French Farmhouse — style reimagining

Style

French Farmhouse

Inspired by Provence vernacular (Luberon, Saint-Rémy, Gordes), Pierre Yovanovitch country properties· no affiliation

Pale limewash stone, terracotta tile, lavender hedges, weathered shutters — Provence stone farmhouse vernacular.

• Pale limewashed stone walls — cream, sand, or rose-blush with hand-troweled patina.
• Hand-laid terracotta tile roof (tuiles canal) with low pitch and exposed wood eaves.
• Wood-frame casement windows with full-height operable wood shutters painted weathered blue, sage, lavender, or aged grey.
• Stone-arched or wood-paneled front door with iron strap hinges.

Scope

Light remodel

New paint, siding, roof, and finishes — the structure stays put.

Replace the exterior materials in the chosen style while keeping every structural element exactly. Best for solid bones with dated finishes. This is what most renovations call 'a refresh.'

Typical cost

$150K–400K

Timeline

3–5 months