This is a photo of the Great Room looking into the Entry and the kitchen. Note: the stairs that lead to the lower level were relocated from the kitchen to allow for more storage in the kitchen. Being an "open" room, we needed to "float" the furniture in this space. Photos by Dale Clark

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Design | Lynn Goodwin of Romens Interiors Builder | Steiner and Koppelman Landmark Photography

The owners requested a Private Resort that catered to their love for entertaining friends and family, a place where 2 people would feel just as comfortable as 42. Located on the western edge of a Wisconsin lake, the site provides a range of natural ecosystems from forest to prairie to water, allowing the building to have a more complex relationship with the lake - not merely creating large unencumbered views in that direction. The gently sloping site to the lake is atypical in many ways to most lakeside lots - as its main trajectory is not directly to the lake views - allowing for focus to be pushed in other directions such as a courtyard and into a nearby forest. The biggest challenge was accommodating the large scale gathering spaces, while not overwhelming the natural setting with a single massive structure. Our solution was found in breaking down the scale of the project into digestible pieces and organizing them in a Camp-like collection of elements: - Main Lodge: Providing the proper entry to the Camp and a Mess Hall - Bunk House: A communal sleeping area and social space. - Party Barn: An entertainment facility that opens directly on to a swimming pool & outdoor room. - Guest Cottages: A series of smaller guest quarters. - Private Quarters: The owners private space that directly links to the Main Lodge. These elements are joined by a series green roof connectors, that merge with the landscape and allow the out buildings to retain their own identity. This Camp feel was further magnified through the materiality - specifically the use of Doug Fir, creating a modern Northwoods setting that is warm and inviting. The use of local limestone and poured concrete walls ground the buildings to the sloping site and serve as a cradle for the wood volumes that rest gently on them. The connections between these materials provided an opportunity to add a delicate reading to the spaces and re-enforce the camp aesthetic. The oscillation between large communal spaces and private, intimate zones is explored on the interior and in the outdoor rooms. From the large courtyard to the private balcony - accommodating a variety of opportunities to engage the landscape was at the heart of the concept. Overview Chenequa, WI Size Total Finished Area: 9,543 sf Completion Date May 2013 Services Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Interior Design

This open concept Family Room pulled inspiration from the purple accent wall. We emphasized the 12 foot ceilings by raising the drapery panels above the window, added motorized Hunter Douglas Silhouettes to the windows, and pops of purple and gold throughout.

Carrie Miko / Walter E. Smithe Furniture & Design

This Highly Custom Entertainment Center is made from Natural Maple Veneer and spans the entire wall. Notice the detail on the wood treatment that follows the slope of the ceiling and wraps around the beam. The Crown Molding and Raised Panel. detail finishes this beautiful Wall Cabinet.

Open plan family room and alfresco in the Clarendon home design by JG King Homes Alpha Collection

Transitional style table lamp with Skyline design.

This great room transformation completely changed the flow of this home opening up the kitchen into the family room.

large informal open plan living room with soaring raked ceilings. Each zone flows flawlessly, with a summer room and a winter room carefully positioned to maximise the delights of each season, and a stunning two-sided fireplace taking centre stage. The spaces can be used as unique areas that have differing qualities dependent on the seasons. The grand central core enables for massive sight lines to external views both at the front and towards the rear.

We love this family room's sliding glass doors, recessed lighting and custom steel fireplace.

http://12millerhillrd.com Exceptional Shingle Style residence thoughtfully designed for gracious entertaining. This custom home was built on an elevated site with stunning vista views from its private grounds. Architectural windows capture the majestic setting from a grand foyer. Beautiful french doors accent the living room and lead to bluestone patios and rolling lawns. The elliptical wall of windows in the dining room is an elegant detail. The handsome cook's kitchen is separated by decorative columns and a breakfast room. The impressive family room makes a statement with its palatial cathedral ceiling and sophisticated mill work. The custom floor plan features a first floor guest suite with its own sitting room and picturesque gardens. The master bedroom is equipped with two bathrooms and wardrobe rooms. The upstairs bedrooms are spacious and have their own en-suite bathrooms. The receiving court with a waterfall, specimen plantings and beautiful stone walls complete the impressive landscape.

At Fein Construction we build each custom home with top notch craftsmanship and attention to detail. Check out our portfolio of this custom built house in Kinnelon, NJ to formulate your own home design ideas.

Family room area. Large windows surround fireplace. High ceiling. Connects to gallery and kitchen area.

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This penthouse loft was purchased as a half-built construction site with low ceilings. Caroline Kopp worked with her client to raise the ceilings and create rooms in the triangular area of this apartment. They arranged the space into a great room which opens into the kitchen and is a very comfortable place for this young family to spend time together. They chose white and soft grey paint colors to define the various areas across this large space. Traditional style baseboard moldings added a touch of formality to this modern space. Rikki Snyder

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