The Painters' Lake House competition asked architects to design a new residence and workshop on the shore of Cernostes Lake, replacing the existing structures in poor condition. The brief called for a home that can host two painters and their families for three-month stays, balancing shared living with private space. A key requirement was a transformable workshop offering abundant natural light and the flexibility to shift between open and subdivided layouts. Designs needed to withstand harsh Latvian seasons, use eco-friendly and cost-efficient construction methods, and respect local vernacular patterns—such as the traditional courtyard arrangement—while integrating with the lakefront landscape and supporting Latvia's growing ecotourism potential.