05/06/2026
An incredible project to look back on. COVID, a 5+ hour commute, tight timelines, and plenty of installation logistics—The Claremont project brought its own unique challenges, but also so many exciting and beautiful rewards. Thanks to Keeler & Company LLC for bringing us on, and to the team at IIDA New England for spotlighting this project on The Designer Monologues, giving us a chance to reflect and share this story. 🙌
In 2020, our longtime interior designer partner, Laura Keeler Pierce, was approached by the new owner of the soon-to-be Claremont Hotel in Southwest Harbor, Maine, to team up with their Creative Director, Krista Stokes, to design an expansive 24-room hotel and 12-cottage retreat, totaling over 50 ac