Maine Coastal Gem!

<div align="center"><span style="COLOR: rgb(0,0,238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline" class="Apple-style-span"><span style="color:#000000;"></span><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569453708753379234" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbvICdqk5ulspn39whDBu8XCHOCXCi_5ZMTkBmUpptK43exYljKTejGfk-aW_77LewOYAKBnsSPVl42BchkoK7W5oxQfnUv48JF7AENGIPFL0aP05byb-spBR59bg2DDLdmUc4b-ikyQmR/s400/DSC_5919064432.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 268px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: pointer" /></span></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;"><span style="font-size:130%;">My friend, the talented interior photographer, Jamie Salomon of </span><a href="http://www.salomonphoto.com/Home.html"><span style="font-size:130%;">James R. Salomon Photography</span></a><span style="font-size:130%;">, shared this fabulous home in Bar Harbor, Maine with me recently. He was kind enough to let me provide you a private tour . </span></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><br /></div></span></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLnMIOfDPP_ASyedOR9CqvF1goABaKec4WWVtubX7EjM0bdlTrHStZjW010x1iFWkQyN1ALGtFlMtDcqdwcifn2NhWSZmKZHlAkWLXpAegeJ4L74EhsPNFrZizaTgyg7h3ra_oonJ71MN7/s1600/DSC_5929.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><span style="font-family:times new roman;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569454271252321986" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLnMIOfDPP_ASyedOR9CqvF1goABaKec4WWVtubX7EjM0bdlTrHStZjW010x1iFWkQyN1ALGtFlMtDcqdwcifn2NhWSZmKZHlAkWLXpAegeJ4L74EhsPNFrZizaTgyg7h3ra_oonJ71MN7/s400/DSC_5929.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 268px; CURSOR: hand" /> </span><p align="center"></span></a><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">The owners of this gorgeous historical home on the water wanted to do a renovation. </span><span style="font-family:times new roman;"><span style="COLOR: rgb(0,0,238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline" class="Apple-style-span"></p><span style="font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569454274925804082" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif9jj3AQzMDm-zYTfX08fXYby-Tk1407kW6EJNLqOO-Q2xrslV9ptV7m2sLyKfH-TNQFwXl8ML2QwYaQc98EZjFTTmS1R1iX0Tz_U4-ix3_8WrhmKKg3c2ip8u284Rg_-AzmHt9Mn-bnm3/s400/DSC_5947.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 268px; CURSOR: pointer" /></span></span><span style="font-size:130%;"><br /></span></span><div align="center"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000ee;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:times new roman;color:#000000;"><span style="font-size:130%;">You can see how much character the home has and they wanted to keep that feeling so they called upon Anthony Barnes of </span><a href="http://www.barnesvanze.com/html/newsite2010/cat_overview.html"><span style="font-size:130%;">Barnes Vanze Architects </span></a><span style="font-size:130%;">to help design their renovation. Let's have a look:</span></span></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbvICdqk5ulspn39whDBu8XCHOCXCi_5ZMTkBmUpptK43exYljKTejGfk-aW_77LewOYAKBnsSPVl42BchkoK7W5oxQfnUv48JF7AENGIPFL0aP05byb-spBR59bg2DDLdmUc4b-ikyQmR/s1600/DSC_5919064432.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569453708753379234" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbvICdqk5ulspn39whDBu8XCHOCXCi_5ZMTkBmUpptK43exYljKTejGfk-aW_77LewOYAKBnsSPVl42BchkoK7W5oxQfnUv48JF7AENGIPFL0aP05byb-spBR59bg2DDLdmUc4b-ikyQmR/s400/DSC_5919064432.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 268px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /></span></a><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"> The Entry Hall is a lovely of mix of old and new. Notice the stone arches which lead into the Dining Room. I like the choice of the wood and white paint on the staircase.<br /></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWzERDk2aGfOsQBSjv6xk55OvUVHApzpXe6S7Czy-s33Wg36JewjjOMPkw1mXiK8WbFmh3aj21YdfbVNgjXHOTPZna_slu6GLrxbe2fJersTwguIRpUSKQ5mIyp0HYHinpWMibcC7vdF2v/s1600/Jamie1.jpg"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569088022295156738" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWzERDk2aGfOsQBSjv6xk55OvUVHApzpXe6S7Czy-s33Wg36JewjjOMPkw1mXiK8WbFmh3aj21YdfbVNgjXHOTPZna_slu6GLrxbe2fJersTwguIRpUSKQ5mIyp0HYHinpWMibcC7vdF2v/s400/Jamie1.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 268px; CURSOR: pointer" /></span></a></div><div align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-family:times new roman;">The Dining Room is just beautiful. Notice how the granite stone of the archway is echoed in the stone fireplace. Also notice the detailing in this room. I love the wood arched doorway and the built in; they both also echo the stone archway. Peeking further you can see the stunning wood and marble Butler's Pantry.</span><br /></span></div><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjqTgC8fRoKUcEuYK07rThVY2ZwOKpDDg37_sLkOdhxJbt33wM5XKmqcP05SC5MfGB-N65IBlefzXB3U5PBphAM3evaU9zYi21qHPheJiDZKq3HJ_Cn4usOltk_IS5YEdSkT_t7UzlZqxq/s1600/Jamie5.jpg"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569086827072897346" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjqTgC8fRoKUcEuYK07rThVY2ZwOKpDDg37_sLkOdhxJbt33wM5XKmqcP05SC5MfGB-N65IBlefzXB3U5PBphAM3evaU9zYi21qHPheJiDZKq3HJ_Cn4usOltk_IS5YEdSkT_t7UzlZqxq/s400/Jamie5.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 327px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: pointer" /></span></a><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-family:times new roman;"> Also notice the coffered ceilings which add an additional layer of detail - the ceilings are very high, so it also brings them down a bit - I also love the turned wood chandelier.</span><br /></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTHne3ClhZgGyUDXd97VH86F4NGLon-rxleqMkFJM1zNU8dm-5O39rxsst1nB0Pxk3rMcw2w2Ymv7O3jtKhxcEuzCWvQt2KICnhwPIDCTpr2evU-abYqpMX463o5g5gg1uQAcGUMVKKKpH/s1600/DSC_5833064310.jpg"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569453709680513522" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTHne3ClhZgGyUDXd97VH86F4NGLon-rxleqMkFJM1zNU8dm-5O39rxsst1nB0Pxk3rMcw2w2Ymv7O3jtKhxcEuzCWvQt2KICnhwPIDCTpr2evU-abYqpMX463o5g5gg1uQAcGUMVKKKpH/s400/DSC_5833064310.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 272px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: pointer" /></span></a></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">Here is a close up of the Butler's Pantry area. It is interesting to me that french doors open up right beside it. I think this is a great idea, and a very thoughtful part of the design, to have access to the Pantry for entertaining indoors and out. Great architects always think ahead!</span><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><br /></span></div><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="COLOR: rgb(0,0,238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underlinefont-family:times new roman;" class="Apple-style-span" ><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569088028271297554" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhScDTmtf8j13Uo0tylpWQT87zHhhCXR3cs5ufMQey2jloQFeSW-nOT8sgg0eIp8ZJZV5kDkSYVfwB47W1Mi_wQRF0bBOyM2L-zTkCEI2HtiroeHnMxN2E_GmfdHrNl_KXibg8PKwOwpRMw/s400/Jamie7.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 268px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: pointer" /></span> </span><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">Moving to the Kitchen we see more period style details incorporated like this charming oval window over the sink.</span></div><div align="center"></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:130%;"></span><span style="COLOR: rgb(0,0,238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline" class="Apple-style-span"><span style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline;font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;" class="Apple-style-span" ><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569086830272149490" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhChqUPJ6EqB9RuPNeeaSg1yoRXyqn1xnCN4qI4fKWixiy0PEVPDokSn24zNVHg0NglHBeVp2LVMf58iQxtS6tFaebPdJamD6pJLdh_T2_RNV81-CHgiPBx1fELFf_rEwix83mhbdiEBwQd/s400/Jamiie4.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 339px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: pointer" /></span></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">Pulling back and getting a larger view of the kitchen you can see how every inch of space was utilized including under the stairs. Also notice the stone work and the transition of stone to plaster up the staircase. I love this effect and how it cleverly solves the design problem - so you don't harshly have stone butted up against plaster.<br /></span></div><span style="COLOR: rgb(0,0,238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline" class="Apple-style-span"><span style="COLOR: rgb(0,0,0)" class="Apple-style-span"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZ_fqmULDI8gLE9nazQMF4874ZoNWfxiCXq5GQuPK-vKxWLO7ywWGuyZWkqHrB-aNg1-koGU1eNi9-Q_TKr7stWqxZ_SKqraZ_THUi8BuT6_rFhTwfMTpYXXbHCDEtyVCMVHJcm0BqL0O0/s1600/Jamie3.jpg"><span style="font-family:times new roman;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569086409504326034" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZ_fqmULDI8gLE9nazQMF4874ZoNWfxiCXq5GQuPK-vKxWLO7ywWGuyZWkqHrB-aNg1-koGU1eNi9-Q_TKr7stWqxZ_SKqraZ_THUi8BuT6_rFhTwfMTpYXXbHCDEtyVCMVHJcm0BqL0O0/s400/Jamie3.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 268px; CURSOR: pointer" /> </span><p align="center"></span></a><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">Another kitchen view where you can see an antique fireback incorporated into the white subway tile behind the stove. Wonderful combinations of old and new!</span></span></span></p><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="COLOR: rgb(0,0,238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underlinefont-family:times new roman;" class="Apple-style-span" ><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569454929410651282" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu-oqVq6TM4qjXEsl6qmyWV6qh2Hcii-YuQWo3uiecoeMSR7KAK_sCvTXwaGNz_B39lDSkaoP1Gdl6cI5M5ugeaZb4WH-TI-BmmQFa1GJTeS2VhUYs7mIi_4-7n5zWqpsVzVoq4dssKQ5w/s400/DSC_5905water060441.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 306px; CURSOR: pointer" /></span><br /></span><div align="center"><span style="font-size:130%;">The family room captures the views of the water at every turn. You can only see a bit of the fireplace, but it is also the same granite stone we have been seeing in other parts of the house. Perfect coastal decor with antiques, sisal rugs and slipcovers. Notice the ceiling detail - love it!<br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000ee;"><br /><br /><p align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;"></span></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhu4nuUKgO814ic6zug8lYdRe5AKOrVhAE9hC4VAKG9Dcneb2VBIPUeTuBBQTI-D1atcyB7MvtQyy3HY3SIkIweCkW7ThEPt4ebz3p8cUb1ny1HJFc0c3dMYYrLhxqE0NcI3U8HdbGQ3xvP/s1600/DSC_5967060907.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569453694238163618" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhu4nuUKgO814ic6zug8lYdRe5AKOrVhAE9hC4VAKG9Dcneb2VBIPUeTuBBQTI-D1atcyB7MvtQyy3HY3SIkIweCkW7ThEPt4ebz3p8cUb1ny1HJFc0c3dMYYrLhxqE0NcI3U8HdbGQ3xvP/s400/DSC_5967060907.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 268px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /></span></a><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"> Finally a perfect tub for a perfect retreat - Isn't this a beautiful home in Maine??</span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;"><span style="font-size:130%;">To learn more about Barnes Vanze Archietects click <a href="http://www.barnesvanze.com/html/newsite2010/cat_overview.html">HERE</a></span></span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;"><span style="font-size:130%;">For more inspiring interiors photographed by James R. Salomon Photography click <a href="http://www.salomonphoto.com/Home.html">HERE.</a></span></span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;"><span style="font-size:78%;">(All photos <a href="http://www.salomonphoto.com/Home.html">Jame R. Salomon Photography </a>and not to be copied with permission)</span></span></p>

Maine Coastal Gem!

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A Maine Coastal Jewel By Linda Banks

<div align="center"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512447202841336418" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyMe4NUnDFZPUoaiOSMgkIfZGdko-15yIMwp2Zyi04aAhm2FSBqdha2wr0iRvbxu_RYW7zV5IKfa56Gc3kKJ0IkjciJfZefAVEm1QVGBuSEvDgnUDaf5wcWagIF4fqfd0xpliFUBuy719F/s400/_F106479.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 267px; CURSOR: pointer" /></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">Designer and architect, Linda Banks, has been creating some of my favorite coastal homes for many years. She just sent on to me one of her recently completed projects to share with you. Once again Linda has created a wonderful ocean oasis for her clients in Maine. <img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512446885442353522" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9HTlqpHgz_MJIPa1f2TEzCVrzkFwPdAFn1-FJcYVpZGpBo4eytBngwmc3TYLtr2uDXtWniGsUNEEKmxD-0RbtiRlp-OC9ltb-5MTzE6a4OHSEMAcrYaDT824mJSZ_zZKW19PunV_52jb9/s400/_F106835-3.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 221px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 360px; CURSOR: pointer" /></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">On a spectacular property on the coast of Maine, Linda worked with her clients to create a shingled styled home from a new construction design. The goal was to create a casual feeling in a formal plan, but still retain the warmth and history of historic home. As such the home is filled with Linda's distinct attention to detail, including the client's antiques and collections, as well as nautical references of boats, fish and seashells, indigenous to the Maine coast. </span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512446905586421778" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjANL1CXlM7AUu5J72teq9fpEunBsrLeGCF3RS80-tH8Uj1IuDoD87famWFOJ-b3PDUjAV-MyTByeXm_ISiP32_GTDbN5YLYcFMjT7eF5f4v9z0Gk9fRJ14Eb55-E_Gqfuo7CTnsFVFk48B/s400/_F106762.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 234px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 360px; CURSOR: pointer" /></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">The entryway above is a wonderful example of how Linda created the sense of history and age. The 24 foot hand hooked rug was custom designed with ships, lighthouses and other local references of Maine, sure to become a family heirloom. The bamboo bench is a beautiful reproduction and looks gorgeous with the framed hand tinted vintage map of the area.</span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512446876485400242" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiA2q7h2pzX3yfZlEwN6FHacIkdUuvJzAiKNxZmopNkf16BFr2kybdl_MGXm5TKXeQGbZEs9J_nElBe85ujFiUSmTLxh_JN6JLOopizx6QaWqj-CR8G-vUUrer-xHxx_h1uR5bOptus2Hhk/s400/_F106864-2.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 239px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 360px; CURSOR: pointer" /></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">The mudroom above provides a thoughtful location to keep everything in its place. With so many children and friends visiting the second home, this allows a wonderful spot for organization.</span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512447163210541122" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCWaqNTYquoJHXCuvwLqbfJJP5gNUdLYo9Tpgm8-Ow4jIyEA-ZGb7KEf_iY1aI2jvUIczgglYmYaUAnWyBj2Ro6ociVuQr41JAJdgygIqwFnk3tTRB8BOLT-XgM81jlgEqUzYhv1N7vCie/s400/_F106691.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 249px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 360px; CURSOR: pointer" /></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">The dining and kitchen area above are designed in the classic New England tradition with white cabinets and blue/black granite counters. Wonderful slate floors, and butlers chairs create the perfect compliment of old and new. <img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512446921831281746" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOjqHS2I3tl7-Jqw5sG-WMubD2-VPsWPAXZ4A3WXsYBYvly1oWIV7N9EIkOyJMaJ6PM6i7lrqNrgDhZ2VRgG-wAa-30NiV-XMZkshUxyT8-Xdg-DKkQE1ZpxuS1sNqSEfLsA4tiRdFz1Zm/s400/_F106726-2.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 239px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 360px; CURSOR: pointer" /></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">The living room is the most formal room in the house. Linda used a beautiful palette of whites and creams and several classic pieces from Hickory Chair. Chairs are slip covered in Belgian Linen and the hand hooked rug was custom designed. The painting is by Stephen Bach.</span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512447180114088338" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFWNDjoF51x6tqFQerQprOmnYi2D5jPCRvCKf5qhi9_1GL9dPGnKO-xj3XSK10Sl1_-c-GacO_Witg2ePtVD71dEi8HihDDEz_ps_zFsnNqjC-yXUObu9UW-52mVlTPituQPISxUKQQdTC/s400/_F106603.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 263px; CURSOR: pointer" /></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">The octagonal family room is part of a three level octagonal wing which captures the incredible ocean views . Above this room is the master bedroom, and above that is the client's home office which you will see in the photos below. Lovely shades of blue enhance the ocean views.</span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512447168224611922" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3tMBxQeylOkc6o7nttC_4W03v9T-OAunrRamSwOuHSmkDKgOCS_968lC_Ta4cAGZR_GNjhgbNYjza3V9aXAtWaOG6tDKqZx59fqNGKp4xK_oPzKoGBasPO_AxLhNQMjlKKZhId43ea_jY/s400/_F106637.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 266px; CURSOR: pointer" /></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">The master bedroom continues the soothing soft palette of gray blues, creams and whites.<img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512447184424512402" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikPHJNgKPFCwMThORMoY5bsUSKN39n8pUVQ-a1Te3KORYfYYGoNI-72OOPmqX99Am4sRyA9myI2SwrwdnimwiRN2_LYDNaagR5Fmi3ml_g0BZy4W2J1CNf24j3tJeYv-DZC5XCY83YZXiJ/s400/_F106565.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 266px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 360px; CURSOR: pointer" /></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">The attic office provides the most spectacular views. Created to mimic the inside of a sailing yacht all the furniture is built in. Notice the beautiful ceilings.</span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512448153609573474" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQQsm3Jq86-5pH_ErZwDdSdhohHkhLc-PMXJSBp_d7OQpqwhN43LNdHzFMcU8KfyBGL8A0Fz_vqWM9F_bCZUwyVAGFNdZVue2srUPnR5dtlC76RIAkQPiVsH6tU0MBMjr9nRg5YsTwlKOr/s400/_F106583-3.jpeg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 253px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 360px; CURSOR: hand" /></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">The master bath is an oasis with cast iron tub perfectly positioned to capture the ocean views.</span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5513399606726766802" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVGa8g5ibxPDcCpqA3H6YgtljmGIEUXOzO_XYAq-oSglj4QxEqRH7082aOz5zvNeeHRM8xHamkAHt99sz2-zzmj4wOxty5Nk7rsq_2kjwG_vyawbcphXCaNlLIjp65wCQMS2_jn-KjQSI-/s400/linda1.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 259px; CURSOR: hand" /></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">One of the boys rooms with signature Banks Designed horizontal panelling called "nickel gap", because the boards are spaced a nickel's width apart - common in ship building. The blue tone really brings a richness to the room.</span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5513399613235429122" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEia8EM0RL3iJ0vC4bqjKHz-BzFDu0OApRWl2rWMB7-xcubGS0Y9GFYQdl4X61kljqJaugpwbwl3Rws09ME6xqnhmo0Pyv1Rk-BSXPqEiakuBeuWtqgJD4BzH7H-s_a0OF-w-nVvna0dNlQC/s400/linda2.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 270px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 360px; CURSOR: hand" /></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">The boys bathroom provide a space for each child. Nautically inspired lights and a whimsical whale rug bring a youthfulness to the space.</span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512446898238834114" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwHdUwmKA1_3yrJojcW6GY2n9VFGytiOHCMJNSAoyZ_0m-afAwcPzwKLFrjJih4PECDTXWN0JzE3xxvVxFy3YZmOIXgNxKfZkMG6KR45eHnGHp8QWzIKxcqsP4zm8D2QAh0gYQrwHo-Q1j/s400/_F106782.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 239px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 360px; CURSOR: pointer" /> Another bedroom on the third floor located in the wonderful attic boasts arched casement windows. The zinc topped table was designed by Linda and her shop, Simply Home.<br /></span></div><div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5512447342081771618" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9RBIPiv5xpcUoA73bn5M8BU-GvQut4ELEmjSJ2sxeIqwkXHU40Sq_PwHJsAcJ56_mzHBsss8kmNosI-cjeKlCNFp1e21hVemkHajGa0bFBKDNc91HFghduLilVDANyW6lBMHPag4G3Uwn/s400/_F106479.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: left; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 267px; CURSOR: pointer" /><br />Another bath is awash is beautiful pale blues and marble. The mirrors are custom designed by Linda and also available through Simply Home.<br /><br />The Maine coastal home is another wonderful example of Linda Banks' beautiful work and attention to details that make a house into a home. For more information on this house and to read the full article in Maine Home and Design click </span><a href="http://mainehomedesign.com/flippages/aug09book.htm"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">here</span></a><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">. For information on Linda Banks Design click </span><a href="http://www.banksdesignassociates.com/intdesign.htm"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">here</span></a><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">. Finally to browse Linda's wonderful store Simple Home click </span><a href="http://www.simplyhomepage.com/home.htm"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">here</span></a><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-family:times new roman;">.<br />Thank you Linda</span> for another fabulous home tour!</span> </div>

A Maine Coastal Jewel By Linda Banks

Designer and architect, Linda Banks, has been creating some of my favorite coastal homes for many years. She just sent on to me one of her r...

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The Beauty of Sea Cliff!

<div align="center"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495545790980728178" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgatRNesbmlxytecfFrUc-Ig5mLKTVIos_2vyM8_Vd_12-l842OoaTo7cXzyih7ag3P9bcXwFqoLGpse48IFuTsr98Z38JXkcDtsxHOX6P-MCug3Ie_MVcSA48renByNbPrrVjcoL0RuJQ0/s400/seacliff+end.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 312px; CURSOR: hand" /> <div align="center"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">Something always draws me back to the beautiful coast of Maine. Perhaps it is the spectacular ocean views against the rough and craggy rocks, but I remain quite taken with the Maine coast.</span></div><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495545796114568850" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCSPPjvmeN3_o0mWsF_wiPFpbDfPyppRw-oq8iwED6qI9L8VDtkuLodsAKN3tH8y-kT8scptaat9c3BPfuOm-PW4NuKuHAVkqcgpJEaEuWfSs1qW7qmSmYxZ4T8Wyad8Th_Jyj5_Q9lFNO/s400/seacliff+outdoor+3.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /></span><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">Recently the historic "Summer Cottage", Sea Cliff came on the market. Sea Cliff, built in 1914 is perched high on the rocks with panoramic views and overlooking the Portland Lighthouse.</span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTmk5UOZWJ5keoMf7sFfit96CG16K2ulT6UuCgV91XJvZ9pEsQvjqzXFZWP5c39VEKo4Lr3q10_orNVXoBRgRPEfFCilzTIyQoNz1QUS6U3Uzbcd2F6Alvvlk6l-LA5LfKV7tqb9oTee4o/s1600/seacliff+5.jpg"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495545810525857874" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTmk5UOZWJ5keoMf7sFfit96CG16K2ulT6UuCgV91XJvZ9pEsQvjqzXFZWP5c39VEKo4Lr3q10_orNVXoBRgRPEfFCilzTIyQoNz1QUS6U3Uzbcd2F6Alvvlk6l-LA5LfKV7tqb9oTee4o/s400/seacliff+5.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /></span></a><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"> The stone work in the house is amazing. Notice the original fireplace above. With such a striking wall of stone, the owner needs to do very little decorating. The masonry speaks for itself.<br /><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495545798661428690" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipc3TReCBec-JhS4tcAZP6iFJB_Sx_DoNMC-9AU9cDO13IMS6ohaWieDlUmynuIr7srOIwrrK9ADXcJcXdas2CnS9H0osWyHT9Ft2465CP9orIEBI559iyVxiE4SU6GZwOXu-QDUqZ90Cz/s400/seacliff+2.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXTllU7MbaMNAwwtPIy4P6qMVY0WaKCONm9bzrbBR1cK04L-G_X9_vyTteTElFWL2xEcxUgP0ekqte7d0EwX3fTyaTj_1XFE4ruc7IXnbXavKNz6zpOWGqyCQ2gobh0VqSMoNqotMdLPeX/s1600/seacliff+4.jpg"></a><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"> Of course the original kitchen from 1914 has been thoughtfully renovated.</span> <span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"></span><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5WEO2BH8EuJuCtC1tyo66IiTIIaAMxlSydKWIAEzHmqt5nuNrTEvHi6Q1tBOLaSBukwBYa4t_6UJnwFdcBwmYprvWGL45bpfgWdDocGl2831fOIPfY_Y7-zSgqwzoxSp_Ir_zhe45NcQK/s1600/seacliff.jpg"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495545216874758434" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5WEO2BH8EuJuCtC1tyo66IiTIIaAMxlSydKWIAEzHmqt5nuNrTEvHi6Q1tBOLaSBukwBYa4t_6UJnwFdcBwmYprvWGL45bpfgWdDocGl2831fOIPfY_Y7-zSgqwzoxSp_Ir_zhe45NcQK/s400/seacliff.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /></span></a><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"> The breakfast room has outstanding views. You can see the lighthouse through the main picture window to the left.<br /></span><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495545191810436226" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJFY3bCm3HGknNVEm-K3TnqvjjHHj7eEY5mHn0yGBH4ZvEehQrxSjQTBPGatBO3iJRfkCYNd3bHRjnEkCmQJqWFNSJwE56YR0eHba_Hkry4YpVf4ZsobSc3H9yce2W28XBhR_diczBvE3g/s400/seacliff+6.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /></span><br /><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">The home retains many of its original features, which have been untouched over the years, including the second floor landing. The wainscotting and beamed ceilings are so beautiful. I like how they turned this area into a mini gallery space.</span><br /><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495545192767175506" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj31icuemjP79BvYPpAHwNXN5skP2GBNGa5O1epaYM1COr_yrnPxbBbZIQSFFM2awXVbyrID_u4mVPw9YUkdrnGXDvcaBYEt1vJTkLdYAzpj1655DRUwTV4LtfViYWTjqbISnTh9POfCXrD/s400/seacliff+3.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /></span><br /><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;">The upper deck also has amazing views. The railings are interesting with clear Plexiglass. I wonder if they get cloudy from the ocean salt spray.</span><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjM-59vhk2X1JxpREOkPyznZs4hiiGIQ1Oo8IDjfPylm0kppnenNTaEl-acF4LbKt5uvsoxs-asd4CQNvifeK5xWyDZx3CuvhFcyzFw8vW8rR_p9jj2j2z3TXAALXD9_-l1HE6YLcS1RDuk/s1600/seacliff+outdoor+2.jpg"><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495545210750418674" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjM-59vhk2X1JxpREOkPyznZs4hiiGIQ1Oo8IDjfPylm0kppnenNTaEl-acF4LbKt5uvsoxs-asd4CQNvifeK5xWyDZx3CuvhFcyzFw8vW8rR_p9jj2j2z3TXAALXD9_-l1HE6YLcS1RDuk/s400/seacliff+outdoor+2.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /></span></a><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:130%;"> To see more of this wonderful, historic home click<a href="http://www.sothebysrealty.com/en/PropertyDetails.aspx?R=104209982&campaign=listhub&refcode=SIRhomes"> here</a>. Are you as in love with this Maine "Summer Cottage" as I am?</span><br /><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:78%;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:78%;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:times new roman;font-size:78%;">(all photos mls)</span> </div></div>

The Beauty of Sea Cliff!

Something always draws me back to the beautiful coast of Maine. Perhaps it is the spectacular ocean views against the rough and craggy rock...

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A Sea Captain's Home Revamped for Today

<div align="center"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S_NK_5jZxeI/AAAAAAAAFBk/Q2y4mzgxXa8/s1600/lb+1front2.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5472800433826809314" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S_NK_5jZxeI/AAAAAAAAFBk/Q2y4mzgxXa8/s400/lb+1front2.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 311px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: pointer" /></a> When the owners of this Maine home purchased it, the house was in a state of disrepair. But they knew the house, built in by sea captain Ambrose Childe between 1855 and 1862, would be the perfect summer retreat for their bustling family. <a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S_NK_2dqgYI/AAAAAAAAFBs/CffNu8_YvAU/s1600/lb+exterior.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5472800432997433730" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S_NK_2dqgYI/AAAAAAAAFBs/CffNu8_YvAU/s400/lb+exterior.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 311px; CURSOR: hand" /></a> <div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">They hired one of my favorite architects/designers, Linda Banks, to renovate and restore the home they called "Big Pink". Linda drew inspiration from the homes seafaring past. To honor the history of the house and its location, she chose an earthy palette of blues, greens and taupes and accessorized with Audubon prints and nautical items.</div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S_NLMvTls2I/AAAAAAAAFB0/xgz8CjSMJ84/s1600/lb3front1.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5472800654414426978" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S_NLMvTls2I/AAAAAAAAFB0/xgz8CjSMJ84/s400/lb3front1.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 311px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: pointer" /></a> <div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">The salon above was filled with historic details like the intricately carved frieze over the door, gothic door panel and original mercury glass door knobs. These details were painstakingly preserved. Notice how much texture the jute rug brings into the room. </div><br /><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5472800418776887826" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S_NK_BfOMhI/AAAAAAAAFBU/M9WRb2QViP4/s400/lb+4dining.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 311px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /> <div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Through the salon you can see the dining room above. Linda keeps the old home looking fresh with a mix of armillary style chandelier and heirloom antiques like the lovely chest. The palette is neutral with soft wall color and jute rug. The scientific charts on the wall add to the nautical, sea captain feel.</div><br /><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5472800418192330450" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S_NK-_T2jtI/AAAAAAAAFBM/MU2-ICuoKtU/s400/lb+5dining2.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 311px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /> <div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Period features figure prominently in every room, like the original fireplace. It's presence is enhanced by the beautiful antique mirror hanging above.</div><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S_NK_pkD3xI/AAAAAAAAFBc/Wwbm24iJyjE/s1600/lb+2front3.jpg" style="TEXT-DECORATION: none"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5472800429534600978" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S_NK_pkD3xI/AAAAAAAAFBc/Wwbm24iJyjE/s400/lb+2front3.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: left; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 311px; CURSOR: pointer" /></a> <div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">The home is filled with nautical reminders of the sea captain who lived here before the family. Notice the ship model, water charts and Audubon print above. Again a neutral palette and jute rugs allow the many small rooms to blend together seamlessly.</div><div><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S_NKug5owAI/AAAAAAAAFBE/bR9HpetI81k/s1600/lb+6library.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5472800135151403010" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S_NKug5owAI/AAAAAAAAFBE/bR9HpetI81k/s400/lb+6library.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 311px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /></a> <div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">The library is a soft pink. Chairs are upholstered in a fabric with a coral motif and sea inspired rug create a pretty oasis for reading and relaxing.</div><div><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S_NKuTLpYhI/AAAAAAAAFA8/v3fB65Wl-5k/s1600/lb+7kitchen.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5472800131468845586" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S_NKuTLpYhI/AAAAAAAAFA8/v3fB65Wl-5k/s400/lb+7kitchen.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 311px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /></a> <div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">The completely renovated kitchen is wonderful mix of white cabinetry and soft blue/green island. The counters are honed absolute black granite. Large windows over the sink and a glass door from the foyer flood the space with light.</div><div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S_NKtxuOpkI/AAAAAAAAFA0/_967wkYtNXo/s1600/lb+8bedroom.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5472800122487088706" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S_NKtxuOpkI/AAAAAAAAFA0/_967wkYtNXo/s400/lb+8bedroom.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 311px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /></a> <div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">One of the smaller bedrooms is done in a soothing blue and white palette. Notice the wonderful moulding around the floor to ceiling window which Linda does not hide, but highlights with soft sheer curtains.</div><div align="center"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S_NKtibQg2I/AAAAAAAAFAs/gA7Pqp3dPWA/s1600/lb+9bath.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5472800118380987234" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S_NKtibQg2I/AAAAAAAAFAs/gA7Pqp3dPWA/s400/lb+9bath.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 311px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /></a>Two new bathrooms were created from one of the bedrooms. White beadboard wainscotting and Clarence House wallpaper in La Mere Beige add to the playfulness of this sea captain's home.<br /><div><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S_NKtX-FptI/AAAAAAAAFAk/w7eCpOIfpI8/s1600/lb+10landing.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5472800115574286034" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/S_NKtX-FptI/AAAAAAAAFAk/w7eCpOIfpI8/s400/lb+10landing.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 311px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /></a> <div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">A small bathroom was moved to make room for a landing library with views of the ocean. Notice the book shelves built above the windows to increase storage space.<span style="COLOR: rgb(26,26,24);font-family:Helvetica, serif;font-size:8;" class="Apple-style-span" > </span></div><div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Special thanks to Linda Banks for a peek into another gorgeous ocean home which captures both the history of it's past with the updated features needed for a family of today. </div><div style="TEXT-ALIGN: left">'</div><div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">To read more about this home in Maine Home and Digest click <a href="http://www.candacekaru.com/images/mhd_pdfs/homes/18HomesMHD1008_REM_BigPink.pdf">here</a>. To see more of Linda Banks' exceptional work read previous posts <a href="http://willowdecor.blogspot.com/2008/06/linda-banks-iris-hill.html">here</a> and to tour her personal home click <a href="http://willowdecor.blogspot.com/2009/07/another-peek-in-to-linda-banks-home.html">here</a> and <a href="http://willowdecor.blogspot.com/2009/07/peek-into-linda-banks-kitchen.html">here</a>. To visit Linda Banks' website click <a href="http://banksdesignassociates.com/">here</a> and finally to visit Linda Banks' store Simply Home click <a href="http://www.simplyhomepage.com/home.htm">here</a>.</div><div align="center"><span style="font-size:78%;">(all photos property of Linda Banks and not to be copied with out permission)</span></div></div></div></div></div></div><br /></div>

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