The Returning Shore

Perched just above the shoreline, this family lake house was transformed in 2021 to better reflect the way its owners truly lived. With two growing boys and years of memories already rooted in the property, the renovation focused on strengthening the home’s connection to the water, opening it up to light, air, and views while maintaining its cozy sense of shelter. A new screened porch now anchors the lakeside elevation, creating a breezy transition between indoors and out. Reconfigured rooflines cascade along new massing to help the house settle more naturally into its wooded site. The renovation preserves the familiarity of the original home while offering new clarity and cohesion, turning a well-loved house into a legacy retreat.