A walking path connects the guesthouse with the rest of property.
The two interlocking volumes with shed roofs create an unexpected form.
The loft space necessitated a railing, so Diana and Scott worked with Jay Morissette of Western Maine Steel to fabricate a custom design.
A timber-framed screened porch gives guests a place to sit outside without being swarmed by mosquitos.
A locally sourced vintage barn door is mounted with hardware from Rustica.
“I take great pride in showcasing original artworks in the guesthouse,” says Diana. “Most of the artists I represent either live in or have strong ties to Maine.” The primary bedroom features shibori linen pillows Diana hand-dyed and an oil painting by Peter Bodnar III hanging above the bed.
A project splurge, twin commercial-grade windows paired with crisp white walls make the small space feel exceptionally roomy. The pendant above the dining nook is from Hay.
In the main living space, green - gray cabinets from Lowes,
Site restrictions limited the structure’s footprint, so Benson found additional space by creating a loft.
The main living space has a couch from Room & Board and rugs from Dash and Albert, all in colors that reflect the rural parcel. The wood sculpture hanging on the wall is by Don Best.
Even with multiple structures across their 10-acre property in Maine, Diana Arcadipone and Scott Berk only had one bathroom. This 560-square-foot guesthouse by architect Leslie Benson gives them a second, as well as space for visiting family and friends.
The Little Owl A-Frame’s matte-black exterior sets it apart from its woodsy neighbors.
The bunk beds were made to be as wide as possible. Hollenbeck has three kids and two dogs.
Concrete Collaborative terrazzo slabs top the kitchen counters.
A custom desk in the primary bedroom is tucked beside a closet.
HSH Interiors designed the bed's custom coordinating linens with Vacilindo Quilting.
"The primary bedroom has a king bed, the second bedroom has twin bunks, and the loft has a queen sleeper-sectional, so the cabin can comfortably sleep six people,