Down a narrow path, beyond a swing hanging from an oak among ledge outcroppings, the original cottage sat under the trees on a point of land. While the owners dreamed of much-needed added space for extended family and guests, the 75-foot shoreland setback confined the possibilities for expansion. Knickerbocker Group’s solution involved two modestly sized homes: a family cottage and a bunkhouse just beyond the setback, to be built in series to minimize the impact on the land. The open plan in the family cottage was designed around a massive stone element in its center… large slabs of rough-cut granite backdrop the kitchen workspaces, a sweeping stone arch graces the fireplace with its over-sized drilled-and-split hearth, the loft ladder conforms to the shape of the stone. Douglas fir beams, reclaimed ceiling boards, antique oak floors: wood meets stone in clean contoured lines.

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Knickerbocker Group | ARCHITECT
Knickerbocker Group | BUILDER
Darren Setlow | PHOTOGRAPHER