Grandview Residence
New Residential | 7,150 SqFt
Columbus, IN
Grandview Residence is a modern anchored retreat defined by clarity, efficiency, and connection. Its streamlined plan, high‑performance envelope, and view‑driven design create a serene home built to support family life with an intimate connection to the surrounding landscape for decades to come.
The Team
Architect of Record: STILL Architecture + Design
Consulting Architect: Form Function Studio
Interior Design: Annie Baker Design
Contractor: Stidham Construction
The Opportunity
Set on a pristine lakefront site with expansive horizons and layered terrain, Grandview offered the chance to create a generational retreat rooted in its natural setting. With its sweeping horizon, varied topography, and direct relationship to water and woodland, the site called for architecture that would celebrate its setting while creating a timeless retreat for multiple generations. The opportunity was to craft a home that balances modern simplicity, environmental responsiveness, and an enduring connection to place.
The Solution
The home is organized as a deliberate sequence of experiences, beginning with a gradual descent through native grasses and culminating in a sheltered entry that transitions from openness to intimacy. A single, efficient corridor anchors the plan, maintaining continuous views to the lake. High‑performance SIPS construction strengthens energy efficiency, while expansive glazing and natural materials keep the environment central to daily living. Outdoor terraces, calibrated overhangs, and warm interior finishes extend the home’s sense of calm and coherence whilst providing scenic views of the lake.
The Impact
The result is a balanced retreat that is environmentally responsive and deeply personal, a setting designed to sustain generational living while maintaining a quiet architectural presence. Curated views, thoughtful detailing, and integrated millwork support everyday rhythms, elevating simple moments while providing space for gathering across generations. Grandview becomes a long‑term sanctuary that strengthens its relationship to land, family, and time.
