MRH Architectural Design
At Modern Rustic Homes we have created our business model to assist our clients in every facet of making their dream home a reality. Our design/build strategy allows us to capture your thoughts and ideas and turn them into a home that reflects the look and feel you have envisioned and respects your lifestyle.
We have purposely structured our standards to accommodate your requests for residential style, floor plan preferences and amenities. In essence our standard is “what you want”, not a mix of other clients’ preferences.
Some things, however, are constant. We always build a house that is plumb, level and square. The mechanical systems are well thought out for efficiency and comfort. Technology is integrated throughout the home to make “connectivity” a reality.
Sustainable Architectural Design
Sustainability is reflected in our choice of both natural and synthetic materials. Energy efficiency home design is supported by using spray foam insulation, high performance windows and doors, tankless water heaters and passive solar. Reduced maintenance is established by using quality paint and stain products as well as a mix of wood, stone and fiber cement materials.
Functional Home Design
While these features are important, the floor plan of the house must take into consideration how you live. The kitchen has become grand central and as such now has many more functions.
Gourmet kitchens are outfitted with six burner cook tops, pot faucets, double ovens, pizza ovens, prep spaces, baking areas, serving areas and even cook book libraries. Islands have become the prime gathering space and support multiple functions as well.
Natural light is prominent with larger, more expansive windows and doors. Our home design consists of looking through a visual axis at the spaces creating an order to the rooms. Focal points such as fireplaces, art walls or exterior views provide a comforting site line.
Estate Home Design
Having designed and built many estate-size homes, we have earned a reputation for understanding the needs of our most discerning clients.
We take this knowledge and experience and use it to advise our home-buying clients who choose to purchase an existing home rather than to build a new one.
Additional Home Services
Another client service that helps make your experience with Modern Rustic Homes a “one stop shop” is real estate.
We engage with local real estate professionals, in order to help our clients find the property that’s appropriate for them as well. Whether you prefer acreage to insure privacy or a traditional neighborhood community.
Michael Grant
the creator of Modern Rustic Homes, is a residential designer with a bachelor’s degree from Georgia Tech.
Commonly Asked Questions
What is the geographical range that you build in?
We provide design and construction services across typically across north Georgia. Should you only need design services our reach is much further.
How involved can I/do I have to be in building my house?
We have a variety of phases in the construction that demand your attention. This is intended to confirm your preferences for fixtures, finishes and the details of your home. An example would be cabinets and built-ins. We consult with you about the cabinet layouts, then we need your direction and approval for door and drawer styles, the color of the paint and/or stain and details for the cabinet accessories. Built-ins for mudrooms, hobby rooms wine cellars will also need your personal touch. Lighting fixtures also require your specification so we know specifically which fixture is being used in each room.
What do you mean by “turn-key” construction?
Turn-key is exactly what it sounds like – when we’re done, all you have to do with your home is turn the key in the front door. We will prepare the build site, rough-in the utilities, finish the carpentry, and even finish the landscaping!
Do you build boat docks?
Yes, we build boat docks for any of those lakes where docks are allowed such as Lake Lanier, Allatoona Lake, Clark Hill Lake, Hartwell Lake, Chatuge Lake, Lake Burton or Lake Blue Ridge. Unfortunately, some lakes that are managed by the US Corp of Engineers (like Carters Lake) do not allow boat docks.