Comments on: Memorial House Style: Rustic-Art-Somethingorother

By: Brent

Brent — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 03:31:12 +0000

Did you ever build the lakeview Cottage? We are looking at this plan also and just wanted any tips you may offer.

By: Erin J

Erin J — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:48:57 +0000

I like your ideas. The style of my home is “me”. We built in 2007 and the house itself is a bit prairie, a bit mission, and a bit farmhouse I suppose. The interior has a combination natural Maple / natural Cherry trim, very square. The floors are red birch, which is actually the heartwood of yellow birch, but has a cinnamon-colored glow and we love it. We have dog, cat, toddler, and muddy boot prints, that give the floor character and it holds up nicely. The colors in our house are warm, but vibrant and the furniture is almost all hand-me downs or garage sale purchases. We have some old stained glass windows flanking our fireplace and the weathervane from the barn that used to stand where our house stands now is mounted on the end of one of the vaulted ceilings. I love the history in our home, even though the house itseld is only three years old. I’d be happy to share some ideas and pictures of things we’ve done if you’re interested.

By: Sara @ Russet Street Reno

Sara @ Russet Street Reno — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:38:54 +0000

I think my style is ‘modern traditional’. I like old houses, built ins, craftsman and colonial touches, but I also like simple lined furniture, non-fussy items and spare decorating. I pretty much do what is comfortable and clutter-free. I don’t like ‘tablescapes,’ items that aren’t really cool or really useful, and ‘filler’ in my rooms. I think you are going to create a wonderful space for yourselves!

By: Robin

Robin — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:23:14 +0000

I love this post.

Except we’re leaning towards craftsman inspired (trim, doors, cabinet style but lighter color) but I can’t stand how uncomfortable the chairs are. Our big flat house has no style but it isn’t too far from the prairie style which is semi-common in our area since Frank Lloyd Wright lived nearby.

It’s never too early to consider future design features especially ones that affect lots of rooms. Trim/door color vs. wood floor color vs. woven blind color. I love woven blinds and how versatile they are. In some rooms we’ll just have the blinds and it other rooms we’re going to add curtains over the top (which can add some elegance depending on the fabric).

By: meryl rose

meryl rose — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 02:19:59 +0000

Holy shit! I LOVE the saw horse side table!!! I may just have to make one of those for our house….

By: Stephanie

Stephanie — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 12:39:12 +0000

We also looking forward to building our dream home – in the rustic elegance style that you are looking for. The home we’ve chosen is the Lakeview Cottage by Garrell & Associates. I’ve included a couple links in case they inspire you.

http://www.swaininchomes.com/gallery_25_whelchel.htm - The house on the main page (one is wood, the other painted blue/green) is what we’re going for.

http://www.garrellassociates.com/rustic-luxury-mountain-house-plan-tranquility

By: amisare waswerebeen

amisare waswerebeen — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:53:47 +0000

I love a lot of the styles from Pottery Barn. But, you have to add your own elements. It’s good for a base.

By: Elisa @ whatthevita

Elisa @ whatthevita — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 22:53:23 +0000

semi-modern, semi-mid century modern, semi-thrifted style, semi-transitional, semi-whatevs over here. Love your idea board, looks very warm yet stylish.

By: carrie @ brick city love

carrie @ brick city love — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:40:14 +0000

Sticking to one particular style or store is too boring & rigid for us. I’m sure someone could define our style but, when you’re on the inside looking out, it’s a little more complicated. We like found objects, things with a story, pieces that are functional, useful, & practical, vintage items and especially things we make ourselves. I would hate for someone to come into our home and think “Pottery Barn Spring 2009″ or even just “Crate & Barrel” or “IKEA”. I don’t want our home to look like anyone’s except ours. Different is good.

By: Aimee

Aimee — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 16:51:54 +0000

Oops, that should have read one set of rules, not rooms! LOL!