Country Style House Plans
Country style homes come in a wide variety of styles and sizes that all strive to evoke a sense of comfort and security. When looking for a plan for your ideal country home, there are a number of sources that provide complete plans or inspiration for your own customized plan. Does this Spark an idea?
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Features
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The defining feature for most country homes is an expansive front porch that often wraps around the home. Low-pitched gable roofs and dormers offer symmetry and a sense of coziness. Country house plans are also characterized by an interior that is designed for comfortable living, with a design emphasis on function rather than elegance.
Architectural Styles
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Although farm houses usually come to mind first, country style house plans are available in almost every architectural style imaginable. Next to the ubiquitous farm house, country style often includes charming Victorian homes, cottages and rambling ranches. What they all have in common is a universally appealing, inviting exterior that welcomes visitors. Regardless of the square footage, the country style home reflects a nostalgia for the past and a simpler way of life.
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Plans
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There are many websites that sell a wide assortment of country style house plans. With the wealth of information available online, it's possible to find the exact house plan you've been looking for. House plans typically include elevations for the front, side and rear of the house, floor plans and interior features, such as cabinets, fireplaces and built-ins. You also can expect to receive plans for roofs and foundations, as well as electrical layouts. It is important to have a local architect, builder or contractor review your plans for compliance with local building codes.
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References
- Photo Credit Country House 2 image by Ryan LeBaron from Fotolia.com
