And two, they also wanted the house to reflect the nature around it.
But with the kids grown and the careers winding down, Kay and Leo were ready to consolidate.
Years before they started building their dream house, Kay began clipping magazine pictures of lake houses she liked.

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In his projects, she saw therusticyet sophisticated style she and Leo were after.
In Ken, Kay found a visionary partner who could translate her ideas into a home beyond her imagination.
Here, Kay and Ken describe how Camp Berard came together.

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A Thoughtful Layout
Built in sections, the lakeside home has wings angled out to embrace visitors.
A banquetteoffers maximum seating and visually links the furniture and architecture.
A bump-out bay of windows creates a cozy sitting room with a 180-degree view.

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Perfect Screened Porch
The screened living area connects to the main house via a vine-covered portico.

Credit: Photo by: Helen Norman, Styling by: Rebecca Omweg

Credit: Photo by: Helen Norman, Styling by: Rebecca Omweg

Credit: Photo: Helen Norman, Styling: Rebecca Omweg

Credit: Photo: Helen Norman, Styling by: Rebecca Omweg

Credit: Photo: Helen Norman, Styling by: Rebecca Omweg

Credit: Photo by: Helen Norman, Styling by: Rebecca Omweg

Credit: Photo: Helen Norman, Styling by: Rebecca Omweg

Credit: Photo by: Helen Norman, Styling by: Rebecca Omweg