2023 Home of the Month Look Book

VONDELINDE
Sunfish Lake Nordic Traditional |
New Build
A family was relocating to a narrow lot that afforded wonderful views of the
lake and is home to many old-growth white pines. Charged with maximizing
the views while preserving the mature pines, the design team developed
a thoughtfully composed home in the traditional Norwegian vernacular.
Positioning the home on the site to take advantage of the potential for a
walkout basement, coupled with strict local height requirements, required a
room-in-attic approach to the second-level spaces.
Haris Kenjar Photography
On the upper level, the ceiling starts at shoulder height in certain locations
and slopes upward. This compression of space creates a sense of intimacy
and a nostalgic association with traditional notions of “home.” Significant
care was taken to design around the site’s large white pines. The project
is composed of patterns found in Scandinavian architecture, including
detailed timber columns, brackets, and trim on the exterior and in multiple
areas throughout the interior, including the front entry
stair—the highlight of the design.
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Design team: Mark Stankey, AIA; Matt Byers, AIA; Anne McDonald (Anne
McDonald Design)
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