Architect at Spurling Design

03/21/2026

I admire the design of the Tabiat Bridge in Tehran that a young Iranian woman conceived. It has been a unique gathering place as well as a safe transport over a major highway to a Nature Preserve. Will it still be standing when the military conflict ends? See my latest blog, which also features one of my former projects.

11/12/2025

Sunrise, Graham Lake. For Anne Damm and Eddie Damm.

08/25/2025

My latest newsletter, skipping one.

06/26/2025

A recent trip to Barcelona

Barcelona: Antoni Gaudi created places that delight people Recently, my husband Ted and I traveled to Barcelona, Spain — long on my bucket list of places to see. Barcelona has something in common with Bar Harbor: tourists flock there to enjoy the beauty; to Bar Harbor for its natural beauty, to Ba...

05/01/2025

Many older homes in Coastal Maine showcase the Shingle Style architecture, and this isn't by accident. This vernacular style featuring Cedar shingles, abundant in our region, demonstrates remarkable resilience against harsh coastal weather conditions. With proper maintenance—primarily a fresh coat of stain every 10-15 years—these shingles can endure for up to a century, making them the most cost-effective siding solution in the long term....

Many older homes in Coastal Maine showcase the Shingle Style architecture, and this isn’t by accident. This vernacular style featuring Cedar shingles, abundant in our region, demonstrates rem…

04/07/2025

Spurling Design's approach to Architecture

ICONIC BUILDING OF THE MONTH Designed by American architect Frank Lloyd Wright in 1934, Fallingwater is quite possibly the most famous private residence in the world. But why?Well, the unique desig…

03/08/2025

A Blue Heron stands in this place at this time because of the real possibility of obtaining a meal. Docks for accessing boats were installed in this place because it was an ideal location for a con…

01/17/2025

As your architect, I am a visionary, a detective, and a therapist.

A visionary because I have some talent, and years of training cultivating the talent, to see in 3 dimensions what does not exist yet. I use a variety of tools to help you see your vision as built before a block is laid or studs nailed in place.

A detective because I will research, investigate, and discover the parameters and constraints of your site, the local codes that will apply; and through our questionnaire and meetings, come to understand your lifestyle, needs and dreams for a home.

As we journey together through pre-design discovery: discussing your needs and defining your priorities, then move into actually designing how to fulfill your goals, I’ll become part therapist as I lead us to a design solution that uniquely suits you. Ultimately, your home will offer therapy as it promotes peace, comfort, and well-being.

I’m Jeri Spurling, Maine licensed architect at Spurling Design. We specialize in Home For Good design. Key features of a Home For Good are:

Low Maintenance
Energy Efficient
Poised for aging in place
Possibly multi-generational
Warm and inviting, Not institutional
Promoting Healthy Living
A place you’ll love for life

Book a 30 minute call with me, and we’ll see what Spurling Design can do for you. 207 244-7408 or 207 610-0109.

This is a recent interview with Charles Hendricks, MD, about the design of a home for his family.

Home Design in Coastal Maine for Aging in Place

07/27/2024

The Ashley's Table addition to the Storyteller Pavilion is complete and open for visitation (10-4 daily). It really does seem like you are in Ashley's kitchen. A goal achieved.

07/27/2024

The first addition to the Storyteller Pavilion is complete. It really does seem like you are right in Ashley Bryan's kitchen. A goal achieved.

05/25/2024

Haitians have it really bad right now. Life in Haiti is perilous, overrun by dangerous gangs. And too many Haitians who try to leave for safety wind up stateless with no prospect. They are the outcasts of the Western hemisphere.

I'm part of a new effort to give access to healthcare for Haitian immigrants in the Dominican Republic. We've started a non-profit called Refugio de Salud/Health Refuge for Haitians. We are partnering with Live 2 Serve, an organization committed to providing maternal care. They are ready to build a birthing center. Here's my design for a multi- discipline clinic. We've broken ground!

This project will offer Haitians the dignity of work to build it and run the clinic. Then, it will be a beacon, offering care to those who would have none otherwise.

It will take several years to get to the complete build out shown here, Birthing Center is the middle building. The Ardell Thomas Day Clinic is in front, future expansion is the last building, all separated by courtyards.