Photo Credit: Paul Finkel
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Situated on the edge of New Hampshire’s beautiful Lake Sunapee, this Craftsman-style shingle lake house peeks out from the towering pine trees that surround it. When the clients approached Cummings Architects, the lot consisted of 3 run-down buildings. The challenge was to create something that enhanced the property without overshadowing the landscape, while adhering to the strict zoning regulations that come with waterfront construction. The result is a design that encompassed all of the clients’ dreams and blends seamlessly into the gorgeous, forested lake-shore, as if the property was meant to have this house all along. The ground floor of the main house is a spacious open concept that flows out to the stone patio area with fire pit. Wood flooring and natural fir bead-board ceilings pay homage to the trees and rugged landscape that surround the home. The gorgeous views are also captured in the upstairs living areas and third floor tower deck. The carriage house structure holds a cozy guest space with additional lake views, so that extended family and friends can all enjoy this vacation retreat together. Photo by Eric Roth

Planted beach and sea wall edge. A mix of native, drought and salt tolerant plantings for year round interest. Restoration and re-use of existing moorings torn and displaced by the force of Sandy.

Perched on a stunning point overlooking the Atlantic, this storey-and-a-half home has enough room to house a large family and several guests, while still feeling cozy for a couple. The building shape is defined and accentuated by the interaction between metal and wood siding. The simple barn shape is punctured at critical points to bring in light and heat, to protect doorways, and to provide outdoor space for beekeeping. A sunshade on the south-west corner which prevents overheating is hung from stainless-steel rods to maintain the integrity of the ocean views. A fully air-sealed modern wood stove serves all heating required, further reducing the environmental impact of this home while providing a comfortable hearth to gather the family on winter nights. Photo Credit: Jarrell Whisken

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The homeowner poses with pride in her completed kitchen. She did virtually all the demolition herself, laid the flooring, assisted with the cabinet installation, and tested her newfound tiling skills. An L-shaped dining peninsula makes the most of an awkward door placement - she's still on the lookout for the perfect stools.

Outdoor Cooking and Grilling has never tasted better by the beach. Here Outdoors by the Beach at POINT LOOKOUT is the ultimate set up for being outdoors and spending time with friends and family. Getting creative and yet having enough space for being leisure was the task at hand here. The floral surroundings really make this Outdoor Kitchen feel fabulous at home.

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Outdoor Cooking and Grilling has never tasted better by the beach. Here Outdoors by the Beach at POINT LOOKOUT is the ultimate set up for being outdoors and spending time with friends and family. Getting creative and yet having enough space for being leisure was the task at hand here. The floral surroundings really make this Outdoor Kitchen feel fabulous at home.

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Outdoor Cooking and Grilling has never tasted better by the beach. Here Outdoors by the Beach at POINT LOOKOUT is the ultimate set up for being outdoors and spending time with friends and family. Getting creative and yet having enough space for being leisure was the task at hand here. The floral surroundings really make this Outdoor Kitchen feel fabulous at home.