Taking advantage of the natural southwest orientation of the site to the lake, this new three-level 3,500 SF house replaces a 1920’s family cottage north of Grand Rapids. The design concept relies on an efficient layout of stacked programmatic spaces on the east side of the site, allowing the west side to be used for a dramatic entry sequence leading to upper and lower patio areas that expand the interior living spaces by means of large sliding door systems. A west privacy wall gives direction to these new exterior spaces by focusing the view to the lake. The wall is also programmed to include storage, lighting and a convenient outdoor kitchen.