Set on a picturesque pond-side property in Erin, this home was built by the contractor of M&T Contracting for his own family. The project preserves and renovates an existing stone cottage while introducing a contemporary black wood addition that serves as a contrasting yet complementary backdrop to the original structure.

Natural light fills the interior through deep window sills, skylights, an open stairway, and a double-height living space, connecting the home to the surrounding pond and landscape. The layout balances open, airy areas with cozy interior spaces for year-round living. A warm wood kitchen adds softness to the exposed interior stone walls, bringing together the old and new to create a functional, welcoming family home.