Writer and journalist Bruce Porter’s off grid getaway on an island off the Maine coast, was designed by his architect daughter, who is the founder of her own practice Alex Scott Porter Design. Sited close to the water it has a screen porch was angled to capture direct southern exposure for the solar panels. Photo 4 of 9 in 8 Tiny Sheds and Studios Used as Home Offices or Creative Retreats

8 Tiny Sheds and Studios Used as Home Offices or Creative Retreats

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Writer and journalist Bruce Porter’s off-the-grid getaway on an island off the Maine coast was designed by his architect daughter, who happens to be the founder of her own practice called Alex Scott Porter Design. Sited close to the water, it has a screen porch that's angled to capture direct southern exposure for the solar panels.