Mill House Design

Mill House Design is a premier design-build firm specializing in the creation of luxury cottages and sophisticated seasonal estates across the Haliburton Highlands. Rooted in a deep respect for the rugged Ontario landscape, our team of master carpenters and project managers bridges the gap between ambitious architectural concepts and technical structural execution.

Our approach is defined by a commitment to site-specific design. Whether we are engineering complex shoreline access or constructing a modern-rustic residence, we prioritize high-end natural materials—like hand-cut granite and sustainable timber—to ensure every project feels anchored to its environment. We provide a comprehensive, turnkey service for clients who value precision, transparency, and a building process that honors the natural beauty of the Highlands.

Vaulted ceiling loft with exposed beams and views of the forest.
Modern summer house with leather chairs and stone hearth.

What Matters to Us

We build for the long-term health of the Haliburton landscape. By integrating high-performance building technologies with sustainable, modern materials, we ensure our cottages are as efficient as they are enduring. For us, environmental design isn’t a checkbox—it’s a commitment to using the most advanced, energy-efficient methods available to protect the land we all love.

We build for the long-term health of the Haliburton landscape. By integrating high-performance building technologies with sustainable, modern materials, we ensure our cottages are as efficient as they are enduring. For us, environmental design isn’t a checkbox—it’s a commitment to using the most advanced, energy-efficient methods available to protect the land
we all love.

high end haliburton cottage interior with high ceilings and luxury furniture
high end haliburton cottage interior with high ceilings and luxury furniture

Green Strategies

We prioritize performance design through site-specific strategies. By integrating natural light, advanced thermal efficiency, and passive ventilation, we build sustainable retreats that minimize environmental impact while maximizing luxury
and comfort.

We prioritize performance design through site-specific strategies. By integrating natural light, advanced thermal efficiency, and passive ventilation, we build sustainable retreats that minimize environmental impact while maximizing luxury and comfort.

Land Stewardship

Our landscape philosophy prioritizes site-specific design—using hand-cut granite and native flora—to create functional, low-maintenance outdoor living spaces that feel like a natural extension of the land and your
living space.

Our landscape philosophy prioritizes site-specific design—using hand-cut granite and native flora—to create functional, low-maintenance outdoor living spaces that feel like a natural extension of the land and your living space.

Natural Light

Utilizing expansive windows to harvest natural light as both an aesthetic and functional asset. By strategically positioning windows we create bright, inspiring interiors that reduce the need for artificial lighting and improve the home's overall thermal performance.

Sustainability

We prioritize low-impact, performance materials that honor
the Highland landscape. By selecting responsibly sourced timber, natural stone, and low-VOC finishes, we build healthy, enduring retreats that harmonize with the environment without compromising on design.

We prioritize low-impact, performance materials that honor the Highland landscape. By selecting responsibly sourced timber, natural stone, and low-VOC finishes, we build healthy, enduring retreats that harmonize with the environment without compromising on design.

Team

Jamie Luck

Owner

jamie.luck@millhousedesign.com

Jamie Luck

Owner

jamie.luck@millhousedesign.com

Cait Luck

Administrator

info@millhousedesign.com

Cait Luck

Administrator

info@millhousedesign.com

Sebastian Ragheb

Landscape Project Manager

sebastian.ragheb@millhousedesign.com

Sebastian Ragheb

Landscape Project Manager

sebastian.ragheb@millhousedesign.com