Read on to see who won the 2021 Best of the North Shore Home Awards!
BLUEPRINT
ARCHITECT FIRM/TRADITIONAL
EDITORS’ CHOICE
CARPENTER & MACNEILLE, ESSEX
This year, Carpenter & MacNeille celebrates its 25th anniversary of dreaming up homes that look to both the past and the future, using historical style and details to create designs that will endure for years to come. 106 Western Ave., Essex, 978-768-7900, carpentermacneille.com
READERS’ CHOICE
BENJAMIN NUTTER ARCHITECTS, LLC, TOPSFIELD
43 Canterbury Hill Rd., Topsfield, 978-887-9836, benjaminnutter.com
ARCHITECT/CONTEMPORARY
EDITORS’ CHOICE
ANDREW SIDFORD ARCHITECTS, NEWBURYPORT
For architect Andrew Sidford, creating contemporary architecture—especially in a historic area like New England—means respecting the old while incorporating the modern. “We’re known for doing unique combinations of old and new structures,” Sidford says. “Our objective is always to highlight both.” 44 Merrimac St., Newburyport, 978-462-1657, asidfordarchitects.com
READERS’ CHOICE
STEVEN BACZEK ARCHITECT, READING
46 Glenmere Cir., Reading, 781-354-5839, stevenbaczekarchitect.com
ARCHITECT/COASTAL DESIGN
EDITORS’ CHOICE
OLSON LEWIS + ARCHITECTS, MANCHESTER-BY-THE-SEA
With a rich portfolio of elegant homes perched on sandy beaches and rocky cliffs, OLSON LEWIS + is the ideal choice for clients who want their homes to reflect the spirit and beauty of their coastal surroundings. 17 Elm St., Manchester, 978-526-4386, olsonlewis.com
ARCHITECT/RENOVATION & RESTORATION
EDITORS’ CHOICE
CUMMINGS ARCHITECTURE + INTERIORS, IPSWICH
While Mat Cummings is eager to help you with the renovation of your dreams, he is particularly excited about the trend of restoring or creating new barns, versatile spaces that can be a home, a pool cabana, an in-law apartment, or game rooms. “Structures designed in a barn style are done so because they are beautiful in their simplicity,” Cummings says. 57 South Main St., Ipswich, 978-356-5026, cummingsarchitectureinteriors.com
READERS’ CHOICE
BENJAMIN NUTTER ARCHITECTS, LLC, TOPSFIELD
43 Canterbury Hill Rd., Topsfield, 978-887-9836, benjaminnutter.com
BUILD
DESIGN/BUILD
EDITORS’ CHOICE (TIE)
WINDOVER CONSTRUCTION, BEVERLY
The Windover name is well-known for its dedication to quality in both design and construction. But the firm’s commitment to professional development, environmental sustainability, and teamwork means you can also feel good about the company you’re choosing. 66 Cherry Hill Dr., Beverly, 978-526-9410, windover.com
TREEHOUSE DESIGN INC., ROCKPORT
The team at Treehouse Design operates from the belief that building design and the natural world are inextricably linked. Sustainability and achieving an aesthetic that blends with the natural surroundings are the essential considerations in every project they complete. 31 Poole’s Ln., Rockport, 978-546-8302, treehousedesigninc.com
READERS’ CHOICE
PIONARCH DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION, BEVERLY
501 Cabot Street, Suite 8C, Beverly, 978-887-2900, pionarch.com
GREEN ARCHITECT
EDITORS’ CHOICE
STEVEN BACZEK ARCHITECT, READING
With dozens of LEED-certified and highly energy-efficient buildings to his name, Steven Baczek has
