French Country Castle style Luxury Chateaux
When we think of French Chateaux, we begin with the great castles of the French Kings and then go down a few steps until we are in the provincial countryside. From great fortress to lovely country house, the dwellings of France leave an indelible impression on the mind and soul. John Henry wishes to share that vision with you to create a special French house based on your property, specific style, specifications, and budget. The architect takes the best details and integrates them proportionately to the size and general effects in mind.
See below: A 'Castle of Dreams', this finely detailed French Chateau is a monumental luxury home from the exterior and a breathtaking piece of architectural art inside. The hand-worked limestone door surrounds, arches, columns, newel and wall application gives you the impression of a totally stone-built estate. Combined with modern moldings and trim, the effect is magical and confident. This is a rare example of the inspired mind of an architect and technical skill of a builder to execute an ambitious design. Marble flooring with granite inlay creates a luxurious floor. Decorative ironwork adds detail for the eye. Video below right, shows the two-story Formal Hall and Library, the latter finished in cherry wood. Ron Hazelton of Good Morning America takes you on a tour of the principal rooms.
Chateau des Reves is sheathed by flagstone and hand-worked limestone applied on concrete block walls. The roof is a flat concrete tile. There is some molded concrete at the base and under the eaves you may note a painted synthetic molding. Final sketch, right bottom, illustrates the design as first envisioned by Florida architect John Henry.
2022 Luxury French Country Estate in brick, two story with basement, for Maryland. Double Studies and two Sun Rooms. Master Suite upstairs, elevator, secondary stairs, 6 bedrooms. Porte cochere with 4-6 cars. Lovely traditional design with proportions and details accurate for the period.