The Midwest is known for more than just corn, cowboys, and community. Throughout 2021, contemporary prairie homes have been in high demand. Not sure if that style of home is right for you? Here’s what to look for in a prairie-style custom home.

Horizontal Lines

One of the core giveaways of a prairie-style home is the exterior design. Most prairie homes have specific horizontal designs on the outside. Trim, siding, bricks, and many other elements are horizontally aligned to accentuate the home’s origin beginning in Japanese culture. The prairie home design fit perfectly in the Midwest, and especially in the Lincoln, Nebraska area.

Simplicity

You will find with many prairie homes that simplicity is key to both interior and exterior design. The character of each individual home is allowing natural elements of a home to shine through while still holding that high-end look. Wood, brick, and other elements build a home’s character and gives each individual home a story to tell.

Cantilevered, Flat Roofs

Continuing with the element of horizontal lines, long roofs with overhangs can help distinguish a prairie home from a farmhouse or country-style home. These roofs help show the purpose of the flow of a house, from the inside to the outside. That overhang invites guest to come inside and view the luxury custom build of the prairie home.

At True North, we believe in creating a home that will tell your family’s story from beginning to end. We emphasize that every home and customer have a different luxurious style and origin that can be shown throughout their home, internally and externally. Interested in knowing more about how to create your prairie dream and how you can get the custom home that can tell your story? You can read more about our six-step process on our website under the ‘Our Process’ tab or call us at 402-617-6536 to get started with your custom home build today.