Meredith Getaway

This home preserves the cottage aesthetic of the area through the contemporary use of classic cottage features. Brackets, balconies and a mixture of simple exterior materials maintain the scale as both casual and comfortable. The interior design and orientation focus on the lakefront views from sunrise to sunset.

With a limited area for lakeside entertaining, seamless flow between exterior and interior is critical. Large glass doors slide fully open to blur the line between indoors and landscape. Exterior spaces are tied from lower and first-floor levels with skillfully placed bluestone pavers, stepping stones and stairs.

Navigating state and municipal regulations required conscientiousness solutions to meet the homeowners’ needs. Through creative and environmentally sensitive design solutions, the natural and aesthetic value of the property and lake were improved. Highlights include a rain garden, pervious paver driveway, and re-vegetation with a mixture of River Birches, Sweet Gale, Low-bush Blueberries and Hay-scented Fern.

Bonin Architects • boninarchitects.com
General Contractor: Old Hampshire Designs • Landscape Architect: Bonin Architects