Maine Harbor View with Erin Gates Design

Erin Gates Design project in Ogunquit, Maine

This shoot was extra special—because it brought me back to Maine, a place that will always feel like home. Growing up, I spent summers just north of here in Bath at my grandparents’ camp, so I hadn’t explored much of the southern coast. Discovering the charm of Perkins Cove was a total surprise. Sure, I’d popped into the shops once or twice over the years, but I had no idea this hidden enclave, tucked behind the lobster shacks, even existed. I was blown away!

The home itself? A dream. Between the wraparound porch, the colorful den with its own beer tap (!), and the private deck off the primary suite, I still can’t pick a favorite space. We shot the porch on a blazing hot day—the haze rolled in heavy, and all I could think was how good a bright blue sky would look against that painted ceiling. 

We shot over two days with the amazing EGD team. Day one was all about fine-tuning styling and tackling most of the first floor. After wrapping, Erin and I snuck off to Barnacle Billy’s for lobster and their famous Rum Punch (OK, maybe two).  You can check out the full project here.

Stay tuned for my Q&A with the designer, Erin Gates!

xx, Jess