Eagle Bank

A fresh start in Maine.

When Massachusetts-based Eagle Bank set plans to expand into Maine, the Kennebunk location became a testing ground for a new kind of branch experience. The project began with questions. Our team sought to understand how staff worked, how customers moved, and how the space could express trust without formality. Those early discussions defined the direction: a branch built to suit to feel open, comfortable, and connected to its community.

Designing for warmth and light.

Set within a narrow, deep unit of a strip mall, the space came with real constraints. Limited daylight guided many design decisions: glazed corners and glass-fronted offices help natural light reach deep into the interior, while warm wood tones and detailed millwork soften the clean lines. The result is a welcoming environment that balances modern efficiency with the easy familiarity customers expect from a neighborhood bank.

Collaboration and outcome.

Eagle Bank’s team stayed closely involved throughout the process, helping shape each design choice to fit how they work and serve customers. The finished branch supports everyday interaction. It’s professional but approachable, bright but practical. For our studio, the project extends our experience within the financial sector and opens the door to future collaborations built on the same spirit of partnership.