A House in Maine - by Nina Campbell (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

The interior design of this New England seaside escape--by decorating legend Nina Campbell--explores a myriad of themes: the evolution of a home, the importance of place, and the creation of an oasis amid a bustling world.

The interiors of this glorious retreat's many buildings are given the Nina Campbell treatment with vibrant palettes, sumptuous fabrics, fine antiques, and a contemporary clarity. Constructed at the turn of the last century, the core of the main house is a simple cottage overlooking a secluded cove. The pioneering couple who built it had no idea that they were creating a legacy that would become central to the lives of future generations of their family, who use the place as a retreat from busy lives in the city.

The main house evolved from that summer cottage to a larger Federal-style manse--whose recent reinvention was overseen by New York architects Ferguson & Shamamian--in a landscape with outlets for indoor and outdoor bliss. Campbell is familiar with creating backdrops for entertaining--she had previously designed Annabel's, the renowned private members' club in London. With a dedicated party villa, bowling alley, pool house, and tennis pavilion as well as accommodations for family and friends, the property established itself as a place for fun and relaxation. Under the spreading branches of the tree that offered shade to the original house and garden, the place has become an oasis of peace and calm away from the din of the outside world.

Review Quotes

"Inside A House in Maine, British interior designer Nina Campbell guides readers through various themes and transformations of the featured New England manse. Think vibrant palettes, fine antiques and lavish patterns that commingle to create an ideal backdrop for breezy seaside entertaining." --ATLANTA HOMES & LIFESTYLES

"Summer is just around the corner, and a lovely book to add to your library is A House in Maine by decorating legend Nina Campbell with Giles Kime and photographs by Paul Raeside. The interior design of this New England seaside escape explores the evolution of a home, the importance of place, and the creation of an oasis amid a bustling world." --THEGLAMPAD.COM

"The interior design of this New England seaside escape--by decorating legend Nina Campbell--explores a myriad of themes: the evolution of a home, the importance of place, and the creation of an oasis amid a bustling world." --THE ENGLISH ROOM.COM

"...captures a years-long project that Campbell worked on in New England's northernmost state. A House in Maine showcases one family's multigenerational compound and storied retreat in vivid detail." --NEW ENGLAND HOME MAGAZINE

"The interior design of this New England seaside escape--by decorating legend Nina Campbell--explores a myriad of themes: the evolution of a home, the importance of place, and the creation of an oasis amid a bustling world." --ASPIRE HOME & DESIGN

"Acclaimed decorator Nina Campbell takes readers throughout the design process of jaw-dropping New England seaside escape in her newest monograph, A House in Maine. The book explores the importance of place and how one can create their own sanctuary in a bustling world." --VERANDA

About the Author

Nina Campbell is Britain's most respected interior designer. Her clients have included the Queen of Denmark, Rod Stewart, Ringo Starr, and HRH The Princess Sumaya of Jordan. Giles Kime is the executive editor and interiors editor of Country Life magazine. Paul Raeside is an interiors and portrait photographer.