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Lakehouse Architecture Design Using historic Excelsior shingle-style lake houses as precedent, TEA2 Architects created a modest 1-1/2 story gabled form with low eaves and upper level rooms that are fully within the roof

 

The owners of this lake-front home loved the location of their original house on this property, but it proved to be beyond repair. They wanted to build a new home with a casual ‘lake-home’ feel, one that took full advantage of the Lake Minnetonka views yet allowed for privacy on this narrow city lot. They also wanted the new house to fit into the scale and character of their neighborhood.

Using historic Excelsior shingle-style lake houses as precedent, TEA2 Architects created a modest 1-1/2 story gabled form with low eaves and upper level rooms that are fully within the roof. Cross-gables were thoughtfully massed to define a west side-yard entry that also forms an exterior garden ‘room’. Gathering spaces are located toward the lake-side end of the home, with an open Living Suite (Living, Dining, Kitchen, Porch and Terrace) on the Main Level and the Master Suite overlooking the lake from above. The exterior uses stained cedar wall and roof shingles and copper and stone details to convey a timeless character similar to nearby historic homes. The result is unique yet familiar.

 

Lake Cottage Inspiration

Lakehouse Exterior

Siding: Cedar shingle wall siding, Cabot ‘Sagebrush’ semi-transparent stain

Stone at chimney: Glacier Stone (quarry) thin depth veneer, ‘Loon Lake’ granite. Random Ashlar

Garage doors: IDC ‘Series 7’, VG cedar. Natural finish: Australian Timber Oil

To the Lake!

Walkway pavers Bluestone Garden Pavers Paver material Durable Walkway pavers Bluestone

The entry procession from street to house invites visitors to the lake beyond. This call to enjoy the lake also inspired the form of the house. The linear plan was pushed to the east, allowing the entry path along the west a visual corridor out to the lake. The garage has been rotated to the east as well, with doors out of direct view from the street. Passing through the entry pergola, the procession through the side-yard garden and to the formal entry ends inside, where the sweeping lake view unfolds.

Walkway pavers: Bluestone

Exterior Stone

Exterior Home Stone at base and terrace Glacier Stone (quarry) full depth veneer ‘Loon Lake’ granite Random Ashlar

Stone at base & terrace: Glacier Stone (quarry) full depth veneer, ‘Loon Lake’ granite. Random Ashlar

Front Door

Fir Front Door Wood Fir Font Door Custom, CVG Douglas Fir, Marvin doug fir wood windows with Waterglass obscure glazing

The oversize three-inch Douglas fir door is timeless and it truly makes a statement.

Entry Door: Custom, CVG Douglas Fir, Marvin doug fir wood windows with ‘Waterglass’ obscure glazing.

Entry paneled wall: V-groove T&G boards, CVG Cedar. Natural finish: Australian Timber Oil

Door Hardware: Rocky Mountain – similar here.

Exterior lighting: Brass Light Gallery ‘Stone Haven’, Verdigris patina – similar here.

Arranging for Light

Cottage Foyer lakehouse cottage foyer with White Oak Hardwood Floors, beadboard paneling and Marvin doug fir wood windows with Waterglass obscure glazing doors and windows

Great care was taken in crafting the lake views – arranging the rooms and large windows for optimal view, yet also adding strategically placed translucent (stained & clear) glass and tall hedges to screen out views of nearby neighbors. The west side garden space also allows more sunlight to enter, avoiding most late-day shadows from the neighboring house.

Paint Color

Paint Color Walls ceilings trim Benjamin Moore White Dove sheen varies

Paint: Walls, ceilings & trim: Benjamin Moore ‘White Dove’ (finish varies)

Lighting: Visual Comfort.

Timeless Interiors / Modern Lifestyle

Open interior spaces with white millwork and white oak with a natural finish

Open interior spaces with white millwork and white oak with a natural finish flow together – a modern experience in a home crafted to feel timeless and casual. The use of natural materials and asymmetrical cabinetry details create a comfortable informality that the owners desired.

Kitchen Island Counterstools: Lee Industries.

Beautiful Counterstools:

 

Hardwood Floor

Hardwood Floor sources Hardwood Flooring R&Q White Oak, Hand finished, Wide plank, engineered Custom Belrose Wood Floors source on Home Bunch

Flooring: R&Q White Oak, Hand finished, Wide plank, engineered (Custom: Belrose Wood Floors) – similar here & here.

Countertop

Summer Wheat granite Island Countertop Granite countertops Summer Wheat granite Summer Wheat granite

Countertop is Summer Wheat granite.

Island is 3’-10”x11’.

Island Paint Color

Benjamin Moore Sioux Falls 705 Paint Color Green cabinet hand rubbing and glazing Benjamin Moore Sioux Falls 705

Island Paint Color: Benjamin Moore Sioux Falls 705 (hand rubbing & glazing).

Kitchen Island Pendants: Hudson Valley Randolph, satin nickel.

The formal dining room can be seen on the right.

Sink: Kohler Indio

Faucet: Kohler Evoke

Breakfast Nook

Small Breakfast Nook with banquettes custom banquettes with drawers on the sides Breakkfast nook banquettes small Breakfast nook #breakfastnook #banquettes

Isn’t this cozy breakfast nook so inviting? I love the windows and the custom banquettes with drawers on the sides.

Nook Seating Pendant: Hudson Valley Independence, satin nickel

Kitchen Design

Kitchen Ovens and freezer drawers were placed in the pantry freeing up space for storage under the cooktop and reducing the need for confining kitchen walls The variety of cabinet/counter finishes and asymmetrical lines contributes to a friendly informality

Ovens and freezer drawers were placed in the pantry, freeing up space for storage under the cooktop and reducing the need for confining kitchen walls. The variety of cabinet/counter finishes and asymmetrical lines contributes to a friendly informality.

Appliances: Subzero,Wolf and Miele dishwasher.

Backsplash & Countertop

Virginia Mist Granite Black Granite Countertop Virginia Mist Granite countertop Leathered Virginia Mist Granite Virginia Mist Granite

Countertops: Virginia Mist Granite.

Tile: Gemma #97 2.5”x10.5” backsplash – similar here.

Similar Cabinet Hardware: Knobs & Pulls.

Living Room

Cottage Living Room Lake cottage living room Cottage Living Room

In a more formal room, the fireplace wall likely would have been symmetrical. To create an informal cottage feel, the architect offset the bluestone fireplace and paired it with a concealed TV and different cabinets to either side. Still, everything feels carefully designed and well balanced.

Living Room Sofa and Chairs: Patricia Edwards

Inset carpet: Rosecore, Supreme Bliss ‘Storm’

Cabinetry & Fireplace

Fireplace White Oak paneling with Bluestone Fireplace sources on Home Bunch

Cabinetry: R&Q White Oak w/ leaded ‘seedy’ glass door panels

Fireplace hearth and surround: ‘Thermaled’ ‘select’ Bluestone

Dining Room

Dining Room with leaded-glass window Subtle nods to the nautical are found throughout the home — including in this leaded-glass window wall The art glass both screens a neighbor ’s house from view and glows in afternoon light

Subtle nods to the nautical are found throughout the home — including in this leaded-glass window wall. The art glass both screens a neighbor ’s house from view and glows in afternoon light.

Details: Leaded glass overlay panels with seedy glass and colored stained glass (9 colors).

Cabinetry: Built in hutch with antiqued glass mirror

Dining Table: Noir.

Dining Chairs: Kravet – similar here.

Chandelier Visual Comfort.

Stairway

Craftsman-style Staircase Cottage Craftsman-style Staircase Ideas Craftsman-style Staircase Design Craftsman-style Staircase Runner lighting source on Home Bunch

A sculptural stair at the Guest Entry rises to another view of the lake and the western sunset. The upstairs halls and bedrooms feature carefully integrated sloping ceilings, dormers and beadboard – details that brought back the owners fond memories of ‘gramma’s attic’.

Lighting: Visual Comfort.

Carpet Runner: Helios, 20210 Gallone

Stair Hall: Carpet (entire Upper Level): Prestige Mills, Aruma #73, Natural Sand

Master Bedroom

Beadboard bedroom The homeowner liked the idea of irregular ceilings, reminiscent of grandmother ’s attic Recessed bookshelves flank a fireplace to create a cozy reading area Deep window boxes add a pop of color

The homeowner liked the idea of irregular ceilings, reminiscent of grandmother ’s attic. Recessed bookshelves flank a fireplace to create a cozy reading area. Deep window boxes add a pop of color.

Architectural Details

Lakehouse architecture design ideas When the garden is fully grown, the path will feel like a lush invitation to home and lake Deep eaves, cedar clear-finished soffits, and details like the rain chain suggest a subtle Asian influence

When the garden is fully grown, the path will feel like a lush invitation to home and lake. Deep eaves, cedar clear-finished soffits, and details like the rain chain suggest a subtle Asian influence.

Windows

Lakehouse windows and doors Windows Marvin Clad Ultimate (DH, casement, awning), Liberty Bronze

Windows: Marvin Clad Ultimate (DH, casement, awning), Liberty Bronze

Terrace stone pavers: Orijin ‘Laurel’ stone, random ashlar pattern

Roof Details

Firepit Backyard Inground Firepit Inground firepit ideas backyard

What a dream backyard! I love the large pergola area and this firepit. Wouldn’t it be great to spend summers here? 🙂

Roof: Cedar roof shingles, 5” spacing

Roof details: Copper ridge cap, flashing and gutters

Soffits: V-groove T&G boards, VG Cedar. Natural finish: Australian Timber Oil

 

Architects: TEA2 Architects (Minneapolis, Minnesota) – Instagram, Facebook

Principal: Dan Nepp, AIA Senior

Project Manager: Tom Van De Weghe

Contractor: Anderson Reda

Interior Designer: Sue Weldon of Harris Weldon Interiors

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