Modern Farmhouses are the Top Request for NC Homes in 2019

Here are 19 top requests for custom modern farmhouses in 2019

#1 modern farmhouse feature: White exterior

White is the number one color request for new modern farmhouses in NC.

#2 modern farmhouse feature: Big covered porches

Big covered porches are the most popular feature in modern farmhouses.

#3 modern farmhouse feature: Dormers

Dormers are a frequent feature on new Modern Farmhouses in NC.

 #4 modern  farmhouse feature: Metal roof

Metal roofs remain popular - especially as accents, like this Raleigh custom home.

#5 modern farmhouse feature: Screen porch

Outdoor living is a huge draw in NC, with screen porches a top request for new homes.

#6 modern farmhouse feature: Open kitchen and great room

Beamed ceilings help set open areas apart, like this kitchen/great room. 

#7 modern farmhouse feature: Big island

A big island in the kitchen provides the opportunity for everyone to gather together.

#8 modern farmhouse feature: White cabinets

White kitchen cabinetry is often the choice in new modern farmhouses.

#9 modern farmhouse feature: Industrial and artistic lighting

Exaggerated lighting calls attention to specific areas, like this kitchen island.

#10 modern farmhouse feature: Big pantry

Big pantries with custom shelving is a huge hit in NC custom homes.

#11 modern farmhouse feature: Apron sink

Apron front sinks are one of the first upgrade requests for 2019 modern farmhouses. (Also see sinks in features #9 and #13.)

#12 modern farmhouse feature: Classic bathrooms

This Chatham Country modern farmhouse bathroom has classic simplicity.

#13 modern farmhouse feature: Lots of windows

More natural light is one of the top trends for modern farmhouse new homes in NC. 

#14 modern farmhouse feature: Drop zones

Drop zones provide a place to put things you want to find easily, like this modern farmhouse.