In this episode of Build the Unbuildable, James Pitropov and John Tyreman explore what it takes to design and construct a dream cottage on one of the most challenging sites imaginable — a steep, landlocked point of land on Lake Muskoka. James walks through the journey of transforming a property once deemed “unbuildable” into a stunning architectural retreat. From securing easements and carving a road through rock, to building with the land’s natural constraints and capturing panoramic lake v...
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In this episode of Build the Unbuildable, James Pitropov and John Tyreman explore what it takes to design and construct a dream cottage on one of the most challenging sites imaginable — a steep, landlocked point of land on Lake Muskoka. James walks through the journey of transforming a property once deemed “unbuildable” into a stunning architectural retreat. From securing easements and carving a road through rock, to building with the land’s natural constraints and capturing panoramic lake v...
Steep Sites, Smart Design: Build Without Losing Your View (Or Your Mind)
Build the Unbuildable — Lakeside Architecture Inc
58 minutes
3 weeks ago
Steep Sites, Smart Design: Build Without Losing Your View (Or Your Mind)
Building your dream cottage on a steep lakefront lot might seem impossible—but it’s not. In this episode of Build the Unbuildable, architect James Pitropov and co-host John Tyreman unpack the art and science of designing for topography. From strategic surveying and ICF foundations to retaining walls, terraces, and multi-level layouts, James explains how thoughtful design can transform vertical challenges into breathtaking opportunities. You’ll also learn why early collaboration—with surveyor...
Build the Unbuildable — Lakeside Architecture Inc
In this episode of Build the Unbuildable, James Pitropov and John Tyreman explore what it takes to design and construct a dream cottage on one of the most challenging sites imaginable — a steep, landlocked point of land on Lake Muskoka. James walks through the journey of transforming a property once deemed “unbuildable” into a stunning architectural retreat. From securing easements and carving a road through rock, to building with the land’s natural constraints and capturing panoramic lake v...
