At Lakeside Architecture, we take pride in working on our projects from concept to creation, beginning with an initial design based on your vision and our site assessment. From there, we create 3D images and perhaps a simple basswood model, so you fully understand...
One question that I am routinely asked about is what the costs of are of building a custom cottage. As you may have guessed from your research so far, the costs vary significantly depending on the location, the site, the size of your project and the materials and...
If you are like me, you are getting ready to open your cottage. I generally visit the cottage a few times before I bring up our family. I make sure that everything is tidy and clean and that the deck and stair to the water is sturdy. My site inspector does a...
The Spring Cottage Life Show is happening THIS WEEK! Over 40% bigger than last year! Please bring your questions and ideas and visit us at Booth 1542 in Hall #2 at the show.
If you’re building a new home or cottage, an Architect may seem like a luxury. An Architect though would have limited the likelihood of costly mistakes, saving you money, time and frustration over the long run. Here are five reasons why you need an architect.
With the close of the International Boat Show in Toronto, I thought I would write about one of my favourite design projects – boathouses. I have designed about a dozen boathouses and construction managed a few too! If you have a boat then odds are that you will need...
I am an architect that focusses on lakeside home, cottages and boathouses. I am a birder and fly fisher and the focus of my architecture practice is intentional. I love being outside, I enjoy nature and the solitude and beauty that it brings. I am also a cottager...
Another summer ended and with it, perhaps, the dream of building your new home or cottage or renovating an existing one. But, as we brace for colder days, it’s an ideal time to plan to make that dream a reality next year. After all, you’ll need to make countless...
Recently, the Spring ‘21 issue of CAA Magazine had an exceptionally good article on “How to Buy a Cottage”. I have reproduced the bulk of that article below and have added in my thoughts on the topic. For me, the number one thing to look for in a cottage is not the...
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