Alan Blakely Photography

Dan Hoffman

Audrey Hall

J,Weiland

Tod Swiecichowski

In the library, we replaced dark wood paneling with hand-waxed English oak panels in a warm golden hue. Furniture is designed for comfort, including an ottoman with a plush outer edge for propping feet and a firm center that serves as a table surface. Photo by Michael McCreary

Photo by Mary Prince © 2013 Houzz

This project occupies a low ridge at the tip of a small island and is flanked by a beach to either side. The two beaches suggested the image of the two-faced god Janus who was the inspiration for the design. The house is flanked by two large porches, one facing either beach, which offer shelter from the elements while inviting the visitors outdoors. Three buildings are linked together to form a string of buildings that follow the terrain. Massive concrete columns lend strength and support while becoming part of the language of the forest in which the house is situated. Salvaged wood forms the majority of the interior structure and the floors. Light is introduced deep into the house through doors, windows, clerestories, and dormer windows. The house is organized along two long enfilades that order space and invite long views through the building and to the landscape beyond.

Bedroom

Custom millwork on the timber staircase add to the solid but airy feel of the lake house. James A. Salomon

Fairview Builders, LLC

The Isokern modular gas fireplace was built in place using real brick. This pumice stone fireplace is environmentally advantageous and safe. The fireplace mantel was custom-designed and made by Dillard-Jones Builders. Interiors by SH Designs/Sandy Hankins.

restored old growth redwood wall with whitewashed redwood ceiling photo bruce damonte

Designer: Tracy Rasor Photographer: Dan Piassick