A contemporary country house in brick and timber cladding with a terrace, panoramic glazing, warm sunset light, green landscaping and a walking area
A lounge area by a country house: brick walls, timber cladding, panoramic windows and a terrace, soft sunset light
A country house in a craft style in evening light: a brick façade, panoramic windows, a terrace and a bench, viewed from the path
A contemporary country house viewed from the yard: a brick façade, timber cladding, a black standing-seam roof, panoramic windows, evening light
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Residential settlement · Standard house designs

Design project for a residential settlement

Residential settlement · Concept

About the project

We developed a series of distinctive standard house types for a country development, combining country architecture with functional planning. Each type, whether 71, 106, 134 or 154 m², offers comfortable, well-considered housing that brings together natural materials and a contemporary aesthetic. The designs are made for easy country living and suit both smaller families and those who want more space.

Client request

The developer of a country settlement approached us for a range of standard house types: ready architectural solutions to accompany plot sales. Several formats were needed for different floor areas and family sizes, from a compact house to a spacious two-storey one, all within a single recognisable style for the development.

Challenge

The main challenge was to create standard types that look equally convincing in the showroom and once built, replicate easily and still avoid monotony. A single architectural language had to run through the whole range (71–154 m²), with rational plans for different ways of living and photorealistic visualisations for sales.

Concept

The range is grounded in contemporary country architecture in natural materials: brickwork, timber cladding and the black accents of a standing-seam roof. Panoramic glazing, considered terraces and lounge areas connect each house to its plot. A shared palette and shared devices bring the four house types together, while the range of sizes and storeys suits both smaller families and those who want space.

Result

The range comprises four standard house types of 71, 106, 134 and 154 m², each with a developed floor plan, façade design and photorealistic visualisations. Every type is ready for sale and construction, and together they give the development a recognisable architectural character.

71 m² house project

This welcoming 71 m² house suits smaller families or couples who value comfort and function. Its architecture blends contemporary and traditional elements into a warm, inviting whole. The façade combines natural timber and brick, which looks handsome and also stands up to the weather.

A spacious terrace beside the house is the place for morning coffee and for evenings outdoors. The greenery around it and the planting scheme make it a calm place to sit.

  1. 1Entrance hall
  2. 2Children's room
  3. 3Bedroom
  4. 4Bathroom
  5. 5Walk-in wardrobe
  6. 6Kitchen-dining room
  7. 7Living room
Floor plan of a 71 m² house showing room layout, staircase, windows and furniture, zoned section with dimensions

71 m² house project

A contemporary country house in brick and timber cladding with a terrace, panoramic glazing, warm sunset light, green landscaping and a walking area

106 m² house project

The 106 m² house is built for family life. Like the previous type, its exterior combines the elegance of brickwork with the warmth of timber cladding for a harmonious, inviting appearance. A modern roof covering and large panoramic windows underline the architecture and bring plenty of daylight indoors.

Particular attention went to the outdoor space: a lounge area with a fire pit made for summer evenings. The landscaping follows the architecture of the house, creating a comfortable, handsome place to relax and entertain.

  1. 1Entrance hall
  2. 2Corridor
  3. 3Guest bathroom
  4. 4Bathroom
  5. 5Children's room
  6. 6Bedroom
  7. 7Study
  8. 8Utility room
  9. 9Kitchen-dining room
  10. 10Living room
Floor plan of a 106 m² house with room layout and furniture, top view, a light grey diagram with dimensions

106 m² house project

A lounge area by a country house: brick walls, timber cladding, panoramic windows and a terrace, soft sunset light

134 m² house project

The 134 m² house offers a stylish, functional solution for country living. Its architecture combines contemporary design with natural materials, creating a distinctive, appealing appearance.

The façade combines brick and timber for a warm, harmonious character. Red brick set against dark timber cladding gives the house a contemporary look that settles into its surroundings. Large panoramic windows bring in daylight and open up views across the plot, keeping the house close to the landscape.

  1. 1Entrance hall
  2. 2Utility room
  3. 3Guest bathroom
  4. 4Living room
  5. 5Study
  6. 6Kitchen-dining room
  7. 7Stair hall
Floor plan of a 134 m² house: top view with rooms 1–7, windows, doors and a kitchen-living room, a clear diagram with dimensions

134 m² house project

A country house in a craft style in evening light: a brick façade, panoramic windows, a terrace and a bench, viewed from the path

154 m² house project

The 154 m² house is a piece of contemporary architecture made for country living. Its façade combines brick, timber and the black accents of a standing-seam roof.

Two storeys make efficient use of the plan and leave enough room to live comfortably. Large windows bring in daylight and keep the house in view of the landscape around it.

  1. 1Entrance hall
  2. 2Walk-in wardrobe
  3. 3Utility room
  4. 4Hall
  5. 5Guest bathroom
  6. 6Study
  7. 7Kitchen
  8. 8Dining room
  9. 9Living room
Ground-floor plan of a 154 m² house: top view with rooms, dimensions, an entrance and partitions, schematic layout

154 m² house project

A contemporary country house viewed from the yard: a brick façade, timber cladding, a black standing-seam roof, panoramic windows, evening light

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the project

What is this residential settlement project and whom was it designed for?

It is a line of standard house designs for the developer of the settlement: four formats — 71, 106, 134 and 154 m². Each has worked-out layouts, elevations and photorealistic visualisation. A plot buyer picks the ready design in the size they need, and the developer sells it as part of the offer.

What does a standard house design for a development include?

Floor layouts, elevations and the way the house sits on its plot, the choice of facade materials, and photorealistic visualisation for sales. The design is drawn up as a replicable one from the start: it will be built more than once, so the decisions have to work equally well on different plots.

How much does a line of standard house designs cost?

The price depends on the number of formats in the line, the size of the houses and the depth of the work: architecture alone, or a full package with visualisation for sales. We name an exact figure after the brief with the developer, once the house formats and the market positioning of the development are clear.

How does a standard house design differ from a bespoke one?

A bespoke design is made for one family and one plot. A standard design is meant to be repeated: the layout has to suit different households, the elevation has to hold the shared language of the development, and the decisions have to stay rational to build. That is why the formats in the line differ by size and by way of living rather than by decoration.

How long does a line of standard designs take?

The timeline depends on the number of formats and the depth of the work: one house is quicker, a line of four takes longer because the designs have to agree with one another. We confirm the final schedule after the brief, once the scope is clear: architecture alone, or visualisation for sales as well.

Does the studio work remotely on projects outside its home region?

Yes. We take on projects in other regions, including this one. Most of the work runs remotely: the brief, concept development and approvals by video call, with visits when needed to the site or to the client to present decisions in person.