Farmhouse Redux

A bright and spacious foyer welcomes natural light and views of the outdoors into the home.

An open-plan kitchen, adjacent to a covered porch, has a large central island, dining nook, and floating shelves.

The beautifully crafted kitchen cabinetry is painted a deep blue, complimenting the warm wood floors, white counters, and metal accents.

A wall cut-out alongside the stair exposes the contemporary metal railing, and an understairs space is carved out to allow for floating storage shelves.

A large, open living space connects to the kitchen through a large cased opening, and an upstairs mezzanine looks down over the space.

A view from the foyer looking towards the living space, at the center of which is a wood-burning stove and custom stone hearth, surrounded by large windows spanning up to the cathedral ceiling.

A fluffy dogs runs down the upstairs mezzanine, accented with metal railings and heavy wood structural elements.

A freestanding tub, weathered tile floors and large basin sink create a rustic feel in this modern farmhouse bathroom.

An efficient laundry room with large window, counter space, and dog washing station

This contemporary bedroom has a generous number of windows, configured to bring light in while still creating a cozy and private space

This contemporary farmhouse is nestled among the trees and rolling country landscape

The double-height entry space is washed in a warm natural light from tall windows as stairs with a contemporary metal railing turn a corner into the space.

Hillsborough, NC

General Contractor: GRC Remodel

Photos: Marilyn Peryer

Where light was once sparse, the new owner of this rural Hillsborough home desired bright spaces that would remind her of the serenity and openness of the countryside. The previously dark interiors are transformed by white-washed walls and abundant windows overlooking the pastoral setting. A broad front porch invites relaxed lingering and various interior sitting areas assure gracious entertaining for family and friends. A dramatic bridge spans the lower level living room and connects upstairs bedrooms with a home office. The elegant yet warm kitchen is ready to deliver a quiet dinner or a party for a crowd. The luxurious first floor primary suite enjoys views of the picturesque adjacent barn and resident farm animals. An efficient mud room and laundry room includes a dog wash for the resident mascot. The owner’s whimsy is revealed by personal touches such as the window in the bathroom opening to a chandelier that falls above the foyer, delightful Americana artifacts, and an old fireplace displayed in a marble niche. A strong collaborative relationship between owner, contractor and architect contributed to the success of this project.