Down by the Lake

Stylish upgrades and improved indoor/outdoor connections uplift a lower-level living area Magnificent water views topped a long list of things designer Jill Jarrett and her spouse loved about their new […]

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Down by the Lake-Hallway

A picture light and new board-and-batten walls up the charm factor in the hallway leading to the bathroom and bedroom.

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Down by the Lake-Office

Replacing a door with a wall of windows transformed the home office and redirected traffic flow to the outdoors through the main living area. “The executive desk was designed using […]

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Down by the Lake-Bathroom

Made wider to accommodate aging-in-place needs, the refurbished bathroom is fitted with a double sink, curbless steam shower and timeless touches. The custom vanity is made of reclaimed white oak.

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Down by the Lake-Stairway

The designers stepped up the design of the stairway to the lower level with a new stained-wood and metal railing. Hollow slab doors were replaced with thick five-panel designs with […]

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Down by the Lake-Kitchen

Relocating the kitchen and creating a more open-plan layout opened up opportunities for a “gorgeous kitchenette featuring a wine column and all the conveniences of a larger kitchen,” co-designer and […]

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Down by the Lake-Fireplace

“The fireplace got a makeover, taking it from a dated brick façade to a sleek, hand-finished metal-and-concrete focal point,” designer and homeowner Jill Jarrett says. Note the ceiling’s structural steel […]

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Down by the Lake-Bedroom

The doorway to the bedroom was enlarged to allow room for a walker or wheelchair if needed. Space was also carved from this room to widen the adjacent bathroom. A […]

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Alfresco Living

Savoring the views while grilling and chilling on Greenwood Lake When homeowners seek improvements to outdoor living spaces, a well-equipped open-air kitchen and entertaining space are often at the top […]

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