New build on a premier lot on Lake Hartwell, SC. The design melds its modern form into the rolling topography. Nearly every space is arranged to take in the the sweeping views of the lake. Large overhangs provide much needed shelter from the sun.
An expansive, new build designed to fit within tight setbacks and a preserved bedroom suite that was too new to abandon. The constraints inspired a fresh architectural approach, resulting in unique, playful spaces that blend functionality with panoramic lake views. The homeowners were grateful the concept phased in construction of the attached Guest House to live in while the main house was completed. A new port cochere announces the main entry, and a colonnade frames and organizes multiple arrival points.
The new furniture is on order!
This Italianate home didn’t quite fit in with its surroundings, but the bones were so good, we had to make the best of it, and we did! The home underwent a comprehensive renovation to convert its original charm into an aesthetic more fitting for Lake Toxaway. The project included several thoughtful additions, most notably a spacious porch designed to accommodate lively gatherings with family and friends.
The design of this home offers multiple views of Lake Keowee. A short bridge to the main entry allows natural light to filter down to the basement wall that would otherwise have to be artificially lit.
The narrow lot, smushed between a noisy road and a gorgeous lake view, required some ingenuity with regard to sound isolation. The shutters are telling lies - there is only one window on the road side, in the laundry room. Windows are a weak link in sound control, and isolating traffic noise from the serenity of the lake experience was of upmost importance to the owners. We used double walls and green glue and the resulting sound transmission coefficient was off the charts!
To preserve some of the originality of our client’s newly purchased lake home (and to save some money), they decided to keep many features of the house, but some quirks needed to go… such as 8ft ceilings in the public spaces, a corner kitchen, and a depressing entry.
Similar to beach house design, this home on Lake Hartwell places the main living spaces on the top floor, where views are most impressive.
This Lake Toxaway home needed some major surgery, and when the bandages were removed, we had ourselves a fresh look with larger views of the lake.
