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Carpenter & MacNeille Carpenter & MacNeille designs, builds and restores beautiful homes throughout New England.

Inspired by the rich and eclectic architecture of coastal New England, Carpenter & MacNeille designs, builds and restores beautiful homes throughout New England. Working from historic Essex, Massachusetts, the firm is committed to the belief that design excellence and the best construction practices are inseparable. With a 50+ person staff comprised of architects, interior designers and construction professionals, and including an adjoining cabinet and millwork shop, Carpenter & MacNeille is able to assemble a highly-dedicated team to address all the particular needs of each custom project, from feasibility to furnishings. In a uniquely efficient manner, this collaborative approach results in high-quality work, proven cost control, and distinctive, timeless buildings.

10/21/2026

This year, we celebrate 30 years at C&M, with an enduring commitment to excellence in design. We are grateful to our clients, collaborators, and dedicated colleagues who have been part of our journey. Here’s to the next chapter and the opportunities we’ll create together.

Director: Black Pearl

Designed and built by C&M, this detached two-car garage features a spacious home office above and a Hartley Botanic Engl...
10/20/2026

Designed and built by C&M, this detached two-car garage features a spacious home office above and a Hartley Botanic English greenhouse below for year-round gardening, all with beautiful views of Manchester Harbor.

C&M project: Greenhouse by the Sea
Photographer: Jeff O'Connor

Designed and built by C&M, this detached two-car garage features a spacious home office above and a Hartley Botanics Eng...
10/19/2026

Designed and built by C&M, this detached two-car garage features a spacious home office above and a Hartley Botanics English greenhouse for year-round gardening, all with beautiful views of Manchester Harbor.

C&M project: Greenhouse by the Sea
Photographer: Jeff O'Connor

We renovated this classic 18th-century American Colonial farmhouse to address structural concerns and reshape its interi...
10/15/2026

We renovated this classic 18th-century American Colonial farmhouse to address structural concerns and reshape its interior spaces to better suit our client's modern lifestyle, while preserving its historic character and timeless proportions.

C&M Project: Old Town Road
Architecture, Interior architecture, Construction, Woodworking: C&M
Photographer: Jeff O'Connor

We designed and built this new barn with board-and-batten siding to complement the half-Tudor style of the late 19th cen...
10/12/2026

We designed and built this new barn with board-and-batten siding to complement the half-Tudor style of the late 19th century main house. Copper accents and a distinctive cupola topped with a weathervane complete the look.

C&M Project: Salt Marsh Farm
Architecture, Construction: C&M
Photographer: Eric Roth

A detail of a new, classical portico.C&M Project: Gentleman's FarmPhotographer: Greg PremruRecognition: ICAA Bulfinch Aw...
10/07/2026

A detail of a new, classical portico.

C&M Project: Gentleman's Farm
Photographer: Greg Premru
Recognition: ICAA Bulfinch Award

An original trefoil window, one of the defining architectural details of the former Concord Baptist Church in Boston’s S...
10/05/2026

An original trefoil window, one of the defining architectural details of the former Concord Baptist Church in Boston’s South End (now transformed into residences) is beautifully framed by custom drapery- adding a soft, tailored layer that complements the room's historic character.

Photographer: Greg Premru
Interior Design, Construction: C&M

Though it looks as though it’s been there forever, this home was a brand-new build, thoughtfully designed to honor the s...
09/28/2026

Though it looks as though it’s been there forever, this home was a brand-new build, thoughtfully designed to honor the scale, materials, and character of its historic New England neighborhood.⁠
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C&M Project: West Beach

Architectural lighting is carefully considered in our projects to help shape the space. In Boston’s South End, a new arc...
09/23/2026

Architectural lighting is carefully considered in our projects to help shape the space. In Boston’s South End, a new architectural lighting design integrates discreetly into the ceiling, emphasizing a clean, contemporary aesthetic while thoughtfully highlighting our client’s art collection.

Photographer: Greg Premru

Address

106 Western Avenue
Essex, MA
01929

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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