Surrounded by white birch, pine trees, and rolling topography, a quiet site offers filtered views of Lake Winnipesaukee’s rocky shore. Once home to the Abenaki people, Lake Winnipesaukee was named after its woven structure of water among islands. The site for the residence offers a secluded retreat with filtered views through white birch and pine trees bordered by gently rolling topography that steps toward an open clearing to the rocky lakefront. Clad in northern white cedar, a secluded family home’s simple form blends with the landscape, while a wraparound deck creates an inviting space for informal family gatherings. Oversized, multislide doors establish a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living spaces, providing natural cross-ventilation that allows the cooling lake breeze to flow through the home. Inside, subtly textured wallcoverings, simple light fixtures, and textured materials in a minimalist palette create depth against the neutral, contemporary backdrop. The structure is designed to evolve with the homeowners. The residence honors the natural history of the land as well as the family’s use of the site and home in the decades ahead.  

Location: Wolfeboro, New Hampshire
Architect: Barrett Made 
Engineer: Trillium Engineering Group
Construction: Carroll County Construction
Construction Start: Fall 2023
Construction Finish: Fall 2024