Carpenter & MacNeille

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.

We love incorporating antiques into our interior design work to bring character and sense of history to the space. Layer...
11/09/2026

We love incorporating antiques into our interior design work to bring character and sense of history to the space. Layered with patterns and collected objects, these pieces create interiors that feel distinctly personal.

C&M Project: The Cove
Architecture, Construction, Interior Design: Carpenter & MacNeille
Photographer: Greg Premru

Some places are magical after dark. Originally built as an early-1900s carriage house, this stone and slate residence ha...
10/31/2026

Some places are magical after dark. Originally built as an early-1900s carriage house, this stone and slate residence has been thoughtfully expanded and transformed while keeping its historic soul intact. Happy Halloween!

C&M Project: Bellwether
Photographer: Greg Premru Photography Inc.
Architecture, Construction, Interior Design, Woodworking: Carpenter & MacNeille

Natural light floods this beautifully designed dressing room, highlighting elegant C&M custom cabinetry, refined brass h...
10/29/2026

Natural light floods this beautifully designed dressing room, highlighting elegant C&M custom cabinetry, refined brass hardware, and a statement chandelier. A balance of luxury and functionality creates a space thoughtfully tailored to our client's lifestyle.

C&M Project: Blossom House
Architecture, Construction, Interior Design, Woodworking: Carpenter & MacNeille
Photographer: Greg Premru Photography Inc.
Stylist: Karin Lidbeck
Recognition: New England Home

A custom 8' Ă— 5' oval stained-glass dome crowns the three-story stair hall of this renovated Georgian estate, illuminati...
10/26/2026

A custom 8' Ă— 5' oval stained-glass dome crowns the three-story stair hall of this renovated Georgian estate, illuminating the timeless elegance of its architectural detailing and beautifully crafted millwork.

C&M Project: Blossom House
Architecture, Construction, Woodworking, Interior Design: Carpenter MacNeille
Photographer: Greg Premru Photography Inc.
Stylist: Karin Lidbeck
Recognition: The Institute of Classical Architecture & Art, New England Chapter

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: Carpenter MacNeille
Photographer: Eric Roth

A detail of a new, classical portico.C&M Project: Gentleman's FarmPhotographer: Greg Premru Photography Inc.Recognition:...
10/07/2026

A detail of a new, classical portico.

C&M Project: Gentleman's Farm
Photographer: Greg Premru Photography Inc.
Recognition: The Institute of Classical Architecture & Art, New England Chapter

Address

106 Western Avenue
Essex, MA
01929

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+19787687900

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