Putting the great into great room

A new home by the lake makes a statement but it is the interiors that really respond to the views – the dramatic great room in particular

The roof deck, partially covered by a wood

The second floor contains the master bedroom with

Large sliding doors open out to the backyard

An open stair runs through the centre of

Kitchen and dining rooms with open staircase in

The ground floor is centred on a dramatic

Open stair with suspended Bocci lights. - Putting

Front exterior of the house reflects the same

Designed by Taylor Smyth Architects

From the architects

Maximising the views to the lake and embracing the landscape were guiding design inspirations. The house is focused on a two-storey great room, skylit along one side, and fully glazed at the back, with large sliding doors that open out to the backyard and swimming pool.

An exterior planter extends inside, along with a vertical screen of oak slats, to define the separation between the great room and dining room.

An open feature stair winds through the centre of the house up to the 3rd floor roof terrace, specifically requested by the client where they could enjoy spectacular views of the lake above the tree canopy.

Credit list

Architect

Taylor Smyth Architects

Contractor

Arthur Ross

Story by: Trendsideas

Photography by: Doublespace Photography

08 Nov, 2020

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