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Lysmar

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2025 - Rockford, IL

Lysmar

Modern barndominium-style home blending open living spaces and flexible, private suites.

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Overview

Lysmar is a modern barndominium-inspired residence combining functionality with aesthetic appeal. Featuring stone accents, vertical siding, and a durable metal roof, the home stands out with wood porch posts and double French doors as a welcoming focal point. The 5,000 sq ft layout includes a spacious open-concept main floor and a versatile basement, designed for comfortable and flexible living.


Client Type

Lysmar was designed for homeowners who seek a spacious, modern home blending rustic charm with practical living. It supports everyday comfort, hosting, and family privacy with thoughtfully planned communal and private spaces, tailored for both active family life and long-term value.


Project Scope

The Lysmar project covers a 5,000 sq ft single-family house with a strong focus on livability and design coherence:

  • 2,400 sq ft main floor open-concept living, kitchen, and sitting areas

  • Walk-in pantry and stairs connecting to the basement level

  • Primary suite with large walk-in closet and private bath linked to laundry

  • Additional bedrooms with private baths for guest comfort

  • Basement with an extra bedroom, open multi-use area, half bath, and utility room

  • Barndominium-style exterior with stone, vertical siding, and metal roofing


Challenges Addressed

Designing Lysmar required balancing modern comfort and rustic elements within a cohesive architectural style. Key considerations included:

  • Achieving inviting curb appeal with durable materials

  • Maintaining an open, practical interior flow for diverse uses

  • Integrating the basement as a functional extension of living space

  • Supporting both privacy and social interaction across zones


Goals Achieved

Lysmar delivers a harmonious living environment that blends style, space, and flexibility:

✔️ Barndominium-inspired exterior distinctiveness with modern finishes
✔️ Spacious open floor plan for family and social living
✔️ Private, comfortable suites with functional adjacencies
✔️ Flexible basement for recreation, storage, or future needs
✔️ Robust and elegant materials built for long-term living

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With 8 years of experience, the Evolution Drafting team has helped out hundreds of customers all over the world with designing stunning pieces of architecture and gorgeous interiors.

© 2025 Evolution Drafting. All rights reserved.

With 8 years of experience, the Evolution Drafting team has helped out hundreds of customers all over the world with designing stunning pieces of architecture and gorgeous interiors.

© 2025 Evolution Drafting. All rights reserved.

With 8 years of experience, the Evolution Drafting team has helped out hundreds of customers all over the world with designing stunning pieces of architecture and gorgeous interiors.

© 2025 Evolution Drafting. All rights reserved.