Today’s featured barndominium on Barndominium Life is this black barndominium on Choctaw Drive by Dutch Builders in Southern Ohio. This home is a great example of how you can create a modern, contemporary home using the barndominium platform. A lot of people have one idea of how barndominiums need to be, and this home shows that anything is possible. If you are looking to design a barndominium that feels current, look no further than Choctaw Drive by Dutch Builders.
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Exterior
One of the first things you will notice about the exterior of Choctaw Drive by Dutch Builders is the color. The black exterior is absolutely stunning and creates a nice contrast with the surrounding landscape. These kinds of dark colors can be a great way to make your home stand out. Plus, it makes the home look industrial and modern without making it too complicated or using too many accessories.
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The profile of Choctaw Drive by Dutch Builders is one of the other things that makes it incredibly special. The way the front porch is integrated with the layout of the building is absolutely brilliant. It gives the residents that usable outdoor space without sticking out too much or being too obtrusive. This ensures that the home can stay low profile without sacrificing the outdoor porch area.
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One of the other very unique things about Choctaw Drive by Dutch Builders is the fact that there is no trim color. This is especially effective when it comes to the garage doors. Normally, home designers will use the garage doors as a way to add some new splashes of color but Choctaw Drive by Dutch Builders has its own style. The solid black throughout is absolutely gorgeous and unique and exemplifies what it means to design and build your own home.
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Interior
The exterior of Choctaw Drive by Dutch Builders may be stark and modern but the interior is the exact opposite. While it still feels contemporary, it is so light and airy and open that it is almost shocking to know it is the same house. This is a masterful move by the designers and helps you feel like you are in a welcoming and inviting space. Plus, without the dark colors, it feels much bigger and has the sense of space that is crucial in a smaller home.
Living Space
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One of the first things you will notice about the interior of Choctaw Drive by Dutch Builders is how large the living space feels. This is partially due to the vaulted ceilings and the sense of height that they give to the home. Vertical space is just as important as horizontal space and can go a long way toward making a home feel welcoming and opulent. Plus, the light colors give it an airy feeling that works incredibly well in this home.
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The large sliding glass door is another important touch that Choctaw Drive by Dutch Builders has. This large door lets in a lot of natural light and is a great touch in general. The recessed lighting above the living area is also very low-profile and wonderfully executed. Lighting is so important in a home, and Choctaw Drive by Dutch Builders uses it perfectly.
Kitchen
The kitchen in Choctaw Drive by Dutch Builders has a very modern feeling and a light color scheme throughout. The neutral colors like whites and grays go a long way toward making it feel clean and crisp. This is exactly the feeling you should be going for when designing a kitchen. This is especially true if you have a family and are certain that the kitchen will be getting a lot of use over the years.
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While the kitchen is certainly adorable, it also has all the modern amenities and features you could want. The stainless steel appliances give the kitchen the contemporary look that the outside of the home has. However, their light color mixed with the colors of the cabinetry and countertops makes the whole thing feel less industrial. Instead, it feels like a cozy, airy kitchen where everyone can feel welcome.
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The small touches in the kitchen of Choctaw Drive by Dutch Builders are what make it. The light fixture above the kitchen island is absolutely gorgeous and so delicate. It is a wonderful reference to the rest of the interior and makes it feel as classy as possible. These small details can make or break a space and Choctaw Drive by Dutch Builders utilizes them perfectly.
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Bedroom
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Choctaw Drive by Dutch Builders is all about simplicity on the inside, and the bedroom is a perfect example of this. While the colors are the same as the living space and kitchen, the bedroom is carpeted and feels incredibly warm and inviting. The carpet is also dark enough to warm up the space just enough, which is ideal for a bedroom. You don’t want bedrooms to feel sterile or too crisp like you do for a kitchen, so this is a great decision.
Bathroom
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The bathroom in Choctaw Drive by Dutch Builders has many of the same design elements as the rest of the home. The wood flooring is an excellent touch, though, and warms up the room enough to make it feel a little more organic. While the designers could have used tile or linoleum, the choice of continuing the wood flooring was a wise one. This bathroom is a great place to start your day and sets the tone for the rest of the home.
Other Spaces
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The barndominium basement in Choctaw Drive by Dutch Builders is absolutely breathtaking and is a great place for storage or could even be finished eventually. While the home itself is not huge, the fact there is so much basement storage space underneath the home more than makes up for that. Having enough storage is essential if you want to keep your home clean and make sure there is no clutter. This was an incredibly smart choice by the designers of Choctaw Drive by Dutch Builders and will help the owners keep their homes fresh and crisp for a long time.
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Michael O’Connor is a seasoned barndominium writer passionate about creating unique and innovative barndominiums. With over 15 years of experience in the construction industry, Michael has established himself as a leading expert in barndominium design and construction.
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