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R ebecca Savage envisioned her young family of four living in a contemporary lake house. She and her husband, Matt, loved the scenic beauty of Lake Cable in Canton — and several of his relatives already lived on the 150-acre private lake that offers a haven for boating, swimming and fishing. When a vacant lot became available, the avid swimmers and pontoon boaters, who have 5- and 7-year-old kids, dove at the opportunity to build a house with their friend, Mark Memmer, owner of Massillon based Memmer Homes. “I would go to his open houses and fell in love with his aesthetic,” Rebecca says. “They’re modern but still traditional with very clean lines.” She also enjoyed buying decor from the Laura of Pembroke store in Canton. When she learned Pembroke designers often team up with Memmer Homes on lighting and furnishings, she found a great style connection with interior designer Karen Fehlman. The overall look of the five bedroom, 3,500-square foot home is transitional, which Fehlman describes as combining traditional elements with modern touches. “Even if things go in or out of style, transitional should always stay current,” she says. The color palette Rebecca chose is mostly black and white for a crisp, timeless feel. Adding splashes of blues in the upholstery and artwork keeps that contemporary look from being cold while flowing in a lake vibe. Much of the seating in the home is midcentury modern.

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