Large Family House in American Style

For Andrew and Brielle Economos, buying a new house was necessary for the classic reason — they needed more space. The couple loved their previous home, but their three sons — Jake, Max, and Joshua — and recently added baby Audrey were starting to feel cramped. After selling their cottage and beginning the search for a new home, they, like many families, were hoping for something special. And they found it. Returning from work, the couple drove past their favorite neighborhood while a real estate agent was putting up a 'For Sale' sign near one of the houses.

This house stood out. Large, but not two-story, yet inside — high ceilings. Trees spread across the perimeter of the plot. We were in the right place at the right time and couldn't believe our luck.18th-century French bakery table and Art Deco glass chandelier

Andrew and Brielle immediately knew: they had found exactly what they were looking for. So, they went into negotiations right away and within a few days began developing ideas for their dream home. The couple owns a construction company, which simplified the process. The first thing they did was clad the house with siding.

We both love siding for its functionality — protection from snow, rain, and moisture — and its aesthetic appeal that brings warmth and charm.

Large area of 500 square meters gave the family space for an expansive layout that includes five bedrooms, a study, an open-plan kitchen and living room.

We wanted each family member to have their own space.

As for the interior of the house, the couple were on the same wavelength. Especially after a trip to Napa Valley in California, where both fell in love with the aesthetic of the American-style farmhouse.

We love American style: grand proportions, handcrafted furniture, natural materials. We knew that’s what we wanted too.

Therefore, the home features an open layout connecting rooms and creating a social space for the whole family. Floating ceilings fill the house with light and give it a sense of spaciousness.

Kitchen furniture was chosen from natural wood painted white. The center features a kitchen island — a distinctive feature of American kitchens.

We chose entirely white furniture because it makes the kitchen appear bright and refreshes the space.

The dining table is located near panoramic doors offering views of the scenic veranda. The chairs are chosen in the color of parquet flooring and made with leather upholstery.

When the family is big and children are still little, leather is a practical and beautiful choice for furniture upholstery.

The living room, kitchen, and dining area were joined and built in the style of the traditional American 'great room': a grand space with floating ceilings. The roof turret emits light and allows air to circulate.

All the space is decorated with vases of flowers, and bronze rod chandeliers and uniquely shaped lights give the living room character. A sisal rug, natural parquet flooring, linen upholstery, and an aged French commode infuse the interior with warmth and coziness.

Andrew and Brielle’s bedroom is the only one in the house painted soft gray. Inside, there's a large high bed, complemented by black bedside tables on either side. Large windows and wide window sills provided the couple with additional relaxation space.

The children’s room also predominantly features white, but to add some mood, the couple used wallpaper with a floral pattern.

The bathroom in the home has an unconventional layout. The unusual window is the owner's idea.

The house has a separate exit to the veranda and garden. To bring more light into the home and observe the garden during sunny summers and snowy winters, the couple chose panoramic French doors — twelve meters long and four wide.