skinny.

Latest / On The Lake with James Pitropov

Designing a Soulful Lakeside Cottage Inside and Out

In this episode, architect James Pitropov sits down with esteemed interior designer Christine Garant of Inspired Interiors to discuss designing for real life at the lake.

Focusing on a highly unique, modern timber frame project gently sloping into the serene waters of Chandos Lake, James and Christine explore how to balance beautiful architecture with practical durability. From accommodating active dogs to integrating beloved family heirlooms, this episode dives into how high-end design can still feel soulful, rugged, and intimately connected to nature.

In this episode, we explore:

Using…

The skinny

The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.