Lake Forest House

The topography of gentle rolling hills, a pine forest planted by previous family generations, and no visible neighbors in any direction made this a truly serene location.

KEY FEATURES

Passive solar orientation invites sun in during winter and shades the interior during summer

An existing concrete silo, part of a barn that no longer stands, was incorporated into the house as a fully enclosed lookout tower with a new spiral staircase within its walls

A solar hot water panel system and geothermal wells ease heating demands

4,220sf

3 bedrooms

2.5 bathrooms

 

Contemporary blue-gray residence with angular rooflines, expansive windows, elevated decks, and an adjacent converted concrete silo, all nestled into a native prairie landscape.

Side view of a modern farmhouse with blue-gray horizontal siding, exposed timber brackets, metal railing balcony, and a restored concrete silo adjacent to tiered limestone landscaping.

Contemporary open-concept living space with light hardwood flooring, dark accent wall with clerestory windows, modern kitchen with pendant lighting, and mid-century inspired furniture.

Interior view of a concrete silo featuring a black metal spiral staircase leading to a circular wooden loft with exposed beams.