With a shared appreciation for history and craft, the homeowners—an artist and a furniture maker—approached the renovation with both reverence and vision. The original bay window, an iconic feature, was carefully removed, restored offsite, and returned to its rightful place. A Monson slate roof—salvaged from a Massachusetts church—further echoes the home’s past, anchoring the aesthetic in time.
Underneath the traditional envelope lies a double-walled brick structure and an entirely modern interior, shaped collaboratively by Heidi Gerquest Designs and Simons Architects. The homeowners’ touch is evident throughout—from the handcrafted kitchen cabinetry and entry bench to the custom waterfall stairway and front door.
From the street, the view back to The Carriage House is striking—elegant, solid, and quietly commanding. But it’s the fine details that define this home: the craftsmanship, the clarity of vision, and the deeply personal imprint of its owners. Built to reflect a love of art, material, and Maine’s layered history, this project turns a forgotten structure into a lasting legacy.
