This is a state of the art lakefront house, bridging formal to informal. The mandate was to work from a European precedent, use natural materials, stone, mahogany, and slate to create a feel of authenticity. The result brings together stunning water views, informal family entertaining, very dressy formal rooms, leading to generous outdoor entertaining spaces beyond. It is a twenty-first century house on a grand scale, with a courtyard and carriage house, built to accommodate a large function, or be comfortable for relaxed family living.