New Buffalo Residence

This private residence is a new home on the Lake Michigan shore, designed for a Chicago couple as their vacation retreat and future retirement home.

New Buffalo Residence
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An entry court is flanked by two low wings splayed open toward the front garden, inspired by the classic “butterfly” plan beloved of English Arts-and-Crafts architects.

The shingle-style composition rises to a double gable centered above the entry.

 


The site perches atop a high dune and although deep, is only 100 feet wide.

 
 

A tall great room highlights the full sweep of the lake view. Its scale is moderated by exposed columns and trusses of antique salvaged hemlock, with an overlooking gallery sharing the view.

 
 
 
 
 
 

A beach house with outdoor shower.


The bay windows enliven the beach front, rippling across the façade.

 
 
 
 
 

The beach façade is crowned by a triple gable with a tower perch at its center, designed for enjoying sunset cocktails.