Bucksnort Farm
The primary intention guiding the architectural design of a new 5,500 SF home for a couple returning to the area to be near their large extended family is for the home to function as a gathering spot for the growing clan. The couple passionately yearned to create a home that would occupy a special place in the memories of their children and grandchildren. When not filled with family, the house also meets the pair’s interests by creating a haven for cooking, entertaining and gardening as well as dedicated space for work.
The architectural design of the home is consistent with the Chester County farmhouse vernacular, with emphasis on the home’s relationship to the landscape. The house reveals itself upon approach from the entry drive and is seen first from the oblique rather than head on. Sited just beyond the rise of a hill on the 25-acre property, it doesn’t dominate the landscape but instead appears embedded in it. A forecourt cut into the hill creates a feeling of enclosure at the entry which, as you move through the house from front to back, opens to bright light and a sprawling view through the south-facing expanses of glass.
Part of the architectural design strategy for Bucksnort Farm included turning the stair hall parallel to the front (north) face of the home rather than placing it perpendicular as is typical in a center hall style. This allows the primary living spaces to run continuously along the rear (south) face of the home’s main level without the break created by a center hall configuration.
The design is supportive of a contemporary style of living with a large open kitchen and breakfast room connecting family and living rooms, and a large pantry. A private formal dining room features beautiful millwork reminiscent of 18th century fine carpentry and includes built in cabinetry, fireplace mantel and arched door and opening.
For day-to-day living, the main level of the home meets most of the needs of the couple. When entertaining family the lower level of the home – which includes a recreation space, gym and connection to the pool deck – provides additional room.
In Okie style, the house is broken into major and minor parts, giving the illusion that it was developed over time. The plan concludes with a detached carriage house/garage and apartment set perpendicular to the main house, enclosing the service court and bounded by the hillside at north, adding to the aforementioned feeling of enclosure.
Soon to join the home at Bucksnort Farm is a timber frame bank barn which will include space for entertaining on the upper level with workshop and stable space below.
The architectural design of the home is consistent with the Chester County farmhouse vernacular, with emphasis on the home’s relationship to the landscape. The house reveals itself upon approach from the entry drive and is seen first from the oblique rather than head on. Sited just beyond the rise of a hill on the 25-acre property, it doesn’t dominate the landscape but instead appears embedded in it. A forecourt cut into the hill creates a feeling of enclosure at the entry which, as you move through the house from front to back, opens to bright light and a sprawling view through the south-facing expanses of glass.
Part of the architectural design strategy for Bucksnort Farm included turning the stair hall parallel to the front (north) face of the home rather than placing it perpendicular as is typical in a center hall style. This allows the primary living spaces to run continuously along the rear (south) face of the home’s main level without the break created by a center hall configuration.
The design is supportive of a contemporary style of living with a large open kitchen and breakfast room connecting family and living rooms, and a large pantry. A private formal dining room features beautiful millwork reminiscent of 18th century fine carpentry and includes built in cabinetry, fireplace mantel and arched door and opening.
For day-to-day living, the main level of the home meets most of the needs of the couple. When entertaining family the lower level of the home – which includes a recreation space, gym and connection to the pool deck – provides additional room.
In Okie style, the house is broken into major and minor parts, giving the illusion that it was developed over time. The plan concludes with a detached carriage house/garage and apartment set perpendicular to the main house, enclosing the service court and bounded by the hillside at north, adding to the aforementioned feeling of enclosure.
Soon to join the home at Bucksnort Farm is a timber frame bank barn which will include space for entertaining on the upper level with workshop and stable space below.
Country: United States
Zip Code: 19348
