Private Residence

Cave City, Arkansas

Starting a farm from scratch is an enormous undertaking, but this young family has been dedicated to getting back to the basics of life.

A home that reflects this philosophy and supports their hard work was paramount for them to be more efficient in raising their animals, growing and maintaining a large garden, and running the farm’s day to day operations. Their new “modern white farmhouse” fully embraces life centered around its environment.

The home is a blending of two traditional southern styles: the A-frame and the dog-trot. The enclosed central dog-trot area, with entries at both ends, serves as both a functional entry way and primary circulation path through the house. Off this axis, the northern “sleeping bar” contains all bedrooms and baths, while the southern facing “living bar” houses the spacious great room. Large A-frame windows in the master suite allow the sunrise to serve as their alarm clock, and allow the living space to be washed in sunlight from dawn until late afternoon. The fireplace serves both the great room and porch and is clad in rock that was harvested by the family.
The great room is centered around the farmhouse table, where the family gathers together every morning and evening. The southern covered porch provides the often-welcomed opportunity to sit in the shade at noon to take in the cool westerly breeze. A western dining porch, shaded by the adjacent tree line, creates the perfect moment to enjoy the sunset and a fresh, home-grown and home-cooked meal, while reflecting on a long, hard day’s work.

From the outdoor shower, to the concrete floors, to the open kitchen layout for hosting family meals or goat cheese making classes for twelve – this home is designed for function… and like a farm, is inherently beautiful just by its nature.