This modern lake house retreat, designed by Northside Design Collective, is nestled on the pristine shores of Lake Keowee in South Carolina. A longtime client invited the designers to collaborate on this new project for a family with grown children scattered across colleges and careers. The family envisioned a place where everyone could come together again as an anchor between their various homes.
The designer was deeply familiar with the region, having spent summers there with family. Not only did he understand the terrain, but also the kind of memories that can unfold by the water. This helped inform decisions on selecting furnishings, artwork, and decor that would infuse the contemporary architecture with warmth and personality.
Functionality was essential for a lakeside home. Each piece needed to be durable, stain-resistant, and welcoming enough to host gatherings across multiple generations. The color palette grew from the owners’ love of soft blues and greens, as well as artwork they had already chosen for the Great Room. Because the lake takes on a deep, luminous green from the windows, we wove those tones throughout the home to create a cohesive, calming flow.
The designer is skilled at creating atmospheres that invite connection and celebration, and this project was no exception. He crafted a home where modern design meets relaxed lakeside living—where every space encourages gathering, unwinding, and making memories that will carry the family into the next generation.
What We Love About This Home
This lakeside retreat was thoughtfully crafted for complete and effortless relaxation. We are loving the soothing color palette and breathtaking views of the water from the screened porch. We think this would be a wonderful retreat for family gatherings, with its comfortable indoor and outdoor living spaces and stylish yet durable furnishings. Overall, the designer did a beautiful job of creating a lake house that will be enjoyed for years to come.
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Note: Be sure to check out a couple of other amazing home tours that we have featured here on One Kindesign in the state of South Carolina: Sleek waterfront house with nature inspired details overlooks Lake Keowee and Enchanting stone house with rustic and modern elements on Lake Keowee.
Above: The kitchen features two-tone cabinetry, a large island, and a picture window capturing breathtaking views of nature.
Outdoor living is just as important as the interior in a lake house. With spaces for dining, enjoying the view, sitting fireside, sunning, or curling up with a book, these areas had to be as comfortable and low-maintenance as they were beautiful.
The designer furnished the screened porch and patios with durable, inviting pieces that are easy to use year-round. This is the ultimate space for entertaining family and friends.
Furniture and art sources for this home include Four Hands Furniture, Vanguard Furniture, Amity Home, Lancaster Upholstery, Textura Rugs, Blue Spiral 1 (art gallery), and Wendover Art Group.
PHOTOGRAPHER Jack Robert Photography
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