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This stunning coastal shingle-style lake house on Silver Beach Road along Lake Michigan in Cedar Grove, Wisconsin, was designed by Deep River Partners, a Milwaukee-based residential architecture firm. Built as a multigenerational family retreat, the home blends timeless Coastal Shingle Style architecture with five-star amenities and state-of-the-art smart home technology.
The horizontal massing along the shoreline conforms to the natural visual edges of the landscape, while the siting of the home between the woods and the waterfront minimized environmental impact and maximized sweeping views of Lake Michigan. On the exterior, you will find weathered silver/gray shingles, copper accents, and a wood shingle roof punctuated by white trim and traditional divided lite windows. A palette that is as timeless as the style itself.
When it came to designing this custom lake home, the architects paid close attention to all the details. Created for family living, treasured memories will be made in this home that reflects a beautiful and intuitive design. Continue below for this incredibly inspiring home tour…
Cedar Shingle Beach House Curb Appeal
What We Love About This Home
This coastal shingle-style home offers an exquisite interior layout with light-flooded living spaces. Beautiful details throughout this dwelling create a warm, inviting living environment for family life and entertaining. The home’s lakeside setting creates a tranquil exterior while enhancing the overall incredible design aesthetic.
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What do you think? If this were your home, are there any details you would change? Please share your feedback in the Comments!
Note: Have a look at another stunning home tour that we have featured here on One Kindesign from the portfolio of the architects of this project, Deep River Partners: Lake Michigan retreat blends modern and rustic details.
Grand Staircase with Grasscloth Walls
The quintessential, timeless feel of grasscloth wall covering, French oak wide-plank floors, and white woodwork wraps the interiors. Specially detailed, built-up moldings and casework define and recall the craftsmanship of an era gone by. Integrated lighting techniques highlight the millwork detail and emphasize the spatial perimeters.
Light-Filled Coastal Dining Room
Elegant Entry Hall with White Millwork
On the first floor, a Great Stair Hall and Foyer give way to a series of public spaces – Living Room, Kitchen, Dining, and Screen Porch along the central colonnade.
Bright and Airy Coastal Living Room
Open-Plan Dining Room for Entertaining
Custom Coastal Kitchen with White Cabinetry
Serene Owner’s Bedroom Suite
The Owner’s Bedroom Suite with a private Library bookends the colonnade, providing secluded yet easy access.
Classic White Bathroom
Cozy Private Home Office
Guest Bedroom and Bath
Fun and Functional Kids’ Bunk Room
Set up like a lodge on the second floor, the four bedrooms are outfitted as a suite, each including its own Bath. Off the bunk room suite, sliding panel doors reveal the upper rumpus room. A rear staircase provides quick access to the kitchen, pool, and outdoor terrace.
Second Floor Family Gathering Space
State-of-the-art technology is used throughout, including radiant floor heat, energy recovery mechanical system, integrated audio/video, LED lighting, access control, and security/environmental monitoring. An intuitive user interface takes the complex infrastructure to an easy to use level.
Lakefront Exterior with Wood Shingle Roof
Smartphone and tablet control of all systems means a streamlined interface for all users, including remote access. Concealing technology as to not impact the interior detailing created an uncluttered look. Hidden TVs, invisible speakers, small-appliance lifts, and remote thermostats with local sensors are just a few of the innovations used.
Outdoor Pool and Lakeside Terrace
Custom Lake House Floor Plans
Lakefront Site Plan and Landscape Design
Architectural Sketch and Design Vision
Resources: Materials, Paint Colors & Design Inspiration
Here is a curated resource list to help you recreate the look of this Lake Michigan beach house:
Exterior Materials
Cedar shingles (weathered silver/gray finish) — naturally weather to a driftwood gray over time
Wood shingle roof
Copper accent details
White painted trim
Traditional divided lite windows
Interior Materials
Grasscloth wall covering (textured natural fiber wallcovering; look for options from Phillip Jeffries or Serena & Lily)
French oak wide-plank hardwood floors
White painted woodwork and millwork
Built-up custom moldings and casework
LED integrated lighting throughout
Paint Colors to Recreate the Look
For the crisp white woodwork and trim seen throughout the interior, popular choices for this style include:
Benjamin Moore White Dove OC-17 — a warm, soft white favored in coastal and shingle-style interiors
Sherwin-Williams Alabaster SW 7012 — a creamy white that reads clean without being stark
Benjamin Moore Simply White OC-17 — bright but not cold, ideal for millwork
For walls and grasscloth accent tones, consider:
Benjamin Moore Pale Oak OC-20 — a warm greige that pairs beautifully with natural oak floors
Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray SW 7029 — a versatile warm gray for coastal interiors
For a shingle-style exterior in keeping with this home’s aesthetic:
Naturally weathered cedar shingles require no paint — they silver over time to the driftwood gray seen here
For trim: Benjamin Moore White Dove or Sherwin-Williams Greek Villa SW 7551
PHOTOGRAPHER Mark F. Heffron
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