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Old World home with an elegant modern twist overlooks Pleasant Lake

old world house exterior with a pool

Eskuche Design Group in collaboration with Hendel Homes has designed this family dream house that overlooks Pleasant Lake in Minnesota. The goal of this project was to create a highly functional home that has an approachable, down-to-earth vibe. Created for a family of five, this dwelling has five bedrooms and eight bathrooms with plenty of space to entertain and host large gatherings.

For the exterior facade, this home seamlessly marries Old-World style with modern functionality. Step inside, and you will find a casually elegant atmosphere, where clean, modern lines blend harmoniously with a beautiful blend of stone and metals. Continue below to see the rest of this amazing house…

DESIGN DETAILS: ARCHITECT Eskuche Design Group BUILDER Hendel Homes INTERIOR DESIGNER Vivid Home LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Yardscapes Inc.

old world house exterior with a pool

Above: This backyard offers plenty of entertaining areas, maximizing summertime enjoyment. Structural stucco poured walls surround the large swimming pool, while the deck of the pool and upper patio are clad with Percheron Travertine from Orijin Stone.

old world house exterior

Above: At the corner of the property is an outcropping limestone retaining wall. Landscaping includes hydrangeas, upright junipers, and other greenery for lush and beautiful outdoor living spaces.

old world house exterior with a pool

What We Love: This family dream home on Pleasant Lake offers amazing entertaining spaces, both indoors and out. Sumptuous living spaces are designed with kid-friendly materials that are durable yet aesthetically pleasing. Luxurious details can be found throughout this home, creating an aesthetically appealing design that is timeless. Overall, the project team did a fabulous job of custom tailoring this home for family life on the lake.

Tell Us: What design features in this home do you find most appealing? Please share your thoughts in the Comments below!

Note: Be sure to check out a couple of other sensational home tours that we have showcased here on One Kindesign in the state of Minnesota: Dream Home Tour: An exceptional modern Tudor rambler in Minnesota and Dream House Tour: A modern rambler with stunning details in Minnesota.

old world house exterior

Above: Two separate four-door garages flank the home.

old world house exterior

Above: The exterior facade features copious amounts of stone and beautiful copper gutters.

old world house exterior

old world house exterior with a pool aerial view

old world house exterior at dusk

old world house exterior at dusk

old world house exterior at dusk

old world house exterior at dusk

modern living room with a stone fireplace

Above: The walls are painted in Silver Satin OC-26 by Benjamin Moore, the designer’s go-to neutral hue. This was the perfect backdrop for the more dramatic color selections to shine through.

modern living room with a stone fireplace

Above: In this double-volume family room, floor-to-ceiling windows frame views of the backyard and beyond toward the lake. The limestone fireplace surround was sourced from François & Co. | Architecturals & Surfaces. Large wood beams bring warmth into this space.

modern kitchen

Above: In the kitchen, the Calacatta Lincoln white marble backsplash extends up to the ceiling, behind a Blue Star stove and custom plaster hood. The center island countertop is black quartz.

modern kitchen with large pendant lights

modern kitchen with large pendant lights

modern dining room

Above: The dining room looks into a lounge area just off the kitchen. This space also ideally connects to an outdoor porch, perfect for entertaining.

modern scullery

modern scullery

modern family room with a dual-sided fireplace

modern family room

modern library with a fireplace

Above: This atmospheric library showcases golden hues, brass-inlay panels, and stunning light fixtures. Its aesthetic draws inspiration from a hotel the owners experienced during their trip to Ireland.

modern library with a fireplace

modern library with a fireplace

modern powder room

modern mudroom

modern staircase

modern bedroom

modern bedroom with a vaulted ceiling

modern bathroom with a freestanding tub

modern bathroom with a vanity

modern bathroom shower

modern beverage center

modern laundry room

modern built-in bookshelf with a hidden door

modern attic family room with a built in window seat

modern attic family room with a built in window seat

modern family room

modern home bar sitting area

Above: On the lower level, rift-cut white oak flooring provides contrast with the darker finishes. The bar has a classy aesthetic with its tufted leather front and sleek light fixture sourced from The Urban Electric Company.

modern home bar

modern home bar sitting area

modern home bar sitting area

modern staircase

modern sports court

modern outdoor bar

Above: An outdoor kitchen features Dekton countertops, a durable material that stands up to the harsh weather of the changing seasons. Additional highlights of this outdoor space include a television, overhead heaters, and a fan, perfect for three-season entertaining.

modern outdoor fireplace

modern covered porch with outdoor lounge chairs

old world house exterior with a pool at dusk

old world house exterior with a pool at dusk

old world house exterior with a pool at dusk

old world house exterior with a pool at dusk

old world house exterior with a pool at dusk

old world house exterior at dusk

old world house exterior with a pool at dusk

old world house exterior with a pool at dusk

old world house exterior with a pool at dusk

old world house exterior at dusk

old world house exterior at dusk

old world house exterior with a garage at dusk

old world house exterior at dusk

old world house exterior at dusk

old world house exterior at dusk

old world house exterior with a pool at dusk

old world house exterior with a pool at dusk

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Robert Sweet
5 months ago

A spectacular example of conspicuous consumption!