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Allenwood This unique project was one home designed for two families. The goal was to make the space functional for […]

Arcadia Elements of Victorian, Craftsman and Shingle Style give this cottage an inherently American appeal. A wide front porch with […]

Bay Cottage This lakefront farmhouse skillfully fits four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms in this carefully planned open […]

Blaine The classic 5,000-square-feet, five-bedroom Blaine boasts a timeless and traditional façade of stone and cedar shake. Inspired by both […]

Breezy Point “Breezy Point” is a wonderful example of American craftsmanship. The cottage, with its quaint symmetry and use of […]

Clareville Perfect for a city or narrow lot, the compact Clareville melds the best of the past and present. On […]

Cypress Pointe Filled with traditional accents, this approximately 4,000-square-foot Shingle-style design features a stylish and thoroughly livable interior. A covered […]

Duneside Classic 19th-century Shingle-style cottages provided the inspiration for this surprisingly spacious design. Outside, wood siding, transom windows and a […]

Duneview Less truly is more in this custom-designed home which recalls the simple bungalows and cottages of the past yet […]

Ellerton Symmetry and traditional sensibilities drive this homes stately style. Flanking garages compliment a grand entrance and frame a roundabout […]

Elston Wrapped in a mid-century aesthetic, the Elston is the perfect solution for the challenges that come with a client’s […]

Emmett Lakefront living is not often luxurious and conscious of size. The “Emmett” design achieves both of these goals in […]

Fairfield A perfectly proportioned story and a half cottage, the Farfield is full of traditional details and charm. The front […]

Fernlea Designed for a small scaled lakefront property this cozy cottage carefully fits its 2,500 square feet inside a two […]

Hickory Hill This cozy lake cottage skillfully incorporates a number of features that would normally be restricted to a larger […]

Highfield The Highfield is a luxurious waterfront design, with all the quaintness of a gabled, shingle-style home. The exterior combines […]

Lake Pointe Cedar shake siding, shutters and a number of back patios complement this home’s classically symmetrical design. A large […]

Lochley Forget just one room with a view—Lochley has almost an entire house dedicated to capturing nature’s best views and […]

Miramar Who needs just one room with a view when you can live with and enjoy breathtaking vistas from three […]

Onaway Designed with an open floor plan and layered outdoor spaces, the Onaway is a perfect cottage for narrow lakefront […]

Petoskey The “Petoskey” redefines the term, “cottage.” This stunning three-story waterfront home is the epitome of style and class, while […]

Pine Valley “Pine Valley” is not your ordinary lake cabin. This craftsman-inspired design offers everything you love about summer vacation […]

Pinecliff The “Pinecliff” is a unique solution to a common problem in waterfront property:  a narrow lot. What it lacks […]

Ridgecrest As a cottage, the Ridgecrest was designed to take full advantage of a property rich in natural beauty. Each […]

River Bungalow Nestled along the banks of a meandering river, this inspired bungalow connects to the outdoors through deep porches […]

Rylestone An enchanting mix of materials highlights this 3,700-square-foot design. A light-filled center entrance connects the main living areas on […]

Sheridan This beautiful shaker home would sit comfortably on many sites, particularly those with a view. The main floor offers […]

Stockton On the edge of a beautifully manicured fairway in Michigan sits the Stockton. This is a home that caters […]

Stoney Pointe This year-round getaway combines the feel of a relaxed beach cottage and a traditional lodge. A gathering room […]

Sunbreaker Let the sunshine in and enjoy easygoing elegance and casual charm from Sunbreaker’s four private suites, each with its […]

Sunny Slope No structure is better suited to water than a ship, which was the inspiration for this waterfront home. […]

The Gables The best of the past and present meet in this distinguished design. Custom craftsmanship and distinctive detailing give […]

Traverse This three-story shingle style home is the ultimate in lakefront living. Perched atop the steep shores of Lake Michigan, […]

Tricklebrook Good things come in small packages, as Tricklebrook proves. This compact yet charming design packs a lot of personality […]

Tupelo The challenge with many waterfront properties is the steep grade of the land. In the case of the Tupelo […]

Waterside Why choose when you don’t have to? Today’s top architectural styles are reflected in this impressive yet inviting design, […]

The Wheaton The Wheaton elevates its modern-barn inspired exterior with a curving hipped roof. Objectives of this home were open […]

Winhurst Inspired by the East Coast’s 19th-century Shingle Style homes, this updated waterfront residence boasts a friendly front porch as […]

Winston Featuring a classic H-shaped plan and minimalist details, the Winston was designed with the modern family in mind. This […]