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Private Island Transformed into the Ultimate Outdoor Entertaining Space by Ventures Design

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The 360 degree wrap around patio features a tongue and groove ceiling with recessed lighting and pillars wrapped in the same roping used for the bars custom timber swing seating
The 360 degree wrap around patio features a tongue and groove ceiling with recessed lighting and pillars wrapped in the same roping used for the bars custom timber swing seating
Ventures used Techo-Bloc Borealis pavers in a herringbone pattern
Ventures used Techo-Bloc Borealis pavers in a herringbone pattern
The porch features a lounge, hanging basket chairs and a ceiling fan to keep the bugs at bay
The porch features a lounge, hanging basket chairs and a ceiling fan to keep the bugs at bay
The patio features a stunning custom pergola over the chef grade outdoor kitchen and dining area
The patio features a stunning custom pergola over the chef grade outdoor kitchen and dining area
The covered outdoor kitchen features chef grade appliances including a built in grill with hood, warming drawers, refrigeration and disposal
The covered outdoor kitchen features chef grade appliances including a built in grill with hood, warming drawers, refrigeration and disposal
The custom pergola transitions to a shade structure over the outdoor dining room and culminates in a double sided, dyed stucco fireplace with built in wood storage below
The custom pergola transitions to a shade structure over the outdoor dining room and culminates in a double sided, dyed stucco fireplace with built in wood storage below
The patio below the custom pergola is laid in a herringbone pattern with Techo-Bloc Borealis pavers and transitions to Blue Grande Slab laid in a running bond pattern for the uncovered patio
The patio below the custom pergola is laid in a herringbone pattern with Techo-Bloc Borealis pavers and transitions to Blue Grande Slab laid in a running bond pattern for the uncovered patio
An outdoor lounge surrounds the other side of the double sided dyed stucco fireplace
An outdoor lounge surrounds the other side of the double sided dyed stucco fireplace
Built-in wood storage below the double sided dyed stucco fireplace
Built-in wood storage below the double sided dyed stucco fireplace
The covered outdoor kitchen features custom timber swing seating around the bar
The covered outdoor kitchen features custom timber swing seating around the bar
The portion of the pergola over the outdoor kitchen is fully covered with a tongue and groove ceiling featuring recessed lighting and a ceiling fan
The portion of the pergola over the outdoor kitchen is fully covered with a tongue and groove ceiling featuring recessed lighting and a ceiling fan
The custom pergola sits on a larger patio with a fire pit and multiple lounge areas
The custom pergola sits on a larger patio with a fire pit and multiple lounge areas
This custom outdoor living space has everything the home owners need to vacation on their own private island
This custom outdoor living space has everything the home owners need to vacation on their own private island
Venture's barge transporting equipment and supplies to the private island for our Kingston build
Venture's barge transporting equipment and supplies to the private island for our Kingston build

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Ventures Design
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Ventures Design
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Jason Keen
Jason Keen

From Juna Durrant

Ventures Designs was thrilled to take on the design and build of this outdoor living space for a Michigan vacation home sitting on its own private island. Accessible only by boat, we had to build a barge to transport equipment and supplies to the Island. The effort was well worth it as Kingston is one of our favorite builds to date.

This project began with a blank slate and a big dream: to transform a private island with a modest octagonal house into a dream vacation destination. The final product is elevated and modern with fun hints of a nautical theme. The multiple lounge areas, outdoor dining room, stunning fireplace and full bar with swing seating are just the beginning. The project also boasts a private sand beach, volleyball court and hot tub. The expansive pergola begins with a fully covered portion over the outdoor kitchen and bar, allowing it to be enjoyed rain or shine. The cedar pergola then transitions into shade cover over a stunning outdoor dining room and culminates with a gorgeous double sided dyed stucco fireplace.

While the grandeur of this project is undeniable, it’s the attention to detail that sets it apart. The Pergola’s footprint mirrors the angles of the octagonal house. The shadows it casts mimic the siding. The pillars on the wrap-around porch are encased in the same rope used for the custom swing bar seating. The patio is laid in a combination of herringbone and running bond patterns, creating long, clean lines like the houses diagonal siding. And the beautiful stone gardens found throughout the project compliment the stand alone fire pit, planters and beautiful statement coffee table.
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