Designed by Wheeler Kearns Architects, this warm and inviting contemporary lake house in Chicago features unobstructed views of Lake Michigan. The 4,600 square foot residence takes its form from its site: “the base of the residence is rendered as a solid mass, forming a plinth that grounds the house on its prominent corner location,” states the […]
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Spectacular light filled lake house overlooking Lake Washington
This light filled lake house was designed by Prentiss Balance Wickline Architects, nestled along Lake Washington, in Kenmore, Washington. This contemporary residence is set in an environmentally and code restrictive site with a a forty-foot grade change. In response to this difficult slope the form of the 4,669 square foot structure is set on two axes. One […]
Compact yet stunning modern-rustic cabin perched over Swan Lake
Designed by Reid Smith Architects, this modern-rustic lake house is perched high above picturesque Swan Lake, located in Bigfork, Western Montana. This small and cozy retreat was designed as a private family vacation home, offering incredible water and mountain vistas. “Stone book ends and a simple shed roof open the cabin up to the southern views […]
A hillside sanctuary offering pristine views of the Puget Sound
This contemporary hillside residence was designed by Castanes Architects to embrace its landscape of a unique bay located on the Puget Sound, Washington. The design of the home was structured around a major and minor circulation axis, with various living zones branching off. The architects planned a series of inner courtyards which also intertwines with the main […]
Exceptional forest house overlooking Cle Elum Lake, Washington
This spectacular contemporary lake house was designed by lifestyle interior designer Jason Dallas Design, nestled on Cle Elum Lake in Ronald, Washington. Constructed in 2016, this home is ideally sited in the exclusive gated community of Domerie Bay. Consisting of 3,192 square feet of beautiful living spaces, this spacious dwelling features three bedrooms and three bathrooms. The […]
A gorgeous farmhouse style home on Big Cedar Lake
This farmhouse style lake home was designed in 2015 by Wade Weissmann Architecture, in collaboration with Barenz Builders, located in Big Cedar Lake, Washington County, Wisconsin. The architects goal was to design the property to be reflective of the homeowners lifelong passion for the iconic sport of rowing. They had spent most of their lives […]
Exquisitely designed rustic lakeside home in the Nevada mountains
This rustic lakeside home designed by Brink Custom Homes is located in the mountains, fronting Burnt Cedar Beach, in Incline Village, Nevada. The home’s design style reflects rustic elements of stone, iron and reclaimed wood, melded together to create this cozy mountain retreat. The exterior facade consists of cedar board and batten siding with open beams and shake […]
The ultimate waterfront dream home in North Carolina
This tranquil weekend retreat is a waterfront dream home for its owners, designed by Heather Garrett Design in the countryside of Lake Gaston, North Carolina. This well crafted vacation home is the perfect place for entertaining with a sumptuous swimming pool and fabulous lakefront views. The family main residence is in Chapel Hill, but they enjoy spending their […]
Spectacular lake house peacefully nestled on Lake Burton, Georgia
This gorgeous lake house was designed by architecture studio Pritchett + Dixon, nestled on a spectacular piece of property along Lake Burton, a reservoir in Georgia. The dwelling offers panoramic views over the lake as well as the surrounding lush mountains in the distance. The architects had previously worked with the homeowners on two other homes they have […]
Beautiful home on Horseshoe Bay offers casual lakeside living
Designed by Jay Corder Architect, this house is a blend of casual lakeside living with a sophisticated design aesthetic, located in the city of Horseshoe Bay, Texas. This spectacular lake house was designed on its site to maximize the views towards the lake from almost every angle. Rough materials were reinvented and crafted to blend these notions. Site slope […]










