Island in Maine
House & Garden, July 2003
Description
Compound of summer cabins
Site
Top of a hill on an Island
Design
The main cabin and its outbuildings embody the simple life, with exposed studs and rafters. The outbuildings have no electricity or running water. Living here is a pure summer experience, close to nature. Simple but whimsical decorative elements add to the delight.
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