With the rebuild came a stunning architectural aspect: “Throughout the day, the sun shines light on the wall,” says Lo, who finished the project after Hanson passed away during construction. “It’s the focal point of the house.” The wall’s warm-hued cladding strikes just the right note of rusticity. “It’s a really thin stone veneer,” says Willing. “Every piece had to be hand-chiseled and scraped to fit into place. It was like a big Tetris game for the mason.”
For designer Marinello, the home is the perfect blend of classic sophistication and contemporary warmth. “Our goal was to create a home that’s light and comfortable and fresh, a place that feels very welcoming to the couple’s friends and family,” she says. “It’s a relaxed lake house that honors where it is.”
—Kelly Vencill Sanchez