This stunning lakefront home is a perfect example of how thoughtful architecture, beautiful design, and truly seamless smart home technology can come together in one space. From the very beginning, this project was about more than just building a luxury house. The homeowners rebuilt on the exact footprint of their previous home, preserving the same iconic lake view that had always been the heart of the property. Even a single chair that once sat overlooking the water became a design anchor for the entire new home.

Architect: Grant Group Architecture
All Photography on this project is by Marilyn Preyer

A Living Room Designed Around the View, Not the Technology

From the moment you step inside, the design intent is clear. This is a tech forward home where the technology is meant to disappear. In the main living area, the fireplace and television are part of a clean, modern wall that feels architectural rather than electronic. The television itself retracts when not in use, keeping the room focused on the view and the design.

Even with powerful audio throughout the space, there are no visible speakers. The main speakers are hidden within the sheetrock ceiling, completely out of sight. The subwoofers are even more cleverly disguised. Instead of traditional enclosures, they are built directly into the HVAC vents, making them visually indistinguishable from standard air returns. The result is a room that fills with rich, impactful sound during a gathering or party, yet shows no hint of the technology responsible for it.

A Kitchen Built for Entertaining With Intelligent Lighting

The kitchen is equally impressive, both as a design statement and as a fully automated space. It is clearly built for people who love to cook, entertain, and spend time together. The woodwork is stunning, and the lighting is layered beautifully between ceiling fixtures and linear under cabinet lighting.

What makes this space truly special is how the lighting changes throughout the day. At any moment, the homeowners can adjust the color temperature of the lights to match the natural rhythm of daylight. During the day, the lights may sit around 2700 Kelvin with a warm, inviting tone. As the sun shifts, the lighting can move up through 3000, 3500, and even 4000 Kelvin to better match the brightness outside. In the evening, the lighting gradually transitions back down below 2700 Kelvin to prepare the body for rest and relaxation.

This circadian lighting approach makes the home feel natural, comfortable, and perfectly tuned to daily life. When it is time to entertain, the entire lighting system can shift into full party mode. Every light in the home can change color, from subtle accents to bold blues, greens, and oranges. Artwork, architectural features, and entire rooms can be set exactly how the homeowners want them to look for any occasion.

Seamless Indoor to Outdoor Living With One Button Control

One of the most impressive design elements of the home is how seamlessly it connects the indoor and outdoor spaces. Large window walls completely retract, transforming the kitchen, living area, and porch into one continuous environment. A pass through window allows food and drinks to flow easily between the indoor kitchen and the outdoor cooking area, which has become a centerpiece for entertaining in modern luxury homes.

With a single button press, outdoor screens descend to block insects and control sunlight, allowing music and entertainment to continue seamlessly from inside to outside. The outdoor kitchen itself is fully integrated into the smart home system, making it just as functional as it is beautiful.

Simple Keypad Lighting That Controls the Entire Home

Throughout the home, lighting control is handled through elegant keypad systems rather than rows of traditional light switches. Instead of flipping multiple switches, one button labeled with a specific scene controls entire areas of the home. A single press can activate porch lighting, kitchen lighting, or evening ambiance across multiple rooms instantly.

This approach makes daily living simpler while also keeping the walls clean and uncluttered.

A Primary Suite Designed for Comfort, Privacy, and Rest

Moving into the primary suite, the same design philosophy continues. Lighting once again shifts naturally from day to evening with preset scenes. Motorized shades can be lowered with a single button to create privacy and prepare the room for sleep. The shade fabric was carefully chosen to maintain a clear view of the lake during the day while still providing full privacy when needed.

In the primary bathroom, matching motorized shades operate just as quietly and smoothly. The mirrors are equipped with tunable lighting that can shift from warm 2700 Kelvin tones for everyday use all the way to 5000 Kelvin for precise makeup application and grooming.

One of the most striking features in the bathroom is the dual shower, designed to feel like a rainforest experience. The lighting within the shower can change color, with a cool green tone often used to enhance the calming, nature inspired atmosphere.

As the homeowners move through the space, scene based control continues to simplify daily routines. A single button can turn off the entire primary suite when leaving, while another brings everything back on instantly when returning.

A Basement Media Room Built for Family Fun and Movie Nights

Downstairs, the home transforms into a family entertainment hub. This is where the grandkids love to spend time, and the design reflects that playful spirit. A custom bunk bed area sits just outside a stunning media room.

While this is not a fully enclosed dedicated theater, it delivers an experience that rivals one. A massive 98 inch television anchors the room, paired with a high performance JBL audio system. Tower speakers provide powerful front stage sound, while a subwoofer is hidden directly within the wall. Atmos speakers deliver immersive overhead effects, creating a true surround sound experience.

Just like upstairs, the lighting in this room is fully programmable, allowing the homeowners to select any color or ambiance they desire. When it is time for movie night, one button press transforms the space. Blackout shades lower over the windows, a projection screen descends from the ceiling, the projector powers on, and the room instantly becomes a private cinema.

The blackout shades here are designed for total light control, unlike the semi transparent shades used in other living areas of the home. Each space uses a different shade fabric selected for its exact purpose.

One Touch Control With Remotes and Mobile Devices

As you move throughout the home, one thing becomes immediately clear. Despite the massive amount of technology involved, you rarely see control panels or clutter. Every room is equipped with simple Halo touch remotes for fast access to televisions, shades, and lighting.

For even deeper control, the homeowners can use the Control4 app on their phones or iPads to manage every function in the home from anywhere.

Advanced Smart Home Security Across the Entire Property

Security is just as thoughtfully integrated as entertainment and lighting. Instead of consumer level doorbell cameras, the home uses advanced security cameras with exceptional resolution and full smart home integration. Cameras are placed strategically across the entire property and can be viewed instantly on mobile devices.

One of the most advanced features is a PTZ camera capable of using AI tracking to follow individuals as they move across the property. If someone approaches, the camera automatically zooms in and tracks them in real time. At the gated entrance, cameras allow the homeowners to see visitors and grant access remotely.

Because the property spans multiple buildings including a detached garage and even a helicopter pad, fiber optic cable is used throughout the entire site. Fiber allows for long distance runs without signal loss and also provides protection from lightning strikes that could damage traditional copper wiring.

A Smart Home Designed to Feel Effortless

This lake home showcases what is possible when architecture, interior design, and smart home technology are planned together from the start. Every system works quietly in the background to enhance daily life rather than complicate it. From hidden audio and intelligent lighting to immersive media rooms and advanced security, every detail was thoughtfully executed with the goal of making the home feel effortless.

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