Custom home design seems to go in cycles, with popular trends coming and going. While some trends are here to stay (think large walk-in closets and gourmet kitchens) others may fizzle out over time. Another recurring cycle we see is the resurgence of classic features which may have disappeared for a time, but come back due to their charm and nostalgia.
As families once again consider multi-generational living, and are looking for a leisurely lifestyle which evaded them for so long – these once popular features are making a huge comeback. If you are looking for ways to make your home more cozy and nostalgic, check out these tips.
Custom Home Design Which Brings Back the Past
- Wrap Around Porch: Perhaps one of the most classic of home features, the large, wrap around porch gave way to terra cotta and paver entranceways in recent years. While perhaps still not seen in Sarasota subdivisions, the country style porch is making a comeback in rural, beach and even downtown historic areas. Add a porch swing and a pitcher of lemonade, and you have an outdoor space for relaxing and waving hello to neighbors. One Florida touch you may want to add – large paddle fans to keep the air moving through the summer.
- White Picket Fence: Nothing says “home” more than a white picket fence around your property, especially if you landscape with colorful plants and tropical flowers. While many HOAs dictate which type of fence you can erect around your property, we see these classic fences scattered throughout established Sarasota neighborhoods and enclaves.
- Stone Fireplace: Because of our climate, a fireplace is not always the firs custom home design feature which comes to mind. But classic stone fireplace makes an impressive statement in a room, and is perfect for January and February evenings. Still not convinced? Build a large stone fireplace outdoors on your lanai. Surround with generous seating and you have an ideal gathering place all year round.
- Large Country Table: The popularity of the modern eat-in kitchen (and the near demise of the formal living room) has made a large table to gather the family around seem a bit obsolete. But you can combine the best of all worlds, with a huge gourmet kitchen and a large, country-style table for the family. Bring back meals together while not sacrificing the sophistication of your dream kitchen.
- English Gardens: While this make take a bit more work, an old English tea garden is a classic look which has many variations. Rose bushes in many colors, trellises overgrown with ivy, zen-inspired fountains and stone walkways evoke that sense of nostalgia, just like your grandma’s garden growing up.
Working with you to build your custom home – whether a new residence, a vacation home, or a retirement place – is the strength of the Lindahl Construction team. We can help you to take your nostalgic design ideas and bring them into the present, with innovative, resilient materials and our distinct brand of expertise and professionalism.
Browse the photo sharing sites, gather your ideas, and bring them to us. We will bring your vision to life, while also incorporating the most modern methods of construction. We have been building Longboat Key homes and Sarasota residences for decades, and look forward to building your custom home. Call us today for an initial consultation – whether you own the lot, need help finding a location, or want to renovate your existing home. Let’s create something beautiful.