French Country Style Home Plans
French Country style homes are inspired by the hillsides of rural France and come in a variety of styles from charming cottages to grand chateaus. You'll find that they often feature a mix of old and new elements, stone and stucco exteriors, and all around elegance. At Design Basics, all of our floor plans can be customized to fit your exact home needs!
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What Is a French Country Style Home?
The French Country style comes from the countryside in France and often mixes rustic and refined elements. They come in a variety of sizes and styles ranging from humble cottages to extravagant chateau-style homes. Our French Country floor plans reflect time-honored elements while incorporating modern design features designed for the way we live today.
These homes may showcase thin windows, often with slat-board shutters, steep roofs, multiple gables, and arches for windows and entryways. You will also see some stucco and stone exteriors with window boxes, wrought iron railings, and brick highlights around windows and doors.
Design Basics will work alongside you to help you achieve the French Country home of your dreams. All of our plans can be customized to include all of your must-have features!
Why Are People Choosing French Country Floor Plans?
French Country style homes are popular among homeowners because they provide a comfortable elegance without feeling overwhelming, making them easy to live in and perfect for entertaining. They can be built in a variety of sizes, so they're ideal whether you want a smaller home or need a large amount of square footage. Also, French Country homes have an attractive curb appeal with their beautiful arches, shutters, and steep roof lines.
No matter what features you're looking for, Design Basics has a variety of French Country floor plans to help you build your dream home!
Characteristics of a French Country Home Plan
All of our floor plans can be customized to include your must-haves, but here are a few key features you can expect to see in a French Country home plan!
Tall Windows
One common feature used in French Country style is tall windows. Not only do these look great on the exterior and interior of your home, but they're perfect for illuminating your home – and your life!
Stone & Stucco Exteriors
French Country styling can give your home some amazing curb appeal, often utilizing a mix of stone and stucco on the exterior! These exterior materials offer a beautiful textured look that may further be enhanced by other French Country features, like slat-board shutters and window boxes.
Two Stories
French Country plans are often two stories, which is great for providing some added privacy and separation from the bedrooms and the main living space in the home.
French Country Home Plan FAQS
Thinking about choosing a French Country home plan? Learn more about this home style from our frequently asked questions!
What Is the Difference Between French Country & Farmhouse House Plans?
While they're similar in their rustic style, French Country features more soft, elegant elements than Farmhouse style. You'll also find that French Country home plans have more rounded lines throughout the design while Farmhouse is more defined.
Can French Country Home Plans Be Customized?
Yes! The floor plans at Design Basics can be customized to include all the features you want.
How Much Does It Cost to Build a French Country Home?
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The Design Basics Difference
With more than 35 years of experience in the home design industry, you can count on Design Basics to help you build the home of your dreams!
Our friendly team is here to help answer your questions, choose a floor plan that fits your budget, and provide customization options to make your home all your own. Give us a call to get started!