Foreshew Design Associates has designed this stunning lakefront cottage nestled along Bowers Bay in Parry Sound, Ontario, overlooking Robertson Island in Georgian Bay, an eastern part of Lake Huron. The untouched site featured natural granite veins of the Canadian Shield and offered stunning western views, inspiring a design that would frame these vistas.
The cottage was envisioned to extend along the shoreline, providing lake views from every room and blending seamlessly with its surroundings. The design of Beach Bays Cottage incorporated muted earth tones and expansive glass walls, allowing the structure to meld with the natural landscape. The architecture sought to rise from the bedrock, creating a harmonious relationship with the environment.
DESIGN DETAILS: ARCHITECT Foreshew Design Associates INTERIOR DESIGN The Local Studio BUILDER Tamarack North Ltd STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING de Koning Group LANDSCAPING Schlager Inc. WINDOWS Tiltco
Excavation of granite was necessary, and the stone was repurposed as building material, grounding the cottage in its setting. The final 5,082 square foot structure stands as a testament to thoughtful design and respect for the natural world, offering a serene retreat that celebrates its surroundings.
What We Love: This cottage on Georgian Bay provides its inhabitants with a serene waterfront retreat, seamless indoor-outdoor living, and breathtaking views of the surrounding natural beauty. Inside, comfortable living spaces blend rustic warmth with contemporary style, creating the perfect setting for relaxing, entertaining, or simply enjoying the peaceful lakefront atmosphere. Overall, we are loving every detail of this lakeside escape, from the stone fireplace wall in the living room to its breathtaking location!
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PHOTOGRAPHER Daniel Weylie Photography
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