Horseshoe Bend Lakehouse

The pandemic put a hold on our plans to build our little dream lakehouse at HSB, but we haven't stopped dreaming nor have we stopped planning.

A big part of the pleasure of building is being able to consult with people like, well, the builder and to shop for things like flooring and windows and paint and granite.  

With all this time afforded by social distancing, we've modified our original ideas into something much more suitable and more personal.

We took the giant leap to clear the lot for the house and drive.  Shocked initially by all that was taken away, we've embraced it and think we made good choices.  A few images of the clearing . . .

The equipment was unexpectedly huge so a huge swath was left everywhere it went.  I definitely was not prepared, but it had to be done.  Otherwise we could not bring a car, set up a tent and leave every tree in place.

We've come up with what we think is a great little floor plan for a simple and cozy yet beautiful cabin.  Here is our inspiration . . .

How beautiful is that?  Called Cabin Noir, it's located in Birmingham, Alabama.  We really love everything about it and hope to incorporate many of the ideas from this truly lovely lakehouse into ours.