Lake House Ideas

Renovated in stages over the course of a decade, a home in Oakland’s Temescal neighborhood proves the power of thoughtful design using humble materials.

A fresh black-and-white look for the renovated bathroom.

Washing dishes is a joy in a space like this.

The dark window frames outline the courtyard view like a painting.

The kitchen end of the camper opens, locking into place as a cover during inclement weather. A camp stove tucks under the plywood counter, and there is additional storage just under the roof.

Byro used the foundation from the hut that stood before to build the new pavilion. Floor-to-ceiling shelves provide a place to store books.

The front door in a natural wood contrasts the black façade and the surrounding greenery.

When open, the door connects the interior to the garden while providing shelter.

The architects devised a mechanical pulley system to lift the façade.

When closed, the polycarbonate panels create a pleasant, diffused light.

Among Adam and Tereza asked for a loft they could sleep in. The original hut had one, but it was small and unusable.

Hinged coverings fold back to reveal a polycarbonate screen.

The screen was a cheaper option than glass, and diffuses the light to the interiors.