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Spectacular, Welcoming Summer Lake Home

June 08, 2015

By: Morgan Galbraith

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Like the beautiful landscaping surrounding it, wood plays a central role in this Canadian lake home's style, expertly crafted by Pineapple House Interior Design. Whether rough and rustic or polished and elegant, every room features local wood materials.

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Exterior of Large Home With Balconies, Porches and Gazebo

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Canadian Lake House With Private Balcony

This award-winning lake house was built on a small island in Canada. Perched overlooking a lake, the home was designed to take in the views with sprawling porches, a private balcony and an inviting gazebo.

White Foyer With Gallery Wall, Black Lantern & Neutral Settee

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Custom Transom & Sidelights in Foyer

Custom details are featured throughout the home, like the front door and the transom and sidelights that surround it. Antique glass was used in each pane for a special touch.

Hallway With Brown Console Table, Large Panting & Sculptural Lamp

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Console Table on Display at End of Hallway

The dark hardwood floors and wood trim are in high contrast to the white walls in this waterfront home located two hours north of Toronto. Eye-catching furniture and local artwork create a statement in every room.

White Sitting Room With Arched Doorway and Neutral Wingback Chair

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Cased Opening With Stained Paneling

Paneled arched entries enhance the transition from one room to the other. Espresso-stained wood and neutral upholstery create a dreamy palette in the sitting room.

Sitting Room With Neutral Chair, White Curtains and Bird Paintings

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Large-Scale Print on Upholstered Armchair

The living room is brimming with charm, from the pair of bird paintings to the distressed table lamp. The large-scale upholstery on the club chair is a fun and refreshing twist when paired with the skirted sofa.

Dining Room With Stone Fireplace, Vaulted Ceiling and Nautical Decor

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Rustic Dining Room With Vaulted Ceiling

Throughout the house, the designers manipulated size, materials, surfaces and textures to achieve a balance that would fit with the natural setting. The use of native stone and timber maintained a connection with the surroundings and emphasized locally sourced materials.

White Dining Room With Huge Chandelier, Stone Wall & Mirror

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Dining Room With Rustic Elegance

Select stones are pulled forward in the stone accent wall to add texture and provide ledges for candles. The transoms above the doors allow more sunlight into the rooms, which is helpful for illumination and heat in the home located two hours north of Toronto.

White Kitchen With Giant Chandelier, Dark Countertops & Farmhouse Sink

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Transitional Kitchen With Tremendous Chandelier

The lighting in the kitchen is layered and warm. The eye-catching chandelier casts a wide glow, while task lighting and interior cabinet lights illuminate distinct spots in the beautiful kitchen.

Carpeted Den With Yellow Curtains, Plaid Ottoman & Gallery Wall

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Welcoming Transitional Den With Gallery Wall

This den has a sofa bed in the event that the space needs to be used as guest quarters. A variety of seating styles are unified around an oversized plaid ottoman, while beadboard paneling adds a casual layer to the wallpapered walls.

Neutral Bedroom With Gray & White Curtains and Door Leading to Porch

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Transitional Master Bedroom With Private Porch

This master bedroom has a private porch and morning kitchen so coffee can be enjoyed as the sun rises. Graphic curtains can be pushed aside to open the double French doors that lead to the covered porch.

Neutral Accent Chair With Woven Detail in Bedroom Corner

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Accent Chair in Corner Reading Nook

The lovely breakfront once housed the television, but now it augments storage in the corner of the bedroom. Nearby, a plump accent chair with a simple floor lamp creates a charming reading nook.

White Double Vanity Bathroom With Wood Paneling and Chandelier

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Elegant Master Bathroom With Cased Vanity Opening

Wood dominates in this home, sometimes articulated rustically and other times shown lustrously finished like the mahogany panels that frame the double vanities in this master bathroom.

White Bedroom With Paneled Wall, Wood Shutters & Window Seat

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Transitional-Style Bedroom With Wide Plank Paneling

In addition to the interior design, the designers were asked to oversee and manage the construction process as well as specify the details of the interior architectural package.

White Bedroom With Window Seat in Front of Arched Window

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Comfy Window Seat With Built-In Storage

Additional storage and seating is added in this small bedroom with an extra-long window seat. The built-in bench allows guests to enjoy the view from the arched window while incorporating storage drawers below.

White Room With Red Armchair, Blue Dresser & Open Shelves

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Colorful Kid's Loft & Playroom

This colorful room is designated as a play area and is accessible only through the kid's bedroom. The playroom is outfitted with a shag rug, cozy armchair and storage window seat.

Covered Patio With Outdoor Furniture, Floor Lamps & Outdoor Rug

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Rustic Gazebo With Cozy Seating Area

Like the soaring trees that surround it, the home has a rugged elegance. The gazebo and its comfy outdoor furniture create an inviting outdoor room for reading, entertaining or simply enjoying the waterfront view.

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