By now, you’ve probably heard of the “tiny house” movement. Although living in a true “tiny house” (typically no more than 400 square feet!) may not be for everyone, there are some compelling perks to downsizing. Especially when considering building a home on your land, square footage plays a huge role. The size of your home can offset the balance between your necessary inclusions, wish list items, and the unavoidable budget. But the good news is that bigger isn’t always better when building your dream home.
Incredible Homes with a Smaller Footprint
The beauty of building with Pahlisch Select is that no matter the size, you’ll feel the same comfort and luxury in your carefully crafted home. You can rest easy knowing that our incredible, smaller homes are built with the same quality and care as their larger counterparts. And with a creative design team, Pahlisch Select can help make every inch count so that your home fits your lifestyle!
Now that you know opting for smaller square footage can provide the same great experience, here are a few more key benefits to choosing a smaller floor plan.
Low Maintenance Living
The saying “less is more” can certainly ring true when living in a smaller floor plan. Less time spent with upkeep can mean more time to engage in your favorite hobbies. Whether you love traveling, hosting events and friends, or being outdoors, you can invest more time into the things that mean something to you. So if you are a weekend warrior, consider a smaller floor plan to unlock more free time for your adventures. And don’t worry about where to stash your new gear! Pahlisch Select floor plans have one, two, or three-car garage options, with ample room for that pair of skis, mountain bike, and camping gear.
Financial Freedom
Building smaller has financial advantages, too—whether that’s up-front savings or more opportunities for indulgence when it’s time to personalize your build. And to top it all off, you’ll see those savings continue well after the build, with lower utility and maintenance costs. Even if going smaller in your home footprint wasn’t your original plan, it might be the next best way to keep within your budget without compromising on the things you most want from your home.
Energy Efficiency
Lower monthly heating and cooling bills are on every homeowner’s wish list, especially in those frigid winters and scorching summers. Paring down to only the necessary amount of space you need keeps heating and cooling from eating up your budget. And, with better energy efficiency comes a smaller environmental impact. It’s a win, win!
Minimalism Is In
If lower maintenance, financial freedom, or lower energy bills are not your thing – perhaps the shift toward minimalistic living will get you on the building a small home bandwagon! For some, there’s nothing more daunting than having to pack up and move all those items that haven’t been touched for years. Or staring at the empty canvas of a room and realizing how much furniture and décor it needs to feel just right.
Simplifying to the essentials helps to eliminate the overwhelm of settling into a new space. Not to mention the greater peace of mind for your future self when there is less stuff to organize, store, and purge. Minimalism, both in design and lifestyle, is in! By curating your space for just the items you need, you can purchase those special pieces you’ve been holding out for. It can also help you appreciate every corner of your space a little differently and create a very intentional and intimate atmosphere. Your Pahlisch Select team is here to help you create multi-purpose spaces so you can have a minimalist lifestyle you may not have previously thought possible.
Smaller Pahlisch Select Floor Plans That Offer Luxury and Simplicity
Pahlisch Select offers high-quality, space-conscious floor plans with luxury accommodations and options. Here are a few of our favorites around 2,000 square feet or less:
This home belongs to our carefully curated plan line-up of Alternative Dwelling Units (also known as ADUs) ranging from about 400-800 sq ft, making it one of the most compact plans we offer.
The Lysander provides a small-scale home with an open concept without skimping out on the luxury options, whether as an alternative unit or primary residence.
Open concept living with large windows to maximize natural lighting, to shine in and brighten the heart of the home.
The private primary suite allows for a retreat from the activity in the home for relaxation, with an impressive primary bathroom and spacious walk-in closet.
Step inside this inviting home and be stunned by the entryway with coffered ceilings leading to the large, gourmet kitchen, which includes a spacious walk-in pantry with direct access to the garage to conveniently haul groceries.
Forget the spa with a primary suite bathroom like this one; Dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a separate shower allow you to refresh, with easy access to the laundry room through a direct secondary entrance.
Design the Ultimate New Build with Pahlisch Select
Harness your creative spirit and don’t compromise on the details that matter to you! We work hard to bring each client’s vision to life with award-winning design and quality materials. A home is not just four walls and a roof to us—it’s a personal expression of each of our clients, all the way down to the flooring, fixtures, and finishes. Reach out and ask a Select expert about our plans or how we can personalize them to meet your needs. Please send us a message online or sign up for our newsletter for more updates!
Our homes are the epicenters of our lives. They’re the place we go to unwind, raise a family, connect with friends, or discover new hobbies that bring us joy. With the right floor plan, you can turn your house into a home. That’s why, at Pahlisch Select, we’re committed to creating idyllic floor plan designs that are functional and beautiful.
Time and again, our clients choose one of these top five floor plan designs for their functional layouts, well thought out design elements, and intricate details. So whether you’re looking for a flex space that can double as your home office or a first floor primary suite for easy accessibility to relaxation and rest, you’re sure to fall in love with one of these floor plan designs.
The Fairmont – Open Concept Living with Functional Flair
This spacious three-bed home with three convenient bathrooms for ample space sits at 2,914 sq ft. It includes a convenient flex space adjoining the dining room and two covered patios, which invite you to step outside and enjoy the view. Thoughtful storage is sprinkled throughout the home, including a large walk-in linen closet and spacious dual closets off in the primary suite. And with a large three-car garage, there’s room for the whole family to park, store the boat or sprinter van, or utilize the extra space for storage or a home gym.
Stunning open-concept living connects the great room, dining room, and kitchen with high ceilings. Large picture windows allow maximum light in the home with plenty of space for entertaining friends and family next to the gas fireplace.
Luxurious primary suite is easily accessible in this one-story floor plan. The bedroom features an eye-catching coffered ceiling. Step through to the gorgeous bathroom with a spa-like freestanding tub and a roomy walk-in shower with two showerheads. Continue on into an enormous walk-in closet with ample storage.
Bonus flex space offers the ideal area for a home office, crafting room, home theater, or game room. With access to the second covered back patio, you’ll constantly want to move the work (or fun) outside.
The Sandoval – Modern Functionality with Nuanced Details
The Sandoval is a three-bed, three-bath, one-story floor plan, with a grand and spacious size of 3,070 sq ft. This plan features an intentional floor plan, with a dedicated dining space great for entertaining, a dining nook located right off the kitchen, and a front-facing den as you enter the home. A dual-purpose bathroom connects the front guest suite and third bedroom to maximize accessibility. Large windows throughout the home invite natural light to stream in, and a covered patio out back offers the perfect place to barbeque or relax and throw the ball with your furry friend.
Beautiful covered back patio can be easily accessed from the nook or flex space in the rear of the home.
Cozy dining nook provides an intentional space for gathering on special occasions. Plus, the large kitchen island with bar seating gives plenty of space to mingle and chat while chopping, stirring, and connecting during holidays or parties. With a walk-in pantry and cabinetry extending into the nook, there is plenty of storage for kitchen gadgets, small appliances, seasonal dishes, and more!
Private primary suite and bathroom are located just off the kitchen and away from the commotion of the house. It features dual sinks, a spacious soaking tub, and a walk-in closet.
Convenient laundry/mudroom can be accessed from the three-car garage and includes ample space for storage.
The Brennan – An Ideal Home for the Frequent Hosts
Designed for larger families, The Brennan offers four beds, three and a half baths, and a three-car garage in this one-story floor plan. As one of our most popular floor plan designs, this space is perfect for those who love to entertain. Opulent details such as tall ceilings, a prodigious covered patio in the back, and ample cabinetry and storage options give the home an elevated look. And with a rec room located just off the main area, you can keep the kids occupied while entertaining guests.
Formal dining room with the option of wine storage, display cabinetry, or a luxurious wet or dry bar creates a perfect space for entertaining guests.
Spacious living room and gourmet kitchen feature a large island and dual access to the sizable walk-in pantry. With direct access to the outdoor patio you have plenty of space to whip up hors d’oeuvres and congregate before dinner.
Third car bay with an oversized garage door provides extra space for parking, a boat, or any other toys you may have.
Dedicated den off the entryway lets you escape the noise of the house and focus on work. Or, the rec/flex room with an optional dry bar or wet bar offers an alternate space that opens up to the roomie outdoor covered patio out back.
The Robinson – Stunning Windows for an Open, Airy Feel
The Robinson was designed to invite nature into your home’s aesthetic. With large windows scattered throughout the home, you’ll be able to enjoy the outdoors no matter where you are in the house. This one-story, three-bed, 2.5-bath sits comfortably at 2,543 sq ft. The three bedrooms line the back part of the house, with the open kitchen, great room, and dining area sitting squarely at the heart of the home. Plus, covered front and back porches are ideal for taking in the sunrise and sunset each day.
Stunning vaulted ceilings and a gas fireplace with optional built-in storage make the great room an ideal spot to cozy up in the winter.
Luxurious primary bedroom with a walk-in closet gives you a quiet, beautiful place to unwind. Particularly with the addition of a spa-like primary bathroom with dual sinks, a shower, and a separate soaking tub.
Open kitchen with a walk-in pantry and an island with bar seating makes the kitchen a lively, happening spot in the home.
Mudroom access from the garage gives you a convenient space to store muddy shoes, rain gear, or winter sports equipment. With the space to elect for a dog-wash station, this room may (or may not) be your fur-babies favorite space, too.
The flex room located at the front of the house provides a dedicated area for an office, crafts room, or kids’ play area—whatever suits the phase of life you find yourself in.
The Elysian – A Modern Take on Classic Architectural Elements
If you’re looking for an expressive, stylistic home where architecture sits center-stage, you’ll love the Elysian. This three-bed, three-and-a-half-bath floor plan features an elegant courtyard in the back of the home and tall ceilings with picture windows in the main room, resulting in 3,227 sq ft. of timeless architectural style. With functional benefits like a flex room, spacious bathrooms, and a mudroom with storage just off the garage, the Elysian is an ideal floor plan for minimalistic families who prefer to let the architecture speak for itself.
Bright, open great room with a gas fireplace and high picture windows looks out toward the center of the courtyard. Off of the double-door entry, and adjacent to the large kitchen & dining space, this great room is at the heart of the home.
Sizable kitchen with island seating, a walk-in pantry, and a connected dining room offer tons of counter space and storage to put your best dinnerware and other special items on display.
Elegant courtyard with an attached covered patio, as well as an optional connecting patio, gives you plenty of space for fun activities like cornhole, foosball, or lounging in the sun or shade.
Primary suite holds a large walk-in closet and a stylish bathroom with a freestanding tub with a dividing wall between it and a walk-in shower with dual heads.
Which Of These Select Floor Plan Designs Will You Choose?
After looking through the floor plans, it’s easy to see why so many people choose to build a Pahlisch Select home. Who wouldn’t love a dreamy spacious floor plan that is tailored to your unique style and functionality? So which of our award-winning floor plan designs suits you?
Do you dream of spacious yet functional floor plans like The Sandoval or The Fairmont? Or would you prefer to bask in the sun outside in the Elysian’s courtyard or by The Robinson’s picturesque windows? Perhaps you’re already planning your next lux dinner party in The Brennan. Regardless, we’re confident you’ll be happy in any of our award-winning, custom floor plan designs. And if none of these floorplans happen to fit you just right, Pahlisch Select offers many other plans to choose from, and endless possibilities for personalization, so you are bound to find your dream home.
At Pahlisch Select, we’re here to support you through the entire design and purchase process whenever you’re ready to dive into the details. For more inspiration and information on our customizable floor plans, sign up for our newsletter (located at the bottom right-hand corner of the page) or check out our Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest.
Home design requires finesse, a good eye, and a little bit of magic—a magic touch, that is. The Pahlisch Select design team has years of experience and has helped countless people design the Pahlisch home of their dreams on their land. Discover helpful tools, tips, and insights on balancing trendy and timeless home design, and how to spot the difference, from our design experts.
What’s the difference between trendy and timeless home design?
When it comes to fashion, most of us know the difference between trendy and timeless —the off-shoulder sweatshirt and bell-bottom jeans versus the blazer and slacks (and dozens of other equivalents.). Likewise, we can categorize home design trends as trendy or timeless.
As a general rule of thumb, trendy items typically have a faster phase-out than those considered timeless. On the other hand, timeless choices typically appeal to the masses and have longer life cycles as popular styles.
We’ll give an example: Subway (rectangular) tiles are considered a timeless design staple. In fact, they got their start in the early 1900s and were used in, you guessed it, subway stations. Although there have been periods when subway tiles weren’t the most popular trend, over 100 years later we still see variations of subway tiles used heavily in homes today, showing their longevity. What’s interesting about these tiles as an example of timeless home design is that they also have some trendy (and shorter-lived) integrations, like the mustard yellow tiles of the 1960s.
How to navigate the many design choices for your home
As a designer, navigating trendy versus timeless home design choices comes down to the individual client, their personality, and their lifestyle. Whether or not the material (or application) is trendy or timeless, what matters is that our clients are happy with their selections and will be for years to come.
That said, what we’re trying to investigate as designers are the most important materials and design choices for our clients. Are they making a selection simply because it’s all over Pinterest for the moment? Or are they choosing something that truly reflects their style? Part of the exploratory process at Select is identifying which selections clients have made that are likely trendy and understanding why they made those choices.
Making these distinctions and having that understanding is made out of an abundance of caution because remodeling due to outdated design choices is no joke. While it can be a fun process for some, it can be daunting and stressful for others. In addition, surfaces such as tiles, countertops, or cabinetry are not easy or inexpensive for most to replace. Generally speaking, the costliest rooms to remodel are kitchens and bathrooms, so having a solid foundation for timeless home design choices in these spaces is important.
The best spaces in the home for exploring trendy home design
Incorporating more timeless designs, materials, and applications throughout the home creates a unifying look that helps the home feel cohesive. But if a client wants to incorporate a trend that may not have as much longevity, we typically recommend using auxiliary spaces such as bedrooms and offices. These spaces allow for a little more play and room to explore trendy home designs.
Easiest of all is to keep trends largely in furnishings and decor. These items have a big impact on the overall look and feel of a space, but are easier to morph as trends change. After all, it’s much easier to replace pillows and light fixtures than it is to replace flooring or tiling.
Keep track of trends, but make timeless home design your goal
Having a constant pulse on the industry and keeping yourself educated is the first step in navigating design shifts—and something we take seriously as designers. It helps us identify what’s coming down the pipeline and which trendy fads could potentially become timeless, and which might be better to avoid.
At Select, we typically showcase selections to our clients that fall into the “timeless home design” category. These selections are popular and likely to stay mainstream for years to come. After using this as a foundation, some clients like to add a few trendy design selections for personality. On the whole, we do our best to help our clients navigate the many choices and feel confident, comfortable, and excited about their picks.
What’s trending in home design now?
All of that said, what are the current trends in home design? When we get this question, we like to choose trending options that have the features of timeless home design. Ones that will likely stick around for a while. These items include the following.
Warm tones
Grays reigned in the market for a long time. While they’re still a great neutral choice, the incorporation of bright, warm palettes is bringing rejuvenation to what we’ve seen in the past.
Hues inspired by nature
For those who love pops of color, olive greens, navy blues, terracotta tones, and burnt umber palettes are dominating the home design trends.
Organic features
Whether incorporated into the architecture or through design selections, soft modern tones are felt with curved lines such as arched openings or tiles with natural movement.
Playful textures
Whether tactile or visual, we use varying textures in design to add interest to homes. Some common incorporations of this trend are wallpaper options or wood accents.
Home technology
Over the last decade or so, we’ve seen smart home features continue to advance and grow. They not only help make our lives more convenient but enhance how we use our homes.
Versatile spaces
Although COVID has impacted us differently, most can relate to having to utilize areas of our homes for multiple purposes. This has heavily influenced the desire for versatile spaces.
Mixed designs
The juxtaposition of vintage and modern elements combine to incorporate a unique new look with familiar nods to the past.
Scandinavian and Japandi
These two styles continue to expand with the use of natural materials and a soft, modern, minimalistic aesthetic. You can thank Marie Kondo for some of this growing popularity.
Biophilia
This trend involves incorporating natural elements into the home, building outdoor living spaces, and installing large windows to feel more connected with nature.
Throughout all of these trending design options, the common denominator is making a subtle statement with a big impact. In this way, we predict that most of these trends will remain on our timeless home design list for many years to come.
The ultimate goal is to strike a balance between trendy and timeless home design
It can be easy to be swayed by trendy options in the design space. But it could cost you time and money in the long run. However, with the right mix of trendy integrations and timeless home design choices, you can create a space that perfectly suits your personality and style without compromising lasting quality and wow-factor.
At Select, we encourage our clients to build a strong foundation of timeless design and then explore exciting design trends that open up endless possibilities for their dream home. Most importantly, we are here to be a guide and trusted ally throughout the entire building process.
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At Select, our goal is to provide luxury craftsmanship with personalized options to build on your land. To do so, we meet individual client needs as well as specific lot and community requirements. Along with a tailored building program, we want our clients to have a hands-on experience with a professional team they can trust—and face-to-face interactions that make the process all the more personal. Below are some of the touch-points you can look for throughout your build with Pahlisch Select.
A Personalized Client Manager to Guide You Through the Build on Your Land Process
Once you decide to build on your land with Select, we’ll begin some initial exploratory communication. During these conversations, we’ll discuss your lot (or provide advice if you need help obtaining one) and go over the initial site preparations, budgeting, and finance options. Then, you’ll start work with a Client Manager who will be your guide throughout the process.
In a “Welcome to Select” meeting with the Client Manager, we’ll talk about our build program, go over the personalization options available, and determine your goals.
Then, we get down to the details.
Your Client Manager will show you award-winning floor plan options within your budget, including home tours to view the plans if they’re available in your region. Once you’ve made that decision, you’ll begin discussing the site work portion of the process, or what we call your Build Options. This includes general site preparations prior to the construction of your home, such as clearing the lot, excavation, utilities, and more. We break Build Options down by the following management selections:
Standard: This option includes the construction of the home, from foundation to the finish of the building envelope, allowing for client-managed site work.
Standard Plus: TheSelect team bids and manages all site preparations, and the client contracts and pays tradesmen directly. A Pahlisch Select management fee would apply.
Personalized: For a more turn-key experience,we include some, or all, of the site preparations in our Build Contract. A Pahlisch Select management fee would apply.
Once you’ve selected your Build Option, determined any structural floor plan modifications (see Plan Modifications below), and put down an initial deposit, your Client Manager will schedule a meeting to dive deeper into the Standards & Specifications, which is the starting point for Select homes. From here, you can personalize the details of your build with our a la carte options, such as pendant lights, tile flooring, specialty-colored windows, and more. Once we design the home of your dreams and identify our scope of work, we’ll firm up the price, go over the contract in-depth, and get started on the next steps of the build.
Teaming Up with CAD on Plan Modifications
If one of our floorplans doesn’t meet all of your needs, we will work alongside you in investing in an individualized design. This is where our computer-aided design (CAD) team begins to work diligently with the technical elements of the floor plan design and construction to bring your ideas to fruition.
CAD is a crucial part of the design process where we can visualize the height, width, distance, and materials of your floor plan before we even break ground. It also helps us work through any potential problems before they can even happen.
When you choose Select to build on your land, everything is personalized. Our teams work with you to modify our plans based on lot difficulties (see Site Meetings below), architectural requirements specific to the community, and your preferred floor plan changes. As we work through these structural changes, you can expect more face-to-face interactions to iron out the remaining build details. Although the initial pre-contract work takes some time, it lays the foundation for a worry-free build. But once everything is approved, we can start turning these details into your dream home.
Site Meetings and Breaking Ground to Build on Your Land
This next step is where we roll up our sleeves. After receiving the initial deposit, we’ll schedule a site meeting to nail down your goals and plan how to best bring them to life when we build on your land.
Depending on the lot difficulty, you could meet with a range of team members in this stage. These team members might include your Client Manager, construction team member, CAD, surveyors, and excavation contractors. It’s vital that we have a clear understanding of the property before we break ground to ensure that the building process goes smoothly.
Once we do break ground though, your construction team will provide regular updates and check-ins, so you’re always in the know.
Designer Meetings for the Fine Details
Remember when we mentioned the personalized nature of building with Select? Once you move past the contract phase, you’ll work with a professional designer from our team who will explore your preferences and schedule meetings accordingly. Typically, homeowners can expect about one to four meetings with their designer, depending on the scope of work.
This is a great time to ask questions and build on the goals you established at the beginning of the process with your Client Manager. Your designer will walk alongside you during the selection process and help you with any questions or concerns on all exterior and interior selections including finishes, fixtures, appliances, and flooring. They’ll also provide their professional recommendations and advice as necessary to help you feel fully satisfied with your choices.
Builder Walk to Double Check the Build is What You Dreamed
As construction progresses with Select, you’ll participate in a Builder Walk. This will occur before sheetrock with your assigned construction site supervisor and designer so you can review the details of the build together. It’s a great opportunity to check that all your previously selected items are on track and that your vision is brought to life.
From reviewing cabinetry design to assessing electrical and plumbing, we’ll leave no stone unturned. Plus, it’s a great opportunity to capture the moment when the idea to build on your land becomes real!
Get Ready to Enjoy Your New Home
It’s almost time to live in your new home! As we approach closing, you’ll schedule a Homeowner Orientation with our Customer Care team, where you’ll explore your new home and review home systems, such as shut-off locations. Although you may need or request additional site visits, this final orientation and the Builder Walk are the formal meetings that will prepare you for life in your new home.
After this, it’s not long until we hand you the keys and you can settle in!
Pahlisch Select Makes Your Dreams to Build on Your Land a Reality
At Pahlisch Select, we believe that the building process should be personalized and intimate. When you choose us to build on your land, you can expect a service that’s tailored to your lot, lifestyle needs, and budget. Our team will ensure we’re on track and exceeding your expectations every step of the way. If you’re ready to Select your future home, contact us today! Or you can explore our award-winning floorplans and read more about our process on our website
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Throughout the years, we have proudly collected 17 awards over 5 exceptional floorplans, in which these stunning homes have been recognized for Best Interior Finish, Best Home Design, Best of Show, and many more. They truly capture the spirit of Select – luxurious, hand-picked, and carefully crafted. These featured homes demonstrate how the designers enhance the land’s natural beauty while bringing these stunning floorplans to life. From the framing to the fixtures, we are committed to the highest standards of livable luxury and endless possibilities.
Whether a farmhouse or transitional aesthetic to a modern home design, or anything in between, we effortlessly cater to each style ensuring every aspect is built with high-quality craftsmanship, innovative design, and unique details. Step into the floorplans and photo galleries below for inspiration you can incorporate into your next Pahlisch Select dream home.
The Serenity
Kick your feet back and relax on the breathtaking veranda.
2018 Street of Dreams Hillsboro, Oregon
Awards –
Golden Hammer Award
Best Landscaping; Professional, Realtor’s & People’s Choice
Highlighting the breathtaking veranda, The Serenity is a more-than-perfect floorplan if you enjoy easy-going entertainment. Large expanses of windows and doors, provide an opportunity to transition from interior to exterior seamlessly. Conversing with guests, serving appetizers, and rooting on the game day is far more unified with this open-air environment for everyone to enjoy. Plus, with an abundant amount of space for furniture and firepits, each guest gets to indulge in the best seat in the house.
This stunning master bathroom features a spacious floor-to-ceiling tile shower alongside a beautiful freestanding bathtub, creating a spa-like experience in your own home. A quick and convenient step away from day-to-day responsibilities around the house, you can effortlessly relax and rejuvenate in no time.
Experience versatility and minimalism all at once.
2018 Parade of Homes Richland, Washington
Awards –
Best Exterior Appeal
Best Home Design
Builder’s Choice; Elegant Urban Farmhouse
Presenting the Pahlisch Select Top 5 Most Popular Floorplan, The Brennan is extremely versatile and minimalistic all at the same time. Every aspect of this home was intentionally crafted with comfort and convenience in mind, therefore awarded the Best Home Design.
The great room is the epicenter of this home, allowing friends and family to gather comfortably for happy hour and hors d’oeuvres. Including large, exposed beams across the ceiling, beautiful built-in cabinets around the fireplace, plus large windows for scenic views and maximum natural light. There is a reason this room received the name it did!
Containing a wet bar with additional beverage storage, a generous amount of room for entertaining, and a bright atmosphere, the bonus room is the perfect addition to this floorplan. You nor your guests will need to leave the laughter or catch a case of F.O.M.O. (fear of missing out) when refilling a beverage or replenishing the snacks.
Conveniently located alongside the kitchen, the formal dining room provides an ideal and pleasurable setting for everyone to gather around for a warm, delicious meal. Designed with a wet bar with a mini-fridge, plentiful amount of wine storage, and easy-access cabinetry, this is an area in which no one will ever request that the conversation be paused so they can dish up seconds.
Featuring quality craftsmanship with a spectacular view.
2019 Parade of Homes Richland, Washington
Awards –
Best Home Design
Best Master Suite
Best Landscaping
Best Overall
Builder’s Choice; Quality Craftmanship with a Spectacular View
As you step foot into this gorgeous home, you are greeted by an incredibly designed, trendsetting entryway. Magnificent, exposed beams above will leave an immediate impression and will quickly make everyone feel “at home”. Without further ado, you can unwind and unload from your day with a built-in entryway bench with additional storage at arm’s reach. Quickly kick off your shoes, stash your kid’s backpack and puppy’s leash to efficiently carry on with the day.
The Fairmont is best known for its resort-like master suite. With plenty of room to breathe, this space is what dreams are made of. This room incorporates coffered ceilings, quick and easy access to the covered back patio, in addition to a built-in coffee bar with storage. So, before quickly jumping into the day, you can take a moment to brew a cup of coffee while enjoying a breath of fresh air. Just a few steps from the bedroom is the well-designed master bathroom where you will immediately fall in love with the freestanding bathtub, vast shower with multiple showerheads, and dual sinks.
A unique addition to this floorplan is the master closet adjoining the mudroom. This allows for easy access to the washer and drier, mud sink, cleaning supplies, and ample storage for all your other laundry needs. Dry off from a rainy-day hike in the mudroom then instantaneously access warm, clean clothes in your master closet.
From Best Feature to Best of Show, enjoy a home that impresses everyone.
2019 Tour of Homes Bend, Oregon
Awards –
Best Feature; Dog Wash Station
Best Interior Finish
Best Landscaping
Best of Show
Best Value
Awarded the Best Feature, the tiled dog wash station with a spray hose was designed for quickly rinsing your pup before entering the home after a muddy day adventure. This popular addition is one of the simplest ways to keep our fur babies clean, save money and time at the dog groomers, and keep the mess isolated. Say goodbye to dirt tracked across the house and say hello to this wish list item for any dog parent.
This remarkable outdoor living is what dreams are made of. From cozy firepits to outstanding views to the most ideal entertainment space, this home has it all. Don’t waste time planning your next summer BBQ, as the location is already dialed. This outdoor space was undoubtedly designed to impress everyone.
With several aspects to fall in love with, the open living room purposefully blends a variety of elements throughout. The adjacent metal barn doors and brick accents offer an elevated industrial vibe, while the rustic notes keep the space warm and cozy. This design with mixed finishes caters to anyone’s preference. Featuring exposed beams, stunning white built-in cabinetry, and a beautiful brick fireplace, it is no wonder this home has swept all the awards.
A home that embraces modern, minimalistic, and magnificent.
2021 Parade of Homes Richland, Washington
Awards:
Best Landscape
Builder’s Choice
This home is truly outstanding. After many years of utilizing white cabinetry in the great room, this floorplan was modernized by bringing the natural wood tones more front and center. Incorporating a modern, minimalistic design with mixed textures and colors flawlessly fills the space. Dark, textured wallpaper with bright white and wood tones makes this space pop out against all others. With large windows and coffered ceilings, this incomparable space makes you want to overstay your welcome.
In this remarkable kitchen, the extended cabinetry allows abundant space for storage. Spanning from the kitchen to the dining nook, you will have the capability to host any style dinner party without needing to borrow a miscellaneous appliance from the neighbor. From air frier to fondue sets, to crockpot to raclette, your kitchen will have the space to store it all!
Through Pahlisch Select, the possibilities and options for building an award-winning home are endless. Select is well versed in designing for many distinctive styles. Our designers keep up with all the latest trends and can help make stunning and timeless recommendations for your next home. So, no matter which features are the most important for you to incorporate in your dream home, Select has set the bar in every category and is here to make your dreams come true.
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One of the leading fundamentals of Pahlisch Homes is building with intention while catering to the needs of past, current, and future customers. With this commitment, Pahlisch Select is now introducing the opportunity to build or add an alternative dwelling to your lot. Whether you are looking for a dream home to build with space for your mother-in-law or prefer to construct a simple but stunning tiny home on a small lot, this opportunity will accommodate you and your family’s essentials no matter what stage you are in life. Your options for building an alternative dwelling through Pahlisch Select are endless, stress-free, and low maintenance – while still providing the highest standards of comfort and luxury that Pahlisch offers.
What is an alternative dwelling?
You may already know of an alternative dwelling as an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), cozy home, guest house, multi-generational living, accessory apartment, or even a tiny home. Additionally, an alternative dwelling is an attached or detached unit, with or without a primary residence included. If the unit is detached, it usually has less square footage than the primary residence. Any alternative dwelling can range anywhere from 600 square feet to 1,200 square feet and includes a living space, bathroom, kitchenette, and a private entrance.
Benefits and perks of alternative dwellings
Multi-generational living
Alternative dwellings provide possibilities for those who are seeking multi-generational living opportunities. Whether it be parents needing assistance as they get older or one of the children wanting to move back home, this can be the most ideal and flexible space for them to obtain their own living quarters. Furthermore, the benefits of cohabitating the same property can be very lucrative. You can share expenses including bills and utilities, ongoing yard maintenance, mortgage payments, substitution for senior living facilities, built-in childcare, or whatever may be a win-win within your family dynamics.
Land practicality
Finding affordable, buildable, and available land in a preferred residential neighborhood can be a huge challenge. Land and property are harder to come by and can be very expensive, thus finding a premium lot that would support your primary home build, as well as an alternative dwelling could certainly be a more suitable option. Our culture has also shifted, requiring families to live in smaller quarters due to land limitations. Alternative dwellings support this shift by providing a smaller home for their primary residence.
Downsize square footage
The investment of an alternative dwelling can seamlessly support your desire for downsizing your home’s square footage and/or lot acreage. Bigger families are looking for larger homes, larger yards, and more space, which requires more home for them to fill with possessions. These larger homes are easier to come by as this was the recent ongoing trend. But most currently, a greater percentage of our population is preferring to live in a smaller home and smaller piece of land, which is not as easy to come by. Those who are looking to downsize or continue living in a smaller space can enjoy the same amenities of a larger home on a reduced scale via an alternative dwelling, while still providing an easy-to-maintain and comfortable living space.
Multi-purpose space
Depending on what stage of life you are in, an alternative dwelling can be used for many different purposes to meet your current needs. It can easily transform into your hobby area, home office, personal sanctuary, kid’s homeschool room, guest house, or a quick place to escape from day-to-day responsibilities around your primary residence. This addition to your lot has the capability to be the most versatile, functional, yet still cozy space that everyone in the family can benefit from.
Personalize your dream dwelling with Pahlisch Select
With Pahlisch Select, your alternative dwelling can be inviting and cozy, with all the same luxuries as a larger home. Select has thoughtfully designed six different floorplans ranging from 400 square feet to 792 square feet, ensuring every corner of your dwelling be livable, comfortable, enjoyable, and peaceful. Additionally, you can modify one of the pre-existing floor plans to create your dream dwelling that meets all your desires. You have the choice to enhance anything from lighting, hard surfaces, pop-outs, garage space, and more!
Pahlisch requests that your alternative dwelling be built on a foundation, meaning the unit cannot be built on any sort of travel trailer or other platforms. Other considerations when planning your dwelling is the lot size, lot obstacles, jurisdiction, and CCRs. Every county, community, and neighborhood will have specific guidelines which should be reviewed beforehand. Furthermore, establishing and using an alternative dwelling will fall under different zoning rules and regulations depending on your regional jurisdiction. The Pahlisch Select team will gladly guide you through these barriers when evaluating a lot. If anything is discovered during the jurisdictional review, it will your responsibility to mitigate these and coordinate action plans. For example, if adding an alternative dwelling maximizes your utility capacity, you will need to organize efforts to increase your utility bandwidth accordingly.
When you partner with Select, you can expect high-quality services that are tailored to your schedule, lifestyle needs, and budget. You will be assigned to a personalized client manager who will ensure the project stays on track and exceeds your expectations every step of the way.
Get in touch with us today
If you are interested in learning more about Pahlisch Select alternative dwellings or would like to talk with a Client Manager, please visit www.pahlischselect.com or email select@pahlisch.com.
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