This traditional home makes a grand impression with accents of stone, metal, and vertical siding. The foyer opens directly to the dining room and the stunning kitchen island is within sight. A fireplace and coffered ceiling create a cozy environment for the great room and a rear porch and a screened porch with a fireplace take living outdoors. The master suite is a true retreat with an opulent bathroom and a walk-in closet divided for couples or seasonally. The bedroom/study enjoys an adjacent bathroom and the utility room is nearby. Upstairs, two bedrooms have walk-in closets and share a full bathroom. A bonus room is available for entertainment or a future expansion.

Creating spaces that make connections between the indoors and out, while making the most of the panoramic lake views and lush landscape that surround were two key goals of this seasonal home’s design. Central entrance into the residence brings you to an open dining and lounge space, with natural light flooding in through rooftop skylights. Soaring ceilings and subdued color palettes give the adjacent kitchen and living room an airy and expansive feeling, while the large, sliding glass doors and picture windows bring the warmth of the outdoors in. The family room, located in one of the two zinc-clad connector spaces, offers a more intimate lounge area and leads into the master suite wing, complete with vaulted ceilings and sleek lines. Three additional guest suites can be found in the opposite wing of the home, providing ideally separate living spaces for a multi-generational family. Photographer: Steve Hall © Hedrich Blessing Architect: Booth Hansen

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Builder: Pete's Construction, Inc. Photographer: Jeff Garland Why choose when you don't have to? Today's top architectural styles are reflected in this impressive yet inviting design, which features the best of cottage, Tudor and farmhouse styles. The exterior includes board and batten siding, stone accents and distinctive windows. Indoor/outdoor spaces include a three-season porch with a fireplace and a covered patio perfect for entertaining. Inside, highlights include a roomy first floor, with 1,800 square feet of living space, including a mudroom and laundry, a study and an open plan living, dining and kitchen area. Upstairs, 1400 square feet includes a large master bath and bedroom (with 10-foot ceiling), two other bedrooms and a bunkroom. Downstairs, another 1,300 square feet await, where a walk-out family room connects the interior and exterior and another bedroom welcomes guests.

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When it came time for these clients to build their dream home, they chose our team to help bring it to life. They were interested in our guidance and ability to walk them through the process. They had many must haves for this home. Nine-foot ceilings in the foyer and great room were a must as was the exposed log roof system in the great room. Open concept on the main level was important for family time as was a dining table large enough to seat twelve. The first floor also includes a large kitchen, walk-in pantry, office large enough to become a master bedroom in the future, laundry room, and mudroom with plenty of storage and half bath nearby. Three season sunroom connecting to large patio allows even more space to enjoy family time. The second floor offers a master suite and two additional bedrooms, a sitting room, and a built-in nook for a grand piano. Our team was able to ask them the important questions about their living style to maximize their lake-front footprint and to incorporate all their must haves into a unique design. - Jacqueline Southby Photography

Contemporary meets classic in this updated three-bedroom California Craftsman-style design perfect for either a growing family or empty nesters. Drawing the best of the past while incorporating modern convenience, the 2,335 first-level floor plan leads from a central T-shaped foyer to the main living spaces, including a living room with a fireplace and an airy sun room, both of which look out over the back yard. The nearby kitchen includes a spacious island perfect for family gatherings as well as an adjacent covered designed patio for three-season al fresco dining. While the right side of the main floor is dominated by family area, the left side is given over to private spaces, including a large first floor master suite just off the sun room, where you can lounge in the spa-like master bath with its double sink or on the personal covered patio just steps away from the bedroom. Also included on the first floor is a convenient laundry area and a den/office near the front door. The home’s 1.308-square foot lower level is designed for relaxation, with a roomy television/movie space, a workout area, two guest or family bedrooms with a shared bath and a craft, workshop or bonus room.

Additionally, this site is full sun and infested with rabbits. We chose plants that are known to survive both challenges. Though rabbits will eat anything some of the plants that we have had good luck with include Sunpatiens, Titan Vinca, Marigolds and Annual Salvia.

Creating spaces that make connections between the indoors and out, while making the most of the panoramic lake views and lush landscape that surround were two key goals of this seasonal home’s design. Central entrance into the residence brings you to an open dining and lounge space, with natural light flooding in through rooftop skylights. Soaring ceilings and subdued color palettes give the adjacent kitchen and living room an airy and expansive feeling, while the large, sliding glass doors and picture windows bring the warmth of the outdoors in. The family room, located in one of the two zinc-clad connector spaces, offers a more intimate lounge area and leads into the master suite wing, complete with vaulted ceilings and sleek lines. Three additional guest suites can be found in the opposite wing of the home, providing ideally separate living spaces for a multi-generational family. Photographer: Steve Hall © Hedrich Blessing Architect: Booth Hansen

This rugged Georgian Bay beauty is a five bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home custom build by Tamarack North. Featured in the entry way of this home is a large open concept entry with a timber frame ceiling. Seamlessly flowing into the living room are tall ceilings, a gorgeous view of Georgian bay and a large stone fireplace all with components that play on the tones of the outdoors, connecting you with nature. Just off the modern kitchen is a master suite that contains both a gym and office area with a view of the water making for a peaceful and productive atmosphere. Carrying into the master bedroom is a timber frame ceiling identical to the entry way as well as folding doors that walkout onto a stone patio and a hot tub. Tamarack North prides their company of professional engineers and builders passionate about serving Muskoka, Lake of Bays and Georgian Bay with fine seasonal homes.

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Contemporary meets classic in this updated three-bedroom California Craftsman-style design perfect for either a growing family or empty nesters. Drawing the best of the past while incorporating modern convenience, the 2,335 first-level floor plan leads from a central T-shaped foyer to the main living spaces, including a living room with a fireplace and an airy sun room, both of which look out over the back yard. The nearby kitchen includes a spacious island perfect for family gatherings as well as an adjacent covered designed patio for three-season al fresco dining. While the right side of the main floor is dominated by family area, the left side is given over to private spaces, including a large first floor master suite just off the sun room, where you can lounge in the spa-like master bath with its double sink or on the personal covered patio just steps away from the bedroom. Also included on the first floor is a convenient laundry area and a den/office near the front door. The home’s 1.308-square foot lower level is designed for relaxation, with a roomy television/movie space, a workout area, two guest or family bedrooms with a shared bath and a craft, workshop or bonus room.

Contemporary meets classic in this updated three-bedroom California Craftsman-style design perfect for either a growing family or empty nesters. Drawing the best of the past while incorporating modern convenience, the 2,335 first-level floor plan leads from a central T-shaped foyer to the main living spaces, including a living room with a fireplace and an airy sun room, both of which look out over the back yard. The nearby kitchen includes a spacious island perfect for family gatherings as well as an adjacent covered designed patio for three-season al fresco dining. While the right side of the main floor is dominated by family area, the left side is given over to private spaces, including a large first floor master suite just off the sun room, where you can lounge in the spa-like master bath with its double sink or on the personal covered patio just steps away from the bedroom. Also included on the first floor is a convenient laundry area and a den/office near the front door. The home’s 1.308-square foot lower level is designed for relaxation, with a roomy television/movie space, a workout area, two guest or family bedrooms with a shared bath and a craft, workshop or bonus room.

Our clients were relocating from the upper peninsula to the lower peninsula and wanted to design a retirement home on their Lake Michigan property. The topography of their lot allowed for a walk out basement which is practically unheard of with how close they are to the water. Their view is fantastic, and the goal was of course to take advantage of the view from all three levels. The positioning of the windows on the main and upper levels is such that you feel as if you are on a boat, water as far as the eye can see. They were striving for a Hamptons / Coastal, casual, architectural style. The finished product is just over 6,200 square feet and includes 2 master suites, 2 guest bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, sunroom, home bar, home gym, dedicated seasonal gear / equipment storage, table tennis game room, sauna, and bonus room above the attached garage. All the exterior finishes are low maintenance, vinyl, and composite materials to withstand the blowing sands from the Lake Michigan shoreline.

Contemporary meets classic in this updated three-bedroom California Craftsman-style design perfect for either a growing family or empty nesters. Drawing the best of the past while incorporating modern convenience, the 2,335 first-level floor plan leads from a central T-shaped foyer to the main living spaces, including a living room with a fireplace and an airy sun room, both of which look out over the back yard. The nearby kitchen includes a spacious island perfect for family gatherings as well as an adjacent covered designed patio for three-season al fresco dining. While the right side of the main floor is dominated by family area, the left side is given over to private spaces, including a large first floor master suite just off the sun room, where you can lounge in the spa-like master bath with its double sink or on the personal covered patio just steps away from the bedroom. Also included on the first floor is a convenient laundry area and a den/office near the front door. The home’s 1.308-square foot lower level is designed for relaxation, with a roomy television/movie space, a workout area, two guest or family bedrooms with a shared bath and a craft, workshop or bonus room.

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This rugged Georgian Bay beauty is a five bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home custom build by Tamarack North. Featured in the entry way of this home is a large open concept entry with a timber frame ceiling. Seamlessly flowing into the living room are tall ceilings, a gorgeous view of Georgian bay and a large stone fireplace all with components that play on the tones of the outdoors, connecting you with nature. Just off the modern kitchen is a master suite that contains both a gym and office area with a view of the water making for a peaceful and productive atmosphere. Carrying into the master bedroom is a timber frame ceiling identical to the entry way as well as folding doors that walkout onto a stone patio and a hot tub. Tamarack North prides their company of professional engineers and builders passionate about serving Muskoka, Lake of Bays and Georgian Bay with fine seasonal homes.

Contemporary meets classic in this updated three-bedroom California Craftsman-style design perfect for either a growing family or empty nesters. Drawing the best of the past while incorporating modern convenience, the 2,335 first-level floor plan leads from a central T-shaped foyer to the main living spaces, including a living room with a fireplace and an airy sun room, both of which look out over the back yard. The nearby kitchen includes a spacious island perfect for family gatherings as well as an adjacent covered designed patio for three-season al fresco dining. While the right side of the main floor is dominated by family area, the left side is given over to private spaces, including a large first floor master suite just off the sun room, where you can lounge in the spa-like master bath with its double sink or on the personal covered patio just steps away from the bedroom. Also included on the first floor is a convenient laundry area and a den/office near the front door. The home’s 1.308-square foot lower level is designed for relaxation, with a roomy television/movie space, a workout area, two guest or family bedrooms with a shared bath and a craft, workshop or bonus room.

This rugged Georgian Bay beauty is a five bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home custom build by Tamarack North. Featured in the entry way of this home is a large open concept entry with a timber frame ceiling. Seamlessly flowing into the living room are tall ceilings, a gorgeous view of Georgian bay and a large stone fireplace all with components that play on the tones of the outdoors, connecting you with nature. Just off the modern kitchen is a master suite that contains both a gym and office area with a view of the water making for a peaceful and productive atmosphere. Carrying into the master bedroom is a timber frame ceiling identical to the entry way as well as folding doors that walkout onto a stone patio and a hot tub. Tamarack North prides their company of professional engineers and builders passionate about serving Muskoka, Lake of Bays and Georgian Bay with fine seasonal homes.