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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 cottage itself but ..read more

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The five steps to designing your dream cottage are really about planning and deciding on some key concepts at the outset of your project.  You need to really define your vision, your needs and wants in a cottage.  Are you skiers? have a lot of water toys, big swimmers or are you readers and bird ..read more

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I am a cottage/resort architect so you may be surprised to see me write about the new Airstream trailer.  As an architect I appreciate great design – please see my work at https://www.lakesidearchitecture.ca/projects-retreats-cottages-boathouses/  and Airstream trailers are all about good design. Airstreams are truly the trailers for architects.  They are sleek and modern and have beautiful ..read more

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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 ..read more

In their special Cottage Edition, Canadian Home Trends magazine has featured the Kawartha’s cottage.  It is a six page article that interviews me and asks about the design.  Please see attached at pages 66-71.  Lakeside Architecture Inc. is honoured to be recognized in this way.   Cottage Edition, Canadian Home Trends magazine. Lakeside Architecture: An ..read more