The Owners sought a modern, custom-made family home that could facilitate their constantly evolving needs and capitalize on the remarkable lakeside site, allowing them to integrate water sports into their daily routine. The design had to incorporate warmth, ample lighting, expansive open spaces, energy efficiency, resulting in a comfortable family home that was simple to live in and host gatherings.

Upon arrival, the clients desired a sense of openness and lightness in the living space, which we achieved by incorporating high ceilings that created volume. This allowed us to design a kitchen, living, and dining area that felt spacious despite its relatively compact size. The integration of taller windows and unobstructed views of the dining space towards the outdoor living areas and water’s edge further enhanced this connection with the outdoors. 

The living areas were oriented towards the north and the water, with the outdoor spaces designed to provide shelter from the prevailing cold winds of Lake Hood. The bedrooms were situated on the first floor, with the teenagers’ two bedrooms branching off from a small rumpus area that offered them their own private space. The master bedroom was placed to take advantage of the water views and to provide a luxurious retreat for the owners.