Planning a home addition at the lake came with surprises—from pricing and variance laws to navigating slow timelines. Here’s what we learned while choosing our builder and architect, plus advice we wish we had from the start.
Returning to lake life meant rethinking space, storage, and how we truly live. Discover how our first major lake house addition turned a design challenge into a light-filled morning room built for everyday living.
Welcome to Chernee’s House, where Southern charm meets lakeside living through thoughtful interior design. As a passionate designer and mompreneur based in Upstate NY, I transform spaces with a unique blend of elevated style and lived-in comfort. From vintage finds to DIY projects, follow along as I share design inspiration and behind-the-scenes glimpses of creating beautiful, functional homes that tell a story.
