Breuker Design-Build together with Kristina Crestin Design has renovated this stunning lake house situated on the North Shore of Massachusetts. This large-scale project entailed a complete reimagining of how to take a simple outdated home and breathe new life into it. The architect developed some modest additions that transformed the layout to fit this family’s busy life.
The interior design team developed a whole new trim package for the home that – along with the new materials, cabinetry, and lighting – redefined the feel of the home to become the clean, fresh waterside home they wanted.
DESIGN DETAILS: ARCHITECT Breuker Design-Build BUILDER Howell Custom Building Group INTERIOR DESIGN Kristina Crestin Design
Above: The goal was to refresh this 20-year-old, 10,000 square foot, lakeside “Builders Special” house with up-to-date and better quality materials and finishes. The homeowners loved the expansive space, indoor pool, and tennis court. The exterior and interior of the entire home were renovated. Roofing, Siding, and Doors were replaced. Outdated Palladian windows were replaced with cottage-style windows, more appropriate to the house.
Above: The original front entry was dated and featured a recessed Palladian arch. The homeowners decided to take advantage of this space by bumping out a dormer over the front entry, which created second-floor interior space for a reading nook. The new dormer and windows help to create a more cottage-style exterior.
Above: This expansive kitchen space features a cooking area with island, a breakfast nook, a sitting area, and a cocktail bar zone, creating an integrated work/play/dine gathering space for a large family. The homeowner wanted to keep the space fairly neutral and efficient as well as reflect the lakeside location, without being overly nautical. Offset by sea-glass-colored pendant lights, an expansive white-oak-and-quartzite kitchen island foms a central gathering place.
What We Love: This gorgeous North Shore lake house makeover features bright splashes of color, playful details, and crisp white shiplap walls. These thoughtful design details make this lakeside getaway the ultimate retreat for enjoying quality family time together. Outside an incredible deck stretches the length of the home, offering comfortable spaces for lounging, dining, and enjoying the lakefront views.
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Note: Be sure to check out a couple of other fabulous home tours that we have featured here on One Kindesign from the state of Massachusetts: A midcentury deck house gets a remarkable makeover on Cape Cod and A charming update to a classic New England farmhouse in the woods.
Above: White oak shiplap is used on the kitchen island. To meet this family’s lifestyle needs, this home was completely transformed. The designer added shiplap to the walls, replaced the lights with playful fixtures, and infused each space with bright pops of color.
Above: This expansive kitchen space features a cooking area with island, a breakfast nook, a sitting area, and a cocktail bar zone, creating an integrated work/play/dine gathering space for a large family. The homeowner wanted to keep the space fairly neutral and efficient as well as reflect the lakeside location, without being overly nautical. A Muriel Cloud chandelier from Oly Studio hangs above the breakfast table, defining and anchoring that space. The balls are handmade resin globes.
Above: This expansive kitchen space features a cooking area with island, a breakfast nook, a sitting area, and a lounge area overlooking the lake, creating an integrated work/play/dine gathering space for a large family. The homeowner wanted to keep the space fairly neutral and efficient as well as reflect the lakeside location, without being overly nautical. White oak and quartzite bar repeats the materials used on the expansive kitchen island in the cooking area of this room.
Above: This pantry off the kitchen hides small appliances and overflow groceries. The homeowner wanted to keep the space fairly neutral and efficient as well as reflect the lakeside location, without being overly nautical.
Above: The dining room features denim wall covering from Philip Jeffries and a tray ceiling. The elegant crystal chandelier stands out against the simplicity of the dining table and chairs.
Above: A palette of grays, blues, greens, and whites evokes a playful, cottage atmosphere. Tall windows and a glass door offer lake views.
Above: In the living room, a new mantel added scale to an existing fireplace. The shiplap surround repeats the front entry shiplap, evoking a sense of water. The coffered ceiling adds a touch of elegance.
Above: Shiplap walls evoke a sense of water. This pairs well with an elegant blue and sea-glass-green painting from Gregg Irby Gallery in Atlanta. A palette of grays, blues, greens, and whites evokes a playful cottage atmosphere—traditional shingle-style staircase with crystal newel caps.
Above: An LED light in the glass ball on the staircase newel post is set to a photocell. It becomes illuminated when the lights go down! Accenting this vertical stairwell is a cascade of hand-blown glass, looking magical during the evening. The antelope-themed carpet is from Landry & Arcari.
Above: Simplicity in details — this grey & white powder room highlights efficient use of space with a narrow vanity with a built-in custom toilet paper recess. The window mirrors the vanity mirror.
Above: This second-floor laundry boasts double stackable washer-dryers and semi-custom cabinetry by B&G Cabinet. A series of laundry basket storage allows for clothes to be folded and put in baskets and then dropped in each bedroom. Caesarstone quartz counters; porcelain Seaglass pendants from West Elm; ceramic flooring. The room connects to the rest of the house with a massive barn door from Real Sliding hardware.
Above: The eclectic master bedroom features white oak ceiling beams for interest and two sets of French doors leading to the deck. Furnishings include a sofa from Crate & Barrel, a headboard from Room & Board, and a Moorish bone-inlay chest from Wisteria. Blue walls and sofa reflect the lakeside location.
Above: Walnut custom cabinetry and a walnut panel on the tub add texture to this bathroom. The large, light, and bright shower features a large picture window, terrazzo floors; a glass door separates the toilet room.
Above: Bright, fun girls’ bedroom features Room & Board canopy beds strung with candy-colored dots and hot pink shag carpet.
Above: The girl’s bedroom also has a private study area with a built-in desk.
Above: Built-in quad bunk beds in the boys’ bedroom, each with its own small window and reading light, are tucked in under the roofline. The beds are dressed up in a bolder version of the home’s blue-and-green color scheme.
Above: Playful powder room with bright coral cabinetry features wallpaper with squiggly frames that kids can draw on.
Above: This guest room entry features a bright, open space and a rolling barn door.
Above: The original front entry was dated and featured a recessed Palladian arch. The homeowners decided to take advantage of this space by bumping out a dormer over the front entry, which created second-floor interior space for a kids’ reading and study nook. Efficient use of space features built-ins and a Saarinen work table.
Above: Efficient use of space features built-ins and cozy window seat.
Above: Mudroom cubbies for each family member provide practical organizational space for outdoor gear.
Above: The original indoor pool had huge moisture problems. The building shell developed mold and decay in the roof structure due to improper ventilation. The roof structure was rebuilt with better insulation and moisture management, and all windows were replaced.
Above: Schumacher’s “Waves” wallcovering is a fitting choice for this bathroom near the indoor pool.
Above: An ipe deck with cable-rail railing overlooks a lake and expansive woodlands. The original back-of-house had limited functionality or interest. Bumped out several rooms, creating two second-floor decks; replaced decaying patio with deck along length of house, covering original patio. Cable railing-transitional feel allows for views of the lake, separate areas for dining, relaxing,
Above: Trex “Spiced Rum” decking with ADI aluminum cable rail system installed at Lake Lotawana, MO.
PHOTOGRAPHER Jared Kuzia Photography
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