A Lake House Reimagined: A Whole-Home Remodel in Lake Ariel, PA

Lake house remodel in Lake Ariel, PA by Perez DBR

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VISION

The vision for this interior lake house remodel in Lake Ariel, PA was a warm, welcoming family retreat built to serve generations — a home that honors its rustic lake-house roots while embracing modern comfort, durability, and easy maintenance. Every space was redesigned for year-round living, large family gatherings, and the everyday realities of life at Lake Wallenpaupack, from wet feet to sandy towels.

Natural textures, relaxed finishes, and lake-inspired tones anchor the home’s rustic character, while cleaner lines, updated lighting, and modern layouts bring it confidently into today. Durable luxury vinyl flooring runs through the entire home — every bathroom and the finished basement included — a cohesive look that stands up to water, traffic, and long lake weekends.

The finished basement became a true extension of the living space rather than an afterthought, with flexible room for recreation, guests, and family downtime, plus a hardworking basement laundry room that’s organized and easy to use after full days outdoors. This whole house remodel balances beauty with practicality throughout — elevated yet unfussy, rustic yet refined, and ready for real life at the lake.

Project Selections

The home exterior includes all Andersen Windows with white interiors and exteriors, creating a clean, timeless look. Inside, the home blends bold contrast with refined finishes, anchored by Fusion LVT flooring in Cabrini throughout. Existing six-panel doors will remain, updated with Schlage Broadway levers with Collins trim in satin nickel, paired with matching hinges. Walls will be finished in an eggshell Sherwin-Williams Passive (SW 7064), complemented by flat white ceilings, semi-gloss Extra White (SW 7006) trim, and interior doors painted in Black of Night (SW 6993) for a striking, modern contrast. Bathrooms feature Wellborn cabinetry in a variety of finishes—including Napa Maple Dove, Bishop Bleu, and Mink Gray—topped with Silestone Calacatta Gold or Zodiaq Snow White quartz with eased edges. Tile selections include Panaria Ceramica Arabesque wall tile and Florida Tile Enchant collections, accented with coordinating grout and Schluter trim systems for a clean finish. Fixtures throughout include Delta collections such as Dorval, Vero, and Dryden in stainless and brushed nickel finishes, paired with Kohler comfort-height toilets and Aker tubs and shower systems for durability and performance.

The kitchen continues the elevated yet functional design with Wellborn cabinetry in Bright White, complemented by a contrasting island in Winslow Maple Drift. Quartz Silestone Calacatta Gold countertops with eased edges provide a cohesive surface throughout, while a Kohler farmhouse apron-front sink and Delta Trinsic faucet add both character and performance. Hardware from Top Knobs, featuring a mix of bar pulls and Amwell styles, ties the space together with a polished, modern touch. Across every room, the design balances bold color choices, durable materials, and clean detailing—resulting in a cohesive, modern interior built for both everyday living and long-term performance.

Project Goals

Transformed a rustic lake house into a comfortable, durable year-round family retreat.

Installed water- and traffic-resistant LVT flooring throughout the entire home, including bathrooms and basement.

Finished the basement as flexible living space for recreation, guests, and family downtime.

Updated every bathroom and the kitchen with durable, modern finishes that keep the lake-house character.

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About Perez DBR

Perez Design Build Remodel is a full-service home remodeling company serving Northeast Pennsylvania, focused on thoughtful design and quality craftsmanship. From kitchens and bathrooms to whole-home renovations and additions, we create spaces that are functional, beautiful, and built to last.

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Our Process

Our approach is simple and collaborative—guiding you from initial ideas through design and construction with clear communication and attention to detail. We prioritize transparency, organization, and a smooth experience so you always know what to expect.

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   Diane Temblador 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. When we purchased our home in December of 2023, we fell in love with the property and saw that the house had tons of potential.  Soon after we purchased our home, we conscientiously sought a company to turn our vision into a realty.  Today we feel very fortunate to have found Perez Design, Build, and Remodel, LLC.
After a few meetings with Adam Perez, we felt confident that we were hiring the right company to remodel our home.  Adam presented us with a very clear, comprehensive plan that detailed the stages and cost of the project.  When we look back at where we started, and where we are today, we are amazed by all that the Perez team was able to accomplish in three months.
Designing the home was stress-free and uncomplicated.  Tracy and David listened and offered invaluable advice.  Their design knowledge and expertise helped us maintain the style and character of the home, while blending some of the furniture pieces we have collected over the years.  With every design decision, they married our style and preferences with the mid-century style of the house.  The end result is absolutely stunning.  We envision enjoying this house for many years to come.
The demolition, construction, and installation went so quickly and smoothly.  Jason and his dream team kept the project moving.  Even with change orders, Jason and his team kept the project on track and got us into the house a week earlier than the projected move-in date.  In three months, he turned a very dated 1970’s home into a custom dream home.
During the construction phase, we visited the house almost daily.  With each visit, there was noticeable progress.  Jason was always available to answer any questions or address our concerns.  He was very patient and he listened.  He carefully and creatively resolved any problems.  We feel as though he worked on our home as if it was his own.  He payed close attention to details and made sure things were done right.
On more than one occasion, Jason and Mike went above and beyond to make sure we were happy.  In the early stages of the project, we had a lot of rain.  While working in the basement, Mike noticed water seeping in through the window well.  He phoned us and immediately began cutting pieces of wood to prop up all of our furniture we had stored in the basement during the remodel.  When we arrived at the house, all of our furniture was secure, and he was working vigorously to dry up the floor.   Then, when planning to move back into the house, we experienced a scheduling conflict with the moving company and Richard’s travel schedule.  Jason accommodated an earlier move-in date, which helped resolve this conflict.  Later, while moving back into the house, the movers we hired were not able to get our big leather couch into the basement where we wanted it.  Jason and his team worked their magic and figured out a way to get the couch in the basement.  Thank you!!!
We couldn’t be happier with the Perez Design, Build, and Remodel team.  We are so pleased and satisfied with the entire remodeling experience that the team provided us.  As we make plans to renovate the exterior of the home and property, we will look no further than Perez Design, Build, and Remodel, LLC.
Your Very Happy Customers,
Richard, Diane, and Hilde Grace Temblador
  
 
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   John Mulcahey 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Perez did great work renovating our kitchen and turning our screened in porch an all season room.
  
 
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   Gardens of Edan 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing company. Management( Jason Perez) makes sure everything gets done according to perfection on his jobs!
  
 
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   Jeanne Greif 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our family moved into an older home that needed some changes to make it feel like ours. Perez DBR just completed a renovation on several rooms, and we couldn't be more happy. The communication has been frequent and thorough since the beginning, and we really appreciated how detail oriented our team was from planning all the way through execution. Multiple people showed up for various parts of our remodel (demo, construction, electrical, painting, and plumbing), and each person was friendly, hard working, and an expert in their field. We also requested several changes to our original plan, and they happily accommodated for our alterations and did quality work. We are planning on using them again for future projects and highly recommend them to anyone who is looking for help with remodeling!
  
 
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   debra anne 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Perez DBR remodeled my kitchen in 2009. We recently had them come in to update it with a new countertop and sink, a few new cabinets to replace a beverage center and updated hinges. We were very pleased when the kitchen was first done and we are just as happy with the refresh.
  
 
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   Chala Janpraphasakul 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a good experience working with Perez construction company.  The listened to my inputs and made sure I was happy with the process along the way from designing to finishing the construction.  Once the work began, the crew worked hard and got it done without wasting time.  If there was any concern or comment, they listened and came up with a solution that met my expectation as well as safety.  I am very happy with the final result, and gladly recommend to anyone.
  
 
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   Frank Berardelli 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. PEREZ did an amazing job. They completed everything on time and according to schedule. The quality of work on every aspect of our addition was superb. I highly recommend them.
  
 
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   Darla Germeroth 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We cannot say enough good things about Perez builders. They rebuilt our entire front porch, which was not easy because it is semi round. The crew was always on time, cleaned up every day, kept us apprised of the progress, were genuinely good natured and excited to do the job. Excellent work. We couldn’t be happier.