Sarah Susanka, FAIA

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Deephaven House

Built in 1991, this original Sarah Susanka designed house was recently up for sale.
Project Year: Pre-2005
Country: United States
Zip Code: 55391
Architect: Sarah Susanka, FAIA; Photo by Jim Kruger, LandMark
Deephaven House
This is the side of the house that faces the lake.
Deephaven House
The front porch leads one either to the front door, or on into the back yard, and down to the lake. In the Spring and Fall the view from this spot is stunning.
Deephaven House
The front door and front entry, replete with window seat!
Deephaven House
The client for this home wanted a house that would allow her to make the most of the glorious views of the lake, and she told me at the beginning of the design process that she wanted the feeling of a tree house. Stairs were not something she was worried about, so the staircase winds up through the...
Deephaven House
In this shot, you can see the front door on the level below at the right of the frame. The views of the lake surround you, wherever you look.
Deephaven House
Just off the main living area is a fireplace niche--a precursor to what I later called an away room. This was one of my favorite spots in the house.
Deephaven House
Although this angle is a difficult one to capture, and feels very different in person, I've included it so that you can see how the levels interrelate. At top right you can actually see a tiny glimpse of a Juliette balcony that looks out over the living room from the Master Bedroom above.
Deephaven House
The piano had an important spot in the house, for in home concert purposes. I was invited to a concert there shortly after the house was completed, and was delighted to both see and hear how well the house accommodated lots of eager listeners all over the house in a relaxed setting. The accoustics...
Deephaven House
The grandfather clock held an important position at the end of the long view through the house, at the opposite end from the front entry.
Deephaven House
The dining area serves both formal and informal purposes, and is located directly adjacent to the large screen porch, which is also perfect for outdoor meals in the summer months.
Deephaven House
The view from the dining area allows interior views to all parts of the main level.
Deephaven House
At the top of the first flight of stairs, you arrive at the main living area, which serves both formal and informal functions.
Deephaven House
The kitchen is located across from the living room, offering spectacular views to the trees and lake beyond. Although it's difficult to tell from a photo, the experience of being in this kitchen is a bit like being at the helm of a boat. It's definitely the primary activity place, and is connected...
Deephaven House
Architect: Sarah Susanka, FAIA; Photo courtesy of Bob Parish
Deephaven House
Architect: Sarah Susanka, FAIA; Photo courtesy of Bob Parish
Deephaven House
Architect: Sarah Susanka, FAIA; Photo courtesy of Bob Parish
Deephaven House
Architect: Sarah Susanka, FAIA; Photo courtesy of Bob Parish
Deephaven House
Niche off landing at second floor, with overlook to the main entry below, and to the living room.
Deephaven House
Architect: Sarah Susanka, FAIA; Photo courtesy of Bob Parish
Deephaven House
The master bedroom--a room in the treetops, again with spectacular surrounding views.
Deephaven House
Architect: Sarah Susanka, FAIA; Photo courtesy of Bob Parish
Deephaven House
Architect: Sarah Susanka, FAIA; Photo courtesy of Bob Parish
Deephaven House
Architect: Sarah Susanka, FAIA; Photo courtesy of Bob Parish
Deephaven House
A small sleeping porch off the master bedroom for warm summer nights.
Deephaven House
Half a flight down from the entry way is the lower level, which offers guests their own quarters.
Deephaven House
Architect: Sarah Susanka, FAIA; Photo by Jim Kruger, LandMark
Deephaven House
Architect: Sarah Susanka, FAIA; Photo by Jim Kruger, LandMark
Deephaven House
Architect: Sarah Susanka, FAIA; Photo by Jim Kruger, LandMark
Deephaven House