Custom country homes continue to grow in popularity and for good reason. Country homes offer a unique rustic charm and connection with nature. Furthermore, people constantly desire an escape from urban life, where they can enjoy a few acres of land and more peace and quiet, and a gorgeous custom country home is the perfect place to do just that.
Given the popularity of country homes, this article will provide you with examples of L. Patten & Sons’ custom country homes, as well as 10 tips to consider when building/designing a custom country home.
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Building a new home is a big task, but working with a professional custom home builder in your area will ease the process. Contact L. Patten & Sons today to discuss your dream home!
Design Tips for Custom Country Homes
1. Wraparound Porches
When designing custom country homes, consider incorporating a wraparound porch that extends around multiple sides of the house. This feature not only adds charm and character but also provides ample outdoor living space and opportunities to enjoy the different views of the countryside.
Having a wraparound porch also gives you more opportunity to decorate the exterior of your home with things like:
Hanging flower pots
Patio swings & hammocks
Rocking chairs
Wall art
Patio furniture
Wraparound porches are extremely versatile and can be decorated in many different ways. Check out this article by CountryLiving for wraparound porch decorating ideas.
2. Ceilings with Exposed Beams
Incorporate ceilings with exposed beams in your custom country home.
When designing custom country homes, consider creating a sense of openness and grandeur by incorporating ceilings with exposed beams. You should add exposed beams to your country home because they:
Add a sense of spaciousness
Offer design versatility
Offer structural stability
Are easy to maintain
Add architectural interest
Exposed beams will enhance the country aesthetic of your home.
3. Barn-Style Architecture
Draw inspiration from traditional barns and farmhouses by incorporating barn-style architecture into your home’s design. This could include features like:
Sliding barn doors
Exposed beams
Incorporate the elements of barn-style architecture you love in your custom country home.
4. Outdoor Fire Pit and Indoor Fireplace
Add to your country aesthetic with a wood burning fireplace.
Enhance the country living experience by incorporating an outdoor fire pit and an indoor fireplace. Having these features within custom country homes provides a gathering spot for friends and family and create a cozy ambiance.
Outdoor fire pits allow for year-round enjoyment of the outdoors and indoor fireplaces provide a warm gathering spot during the cold winter months. After all, what is a country home without a beautiful wood-burning fireplace?
5. Mudroom Entry
A mudroom is a practical and functional addition to a country home. It serves as a transitional space between the outdoors and the interior, providing storage for things like muddy boots, jackets and other outdoor gear.
You can also spruce up your mudroom by adding benches, hooks, and cubbies for additional organization and storage.
6. Large Picture Windows
Take full advantage of those countryside views with floor-to-ceiling windows.
Capitalize on the scenic views surrounding your country home by incorporating large picture windows. These expansive windows not only bring in an abundance of natural light but also frame the beautiful landscape outside, blurring the boundaries between inside and outside.
Large windows also:
Facilitate natural ventilation
Promote natural light
Visually expand your living spaces
Make sure to include large windows in your custom country homes!
7. Stone Accents and Walls
Use stone accents or even entire stone walls to add the following elements to your country home:
Texture
Warmth
Authenticity
Stone can be used both on the interior and exterior, creating a seamless connection between the indoors and outdoors.
8. Rustic Kitchen Elements
Custom country homes look awesome with rustic kitchen elements.
Consider incorporating rustic kitchen elements like:
Farmhouse sink
Butcher block countertops
Open shelving with reclaimed wood
Features like these add charm and a touch of nostalgia to the heart of custom country homes.
For more inspiration related to kitchen design, check out our blog “8 Gorgeous Kitchen Ideas for Your Custom Home”.
9. Exposed Brick Walls or Accent Features
Exposed brick walls or accent features can add a sense of history and character to a country home. Use brick in areas like:
Fireplace surround
Kitchen backsplash
Featured wall in a bedroom or living room
No matter where you decide to incorporate exposed brick in your country home, it will add a rustic country aesthetic.
10. Outdoor Entertainment Areas
Take full advantage of your country land by adding outdoor entertainment areas.
Lastly, take advantage of the great outdoors by incorporating dedicated outdoor entertainment areas. This could include a:
Barbecue area
Pergola with seating
Outdoor television area
Outdoor kitchen
Regardless of what you decide to add, ensure you take full advantage of your countryside setting.
Custom Country Homes by L. Patten & Sons
1. Winter Retreat
This beautiful custom country home by L. Patten & Sons, built on a spacious lot, features a wooden porch that wraps around the exterior of the home. This wooden porch paired with various wooden beams and a wooden garage door provides a sense of warmth to this custom country home.
2. Unique Country Home
When it comes to creating unique custom country homes, trust L. Patten & Sons. This country home by L. Patten & Sons is beautiful to look at and demonstrates some inspired design choices. This home has several wooden features which contribute to its country vibe, such as wooden beams and siding.
3. Winter Warmth
This custom country home by L. Patten & Sons is simplistic in design but it encompasses all things country. With its beautiful wooden accents and wooden beams, this home provides a modern twist on country living.
4. Modern Country Home
If you have yet to notice, custom country homes typically involve a lot of wooden features. This is because the look of natural wood provides a sense of warmth and country aesthetic to homes. In this example, for instance, the wooden porch and beams give a rustic country look to this modern country home.
If you are seeking a modern country home, check out our blog “2023 Modern Home Design Trends” for inspiration.
Why Choose L. Patten & Sons?
We Have Been Producing Quality Homes Since 1958
At L. Patten & Sons, we thoroughly understand the home-building process, including how to build custom country homes. That is why you can trust us for all of your home-building needs in the Collingwood, Clearview, and Blue Mountain areas.
Browse our gallery to see some examples of our quality work.
For excellent customer service, rich industry experience, and acute insight into the modern home design trends that will still look amazing years down the line, get in touch with L. Patten & Sons today to begin planning the custom home of your dreams.
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