Some homesites ask to be the center of attention. On this wooded lot in Leon County, a quiet lake sits just beyond the backyard, and the Kline family built their custom La Salle to make the most of it.

An extended cathedral ceiling carries the view from the family room straight out to the back porch. Cathedral ceilings at the foyer and family room, a gas fireplace, a reworked kitchen, and a reoriented master bath make this home their own. Take a closer look at the details.

This Family’s Custom Floor Plan.

The La Salle Plan, Personalized for This Family

The La Salle is a single-story plan built around a large family room at the center of the home, with an open kitchen and dining area alongside it. A large covered back porch extends the gathering space outdoors.

That layout gave this family a strong starting point. Raised ceilings, a fireplace, and changes to the kitchen and master bath shaped it around their lakeside lot and the way they live.

Standard La Salle Floor Plan · 2,919 sq. ft. · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths · 2-car garage.

A Classic Exterior in Brick and Stone

Light Acme Silver Thorn brick and Prairie Cream chopped stone give the front of the home a soft, natural palette. A darker stone band and stone accents in the gables add texture, while a Teak roof and dark shutters frame the windows.

A tall arched entry draws the eye to the front door, and a curved walkway leads visitors in from the driveway. Mature trees surround the home and give it a settled, established feel from day one.

The garage enters from the side, keeping the front elevation focused on the entry. Out back, a timber-framed gable over the covered porch faces the lake.

A Foyer That Opens Up

The family added a cathedral ceiling at the foyer, so the home feels open the moment you step through the front door. A stained wood door with tall sidelights lets in natural light and offers a first glimpse of the living spaces ahead.

From the entry, a formal dining room sits to one side, and the family room opens straight ahead.

A Family Room Framed by the Lake

The family room is the showpiece of this home. An extended cathedral ceiling with dark wood beams rises over the room and continues out to the back porch, framing the lake through a wall of gabled windows.

A gas fireplace with a floor-to-ceiling stone surround anchors one wall. Drift of Mist walls and Copano Oak luxury vinyl plank keep the space light, letting the view and the stone take center stage.

With the kitchen and breakfast area open to the room, everyone stays connected whether they are cooking, eating, or relaxing.

A Kitchen Designed Around How They Cook

An alternate kitchen layout gave this family the workspace they wanted. A large white island anchors the room with plenty of seating and a brushed gold faucet facing the family room.

Along the back wall, a cooktop sits under a stainless chimney hood, framed by a wood beam and a stone column. A stacked wall oven and microwave and a French-door refrigerator keep the main appliances close together.

Faded Flaxflower cabinets in an American Raised Panel style bring a soft blue-gray color into the space. Valor Gold quartz on both the countertops and backsplash creates a seamless look that lets the cabinets stand out.

Two Places to Gather for Meals

Just off the kitchen, a sunny breakfast area sits under a black lantern pendant. Windows look out toward the lake, and a door leads directly to the back porch.

Near the front of the home, a formal dining room with a linear pendant offers a dressier spot for holidays and larger dinners.

A Master Suite with a Morning View

The master bedroom faces the back of the home, where a row of windows looks out over the yard to the water. It is a peaceful place to start and end the day, set apart from the busier shared spaces.

A Reoriented Master Bath

The family reoriented the master bath to better suit their routines. Alabaster cabinets and Jasmine White quartz countertops keep the room bright, with brushed gold fixtures adding warmth.

The walk-in shower is the highlight. Brilliant White polished 12x24 tile covers the walls, a Venetian Calacatta river pebble mosaic lines the floor, and a high window brings in natural light. A built-in linen cabinet keeps towels and essentials close at hand.

Secondary Bedrooms with Room to Grow

The secondary bedrooms give family and guests comfortable spaces of their own, each with generous closet space and plenty of natural light.

The secondary baths take a bolder direction than the master. Grey Wolf cabinets pair with Jasmine White quartz countertops for a crisp contrast. One bath features a walk-in shower with Calacatta Empire 12x24 wall tile and a matching 2x2 mosaic floor.

A Study with a Lake View

At the back of the home, a bright room with large windows overlooks the lake. It works well as a home office, a reading room, or a quiet spot for hobbies, and could adapt as the family’s needs change.

A Drop Zone for Everyday Life

Coming in from the side-entry garage, a built-in drop zone with dark cabinets, hooks, and a bench gives coats, hats, and bags a place to land. The utility room sits nearby with space for a full-size washer and dryer and a window for natural light.

A Back Porch Made for Lake Life

The extended cathedral ceiling carries outside to a large covered back porch with timber beams and stained wood posts. From here, a path leads across the lawn to the water’s edge.

It is the kind of space that gets used every day, for morning coffee, evening sunsets, and gatherings with family and friends.

Color Selections Shown in This Home

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How Would You Make the La Salle Your Own?

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