Hidden Lakeside Retreat: A Stunning Four-Season Family Escape | Elevated Camp House

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The Elevated Camp House is a lakeside retreat designed by Murdough Design Architects, blending modern architecture with nature. The project consists of a 2,733 square-foot residence and a 382 square-foot guest cabin, connected by an elevated boardwalk. The house is built on the footprint of a previous cabin, minimizing environmental impact and preserving the surrounding forest and landscape. The design features private and semi-private spaces organized around a central family room with panoramic lake views. Natural materials like grey siding, concrete, and steel blend into the forested environment, while large windows and elevated walkways create a strong connection between the interiors and the surrounding nature. Sustainable design strategies include passive cooling, radiant heating, and landscape conservation without irrigation. The result is a peaceful, intimate home that allows the family to enjoy the beauty of their natural surroundings year-round.

Project Detail
Name: Elevated Camp House
Architects: Murdough Design Architects
Year: 2020
Photographs: Chuck Choi Architectural Photography
Lead Architects: Thomas Murdough
Contractor: Denali Construction - Jim DePaolo
Landscape Contractor: Miracle Farms - Chris Maroun
Structural Engineer: RSE Associates - Richmond So
Design/Architecture: Jenny Tjia, Rob Potish, Ben Tulman
Surveyor: T.F. Bernier Inc. - Tim Bernier
Country: United States