Tag: lake house

With both kids off to college and beginning a new phase of life as empty nesters, Meredith Petty’s clients were looking for a project. Although they come from the world of commercial building, the couple quickly realized they needed the help of a residential designer to transform their new build in Peachtree City, an hour south of Atlanta, into the warm modern home of their dreams.

At this Lake Martin vacation home, a bunk room and bath accommodate extra guests. “In lake houses, a camp-style bath allows multiple people to use the bathroom at the same time,” says Atlanta architect Bryan Jones of Jones Pierce Studios.

An intentionally minimalist lake house allows this high-profile couple to hang out in one big room—with a gorgeous view all around.

It’s Labor Day weekend, and Atlantans are hitting the lake. Looking to get in on the action? Here’s what you need to know to get a lake retreat of your own—or even to live there full time (yes, it's possible).

Three families, three locations, and three beautiful lakeside summer homes. Take a tour inside.

During a dip in property prices, David and Amy Suh bought a nearly one-acre lakefront lot and built their six-bedroom dream home on Lake Oconee.