MADELEINE MOMENT

MADELINE ISLAND, WISCONSIN

The house and several small cabins sit on a wooded 10.5-acre estate near the edge of Lake Superior on Madeline Island. The house was originally built in 1913 and was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2005.

A two-story lake home with many lit windows sits among tall trees with autumn foliage. A gravel driveway leads to the house, which features natural materials and a white railing on the left. The sky is clear and light blue at dusk.
Bright entryway with wooden floors, a round table with a vase of white flowers, custom cabinetry and millwork, wooden doors, a staircase with a striped runner, and white walls accented by wood trim and timeless interior design.
Bright kitchen with custom cabinetry and millwork, white cabinets, gray countertops, subway tile backsplash, large windows, and open shelves with glassware. A painting of flowers and natural light enhance the wood floors.
Bright kitchen with custom cabinetry and millwork, white cabinets, marble countertops, large windows, pendant lights, an island with fruit bowls, and a cutting board with vegetables on a wooden counter. Natural light fills the space.
Bright kitchen with custom cabinetry and millwork, white cabinets, gray countertops, a large farmhouse sink, wood flooring, stainless steel appliances, a central island with butcher block top, and a fruit bowl near large windows by a Minnesota architect.
A lake home outdoor dining area with a black table and woven chairs sits beside a window with a service counter that opens to a bright kitchen. A glass door and pendant lights highlight the use of natural materials throughout the custom home design.
A bright, enclosed sunroom features large windows, skylights, comfortable seating with striped cushions, and a view of trees with autumn foliage. Custom cabinetry and millwork enhance the inviting space. A table and chairs sit on an adjacent outdoor deck.
A cozy wooden dining room in a lake home features large windows, a central table and chairs, window seats with cushions, a telescope, and warm natural light accentuating the autumn scenery—all crafted with natural materials.
A cozy living room showcasing timeless interior design with wood-paneled walls, a blue-tiled fireplace, built-in bookshelves, a gray sofa, two dark armchairs, and a wooden ceiling featuring natural materials and elegant lighting. A staircase leads to the hall.
A bright, inviting hallway with white walls and wood accents by a Minnesota architect leads to a cozy living area featuring a blue sectional sofa, custom cabinetry and millwork, geometric chandelier, wall art, and large windows welcoming natural light.
Bright, spacious lake home bedroom with white walls and ceiling, a large bed with gray and blue pillows, wooden floors crafted from natural materials, a bench, chair, and multiple windows showing autumn trees; adjacent bathroom visible on the right.
A gray two-story house designed by a Minnesota architect sits among tall trees and autumn foliage, with warm glowing windows, custom cabinetry and millwork inside, a wooden walkway to the porch, and a small shed in the background.
A two-story lake home with dark siding and many illuminated windows, featuring custom cabinetry and millwork on a wraparound porch with white railings, set among trees at dusk with a wooden pathway leading to the front door.
A bright hallway with wooden floors showcases timeless interior design, a staircase featuring a striped runner, a bench with a woven bag, and a table with flowers near glass doors letting in natural light.
PROJECT TEAM

Todd P. Hansen, AIA, CID, Partner; Jennifer L. Seim, Assoc. AIA

INTERIOR DESIGN

Furniture & Accessories: Taylor Mahoney, Tailored Design Studio and Lauren J. Piskula, deluxe design studio

LANDSCAPE DESIGNER

Cynthia Dalzell, Sylvan Design

PHOTOGRAPHY

Corey Gaffer

BUILDER

Crown Construction

A bright hallway with wood floors, white beadboard walls and ceiling, windows with light curtains, and framed art. Custom cabinetry and millwork create built-in white drawers at the end of the hall, beneath more art and a ceiling light.

After the original owners of the house sold it, the property operated as a resort and hotel for most of its life. At the 100th year anniversary of the property, the structure was showing signs of its age and while the new homeowners loved the historic character and details of the house, their desire was to update it and convert the property back into a private retreat.

OF NOTE
  • The walls and ceiling were restored with over 10 linear miles of beadboard.