Perched on an isthmus between Brown Lake and West McDonald Lake, West McDonald Minimalism is a story of restraint based on shore land ordinances, budget and limited land. At the same time, it is a celebration of living “large” in the smallest of packages. Accommodating a program that is typically associated with larger square footage projects, the solution successfully integrates all requirements in the simplest, most cost-effective way, all the while providing a young family with the opportunity to share the lake experience with family and friends and inspiring memories of beautifully simple outdoor living.