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The Mill at Saco Falls, Biddeford, Maine


Gretchen Roy of the Szanton Company in Portland came to us in the spring of 2010 to discuss their project of using histoical photographs to decorate their latest renovation in Biddeford. The renovation had already begun on the 166 year-old mill into 66 mixed income apartments overlooking the dramatic river and falls separating Saco and Biddeford, Maine. Gretchen's plan to use historical photos and artifacts helps to show people what life was like when the building was operated as a textile mill. After an initial site visit, we suggested photograph sizes, frame color and mat choices that would fit their budget. Incorporated in the fitness center are large flush mounted Artiplaqs, a system of mounting photographs which is in keeping with the modern feel of the equipment. Our installation crew spent two days in October and November hanging, with security fasteners, over 70 pieces throughout the mill's common areas.

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