Surrounded by Nature in Orono

Apr 21, 2025  |   Sven Gustafson

Architecture Surrounded by Nature’s Elegance

The Timeless Beauty of Cherry Avenue in Orono, MN

There are places where architecture doesn’t simply sit within the environment, but becomes one with it. On Cherry Avenue in Orono, Minnesota, Stonewood has created such a place. A lakeside residence that speaks in whispers of elegance, grace, and natural harmony. It’s a masterclass in design, and a portrait of what it truly means to live enveloped by nature’s serenity.

Top-left view of the Orono Cherry Avenue home

From the moment you enter, your breath is taken away by the immediacy of the lake. Massive windows act not just as openings, but as invitations to light, to views, and to peace. You’re not looking at the lake; you’re living in it. The architecture captures the setting’s natural poetry with masterful subtlety, letting the water, sky, and forest become part of the interior palette.

This home was envisioned not merely as a structure, but as a lifestyle statement. Every finish is a brushstroke of intention. Soft neutral tones allow organic textures to take center stage. Dark trims frame airy walls, offering striking definition without overpowering the calm, minimal spirit of the home.

Side view of the Orono Cherry Avenue home

In a world that moves fast, Cherry Avenue offers a different rhythm. A gentle cadence. The home achieves a luxurious simplicity that’s not easy to come by. Natural wood and stone interplay to create warmth and depth. It’s a modern home, built with heart and rooted in craft.

The elegance lies not in ostentation, but in the confidence of restraint. Every detail matters. From the flow of open spaces to the texture of a wall, each choice is deliberate. Though the design may appear effortless, its execution is rich in complexity, something only true masters like Stonewood can deliver.

Front view of the Orono Cherry Avenue home

To live in Cherry Avenue is to find beauty in balance. Nature and design don’t compete here, they coexist. The home stands as a stunning example of Stonewood’s vision: to build not just homes, but experiences. At Stonewood, we understand the deep desire to connect with surroundings while maintaining elegance, functionality, and modern comfort.

This is more than a house on a lake. It’s a refined retreat. A place where families create memories, where mornings begin with sunlight dancing on the water, and where design quietly enhances daily life. Cherry Avenue isn’t just a project, it’s a destination for the soul.

Another top-left view of the Orono Cherry Avenue home

To live in Orono is to embrace the grace of all four seasons from autumn’s rich tapestry of gold and amber, to the serene stillness of winter mornings. And with a Stonewood home as your base, these moments become more than scenery, they become your magical place. In every corner, nature whispers elegance.

For those seeking a life surrounded by nature’s most refined expressions in Orono, Stonewood awaits.

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