Harpswell, ME. Designer: Kevin Moquin, AIA, LEED AP Renovation of this family summer residence included converting the existing barn to a new energy efficient year round residence with the original antique cape-style home retained as guest quarters. The restored porch serves as a gathering area connecting the old and new living spaces. Major renovation with sustainability…
Portland, ME. Installation of restored stain-glass daylight. Adaptive reuse of carriage house including: retail store space, tiled bath, kitchenette, office space, laundry. Staging/Scaffolding to assist consultants in preparation for complete restoration of the brownstone facade on tower.
Bowdoinham, ME. Designer: Mac Collins, AIA This renovation includes the jacking and leveling of portions of an 1840 farmhouse, gutting an existing addition to the home and adding a new addition. The scope of work comprises the following: Strengthen 1840’s home foundation without damage to original plaster, and installing new ICF (insulated concrete foundation) under additions…
Yarmouth, ME. Designer: Briburn The client was looking for a house that disappeared into nature, with an open concept and many windows to bring nature inside. Requests included separate bedroom, en suite bath, and main living area that felt part of the home. The build also included multiple structures, including a high-end art studio well…
Peter Taggart was championing high-performance homes long before it was hip. Today he’s a leader in Maine’s green building movement. Long before disruptor became a buzzword and businesses began singing the praises of “out of the box” thinking, Peter Taggart was, to use another cliché, marching to the beat of his own drum. For over 28 years,…
To celebrate 10th anniversary of the SunriseGuide, we wanted to shine a light on Mainers who are creating real change in their communities. Their efforts have resulted in significant advances in the areas of sustainability, environmental health and wellness in Maine over the past ten years. These champions work tirelessly—often under the radar—improving access to…
“Save some Green – An eco-friendly lifestyle can also do good for your wallet.” This featured article appeared in the March 2009 DownEast Magazine Home & Garden Issue. VIEW FULL Article
Peter Taggart is no newcomer to green custom building. This may be the moment that Peter Taggart has waited for. Committed to sustainable building practices since long before green became everyone’s new favorite color, the Freeport, Maine, builder toiled for years in relative obscurity. Since founding Taggart Construction in the early 1990s, he has refined…
