2003 FitHouse Big Canoe, Georgia

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Cooking Light FitHouse 2003

From the magazine: Cooking Light's newest FitHouse brings the outdoors inside with environmentally considerate design

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 Tria Giovan

Laundry Room

The brushed-metal washer and dryer combine a great look and smart function. The washer's sensors adjust the water level to the size of the load, which conserves water and energy. Plus, the machine doesn't have an agitator, so it's gentler on clothes. When the laundry is finished, the washer communicates the size of the load to the dryer, which then sets the appropriate time and cycle for drying. Mustard-yellow walls provide a cheerful background for folding and hanging clean clothes.

Recreation Room

A sectional sofa enlivens this room designed for family fun. An open area in the center of the space gives children a place to romp, and lots of seating lets adults chat and relax. The art above the mantel is a cog reclaimed from an old factory. The sisal rug underscores the room with nubby texture.

A sink, icemaker, and plenty of cabinet space make entertaining easy. A small integrated wine cellar puts vintage bottles within your reach.

Outdoor Kitchen

Beyond the rec room, a cozy porch presents the comforts of a well-appointed kitchen. A four-burner gas grill also has a back burner for rotisserie cooking. There's extra prep space on two grill islands. The all-weather dining table accommodates a large group.

Master Suite

Earthy, natural tones foster a serene ambiance, a feeling enhanced by the trees visible through large, unadorned windows. Natural-fiber bed linens are a restful taupe and white. Each side of the mattress is independently adjustable by remote control―air chambers allow either side to go from feather-bed soft to extra firm.

In the master bathroom, a blue-green wall color soothes and refreshes. A massage shower system has two adjustable spray nozzles; the shower also features a scald guard.

Girl's Room

Sassy pink walls are at once girlish and grown-up. A vivid palette and fun, eclectic accents suit the evolving tastes of a teenager. The floor is covered with wool carpeting, which―among other attributes―resists dust mites.

In the bathroom, a warm, cheerful color nurtures; a hands-free, sensor-operated faucet conserves water.

Workout Room

This large, fully equipped fitness space makes working out a pleasure. Windows frame the view, and mirrored walls ensure proper form. The resilient cork flooring is more forgiving than harder surfaces on active feet and legs. In the nearby sauna, relaxing dry heat can unkink tired muscles.

Spa Porch

After a workout, step through the door to an enticing outdoor spa. The fireplace can take the edge off brisk mountain evenings. The all-weather tub features balanced jetting and a clean-water management system.

 


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