Redwood, Historic villa in Maine, United States
Redwood is a residential villa built in the Shingle style, recognizable by its wooden exterior sheathing and balanced architectural form. The structure stands near the Maine coast and is protected by its listing on the National Register.
Architect William Ralph Emerson designed the structure, which gained protection through its National Register listing in 1978. The building represents the wave of Shingle style residential architecture that spread along New England coasts in the late 1800s.
The residence reflects how wealthy families chose to live along the Maine coast in the late 1800s, building homes that combined comfort with thoughtful design. The wooden exterior and careful proportions show what people valued in their homes during that era.
The property remains a private residence, so visitors can view it only from outside the property boundary. Because of its protected status, any work done on the house follows strict preservation standards to maintain its original character.
Architect William Ralph Emerson made a point of using local materials in unexpected ways, giving his homes a warm and natural quality that stands out from more formal styles of the era. The way wood dominates the exterior here shows this approach clearly.
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