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This design concept blends the setting of a cozy courtyard neighborhood with a narrow footprint that wraps the home around an inviting and functional side yard.
July 24, 2012
Common courtyards are nothing new. One of the most prominent concepts in California in the early 1900s, these historic neighborhoods are incredibly sought after today. Recent developments based on this idea have also enjoyed success.
Our design blends the setting of a cozy courtyard neighborhood with a narrow footprint that wraps the home around an inviting and functional side yard, complete with a fireplace, covered dining space, and a cooking area. A carefully designed courtyard such as this provides a certain allure and tangible sense of safety that cannot be duplicated with most typical home designs.
The generously sized front porch provides a semi-private place to relax with family and friends. A rear lane accommodates automobiles, reserving the front of the home as a safe and delightful place for neighbors to visit and children to play. Such a unique design offers the two key elements — emotional appeal and a functional daily living experience — that can inspire people to purchase a new home.
A. Carriage house
B. Courtyard homes offer private outdoor living areas
C. Inset parking — parallel parking for guests
D. Each home faces the common courtyard
E. Lane (alley) access for automobiles
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Larry W. Garnett, FAIBD
Larry Garnett Designs
www.smartlivinghomedesigns.com
larrygarnett@larrygarnettdesigns.com
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