This Northern Michigan lakefront home is a celebration of collaboration and craftsmanship. From the earliest concepts to the final walkthrough, the project was shaped by a deep partnership between the homeowner, architect, builder, and Spire. Every detail was considered, every decision intentional—resulting in a space that feels grounded, elevated, and entirely at peace with its surroundings.

Set against the quiet beauty of the lake, the architecture frames nature with clarity and restraint. Expansive windows, warm textures, and a neutral palette allow the changing seasons to become part of the design. It’s a home that invites stillness but lives effortlessly, striking a balance between retreat and rhythm.

Spire’s role was to integrate technology in a way that feels natural—powerful yet practically invisible. Lighting, climate, security, and entertainment systems are unified under one intuitive control platform, personalized for the way the family lives. Automated shades shift with the sun, scenes adapt with a tap, and every room is tuned for comfort and simplicity.

In a home designed to honor its setting, technology should never steal the scene. Instead, it should amplify what matters—connection, ease, and beauty. This home lives up to the name, Serene Michigan Shores. A living experience where innovation fades into the background, and the home becomes the main event.

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Architect: DesRosier Architects
Builder: Birchwood Construction Company
Photography: Kroo Photography