WHILE GLOUCESTER AS A DESTINATION IS ALL about maritime tradition and Colonial history, the condo chosen by Karin Howe’s client for her weekend retreat is decidedly new. Part of a complex by Giacalone Contracting Corp., sited across the street from Good Harbor Beach, the 2,500-square-foot, multilevel residence was still under construction when she purchased it in 2021.
Although the contemporary unit presented with a variety of luxury touches—tall ceilings, high-end finishes, gourmet kitchen, private balconies, and a roof deck—the new owner wanted to place her own stamp