Saunders Bridge is nestled in the mountains south of Birmingham. This lake setting house takes its forms from Alabama’s folk vernacular architecture incorporating simple gabled roofs and shed dormers. I planned this community with the idea that the houses and their materials would blend with the surrounding lake and trees.
![McNamara-Saunders Bridge House-Exterior](https://i0.wp.com/tim-mcnamara.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/McNamara-Saunders-Bridge-House-Exterior.jpg?resize=840%2C840)
Set out on a small peninsula, the house’s terraces take in the lake view.
![October 29,2008 Saunders Bridge](https://i0.wp.com/tim-mcnamara.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/McNamara-Saunders-Bridge-House-Exterior-Boathouse.jpg?resize=840%2C474)
The boathouse allows quick access to water fun.
![McNamara-Saunders Bridge House-Interior](https://i0.wp.com/tim-mcnamara.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/McNamara-Saunders-Bridge-House-Interior.jpg?resize=840%2C620)
A cathedral-like space is accentuated by the local stone fireplace.
![McNamara-Saunders Bridge House-Interior-kitchen-bath](https://i0.wp.com/tim-mcnamara.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/McNamara-Saunders-Bridge-House-Interior-kitchen-bath.jpg?resize=840%2C356)
A mix of rustic and modern
![McNamara-Saunders Bridge House-Exterior-Arch](https://i0.wp.com/tim-mcnamara.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/McNamara-Saunders-Bridge-House-Exterior-Arch.jpg?resize=840%2C1021)
Folk vernacular Gothic with Saunders Bridge in the background
![McNamara-Saunders Bridge House-Exterior-Bracket](https://i0.wp.com/tim-mcnamara.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/McNamara-Saunders-Bridge-House-Exterior-Bracket.jpg?resize=840%2C840)
Bracket with a modern twist
![McNamara-Saunders Bridge House-Exterior-Chair](https://i0.wp.com/tim-mcnamara.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/McNamara-Saunders-Bridge-House-Exterior-Chair.jpg?resize=840%2C840)
Relax!
Overview
![Architecture, Planning](https://i0.wp.com/tim-mcnamara.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/McNamara-Saunders-Bridge-House-Exterior.jpg?w=180)
Design Type
Architecture, Planning
Architect
Tim McNamara | Architect,
Description
Saunders Bridge is nestled in the mountains south of Birmingham. This lake setting house takes its forms from Alabama's folk vernacular architecture.