Styled after a classic Rocky Mountain lodge, this lake home in Virginia is designed for family, fun, and getting away from the stresses of daily life.
"The homeowner came into this project with a very clear vision and wanted to craft a thoughtful, fun space for his family with natural heavy timbers and lots of lake views,” explained Architect Peter Heintzelman, AIA LEED G.A. “There were a lot of big ideas expressed throughout this lodge, and we enjoyed playing those up to create a dynamic family environment."
Featuring a full structural Douglas fir timber frame, the home contains a number of whimsical elements like a three-story glass enclosed elevator, underground wine room, Jamaican style bar, a home theater, and a number of nooks that house vintage arcade games.
“It is truly a retreat for the family that is used for big getaways for family and friends, focused on nothing but fun, and an easy living experience,” Peter continued. “The aesthetic was Montana inspired camps/lodges with lots of heavy timber, gabled roof lines, and lots of natural materials. We exposed every space we could with this home to capture as many different views of the water as possible.”
“The homeowner came to New Energy Works shop in Farmington, New York early on in the design process to see our shop and was excited to learn about the services, the craftspeople, and the community the company offers,” Peter surmised. “It was truly a pleasure working on this project, and to be trusted with crafting such a fun, creative space for this family to enjoy.”
See our case study: Wit & Whimsy | New Energy Works
Project Credits:
Architect: New Energy Works
Builder: Robert R. Bauer, Building Contractors, Inc.
Engineer: Fire Tower Engineered Timber
Photography: Darren Setlow Photography
