The entry of the home has more presence due to the major undertaking of lowering the drive and regrading the site. There is now a clear approach to the front door. The driveway is composed of permeable granite pavers and helps prevent water runoff and flooding.

Fire and water are the unifying features that start at the entry of the home and connect the landscape elements throughout the property. The front entry walk bridges a water rill that terminates at fire bowls on pillars of cascading water.

A water rill with bubbling fountains at the front entry sets the stage for the lake views one sees as they enter the home. A naturalized planting palette surrounds the property and helps nestle it into its lakeside location.

The detached garage was converted into a family room with a terrace that can be utilized in different types of weather.

Meandering stepping stone paths lead around the house on a picturesque garden offering framed views of the lake beyond.

During the home’s renovation, large windows were installed to help frame dramatic views of the landscape – blurring the lines between indoor and outdoor living.

Irregular bluestone paving and a corten fire bowl delineate the sunken entertaining space.

The sunken entertaining space is flanked by a glass wall to deflect strong winds off the lake and raised infinity pool.

The bluff along the lake is retained by locally sourced granite boulders and native plantings. Slab steps traverse the slope and lead to a recreation swimming area and boating pier.

Lawn steps flare off the pool and lead to the lake.

The irregular bluestone terrace and infinity edge swimming pool delineate the rear upper terrace.

The rear upper terrace offers a place to retreat and cozy up by the fire. In the evening hours, the swimming pool transitions into a striking focal element with a dramatic fire feature along its infinity edge.

The end results of this four yearlong design and installation process are both stunning and contextually sensitive.

Before - Front of the Home

Before - Front Construction

Before - Rear View/Bluff

Rendered Site Plan