Lake House Dreaming

When it comes to summer vacations, it seems that most folks are either lake people or beach people.  I always thought of myself as the latter... until a relaxing weekend on the lake with a group of friends from college made me think otherwise.  Now I am dreaming of one day owning a lake house close enough to Atlanta to spend summer weekends relaxing and enjoying nature with family and friends.  Unfortunately, I tend to dream big, as in this gorgeous Bill Ingram designed home on Lake Martin in Alabama.  It is pure lake house perfection! 
What about you, are you a "lake person" or a "beach person"?
All photos via www.billingramarchitect.com 

Lake Martin, Alabama lake house designed
by Bill Ingram Architect | photo via

The home sits on a large lot with panoramic views of Lake Martin

Love the casual shingled exterior

Detached garage in a shade of dark green
that complements the trees and shrubbery

Welcome home! (I wish)

Varying shades of leafy green are used throughout
 the house, blending with the beautiful natural surroundings

A stone wall and ceiling beams are rustic, yet chic

The dining space is casual and inviting, with hints of drama 

A massive kitchen island perfect for entertaining 

The master bedroom has elements from nature - like the
fabric canopy with ferns in sepia tones

Lake house living is all about the outdoors -
even the master bath opens out to the yard!

Knock Knock

Knock knock jokes may be silly, but statement making door knockers are serious business! 

Here are some of our favorites:

Vintage lion via Pinterest 

Parisian vintage snake door knocker

Dragonfly from Restoration Hardware

Classic brass ring knocker

Anchor door knocker

Woodpecker door knocker

Solid brass fox door knocker 

Owl door knocker

Michael Healy Designs lobster door knocker

Horse door knocker from Chairish

East Meets West

Chinoiserie patterns and Asian motifs have been popular in Western interiors for hundreds of years.  Today, influences from the East can been seen in furniture, textiles, wallpaper, tabletop, lighting... you name it.  With all the fresh interpretations, it is a classic look that we never seem to tire of!