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Lake Norman - Indoor-Outdoor living Remodel

This home was built in the mid 1990's, has great bones and is in a wonderful neighborhood. My client was looking to totally update the interior of the home and add outdoor living spaces to fully take advantage of its lakefront location. We added a large back deck which created beautiful indoor-outdoor living, fully renovated the bathrooms, staircase and flooring, updated the lighting and curated all new furnishings, accesories and window treatments. A crisp color palette with textural organic materials creates a comfortable and sophisticated family home.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

Dark paint and a pop of pink invite you into this families lakeside home. The cedar pergola over the garage contrasts beautifully with the dark paint.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

The vivid pink Dutch door catches your eye and invites you in.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

The outdoor dining room, sundeck and living room were added to the home, creating fantastic 3 season indoor-outdoor living. The dining and living room areas are roofed and screened with the sun deck area in between left open.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

Outdoor dining and living rooms are accessed from the central sundeck. Retractable screens on the living room walls were installed on both of the openings so the space can be fully connected to the sundeck when they are opened.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

The outdoor sundeck leads off of the indoor living room and is centered between the outdoor dining and outdoor living room. The 3 distinct spaces all serve a unique purpose and flow together and from inside to outside. String lights hung over this sundeck bring a fun and festive air to the back deck.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

The outdoor sundeck leads off of the indoor living room and is centered between the outdoor dining and outdoor living room. The 3 distinct spaces all serve a unique purpose and flow together and from inside to outside. String lights hung over this sundeck bring a fun and festive air to the back deck.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

The outdoor sundeck leads off of the indoor living room and is centered between the outdoor dining and outdoor living room. The 3 distinct spaces all serve a unique purpose and flow together and from inside to outside. String lights hung over this sundeck bring a fun and festive air to the back deck.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

A gas burning fireplace makes 3 season outdoor living a breeze.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

The outdoor living room was designed to provide lots of seating. The insect screens retract, opening the space to the sun deck in the center of the outdoor area. Beautiful outdoor furniture adds style and comfort to the space for year round enjoyment. The shutters add privacy and a sculptural element to the space.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

DETAILS - beautiful contemporary furniture, a brick fireplace and wooden shutters add privacy and a sculptural element to the space.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

The master bedroom opens to the outdoor living room. The deck was designed to be approximately 2 feet lower than the floor level of the main house so you are able to look over the outdoor furniture without it blocking the lake view.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

The outdoor dining room leads off the indoor kitchen and dining space. A built in grill area was a must have for the client. The table comfortably seats 8 with plenty of circulation space for everyone to move around with ease. A fun, contemporary tile was used around the grill area to add visual texture to the space.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

The outdoor dining room leads off the indoor kitchen and dining space. A built in grill area was a must have for the client. The table comfortably seats 8 with circulation space for everyone to move around with ease. A fun, contemporary tile was used around the grill area to add visual texture to the space.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

A vivid pink Dutch door invites you in. The interior of the home is painted primarily white, creating a crisp contrast from the dark exterior.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

A capiz shell chandelier hangs in the double volume front entry hall. This fixture is a show stopper and can be seen from the front door, living room and the upstairs walkway.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

Dark green/blue walls add depth to the home office. This space is seen from the front entry hall and invites your eye in. Woven wood shades were used throughout the home, adding warmth and texture.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

Dark green/blue walls add depth to the home office. This space is seen from the front entry hall and invites your eye in. Woven wood shades were used throughout the home, adding warmth and texture.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

A capiz shell chandelier hangs in the double volume front entry hall. This fixture is a show stopper and creates visual interest in this space that is seen from the front door, living room and the upstairs walkway.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

A peek of the outdoor dining room seen from the front entry hall.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

The indoor kitchen and dining room lead directly out to the outdoor kitchen and dining space. The screens on the outdoor space allow for the sliding doors to remain open.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

The indoor kitchen and dining room lead directly out to the outdoor grill and dining room. The screens on the outdoor space allow for the sliding door to remain open.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

Natural, organic materials were used throughout the home, adding warmth and texture to the crisp color palette.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

We took advantage of the double volume ceiling height in the living room and added millwork to the stone fireplace, a reclaimed wood beam and a gorgeous, chandelier. The sliding doors lead out to the sundeck and the lake beyond. TV's mounted above fireplaces tend to be a little high for comfortable viewing from the sofa, so this tv is mounted on an adjustable pull down bracket for use when the fireplace is not turned on. Floating white oak shelves replaced dated upper cabinets above the bar area.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

We took advantage of the double volume ceiling height in the living room and added millwork to the stone fireplace, a reclaimed wood beam and a gorgeous, chandelier. The sliding doors lead out to the sundeck and the lake beyond. TV's mounted above fireplaces tend to be a little high for comfortable viewing from the sofa, so this tv is mounted on an adjustable pull down bracket for use when the fireplace is not turned on.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

The staircase and catwalk form a large part of the open plan living space. We updated the handrails and spindles with more contemporary square options, transforming the space.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

The staircase and catwalk form a large part of the open plan living space. We updated the handrails and spindles with more contemporary square options, transforming the space.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

We took advantage of the double volume ceiling height in the living room and added millwork to the stone fireplace, a reclaimed wood beam and a gorgeous, chandelier. The sliding doors lead out to the sundeck and the lake beyond. TV's mounted above fireplaces tend to be a little high for comfortable viewing from the sofa, so this tv is mounted on an adjustable pull down bracket for use when the fireplace is not turned on. Floating white oak shelves replaced upper cabinets above the bar area.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

The primary bedroom opens onto the outdoor living area. The retractable screens on the outdoor space allow the bedroom doors to remain open when the weather is cool. Soft linen bedding, a leather bench cushion and wooden fan add beautiful layers to the space. The back wall is papered in a dark blue grass cloth and highlighted with a wooden beam in the corner. Sconce lights free up space on the bedside table and frame the bed.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

The primary bedroom opens onto the outdoor living area. The retractable screens on the outdoor space allow the bedroom doors to remain open when the weather is cool. Soft linen bedding, a leather bench cushion and wooden fan add beautiful layers to the space. The back wall is papered in a dark blue grass cloth and highlighted with a wooden beam in the corner. Sconce lights free up space on the bedside table and frame the bed.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

The primary bedroom opens onto the outdoor living area. The retractable screens allow the bedroom doors to remain open when the weather allows. Soft linen bedding, leather bench cushion and wooden fan add beautiful layers to the space.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

The upstairs jack and Jill bathroom for two teenage boys was done in a black and white palette. Concrete look, hex shaped tiles on the floor add depth and "cool" to the space. The contemporary lights and round metal framed mirror were mounted on a shiplap wall, adding texture and layers to the space.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

One of the boys bedrooms upstairs was furnished with a leather chair and wooden framed bed. Linen fabrics for the bedding, velvet shams and a textured throw complete the layering in the space. The woven wood blinds soften and add warmth and functionality.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

The bonus room is light filled and set up for hanging out. A super comfortable sectional with plush shag rug invite lounging. Oversized chess board and displayed sports memorabilia complete the space.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

DETAILS - Dark green/blue walls add depth to the home office. This space is seen from the front entry hall and invites your eye in. Woven wood shades were used throughout the home, adding warmth and texture.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

DETAILS - textures, fabrics, colors, natural elements.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

DETAILS - textures, fabrics, colors, natural elements.