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SALA Architects, in collaboration with Lucy Interior Design, crafted this stunning lakeside family retreat, which sits on the shores of Lake Huron in Desbarats, Ontario, a setting of extraordinary natural beauty on the world’s longest freshwater shoreline.
Constructed on the original footprint of a previous structure, this lakeside haven re-emerges as a quietly spectacular retreat for family and friends. With the assistance of a 23-foot folding door, the assembled activities of the soaring great room – cooking, dining, and living – flow seamlessly outward onto the screened porch and down to the shore below. Continue below to see the rest of this inspiring lake house getaway…
DESIGN DETAILS
ARCHITECTURE SALA Architects
BUILDER Glover Construction
INTERIOR DESIGN Lucy Interior Design
The Exterior & Arrival
Above: Perched on a peninsula and surrounded by deciduous and fir trees, the cottage’s metal roof and Douglas fir-clad exterior blend with the wooded shoreline landscape. The architect tucked a decorative “rising sun” detail under the roofline, a modern, arrow-like interpretation of a traditional gable ornament that gives the home a quietly distinctive character from the water.
Open-Plan Living, Dining & Kitchen
What We Love About This House
This lakeside family retreat offers its inhabitants a warm and inviting getaway to spend quality time with loved ones. Nestled right on the water, idyllic views through large windows create a feeling of tranquility. We are especially loving the screened porch, the perfect spot to lounge while enjoying indoor-outdoor living. We think this would be a fantastic getaway to enjoy with family and friends. How about you?
Tell Us…
What do you think of the design of this lake house getaway? Are there any details in the design that you would change? Let us know your thoughts in the Comments below!
Note: Check out a couple of other inspiring home tours we have featured here on One Kindesign from the portfolio of this project’s architects, SALA Architects: Cozy cabin retreat showcases jaw-dropping views of Lake Superior and 600-square-foot off the grid cabin surrounded by wilderness in Minnesota.
Above: The soaring great room is the heart of this lake house retreat, with Douglas fir-wrapped walls and ceiling creating a warm atmosphere. The 23-foot NanaWall folding door system opens the entire living space to the screened porch and the Lake Huron shoreline beyond, making indoor-outdoor living completely effortless. A Moroccan rug, vintage accent chairs, and Lucy Interior Design’s custom coffee table bring personality and warmth to the space.
The Kitchen
The Living Room
The Dining Area
The Owner’s Bedroom
The Owner’s Bathroom
The Family Room & Built-Ins
The Screened Porch & Outdoor Spaces
Above: The screened porch is the heart of summer life in this lake house, a shaded, breezy transition zone between the great room and the rocky shore below. With the NanaWall folded open, the porch, great room, and lake become a single continuous living environment.
The Dock & Shoreline
PHOTOGRAPHER Spacecrafting
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