Amy Carman Design has beautifully renovated this vacation home for a family who is deeply connected to Elkhart Lake, a village in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin. Passionate racing enthusiasts and car collectors, they have been visiting the famed Road America raceway for generations.

Looking to put down permanent roots in the area, they invested in a home that is within walking distance from Elkhart Lake’s beach and vibrant downtown. The design team was tasked with a full-scale renovation, gutting the home from top to bottom.

The expanded kitchen boasts a Lacanche range, a spacious island with seating for four, and exquisite suede-finished quartzite countertops. The lower level is dedicated to honoring the owner’s love of racing, featuring a striking new library bar designed to showcase generations of racing memorabilia and collectibles.

When it came to furnishing the dwelling, the design team opted for an inviting atmosphere, employing a warm color palette with layered textiles and soft fabrics. The goal of this project was to create a down-to-earth, approachable interior that the entire family could enjoy.

ACCOLADES: 2022 ASID Gold Award for Best Residential Interior, home under 3,000 square feet

What We Love: This vacation home in Wisconsin provides a family with completely refreshed living spaces that are warm and welcoming. A light color palette and tall ceilings help to keep this dwelling feeling light and airy. The kitchen is s stunning with its two-tone cabinetry, beautiful range, and large island for casual dining and entertaining. Overall, we are loving the easy, approachable style and comfort that this home provides its inhabitants.

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Note: Have a look at a couple of other sensational home tours that we have showcased here on One Kindesign in the state of Wisconsin: A blissful rustic summer retreat on the shores of Lake Owen, Wisconsin and Explore this spectacular A-frame cabin on Lake Placid in a tranquil forest.

Above: This cozy owner’s bedroom includes a lovely screen porch, the perfect spot to enjoy morning coffee.

Above: This lower-level library bar features many attractive details. The cozy seating nook is upholstered in a plaid fabric by Porsche, a nod to the owner’s love of cars.

Above: In the girl’s room, the centerpiece of this transformation is the custom tambour headboard complete with a charging station, hidden storage, and two stellar reading lights.

Above: This home yoga studio features blush pink walls and alabaster fixtures.

PHOTOGRAPHER Ryan Hainey, Elisabeth Witt