Few locales conjure up more summer fantasies than idyllic Maine. In Houses of Maine: Elliott + Elliott Architecture, a book released by Princeton Architectural Press this month, the Pine Tree State takes the spotlight in a tour of some of the gorgeous homes that dot the coastline.
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This home is a three-in-one special, featuring a main house, a barn, and an artist's studio. When the owners get tired of being indoors, they can lounge on the meadow that slopes down to the shoreline.
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This airy living space has a minimalist, rustic look on the inside punctuated by a traditional exterior.
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An open kitchen plan provides plenty of room for experimentation by the budding cook.
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This “House on an Island” utilizes the southern sun and the sloping land to take advantage of the best winter and summer weather.
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There's no such thing as too many windows when your view looks like this.
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The “House on the Neck” sits on the Blue Hill Bay surrounded by a forest of oak, birch, and fir trees.
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Wood is used both inside and out to create a natural feeling.
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Called the “Shadow House,” this home’s simplistic structure diverts attention to its gorgeous surroundings.
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This set of three connecting summer cottages was inspired by the fishing shacks that dot the nearby wharves.
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Sleek wood and brightly colored furniture give the connected cottages a modern, cozy feel.
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Designed as a twist on the classic Cape Cod home, the “House on Casco Bay” combines modern touches of glass, wood, and stone walls.
The more, the merrier when it comes to natural light. Skylights brighten up the top floor of this house.
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It’s easy to take full advantage of the gorgeous Maine landscape with these floor-to-ceiling windows.
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