Cape Cod House Hunt: Former Truro schoolhouse blends traditional and contemporary design TRURO — Perched on a hill near the center of town, the former Obadiah Brown School and Sacred Heart church was transformed into a beautiful residence and workspace about 20 years ago. Since then, it has been the realm of Margaret Frances MacNeil, the well-known interior designer, and her company, MFM Interiors. MacNeil was deeply involved in the redesign of her home, which also features a freestanding guest cottage that can be rented. MacNeil plans to stay in Truro, and said she has loved working and li...