Although I love working on projects with Steve, I feel like our work is really enhanced when one of us collaborates with another designer. The house that Steve just completed in Maine is a perfect example. This Maine home and barn is a project that Steve designed with our client, Interior Designer Courtney Hollander.
On the outside it looks like a classic shingle style home that fits in perfectly in the Maine landscape.
Stone pillars flank the front entrance to the main home.
The interior of the home was inspired by contemporary Belgian design. Walls paneled in white oak add warmth to the rooms. Steve painted the painting above the fireplace during this visit.
It's such an inspiring landscape.
Courtney added color to the room through her rug selections. A pair of vintage French leather chairs and antiques found in the local antique stores bring so much character and warmth to the main living room.
On top of an old safe used as a side table sits a collection of vintage lawn bowling balls in a rustic bowl.
Leila chairs covered in a natural linen sit at each end of the dining table. Two neutral striped Nick chairs and an ottoman became as a perfect place to play chess.
The kitchen cabinets are made out of quarter sawn white oak. The stone behind the oven is Canadian soapstone. The counter tops are honed Absolut black granite.
Like all of the floors in the home, the floors in the kitchen are fumed white oak.
All of the cabinet hardware compliments the elegant custom stainless steel hood.
Four natural linen Harper chairs create a cozy seating area in the sunroom. For a pop of color, Courtney covered the chaise that Steve designed in a wonderful citrus green linen.
In each room Courtney found unique pieces to use as bedside tables, like this campaign table. The headboard is covered in woven linen accented with bronze studs.
Like the kitchen the counter tops in the laundry honed Absolut black granite.
The main house has a light two story entry. Other than the paneled walls, all of the walls are finished in California One Kote. Steve designed the iron lantern.
The simple iron railing compliments the lantern.
Two citrus green Nate chairs and an industrial table create a cozy reading nook on the landing under the antique barn beams.
Another view of those fantastic beams from the upstairs family room. Courtney covered the Nate sectional in a soft grey chenille.
I loved these vintage bathing suits so much that I bought some for the store. Aren't they fantastic!
With a view like that who could ever watch television?
Steve designed this lantern as well.
Courtney used a stack of vintage trunks in one of the kid's bedrooms. The bench that Steve designed sits at the end of the bed.
The window seat is surrounded by white oak cabinetry with leather pulls.
Pietra del Cardoza marble was used in this bathroom.
I love the color palette that Courtney chose for the master bedroom. I could imagine spending hours sitting in one of those chalky blue chairs looking out at the view.
I'm not sure how Courtney can expect anyone to get any work done looking out at the water.
Ah, the master bath!
With another jaw dropping view.
The landscape architect Bruce Riddell used boulders and natural elements to tie the house in with the landscape. He really did an amazing job.
Of course, Steve and Courtney could never have completed this project so beautifully if it wasn't for the amazing team that their general contractor Mike Hewes assembled.
I promise to post new pictures of the barn (it looks amazing) in the next couple of days. I am off to get ready for our art show this evening. Michael Abrams' artwork is amazing. Hope you can stop by!
xo
Brooke
Brooke! This house is breathtaking! Such a work of art.
Posted by: artfulife | October 23, 2009 at 05:57 PM
That was so great to see the tour! Thanks Brooke, Steve's designs are so beautiful. Love the lighting, so simple!
Posted by: Maria Killam | October 23, 2009 at 06:21 PM
your husband certainly does beautiful work. and that view!
Posted by: christian may | October 23, 2009 at 07:25 PM
Stunning home. Talented husband. (Love his art work) And love the landscaping.
Posted by: mimi | October 23, 2009 at 07:47 PM
Gorgeous classic home--I think I could move right in. But then again, they get a whole bunch of snow. Thanks for the tour.
Posted by: mary | October 23, 2009 at 09:35 PM
A beautiful house in a beautiful setting. Steve is amazing with detail.
Posted by: Pat's Addition | October 23, 2009 at 10:49 PM
Brooke
That painting of Steve's above the fireplace says it all- It marries the house to the landscape --it sets the mood for what you will find as you move from room to room,
Beautiful!
Joanny
Posted by: joanny | October 23, 2009 at 10:51 PM
Hi,
It's simple to say something about it: It's just beautiful. The landshape helps the house to be even more nice. And when will you tell us about the barn ?? :)
Have a wonderful weekend
xo
Anci
Posted by: Anci | October 23, 2009 at 10:52 PM
It's so interesting to see Steve's work on the other coast, and this home really fits in so beautifully with the landscape. Maine is a unique place- I always love the sign at the state line - "Maine, the way life should be" - this house proves that motto again and and again!
Posted by: Things That Inspire | October 24, 2009 at 03:23 AM
Wonderful results! I love the modern, comfortable simplicity, related to outdoors and the gorgeous landscape.
Adore all those upholtery pieces and choice of woods.
The bedroom is a dream come true!
Posted by: Victoria Zlotkowski | October 24, 2009 at 05:36 AM
structural materials are very well pulled together ....love the marble, the honed granite, the white oak...the leather pulls!!
i love everything about this home!! so relaxing!
kathy
Posted by: Kathy Wommack | October 24, 2009 at 07:11 AM
do the floors have any finish ...sealer, wax?
Posted by: Kathy Wommack | October 24, 2009 at 07:12 AM
wow - stunning! The house fits so well into the Maine setting. Love the room w/the four chairs & citrus green chaise. Could spend a whole day there just looking out the window.
Posted by: my notting hill | October 24, 2009 at 07:58 AM
Love, love, love....the scenery, the painting {and the inspiration!}, those vintage swim suits {I know where those came from *wink*wink*}, the cleans lines, the sunroom the beams....take a bow! Y'all did a beautiful job!!!
Posted by: CC | October 24, 2009 at 08:27 AM
Beautiful! Are those your Courtney sofas in the main living room?
Posted by: Sheri | October 24, 2009 at 08:43 AM
Dear Brooke,
Steve has a great sense of proportion and he fits the house into the landscape so well.
Did you go to Maine with him at all when he was doing the project???
I use to go to Maine every summer mid-coast Blue Hill, Deer Island when I lived in Connecticut.
I am looking now to buy there for a summer place while I await my kids final years in school here in New Mexico. I would love to perhaps to talk to you and Steve when that happens.
xxoo
Melissa
Posted by: melissa lee | October 24, 2009 at 09:29 AM
Brooke,
Love,love,love,....the house! And the chairs in the sitting room, the master bedroom, the lighting,the bath suits,....
BEAUTIFUL!!!
Greet
Posted by: Greet | October 24, 2009 at 01:16 PM
This is a gorgeous home. I love all the natural wood details and the exterior is quintessential Maine.
Posted by: Caroline | October 24, 2009 at 03:33 PM
Gorgeous home. As usual, so sophisticated with unexpected use of materials, finishes, accents and details. But at the same time so very inviting, comfortable, and uplifting. (kind of descibes Steve's painting, too, does it not?)Love it ... :)
Posted by: Michael Eye | October 24, 2009 at 04:15 PM
Brooke, the house and the location is just gorgeous.
Beautiful.
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Posted by: viera | October 24, 2009 at 04:57 PM
Hi Kathy.
At first the floors weren't sealed, and it was a nightmare.
They have since been sealed with a matte finish sealer.
I'm not sure what they used. I'll ask Steve to look into it.
xo
Brooke
Posted by: velvet and linen | October 24, 2009 at 05:24 PM
Hi Sherri.
Yes, those are the Courtney sofas!
xo
Brooke
Posted by: velvet and linen | October 24, 2009 at 05:24 PM
That is a beautiful and graceful home...sooo many "favorite" pieces!
Wonderful
Posted by: Linda@limeintheCoconut | October 24, 2009 at 05:36 PM
Beautiful!! I love the master bedroom... and the exterior... ok, all of it!!
Posted by: nest egg | October 24, 2009 at 06:01 PM
Hi Melissa.
I still haven't made it to Blue Hill.
Too many kids' activities etc....
It's not easy to get there from L.A.
It really seems to take the whole day.
I'm hoping that we can plan a family visit.
I think the kids would really enjoy it.
xo
Brooke
Posted by: velvet and linen | October 24, 2009 at 07:06 PM
Brooke - congratulate Steve - it's so fantastic!!!
my favorite? the two antique leather chairs and your white sofas - i love that room and the decor - it is so fabulous. those chairs are to die for.
Really impressive - not surprising because Steve is so talented, I've come to expect nothing less from him!!!!
Posted by: Joni Webb | October 24, 2009 at 11:07 PM
great vintage safe with the two leather chairs, have not seen that before!
Posted by: Hudson Goods | October 25, 2009 at 01:44 PM
Love the juxtaposition between the traditional style of the home, with the fabulously modern finishes... mixed with all the personality of the interiors. What a treat to explore. Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Megan | October 25, 2009 at 09:50 PM
Well, the whole house makes me gasp...and Steve's artwork and sketches as well! But what caught my eye was the amazing millwork and that whale sculpture on the island! Wow.
How great to work with such amazing clients!!!
Best,
Michelle
Posted by: michelle | October 26, 2009 at 08:56 AM
Hi Brooke,
Wow! this is lovely, truly. All the detail and planning that went into this home is amazing. I love all the wood floors and the exposed beans and the clean simple lines of the staircase, the quite and peaceful feeling it has about it. Your husband is a very gifted architect. I think the home is a dream and who ever lives in it is very blessed. I have enjoyed viewing this lovely home.
Have a wonderful day,
Elizabeth
Posted by: Elizabeth Marchus | October 26, 2009 at 12:55 PM
Gorgeous, every line, every fold in the upholstery, every light fixture, the granite, the Canadian soap stone, the range hood. Simply perfect. Hugs, Cindy S.
Posted by: Cindy S. | October 26, 2009 at 08:27 PM
Brooke--
Thank you for sharing this incredible project. It's the perfect blend in my opinion. Steve is so multi-talented. When you first showed us pictures of this project a while back I noticed the beautiful image of the landscape/reflections. Steve did an incredible job of putting it on canvas. Does he ever sleep??? Do you???
Your furnishings look amazing in this house. Bravo.
Jan from Vancouver
Posted by: Jan MacMillan | October 27, 2009 at 09:04 AM
Love the house...so perfect for the Maine landscape. I have been spending time in Maine for the past 20 years, summers, winters...burried in snow. Would love to curl up in one of the sofa on a stormy day...
Posted by: Francine Gardner | October 28, 2009 at 05:38 AM
Love the house. What faucets were used - especially in the kitchen? Also is the range hood custom?
Thanks!
Posted by: Pam | November 18, 2009 at 03:30 PM