Lake houses conjure up a lot of bad images for design-lovers -- plasticky attempts at a log-cabin feel, wall-mounted talking fish and "memorabilia walls" from the T.G.I. Friday's school of decorating.I really hate seeing hokey-"fishing widow" decor in a lake house because it seems like such a wasted opportunity to go for a more quiet, sophisticated look where the view provides all the wow factor you need. Simple furniture, a muted palette, candlelight...
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Images via Sweet Paul, Canadian House & Home
