The Farms of Jacksonville

Elevations, or facades, were developed as a reflection of the farmhouse ethos and its timeless, simplistic, and humble design. Traditionally, farms were comprised of a farmhouse, a barn and one or more outbuildings that were often multi-functional. Typically generational, farming families' homes developed as they themselves grew in numbers, and experienced changes out of need or simply taste. This architectural evolution is unique and a reflection of the landscape that evolved with the farmers whose crops shifted and shaped the lands over the years. The home and the land became one.

The result is a rich history of Americana architecture that blends Cape Cod, Shaker, Greek Revival, and Craftsman styles, among others. In an effort to capture this architectural evolution each structure has been created with varying façade designs reminiscent of these many styles. Additionally, "The Farms" townhome structures are grouped in clusters, each cluster representing a farm. Varying structural designs were used to not only symbolize different buildings (the farmhouse, the barn and an outbuilding) but also highlight the evolutionary additions of each structure individually.

Throughout the community there remains a common theme of modern form and function. Two siding types typical of farmhouses, clapboard and board & baton, wrap the homes. The roofs have a steep pitch with modern versions of corrugated tin covering the porches. The windows are an interpretation of period sashes, uniquly designed to replicate authentic paned windows. Each townhome has a front porch and faces a courtyard or tree lined street. Driveways and garages are situated behind the homes in the alleys to create a more harmonious atmosphere.