We were honored when our Casco Bay Island Retreat clients reached out to us again, this time to design a pool and guest house on their serene site.

Our design revitalized a dilapidated island cottage site and resulted in an energy-efficient collection of buildings for living, gathering, and connecting with a small island community in Casco Bay, Maine.

As we reflect on the conclusion of 2023, the Whitten Architects team is genuinely grateful for the experiences and opportunities that have shaped the past year.

Our design for the Narrows centered around a multi-level design that seamlessly integrates the field with the house.

The Overlook is a ski home in the Sugarloaf region, designed for avid outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy year-round.

Morpholio recently asked us to share how we utilize the app and how it influences our creative process.

Three landscape architects we work with regularly answer some questions about their work and its convergence with ours.

At Whitten Architects, we enjoy designing "up and away" spaces that stoke the imagination.

A look at our latest project, Ice Point.

A look at where Whitten Architects is headed in 2023.

Architect Rob Whitten and his wife Robin are avid walkers. Follow along as they journal through their walking tour in Italy.

A look at our latest project, Caterpillar Hill.

The sand room is a close cousin to the mudroom. Learn how Whitten Architects designs these rooms to shine in the summer.

Get to know architects Alyssa Phanitdasack and Adam Darter.

Whitten Architects has an opening for an independently motivated Architectural Designer interested in joining our award-winning, client-focused, and design-driven residential practice.

Whitten Architects has appointed Will Fellis & Tom Lane as Associates.

Learn how Whitten Architects has adapted the way we work with clients to manage construction costs and schedules.

The ripple effects of the pandemic are felt not only in our personal lives, but in the way we do business too. Find out how in our latest blog post.

The mudroom is a New England staple. Learn more about how Whitten Architects designs high-performing mudrooms for every season.

Whitten Architects is looking for an independently motivated Project Architect or Architectural Designer interested in joining our award-winning, client-focused, and design-driven residential practice.

Get to know architect Tom Lane.

A look at our latest project, Binnacle Hill Residence.

Whitten Architects in Portland, Maine, has an exciting opportunity for a service-minded professional looking to join an award-winning, client-focused, and design-driven residential practice.

Join us as we say goodbye to Associate Principal Jessie Carroll.

Whitten Architects is honored to receive three awards by both the American Institute of Architect (AIA)'s Maine and New Hampshire chapters.

A look at our latest project, Lake Winnipesaukee Retreat.

Meet Ian Parlin and Jimmy Strong, the newest members of the Whitten Architects team.

Whitten Architects celebrates 35 years of site-specific residential design.

Rob Whitten shares his thoughts on architectural marvel Norney from Netflix's "The Dig"

A look at our latest project, Loon Lake Retreat.

Whitten Architects has a rare opening for an independently motivated Project Architect or Architectural Designer interested in joining our award-winning, client-focused, and design-driven residential practice.

On November 5, Jessie Carroll and her fellow New England Home 5 Under 40 winners will be celebrated virtually, followed by a digital rug auction featuring custom rugs designed by each of the winners. Join us as we toast her virtually!

Meet Matt Holland, the newest member of the Whitten Architects team.

A look at our latest project, Sky Apple.

As a result of the pandemic, our homes are serving double duty as work spaces and learning spaces. Read on to learn more about the design considerations we're taking in the age of COVID-19.

A strong connection between inside and outside allows our clients to live without barriers. Given the varied nature of Maine's landscape, we believe the ideal inside-outside relationship maximizes the experience of our clients’ site and their specific lifestyle.

Whitten Architects is honored to receive a 2020 AIA Maine Merit Award for our Sortwell Chandlery project.

Associate Principal Jessie Carroll was recently selected as one of the top "5 Under 40" professionals by New England Home magazine—the first female architect from Maine to receive the honor.

Meet Whitten Architects architect Will Fellis.

A glowing fire and good company is the perfect antidote for ice, snow, and the sub-zero temps of our northern winters.

Whitten Architects has a rare opening for an independently motivated Architectural Designer interested in joining our award-winning, client-focused, and design-driven residential practice.

A look at our latest project, Sortwell Chandlery.

The very foundation of our studio approach was built on collaboration.

A look at our latest project, Coastal Village Residence.

A porch is not only an extension of a home’s living space, but an extension of its architecture, forms, and materials.

Meet Alyssa Keating, the newest member of the Whitten Architects team.

Meet Whitten Architects designer Drew Bortles.

Whitten Architects wins two AIA Maine Design Awards.

Freehand drawing allows us to quickly explore ideas and test potential design solutions.

Meet Whitten Architects designer Jesse Patkus.

A look at our latest project, Pleasant Lake Camp.

Site-specific design is at the core of what we do at Whitten Architects.

A look at our latest project, Englishman Bay Retreat.

Meet Roo Collins, the newest member of the Whitten Architects team.

Whitten Architects in Portland, Maine, is looking for an architect or designer interested in joining our client-focused and design-driven residential practice.

We are happy to announce some exciting changes to the Whitten Architects team.

The days are getting shorter and I think back to our September walk in the Tuscan Hills.

Whitten Architects is looking for someone who is passionate about site-specific residential architecture, interested in participating in a collaborative design studio, and loves life in Maine.

Stay up to date. Follow us on Instagram to see our latest project images, studio happenings, and our in-process drawings.

Robin received an email flyer about an April tour inside the garden gates of Great Dixter and Sissinghurst, and off we went.

Windham Middle School - Aspiring Architects!

Outlook Cottage in Boothbay Maine, speeding to the finish!

Job site tours! A road trip north to the midcoast of Maine.

Job site tours! A road trip to the southern coast of Maine.

At Spurwink Retreat, we knew that it would be especially difficult to describe the design of the home and the character of its incredible site with only photos. It deserved more.

Grab the current issue of Fine Homebuilding - January 2016, off newsstands, and you'll see an article on Dash Landing Farmhouse!

Two new members were added to our design team in 2015!

Dark shadows have given way to early morning sun at Bunganuc Woods House.

Two projects of ours are featured in Maine Home + Design: The Architecture Issue - December 2015.

Design New England and writer Edgar Allen Beem highlight our Dash Landing Farmhouse.

Dramatic before and after images, plus a video, documenting renovations at Higgins Beach Cottage Duo.

A bird's eye view of site-specific design.

Image cataloging has found its place in the digital world and we are so so thankful!

A special thanks to our local builders, with a challenging yet successful 2014/ 2015 build cycle.

The ever popular and ever prevalent Ranch makes a strong come-back, or so we hope!

Take a look at a few design concept sketches for Bunganuc Woods House in Brunswick, Maine.

Last week, the entire studio was happy to witness some of the dramatic changes taking place at Great East Lake Camp.

Recent photos of construction wrapping up at the barn.

We recently received final images of Dash Landing Farmhouse from photographer Rob Karosis. This new home, designed for recent empty nesters, overlooks a beautiful field in Freeport, Maine. Please take a look!

Christmas cards are stacking up in the studio!

Photos of construction progress on Higgins Beach Cottage Duo.

We recently received final photography of Spruce Point Cottage from photographer Jonathan Reece. It's fun to look back and compare some of the early concept sketches with Jonathan's images. Please have a look!

Our clients, at Spurwink Retreat, recently opened their doors to the entire crew that was involved in the design and construction of their home.

Visit the progress of our New Hampshire lakeside project.

See Maine Home + Design’s article titled Planned Contrast, where they feature our very own Russ Tyson.

Take a look at Sarah Stebbins's article describing Oceanfront Cottage, in the July Issue of Maine Home + Design.

Earlier this week we were happy to have the resulting additions/renovations to Island View Home, documented by photographer Jonathan Reece. It’s definitely fun to look back and compare some of the before pictures, along with our conceptual sketches, to his completed images. Please have a look!

We're happy to announce that Jessie recently passed the last of her architectural registration exams.

18-ton native Maine boulders get a lift from Northeast Crane Service.

June construction at Spurwink Retreat includes 25-foot tall pitch pines, car size boulders, an 11-foot tall lift, and slide doors.

A lakeside camp project embraces Spring in New Hampshire.

Take a look at images from our recent visit to Spurwink Retreat as an office.

We recently received photos of Stonewall Farmhouse from photographer Rob Karosis.

Come see how Dash Landing's geothermal system is performing and its operating costs.

Come see another exiciting project in the Spring 2014 line-up.

Architect Rob Whitten was recently interviewed by Dr. Lisa Belisle on The Dr. Lisa Radio Hour & Podcast. Here is a link to the interview.

Have a look at images from today's site visit to the Great Pond Camp.

Our clients at Dash Landing have enjoyed their new home for 90 days now and they "couldn't be happier."

Take a look at a few pictures from our site visit to Spurwink Retreat last week.

On Thursday, February 6th photographer Rob Karosis photographed Stonewall Farmhouse for us.