A renovated boathouse anchors the steep slope from the pool’s edge down to the lake.
The classical exterior of the front of the home belies the sweeping openness of the interior and its lake-facing facade.
On the second story, a glass catwalk leads to the owners’ suite; a small balcony to the left is a promontory for quick updates on the game and upstairs-downstairs communication.
Operating as both visual and architectural anchor of the house, the massive chimney is a study in textures and oppositions; the roughness of the brick contrasts with the clarity of the glass catwalk and the massive marble kitchen counter.
A bright white split door brings a sense of European countryside to this otherwise modern kitchen, while the span of marble countertops introduces a sense of sophistication.
Built-in seating in the living room is newly covered in Maharam Mohair Supreme fabric; Helix coffee tables from Design Within Reach bring a pop of playfulness atop a custom chenille rug.
The back patio and pool area is a study in layers and vantage points; bright white window trim draws attention to the rhythm and regularity of the house’s features.
A private porch offers further opportunity for taking in lake views.
This article appears in the June 2018 issue of CTC&G (Connecticut Cottages & Gardens).