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Juniper Design + Build We create really special homes: beautiful, sustainable, indelibly yours. Based in Portland, Maine. (207) 766-5919

Renovations and new construction, serving Greater Portland and the Islands of Casco Bay. We offer complete carpentry services with a focus on green building, energy efficiency and weatherization, and fine finish carpentry.

Swipe to witness peak athletic performance. ➡️We’re well into our first season of the architecture + construction bowlin...
10/14/2026

Swipe to witness peak athletic performance. ➡️

We’re well into our first season of the architecture + construction bowling league, and the stats are in! Not to brag, but we’re holding down the very bottom of the leaderboard with unmatched consistency. 💅

Turns out, we’re better at building things than knocking them down… 🤷

Happy World Architecture Day! You know us for building high-performance homes. You might not know we're also an award-wi...
10/05/2026

Happy World Architecture Day!

You know us for building high-performance homes. You might not know we're also an award-winning architecture firm.

In honor of the occasion, we’re sharing our East View project, a family retreat in Casco Bay and winner of AIA Maine's 2025 Honor Award for Excellence in Architecture (Professional Unbuilt category).

🌿 The brief: a modest, welcoming island home that belongs in its setting
🌿 The challenges: shoreland zoning, wetlands, flood zones, sea-level rise, and storm surges
🌿 The plan: three forms that follow the slope, connected by terraces, with railing-free, low-to-grade decks that keep the views unobstructed

East View captures so much of what we love about architecture: responding to a place, supporting the way people live, and creating something built to stand the test of time.

This project began with a request for a humble bunkhouse. Its breathtaking site, a bluff of spruce and pine overlooking ...
09/30/2026

This project began with a request for a humble bunkhouse. Its breathtaking site, a bluff of spruce and pine overlooking Casco Bay, inspired what evolved into a dramatic studio. Divided into two distinct halves and woven together by 1,000 square feet of cedar decking, the building creates complete immersion in its stunning surroundings.

Designed and built to maximize environmental sustainability and minimize its carbon footprint, the building features locally sawn white cedar siding, decking, and pergola framing, with seams painstakingly aligned across the walls, doors, and even the floors. Cabinetry, flooring, and trim are made of rift-sawn white oak.

As autumn settles in along the coast, the surrounding woods bring a whole new layer of color and character to this already unforgettable place. Built to embrace its seaside setting and endure the elements, it's a beautiful example of thoughtful design that feels right at home in every season. 🍂🌲

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We’ve got nothing against a bedroom TV, but when nature gives you a view like this, you frame it.Instead of relying on t...
09/28/2026

We’ve got nothing against a bedroom TV, but when nature gives you a view like this, you frame it.

Instead of relying on traditional wall placements, we designed custom floating headboards to position the beds directly toward the water, making the horizon the first thing you see each morning.

>>>Swipe to see how we’ve tailored this design detail across different projects.

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POV: you picked the right career. 😎Immaculate job site vibes, courtesy of our crew.📷 courtesy of the ever talented
09/24/2026

POV: you picked the right career. 😎

Immaculate job site vibes, courtesy of our crew.
📷 courtesy of the ever talented

New Project on the website! Swipe through for a sneak peek at our newest project reveal. Tap the link in bio for the ful...
09/22/2026

New Project on the website!

Swipe through for a sneak peek at our newest project reveal. Tap the link in bio for the full photo gallery and design details!

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If the leaves are going to start turning already, we might as well light the fire and break out the s’mores. 🍂🔥🍫Looking ...
09/15/2026

If the leaves are going to start turning already, we might as well light the fire and break out the s’mores. 🍂🔥🍫

Looking for a little cozy-season inspiration? Head to Cape Haven in our website’s project gallery to see how we made the most of this small lot and created a delightful place to enjoy crisp Maine autumn days.

📸 Liz Daly
Photo Styling Diane Wiencke

Looking back on sunny summer days as we head into the unofficial end of summer this Labor Day weekend ☀️ We’ll be closed...
09/04/2026

Looking back on sunny summer days as we head into the unofficial end of summer this Labor Day weekend ☀️

We’ll be closed Monday, see you Tuesday! ✌️

Address

2 Island Avenue
Peaks Island, ME
04108

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12077665919

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