New Home Construction in Larson Lake, PA
Project Address: Larson Lake, PA
Square Footage: 3,355 sq. ft.
Deck Square Footage: 771 sq. ft.
Project Type: New Home Construction
Project Value: $1,014,200
Completion Date: Summer 2025
Project Summary
The Homeowners’ Vision
The family dreamed of building a vacation home in the Poconos — not just a seasonal retreat, but a legacy property that would stay in the family for generations. Their goal was to create a home that blended timeless design with modern comforts, while celebrating both the natural beauty of the lakefront and their family’s long-standing connections to the property.
Part of this project’s story is the collaboration with their architect, a long-time family friend and neighbor, who helped them design the home to bring their vision to life. Together, they created a design that connects the interior living spaces to the picturesque lake views, with architecture that feels intentional, peaceful, and in harmony with its surroundings.
A meaningful part of the design involved paying homage to the original home that once stood on the site: a place where many friends had visited, created, and even left behind pieces of art. Much of this artwork was gifted to the family and became the heart of the new design. To honor that history, the homeowners chose to finish the basement as an art gallery, complete with track lighting to highlight each piece. The space features a burnt concrete floor finish, giving it a raw, creative texture that perfectly complements the artistic atmosphere.
Our Approach
NEPA Builders approached this project with the understanding that every decision needed to honor the homeowners’ vision. Every choice, from the steel structure framing to the fine finish carpentry, was made with livability, longevity, and legacy in mind. The structural design for the impressive lake-facing steel wall was developed in collaboration with KSG, ensuring the perfect balance of strength, engineering precision, and architectural beauty.
We collaborated closely with the family, their architect, and KSG structural engineers to bring this ambitious design to life. The centerpiece of our solution was the engineering and construction of a steel moment frame system that supports the entire glass lakefront wall. This sophisticated structural approach allowed us to eliminate interior load-bearing walls, creating the expansive open floor plan the homeowners desired.
For the lakefront facade, we installed five sets of 12′ x 8′ black ProVia sliding doors with transoms above, creating an entirely glass wall that floods the interior with natural light while framing the lake and surrounding trees like a living work of art. The black frames provide a sleek, modern aesthetic that also serves to segment the view into distinct panels, adding architectural interest.
The basement was transformed into a private art gallery, a space designed to celebrate the family’s ties to the original property and the collection they’ve built over the years. Raw burnt concrete floors bring a creative character to the space, setting the stage for the artwork on display, while professional track lighting was installed so every piece is properly lit and can be fully appreciated.
The see-through gas fireplace we installed serves as both a functional element and an architectural focal point, connecting the indoor living area with the outdoor deck space. This feature allows the warmth and ambiance of the fireplace to be enjoyed from both sides, making outdoor entertaining comfortable even on cooler evenings.
Design
Signature Features
Elegant & Functional Interior
- Schrock Trademark™ Cabinetry in Cloud Finish – Quality cabinetry featuring soft-close doors and drawers. The ‘Cloud’ color keeps the kitchen bright and timeless, complementing the natural light that pours in from the lake side.
- Brazilian Chestnut Flooring – Rich, warm tones bring depth and durability throughout the home, grounding the open design in natural beauty.
- Open Concept Living – The main living area is defined by expansive, high-sloped ceilings with open beamwork and a steel moment frame supporting the full glass lakefront wall. This engineering allows for an uninterrupted open floor plan and a wide, panoramic view of the lake through the trees.
- Art Gallery Basement – Finished specifically to showcase the homeowners’ art collection, featuring burnt concrete floors and track lighting to highlight the pieces created and donated by friends over the years.
- See-Through Fireplace – A modern gas fireplace connects indoor and outdoor living areas, serving as both a focal point and a warm gathering spot.
Stunning Exterior Details
- Steel-Frame Glass Wall – The lake-facing wall is entirely glass, featuring five sets of 12’ x 8’ black ProVia® sliding doors with transoms, providing a full panoramic view and flooding the interior with natural light.
- Union Corrugating™ SL175 Standing Seam Metal Roof – Installed with a full foam and purlin system for enhanced venting, fastening strength, and condensation prevention. The roof is both a visual highlight and a technical achievement, ensuring long-term performance and efficiency.
- Black ProVia Windows & Doors – Sleek, architectural-grade windows and doors give the home an elegant, modern look while framing the lake views like art.
- Outdoor Living at Its Best – A 771 sq. ft. Trex® deck with stadium-style steps creates a stunning outdoor space overlooking the lake, perfect for hosting gatherings, quiet mornings, or watching sunsets through the trees.
(During) Build
Building Process
The project began with extensive planning and engineering coordination with KSG structural engineers to develop the steel moment frame system that would support the dramatic glass wall while maintaining the open interior layout. Site preparation on the lakefront property required careful attention to grading and foundation work to create a stable platform. Once complete, we erected the steel moment frame and open beam structure, with each connection precisely aligned to ensure both structural integrity and aesthetic appeal. The installation of the five sets of 12′ x 8′ ProVia sliding doors with transoms was a critical milestone, requiring meticulous handling and weatherproofing to ensure smooth operation and complete protection from the elements.
The Union Corrugating SL175 Standing Seam Metal Roof installation involved first laying the complete foam and purlin system, then carefully installing the standing seam panels to create exceptional thermal performance and the clean, modern roofline. Interior work progressed with the installation of Brazilian chestnut flooring throughout the main living areas and Schrock cabinetry in Cloud finish, custom-built with soft-close doors and drawers. In the basement art gallery, we applied a burnt finish technique to the concrete floors and installed professional track lighting to provide flexible illumination for the artwork collection.
The see-through fireplace installation required careful coordination between interior and exterior spaces, with proper venting and finishing on both sides to create a seamless transition. Finally, we constructed the 771 sq. ft. Trex deck with its distinctive stadium-style steps, creating multiple levels of outdoor space and natural gathering spots that cascade toward the lakefront. Every phase of construction was executed with attention to both craftsmanship and the long-term vision of creating a legacy property.
Highlights
- Engineered Open Floor Plan: The steel moment frame and open beamwork design eliminates interior load-bearing walls, creating an expansive, uninterrupted main living area with high-sloped ceilings that draws the eye toward the panoramic lake views.
- Full Glass Lakefront Wall: Five sets of 12′ x 8′ black ProVia sliding doors with transoms create a stunning wall of glass that provides sweeping lake views while flooding the interior with natural light throughout the day.
- Dedicated Art Gallery Basement: Custom-designed space featuring burnt concrete floors and professional track lighting, specifically created to showcase the homeowners’ collection of artwork created and donated by friends—honoring the history of the original home that once stood on this site.
- See-Through Fireplace: This modern gas fireplace connects indoor and outdoor living areas, serving as both an architectural focal point and a functional heat source that extends comfort to both spaces.
- High-Performance Roofing System: The Union Corrugating SL175 Standing Seam Metal Roof with full foam and purlin system delivers exceptional weather protection, energy efficiency, and long-term durability while serving as a striking visual element.
- Premium Schrock Cabinetry: Custom cabinetry in Cloud finish features soft-close doors and drawers, bringing trademark Schrock quality and a bright, timeless aesthetic to the kitchen.
- Brazilian Chestnut Flooring: Rich, warm hardwood tones bring natural beauty and exceptional durability throughout the home’s main living areas, creating a warm foundation for the open design.
- Expansive Outdoor Living: The 771 sq. ft. Trex deck with stadium-style steps creates a stunning outdoor entertaining area overlooking the lake—perfect for hosting gatherings, quiet mornings, or watching sunsets through the trees.
- Architectural Black Windows & Doors: ProVia’s black architectural-grade windows and doors create a cohesive modern aesthetic throughout the exterior, framing the natural surroundings like works of art.
- Collaborative Design Process: The homeowners worked with their architect, a long-time family friend and neighbor, alongside NEPA Builders and KSG structural engineers to create a design that honors the past while embracing modern living.
Key Specifications:
- Project Address: Sunnyside Way, Gouldsboro, PA 18424
- Project Value: $1,014,200
- Total Square Footage: 3,355 sq. ft.
- Deck Square Footage: 771 sq. ft.
- Glass Wall: Five sets of 12′ x 8′ ProVia sliding doors with transoms
- Structural System: Steel moment frame with open beamwork (engineered in collaboration with KSG)
- Roofing: Union Corrugating SL175 Standing Seam Metal Roof with full foam and purlin system
- Flooring: Brazilian chestnut hardwood throughout main living areas; burnt concrete finish in basement gallery
- Cabinetry: Schrock custom cabinetry in Cloud finish with soft-close doors and drawers
- Windows: ProVia black architectural-grade windows
- Fireplace: Modern gas see-through unit
- Completion Date: Summer 2025
Special Features
- Steel Moment Frame Engineering in Collaboration with KSG
- Art Gallery Basement Honoring Property History
- Wall of Glass Overlooking the Lake
- See-Through Fireplace Connecting Spaces
- High-Performance Metal Roofing System
- Stadium-Style Trex Deck
- Collaborative Design with Family Architect
- Legacy-Minded Construction
The Result
This 3,355 sq. ft. lakefront home is more than a vacation property, it’s a personal masterpiece that celebrates art, architecture, and family legacy. From the glass wall framed in steel to the Schrock cabinetry and Brazilian chestnut flooring, every detail reflects the homeowners’ passion for creativity and connection.
By blending craftsmanship, engineering, and artistry, NEPA Builders helped transform their vision into a timeless lakeside retreat — a place to enjoy today and to pass down for generations.
At NEPA Builders, we don’t just build homes. We bring vision, art, and legacy to life.
