For nearly 50 years, our team of employee-owners has designed and built spaces with a deep connection to the land and our clients’ stories. From the artisans and craftspeople we work with to the materials we choose, every detail is approached with intention and care. Because the beauty of Maine is in the details.
Knickerbocker Group is an award-winning design-build firm recognized for architectural excellence, craftsmanship, sustainability, and thoughtful design.
Our wide range of services supports the entire process of creating and maintaining a home and property—they are offered individually or comprehensively. Whether a small project or a full-scale build, we assess your needs early on and recommend tailored solutions to fit your vision.
We know Maine inside and out, and our full service Real Estate brokerage is here to help you find the perfect property. We also have a team dedicated to navigating land use and development laws equipped to make recommendations on each project’s specific needs.
Our design department includes architecture, landscape architecture, and interior design—collaborating closely to shape spaces that reflect your values, lifestyle, and sense of place. Every decision tells a story, and we’re here to listen, guide, and bring your vision to life through integrated, thoughtful design.
Whether it’s a historic renovation or a custom island home, our construction team has the experience and resources. We create structures that can be generational homes, will remain low maintenance, and have a minimal impact on natural landscapes.
We are committed to helping you maintain your home’s value and comfort year-round. We will create a plan that works best for your property’s needs and gives you peace of mind.
With its commitment to client-driven design and to supporting Maine creators and protecting Maine’s environment, Boothbay and Portland-based Knickerbocker Group has distinguished itself as a design-build firm with a unique ethos.– DOWNEAST MAGAZINE
It’s a gorgeous design, beautifully constructed. You were a great team, and we boast about how building the house was no problem for us thanks to all the committed people involved who put their hearts into it at every step. What a fine group of professionals, and how lucky we are!– Lisa, Homeowner
The final result is meticulously constructed in every way—perfect with respect to the plans, made from top quality materials, and built with unsurpassed workmanship. It is everything I had hoped for.– Douglas, Homeowner
Steve Malcom: Please know that your guys continue to hit the ball out of the park. We are truly appreciative of not only the timeliness and quality of work but also how well your guys treat my parents. They always feel like they are your most important customers.– Tom, Homeowner
We use a collaborative approach in managing all our projects, whether working with in-house professionals or with a client’s pre-selected team. We value relationships, both in state and out of state, and welcome opportunities to work with outside designers.
Select Collaborative Projects:
Throughout Mystic Cove’s design-build process, a wonderful collaboration was forged between the homeowners, Newberry Architecture, and Knickerbocker Group with all participants aligning to craft something truly special.
Unearthing an older home requires the flexibility to adapt as years of wear are peeled back and unexpected discoveries emerge. This was certainly the case with a West End renovation, where a 1938 John Calvin Stevens-designed home was reimagined for a busy young family. The vision of interior designer Sarah Ettelman, in collaboration with the architectural and construction expertise of Knickerbocker Group, guided the transformation.
Knickerbocker Group partnered with consulting architect Gro Dev and builder Wright-Ryan to meet the evolving needs of the Boothbay Region YMCA. The YMCA is a vital hub for the community, offering everything from swim lessons and pickleball games to meet-ups, camps, and fitness classes. Driven by a desire to update and expand its offerings, the renovation aimed to align the facility with the changing demands of its diverse user base.
Explore our custom designs, historic restorations, and commercial builds.
We approach each project individually, customizing our services to best fit our client’s needs and vision. Let’s discover a thoughtful solution, together.
We offer a variety of options to bring your vision to life, from completely custom homes designed and built to your specifications, to pre-designed homes that provide a faster and more affordable path to homeownership in Maine, to innovative and eco-friendly Prefab Pods built for sustainable living.
Some of our most important and long-term client relationships begin with a small project. Your home may need a refresh to improve the curb appeal, or a rethinking of the interior flow and connections between indoors and out. From custom furnishings to unforgettable poolscapes, we help homeowners refine their Maine story.
At Knickerbocker Group, we understand real estate is more than a transaction; it is a personal investment, for you and your family’s next generation. Whether buying or selling, we help you manage that investment, making sure your best interests are considered and protected at each step along the way. Our full-service real estate brokerage and planning team maintains active relationships with landowners and others to find the best properties in Maine, before and after they hit the open market.
Each home we create supports the people of Maine—from the local professionals we work with to the neighbors we connect. We feel extremely fortunate to do what we do while building relationships and community in the place we love.
We create exceptional homes and spaces with passion and precision.
Honest and transparent, from start to finish.
We listen, we care, we find solutions collaboratively.
We consider the impact of what we create and the legacy we leave.
We are stewards of Maine’s future, guiding connections to its land, homes, and people.
We love where we live, and we love what we do. We share our joy in the Maine experience.
We are stewards of this land. We foster connection in our communities and celebrate all that our home has to offer.
Every Knickerbocker Group project is rooted in sustainable principles that optimize building performance, reflect our care for Maine, and address global environmental concerns, guided by a dedicated Sustainability and Innovation team driving a multi-year growth plan toward milestones of excellence.
Founded in 1978, Knickerbocker Group has always been driven by the core values of a strong work ethic, exceptional skills and ingenuity, consistent quality, personal integrity, and complete dedication to employees and clients alike.
Our collaborative studio culture is centered around flexibility and wellbeing: putting people at the heart of everything we do.
Tour Pine Ledge Barn, a coastal Maine barn overlooking an idyllic harbor.
Knickerbocker Group is honored to be named Maine’s Best Custom Builder on Modern Luxury…
Knickerbocker Group is honored to be named Maine’s Best Custom Builder on Modern Luxury…
The Honeymoon Cottage, designed and constructed by Knickerbocker Group, was awarded a prestigious Merit…
The Honeymoon Cottage, designed and constructed by Knickerbocker Group, was awarded a prestigious Merit…
We listen, collaborate, and care. Simply put, we do what’s right—for our clients, community, and this unique place we all call home.
