Inside a Scandinavian Muskoka Cottage with its Designer & Builder | River Hill

Step inside River Hill, a Scandinavian-inspired waterfront cottage in Muskoka, where a compact footprint gives way to expansive views, vaulted ceilings, and a seamless connection to the outdoors.

Join Principal Designer Alex Foreshew of Foreshew Design Associates and Founder/President Aaron Miller of Hummingbird Hill Homes as they share the ideas, craftsmanship, and collaboration behind this custom family cottage.

Situated on the Indian River as it leads into Lake Rosseau near Port Carling, River Hill brings a minimalist Scandinavian approach to traditional Muskoka materials. Designed to follow the natural topography and blend into its surroundings, the cottage balances welcoming gathering spaces with private retreats for family and guests.

In this film, Alex and Aaron explore:
• How thoughtful planning makes a compact cottage feel spacious
• The oversized roof overhangs that connect indoor and outdoor living
• The craftsmanship behind the great room ceiling and hand-chiselled stone fireplace
• The design and construction decisions that balanced aesthetics, performance, and the client’s budget
• Why close collaboration between designer and builder makes a difference

River Hill is a story of considered design, skilled execution, and making every space count.