This casual lakeside retreat with sophisticated details was designed by Alexander Design Group together with City Homes, nestled on Lake Minnetonka in Excelsior, Minnesota. Some noteworthy elements include rustic hand-hewn beams and cased openings, coupled with contemporary metal stair railings and exquisitely crafted custom cabinetry.

The main level offers expansive open areas, perfect for entertaining guests, featuring a spacious kitchen and dining area adjacent to the grand great room. Upstairs, you will discover four bedrooms and three bathrooms, accompanied by a centrally located laundry room. These spaces are adorned with casual materials but adorned with captivating hardware and lighting fixtures.

DESIGN DETAILS: ARCHITECT Alexander Design Group BUILDER City Homes INTERIOR DESIGNER Martha O’Hara Interiors

Above: The open floor plans key rooms are framed in oak. Nearby, metal railings offer a sleek and contemporary contrast to the home’s warm wood tones.

Above: A television is concealed within a custom armoire cabinet; circular metal cocktail table juxtaposed by linear sofa legs; all grounded beneath reclaimed beams.

The adjoining spaces include a billiard room adorned with painted wainscot, a cozy movie room for indulging in beloved movies and sporting events, a generously sized exercise room separated by a substantial barn door, and a guest suite.

Above: The dual islands were painted to complement the gray gloss backsplash, make daily living easy. Battle-tested during the home-tour, our floorplan ensures traffic flows effortlessly.

What We Love: This casual lakeside retreat showcases beautiful detail throughout, from the inviting living room to the gourmet dual-island kitchen. With its fully decked out lower-level, this dwelling is perfect for entertaining family and friends. We are loving that this home is nestled on a private, wooded, lakefront property that comes complete with windows that extend to the floor, providing an indoor-outdoor lifestyle.

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Note: Be sure to check out a couple of other spectacular home tours that we have highlighted here on One Kindesign in the state of Minnesota: Step into an amazing urban farmhouse with inspiring details in the Midwest and Step inside a Minnesota dream house with super inviting interiors.

This 7,443 square foot, five bedroom, five bathroom dwelling emanates understated elegance, effortlessly combining casual comfort with an undeniable allure.

Above: In addition to the double-islands in the kitchen, the designer created a tucked away prep pantry and cleaning area – equipped with dishwasher – for carefree entertaining.

The designer positioned a lounge and dining areas beneath the covered portion of a wrap-around deck (with retractable screens), effectively extending the home’s living areas.

Above: In the Jack and Jill bathroom, warm wood walls are paired with cool-toned finishes — a neutral palette with a lake house feel.

Above: In the owner’s bedroom, the peaked roofline accentuates treetop views, while reclaimed wood beams offers continuity between levels.

Above: In the bathroom, the porcelain tile floor has a subtle pattern to complement the dark-stained cabinetry and gray quartzite counters.

Above: The lower level is perfect for entertaining, showcasing a spacious media room and bar. The bar showcases repurposed wine barrel materials sourced from the homeowner’s wedding venue. This space includes access to the outdoor pool and portico.

PHOTOGRAPHER Spacecrafting Photography