Maine’s Favorite Candle
From its studio in an old mill building in Westbrook, Near and Native makes candles with scents inspired by nature and Maine.
How to Keep Your Houseplants Alive This Winter
Florist, designer, and houseplant aficionado John Sundling shares his top tips for thriving vegetation amidst the cold and snow.
The Entrepreneur Turning Water Bottle Waste into Sunglasses
Founded by a Kennebunk native, Opolis Optics gives back to the planet by cleaning up shorelines and providing jobs in developing countries.
A Sauna Transforms a South Portland Backyard into a Year-Round Oasis
Photographer and gallerist Meredith Perdue shares her health-boosting ritual and sauna tips.
Five Stylish Inns to Book for Your Next Maine Getaway
These design-forward lodging destinations are elevating Maine’s Vacationland reputation.
An Architect Transforms a Dated Sugarloaf Home
Kevin Browne pulls from his experience overhauling his family’s ski chalet to give advice for remodeling a home in the Pine Tree state.
A New Portland Guesthouse Gives a Historic Building a Second Life
Created by four friends, Best Bower provides stylish, thoughtful accommodations for visitors on Munjoy Hill.
A Bristol Boatbuilding Program Helps Apprentices Chart New Courses
Set along the shores of the Pemaquid River, the Carpenter’s Boat Shop teaches apprentices to sail, build boats, and find new paths forward.
An Antique Dealer’s Treasure-Filled Wiscasset Apartment
After leaving New York last year, clothing designer Samuel Snider found a new path in antiques.
A Designer Reimagines the New Children’s Discovery Museum in Waterville
Rusty Lamer, who specializes in creating installations for kids, lends his whimsical designs to the museum’s new location.