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Rural Revitalization

A desire to maintain tradition prompts renovations on rustic structures

Implications - As aspects of tradition are increasingly diminished as modern aesthetics take center stage, efforts to maintain customs and conventional practices have become a priority. Seeking to satisfy the best of both worlds, consumers are combining the rustic charm of rural living with the allure of contemporary conveniences. This reflects the growing need to maintain the familiarity of tradition among the influx of stiff and neutral contemporary aesthetics.

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6 Featured, 50 Examples: 981,450 Total Clicks

Date Range: Feb 13 - Apr 14

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Consumer Insight Topics: Art & Design Modern Architecture

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Converted Barn Abodes - Sitio da Leziria was Once a Stable and Cleverly Retains a Similar Program

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Warm 40,520 Clicks Pub: Feb 13, 13

Converted Barn Abodes

Sitio da Leziria was Once a Stable and Cleverly Retains a Similar Program

The beautiful Sítio da Lezíria presented its designer, Atelier Data, with compelling possibilities. The project began by stripping the once-functional horse stable down to its bare structure and... [More]

Organic Arbor Illuminators - These Bichos Lights by Martinho Pita Celebrate Unique Craftsmanship

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Warm 8,991 Clicks Pub: Feb 28, 14

Organic Arbor Illuminators

These Bichos Lights by Martinho Pita Celebrate Unique Craftsmanship

Martinho Pita’s Bichos Lights were conceived after the designer spent a few months away from the city and in his father’s place out in the countryside. While away and amidst a rural... [More]

Homogeneous Modern Farmhouses - DC2 Residence Achieves Natural Uniformity within its Rural Landscape

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Warm 28,237 Clicks Pub: Sep 24, 13

Homogeneous Modern Farmhouses

DC2 Residence Achieves Natural Uniformity within its Rural Landscape

The DC2 residence is a harmonious hybrid of the rustic barn and the minimalist modern home. Vincent van Duysen Architects was given the challenge of creating a subdued country dwelling amidst a... [More]

Tranquil Barn Abodes - This Renovated Barn House in Spain is Charming and Unique

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Warm 9,205 Clicks Pub: Mar 1, 14

Tranquil Barn Abodes

This Renovated Barn House in Spain is Charming and Unique

Imagine living in a place so peaceful, relaxing and pretty that it almost feels like you’re in tranquil rehab for some much needed R&R; well this place does exist in the form of a renovated... [More]

Reinvigorated Barn Homes - This 18th Century Barn has Turned into a Double Height Volume Home

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Mild 4,747 Clicks Pub: Jan 31, 14

Reinvigorated Barn Homes

This 18th Century Barn has Turned into a Double Height Volume Home

UK-based architecture firm Snook Architects has converted an 18th-century barn called the Cat Hill Barn found in Yorkshire, London. The result is a modern home featuring earth-toned bricks and a... [More]

Contemporary Barn Homes - This Modern Barn Design is Calming and Warm

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Mild 9,366 Clicks Pub: Mar 11, 14

Contemporary Barn Homes

This Modern Barn Design is Calming and Warm

Taking the traditional barn to a whole new level, this stunning modern barn design makes for both a perfect family home or a relaxing vacation home. Located in the lush region of Charlevoix, France,... [More]