Selecting an exterior paint color for your lake home is both an aesthetic decision and a strategic investment. In lake communities across the United States—whether in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, Gulf Coast, Pacific Northwest, or California—the exterior of your home …
Snowfall brings a sense of serenity to lake homes across the U.S., but it also introduces environmental challenges. Traditional salt-based deicers and gas-powered snow removal tools can harm nearby waterways—especially around lakes, where runoff quickly enters the ecosystem. Excess sodium …
Seasons change and design trends evolve, yet some interior details seem to anchor our sense of home no matter the decade. They bridge generations, balancing comfort and craftsmanship in a way that outlasts passing fads. For lake homeowners—whether along the …
The snow may be falling outside, but inside your home, the glow of the holiday lights should still feel like a cozy, rustic cabin retreat. For the lake house owner, the weekend angler, or the person who simply dreams of …
The air is crisp, the fire is crackling (or maybe the electric fireplace is glowing!), and the lake shimmers with a wintry peace. There’s something magical about spending the holidays with family and close ones by the water, blending cozy …
At a lake house, where the horizon stretches wide and you’ve just hosted a generous holiday dinner, the question of what to do with leftovers often feels too familiar. The answer? Repurpose yesterday’s feast into something new today—without repeating the …
Thanksgiving at the lake deserves more than the usual gravy—it calls for sauces that match your relaxed lakeside vibe yet bring something fresh to the table. A memorable gravy can be the one element that ties your holiday feast together. …
Throughout the past several years, one of the biggest trends in interior design has been bringing the outdoors in. Oftentimes, this takes shape through incorporating nature-inspired furniture such as driftwood, adding biophilic elements to your living room, and using wallpaper …
There’s something magical about the night sky. Valerie Stimeck, the author of the book Dark Skies, refers to the stars as “one of the few unifying features of human history.” Unfortunately, modern skies, shrouded in city lights, don’t allow for proper …
Architecture: Stephen Bruns, Bruns ArchitectureBuilder: Tielens ConstructionPhotography: Tricia Shay Photography Positioned on a plush, grassy swath of lakefront property in Pukwana Beach, Wisconsin, this extraordinary summer vacation home on Lake Winnebago is the happy place for a New York couple …
