A dream lake house built from the ground up. The clients came to Valerie with a vision — she sketched it, and turned it into reality. From architectural plans and construction to interior design and landscaping, every detail of this home was handled under one roof.
Construction drawings prepared by Wingate Ltd. — every elevation, floor plan, and structural detail designed in-house before a single nail was driven.
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The great room is the heart of the home — a double-height space with floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the lake and surrounding hills. Wide-plank floors, an iron ring chandelier, and slipcovered furniture keep the feel grounded and livable. Every room connects back to the water, the woods, and the light.
A home that belongs to its landscape. Dark board-and-batten and natural stone ground the exterior, while inside, the architecture opens up to the lake on every level. Built-in window seats, covered porches, and rooms designed around the view make this a house that changes with the seasons — and looks its best in all of them.
From the Homeowner
"We had the pleasure of working with Valerie and Wingate Ltd to build our dream lake house, and the experience exceeded all our expectations. Valerie handled every aspect of the project, from the architectural plans and construction to design and landscaping, with incredible skill and attention to detail. She only works with the best, and it shows — her carpenters, builders and specialty contractors are top-notch. We couldn't be happier with the final product."
— Lynn & Sheldon Hanau
