Dream House Tour: A European style home with timeless details in Minnesota

Tudor-style stone and shingle estate exterior with steep gabled roofline and circular driveway

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This gorgeous European-style estate home, designed by Pillar Homes in collaboration with Jim Kuiken Design, sits on a sprawling property overlooking Lydiard Lake in Wayzata, Minnesota. It’s a study in symmetry, elegance, and timeless design.

From the moment you step inside, soaring ceilings, exposed wood beams, and a warm, inviting palette create an unforgettable first impression. The entry isn’t just a pass-through; it’s a statement, grounding you before drawing you into the character-rich grain and patina that carry through every room beyond. The result is a home that feels elevated, timeless, and effortlessly welcoming.

Front view of European-inspired estate with multiple dormers and three-car garage

What We Love About This Home

Such an incredible home! We’re loving how the exposed beams tie the whole design together and carry that warmth throughout. Every space flows seamlessly into the next, from the soaring great room to the sun-filled kitchen, creating an open layout that still feels intimate and grounded. Outside, the resort-style pool, fire pit, and screened porch overlooking the lake make this the ultimate setup for relaxing and entertaining.

Tell Us: Which room in this home would you choose to spend your evenings in? The beamed great room by the fire, the screened porch overlooking the lake, or the basement bar built for entertaining?

Note: Check out a couple of other amazing home tours that we have featured here on One Kindesign in the state of Minnesota: Dream Home Tour: A Lake Minnetonka house designed for entertaining in style and Dream Home Tour: Absolutely stunning modern sanctuary in the Deer Hill Preserve.

Arched stone entry porch with three sets of glass French doors and copper gutter trim

Need To Know: This beautiful European-style estate home was on the 2024 Artisan Home Tour.

Entryway with herringbone tile floor exposed beams and black French doors

Foyer with arched French doors, leather bench, and exposed wood ceiling beams

A Beamed Entry and Open Dining Room

Entry hallway with crisscrossing wood beams leading to dining room

Dining room with brass chandeliers, dark wood table, and wall of windows

Living area with stone fireplace, exposed beams, and view into home office

Powder Room with Gold Ceiling and Damask Wallpaper

Powder room with silver damask wallpaper, gold ceiling, and onyx vanity top

Staircase with wrought-iron balusters, wood railing, and round chandelier

Chef’s Kitchen with Marble Island and Custom Range Hood

Kitchen with white cabinetry, glass pendant lights, and reclaimed wood beam

Above: This stunning kitchen blends classic elegance with warm, rustic touches—from the intricate backsplash and custom range hood to the exposed beams and statement lighting. The marble island steals the show, while the soft blue plaid stools add the perfect pop of charm.

Kitchen island with marble waterfall countertop and plaid upholstered barstools

Kitchen view toward carved wood range hood and gas cooktop

Kitchen sink area with marble countertop and view into stone fireplace living room

Butler's pantry with dark cabinetry, built-in ovens, and glass-front uppers

Glass display cabinetry framing pass-through view into living room

Open-concept kitchen and living room with glass cabinet pass-through

Living Room with Stone Fireplace and Vaulted Beams

Living room with vaulted beamed ceiling, twin sofas, and stone fireplace

Above: Manomin Resawn Timbers supplied the reclaimed wood featured throughout this home.

Living room with two-story stone fireplace, beamed ceiling, and tiered brass chandelier

Home office with dark wood paneling, leather chairs, and red patterned rug

Screened-In Porch with Lake Views

Screened porch with stone fireplace, wicker furniture, and lake view

Serene Owner’s Bedroom with Lake Views

Primary bedroom with tufted headboard, beamed ceiling, and blue patterned rug

Owner’s Bathroom with a Soaking Tub

Primary bathroom with double vanities, gray marble countertops, and ornate framed mirrors

Primary bathroom with marble flooring, freestanding tub reflection, and seating area

Freestanding soaking tub beneath tall windows overlooking the lake

Staircase with Wrought-Iron Railings

Curved staircase with wrought-iron arched balusters and wood newel posts

Basement with a Bar, Game Room, and Theater

Basement lounge with shuffleboard table, leather sofa, and stone fireplace

Basement bar with dark cabinetry, glass display shelves, and patterned barstools

L-shaped wet bar with copper countertop and lighted glass display cabinets

Game room nook with tufted leather banquette and round card tables

Home theater with black leather recliners and patterned carpet

Sports-themed den with leather sectional, stone fireplace, and wall-mounted TVs

Sitting room with sectional sofa, leather armchair, and wooded window view

Upper deck at dusk with fire table, dining set, and bedroom French doors

Resort-Style Pool and Patio

Twilight view of backyard pool, firepit with Adirondack chairs, and covered patio

Rear exterior at dusk with pool, lounge chairs, firepit, and dual staircases

Above: This backyard oasis was designed for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying every season. From the resort-style pool and lounge seating to the layered lighting and expansive covered patio, every detail creates a space that feels both luxurious and welcoming. As the sun sets, the warm glow from the home and landscape lighting transforms the backyard into a private retreat.

Rear exterior at dusk showing pool, multiple balconies, and stone columns