it’s been a powerful way to energize a tight space. Here, local designers provide fresh takes on a classic pairing.
the Longley House, also known as The Elms, in Westbrook, Maine
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This Spectacularly Detailed Queen Anne Was Once Corporate Housing

And its owner a notably benevolent boss.
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Hooks, Handles, and Knobs — Made Here!

Whether you’re updating cabinets, in the market for a curtain flourish, or looking to maximize wall space, consider Maine your hardware store.
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Five Minutes With Avril Williams

The Portland potter/yoga teacher/world traveler on making art on the go, backpack-friendly souvenirs, and furnishing her apartment for $100.
Danielle Filosa sits in her rustic kitchen
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The Priciest Item in Her House Cost $100

A vintage dealer trades Hollywood for a New Harbor home filled with unusual finds.
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Meet Maine’s Off-Grid Influencers

With videos on woodpiles, composting toilets, and canned moose meat, a Solon couple finds TikTok fame.
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Handcrafted Vintage Carpets Land in Freeport

A couple’s new shop brings rich Turkish rug-weaving traditions to Maine.
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