The modern farmhouse design is one of the most popular requests our clients bring to us in today’s market when we are designing their new home. This style is a mix of industrial and rustic with clean and simple lines. Classic textures and colors keep this design scheme from being trendy and dated, and because of its eclectic nature, no two homes look alike. Here are our top 5 ways to create a modern farmhouse of your own.

PLAN OF THE MONTH: THE FAIRLANE

We are excited to share one of our newest premier plans this month, the Fairlane. This spacious 1 story plan has 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths and 1 half bath, an office, mudroom, butler’s pantry, and a 3 car garage. The split bedroom arrangement is perfect for families, and a private guest suite creates the perfect place for overnight guests or an in-law suite.

WHAT’S NEW IN CABINET OPTIONS

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Cabinetry is one of the most important items in your home. Not only do your cabinets dramatically influence the interior design, they are key to improving the functionality of your space. There are tons of new and exciting finishes and accessories for cabinetry that may be the perfect fit for your new home.

WHICH WINDOW IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

Building a custom home means that you can personalize the design you are looking for both on the interior and the exterior. Roof pitch, doors, siding materials, and paint colors all play a part in creating the architectural style you desire, but the windows you choose make a powerful impact as well. We use low-E vinyl windows on all of our homes for energy efficiency in the Florida climate. While many people are familiar with the white windows with traditional grids, there are so many more grid patterns and colors to choose from.

BATHTUB OPTIONS AND DESIGNS

A beautiful bathtub can create a stunning centerpiece for any master bathroom. They come in several configurations, designs, and materials; and new innovations in hydrotherapy allow these tubs to create a relaxing, as well as healing experience. Secondary bathtubs are also available in different designs and materials, allowing you to enhance the design of guest baths as well. Whether you prefer freestanding, drop in, round, or rectangular, there is a tub that can meet your design needs.

TOP 5 NEUTRAL GRAY WALL COLORS

There are so many beautiful gray colors that we see right now in cabinetry, flooring, countertops, wood tones, and textiles. These grays range from warm greige to silvery blue and are a timeless choice to incorporate into your design scheme. As we work thru the selection process with our clients, we look at the undertones in the gray items that they have chosen and determine which paint colors will work best. As a neutral, gray blends with almost anything, and choosing the right gray for your walls can really tie the entire look together. Below are our top 5 gray wall colors to consider for your new home.

ALL ABOUT SHOWER ENCLOSURES

Every master bath shower we design with our clients is unique. Some are more of a rectangular, some are more squared off, some have bench seats, and some have more than one entrance. No matter what the shape, shower glass is an important design component for both function and style. Glass enclosures fall into 3 main categories: framed, frameless, and fixed.

TOP 5 TIPS TO INCORPORATE AGING IN PLACE PRINCIPLES

One of the best things about building a custom home is the ability to create a house that is tailor made for you and your family’s exact needs. Often, our clients plan to stay in their homes for decades, and there are a few elements to consider in the design of your home that can make it easier for you to live there regardless of your age. The concept of “aging in place” has generated numerous studies on exactly what you can do now to make the future enjoyable.

ADDING STYLE AND FUNCTION WITH INTERIOR DOORS

The doors of your home serve an essential function in creating privacy and hiding storage areas, but they can contribute quite a lot to the overall design style as well! The type of door, door construction, and door style all come together to provide another element that helps you create the perfect look in your home as well as giving the right kind of function for you. Understanding these different features allows you to choose precisely the door you need.

PLAN OF THE MONTH: THE GLENVIEW

The Glenview plan comes loaded with options like recessed shower floors, stepped ceilings, and large trim moldings. The versatile exterior can be modified to fit many different design styles. For a craftsman look, clip the front gable and add stone accents. Changing the siding to board and batten and adding metal roof accents changes it to more of a farmhouse, where adding large bahama shutters and simplifying the front columns creates a tropical feel. The expansive back porch is a dream for outdoor entertaining with space not only for lots of seating, but plenty of room to add a summer kitchen and an outdoor fireplace or firepit.