Golf Course Retreat in Madison’s Cherokee Marsh Neighborhood

A custom home on TPC Wisconsin, designed inside and out by Silver Leaf Interiors

When our clients, decided to relocate from their longtime family home in northern Wisconsin to Madison, they weren’t just changing addresses; they were starting a new chapter in their lives. Set along the fairways of TPC Wisconsin, their new golf course retreat gave our interior design team the perfect canvas to create a space that feels like home.

Project Details

Location: Cherokee Marsh neighborhood / TPC Wisconsin, Madison
Project: New construction, whole-home interior design
Builder: Silver Wood Homes
Photographer: Beth Skogan

Materials & Finishes

Cabinetry: Custom alder in a rich dark stain; glass-front uppers with interior lighting
Flooring: Light wood throughout the main level; brick herringbone tile in the mudroom/laundry
Fireplaces: Stacked stone (living room), gas with arched metal doors (sunroom), plus a lower-level gathering fireplace
Tile: Waterfall-inspired glass and stone (guest shower); painted beadboard (powder bath)
Lighting: Layered — expansive natural light, decorative fixtures placed per room, cabinet interior lighting
Color palette: Warm woods, light floors, stone, blackened metal

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Designed from the Inside Out

One of the most creative parts of our work is developing thoughtful house plans and then carrying that vision through every interior finish. An open staircase with metal balusters creates a light, airy connection between levels while adding a touch of architectural interest. Custom alder cabinetry in a rich dark stain provides a striking contrast to the light wood floors, creating a warm and balanced foundation throughout every room in the house.

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A Living Room Anchored in Stone and Timber

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A Primary Suite Designed for True Comfort

The primary suite features a beautiful bedroom with a light tray ceiling accented by wood trim, bringing in warmth and subtle detail. The ensuite bathroom was designed for true comfort, with double vanity sinks, a bidet, and a spacious walk-in shower that creates a spa-like experience. Oval mirrors flanked by sconces complete the vanity wall, adding softness and balance to the overall design.

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A Cook’s Kitchen Built for Gathering

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Light in Every Season

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A Lower Level That Lives Like the Main Floor

The exposed lower level lives as a seamless extension of the main floor, with finishes that blend effortlessly for a cohesive experience. A second fireplace creates another cozy gathering area. Barn doors close off a game room, and the guest shower features a waterfall inspired combination of glass and stone tile with shampoo niches for added function.

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The Details That Finish a Home

The powder bathroom includes painted beadboard that adds a special layer of detail. The mudroom and combined laundry space feature a brick herringbone tile floor and built in locker cubbies to store all the things. The front load washer and dryer are encased in custom cabinetry for a true built in look.

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A New Chapter, Designed Around Their New Life

For these clients, the move to Madison meant trading square footage for living with more intention. Our interior designers created a home where every finish, from the arched fireplace doors to the library-like cabinetry, was chosen for how they live now: hosting family, enjoying the golf course, and settling into a space that feels like just like home.

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