Today, the Shobac property is very much a blend of old and new with Brian’s signature modern design set against the backdrop of what was once historic village ruins. We had the opportunity to visit the Shobac site with a guided tour by Brian himself. Prior to our arrival, we were well educated on the site’s history and Brian’s architectural style and influence, but it wasn’t until we met Brian and got to hear and experience his passion for cultivating this site first hand that we fully appreciated the richness and grandeur of this remarkable property. There is a sense of family woven throughout the property, providing a sense of warmth against the vastness of the property. That was immediately made evident upon our arrival with Brian out tending to the grounds, his wife preparing supper in the nearby studio, the family dogs milling about the property and their daughter’s horses grazing in the field.

The Shobac site reflects Brian’s beliefs that architecture shouldn’t be about consuming the landscape, but about finding was to frame and enhance it. Brian has achieved that perfect balance with a footprint that consists of four identical simplistic, modern cottages, a historic octagonal Troop Barn that Brian has breathed new life into, an old Chebogue Schoolhouse that was transported to the property and fully restored as a livable quarters and a sleek ultra-modern studio.