Farmhouse/Country

Originating in the USA in 1920 Ranch style home is a type of single-story house that is typically characterized by its long, low profile and simple, open floor plan. Ranch homes often feature a U-shaped or L-shaped layout, with a central living area and bedrooms located on one side of the house. Many ranch homes are designed to take advantage of natural light and provide easy access to outdoor living spaces. They often have vaulted ceilings, and large windows and use natural materials. We see Australian Ranch style homes in rural settings around Australia.

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Cottage–style homes are typically small to medium–sized houses that are designed to be cosy, comfortable, and full of character. Originating in England in the 19th century they are still popular all over the world and are found all over Australia. Some of the common features of cottage–style homes include steeply pitched roofs, large windows for natural sunlight, cosy, inviting interiors with exposed beams, wood panelling, and other natural materials. The use of timber mouldings for skirting, architraves, cornice mould and lining boards complements the natural materials used in the interiors.

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Barn-style houses resemble a traditional barns, both inside and out. The exterior of Barn style houses often features a simple, rectangular shape with a steeply pitched roof, sliding doors and large windows. In traditional barn styles, you will also see dormer windows or cupolas.  

The interior of barn-style houses is often characterized by an open floor plan, with a large central living space that combines the kitchen, dining room, and living room. Barn-style houses feature rustic design elements such as exposed beams, natural wood finishes, and stone accents. Timber mouldings are often used in barn-style houses to enhance the rustic and natural character of the interior design. Wall and ceiling panels and battens are used commonly to achieve this style with Intrim VJ Board Pro a popular choice.

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Modern farmhouse style is a contemporary take on traditional farmhouse design. This style carries the elements of farmhouse style like natural materials, natural colour palette, vintage and rustic look and uncomplicated design with a twist of modern and minimalistic elements to give it a bit less rustic and more sophisticated look. Timber mouldings are often used to frame windows and doors including using timber to create window sill, and architraves, coffered ceilings are often created using timber mouldings to give depth to the room. Apart from skirtings and cornices, other commonly used mouldings in the modern farmhouse style are panelling on walls and ceilings used in the kitchen and bathrooms.

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