In the arena of Springfield-Branson Homebuilding, Winkley Homebuilders is made unique by a number of factors. While Architecture is no stranger to Springfield-Branson Homebuilders, our unique and all encompassing approach to the industry does make us stand out in the crowd. Winkley Homebuilders is not just a foster of vocation and production but also of livelihoods. We believe firmly in stewardship of talent, resource, time and lives. Our architecture is supplemented by that mindset. With unique and personal designs such as the Dakota and Sydney, we value what we do. However, we have also practically based these designs within 10 core principles of architecture.
Principle 1 – Balance
What you may notice in our principles, is that a lot of them can also apply to our lives. We believe that we are guided to live out our principles, which we base biblically, in all areas of our lives. Balance is an integral factor to our designs. As we explore the various factors of architecture, it’s important to note that balancing these principles will result in the best results for design as a Springfield-Branson Homebuilder, and also if you’re interested in learning about a design for your own home. A visual, practical, livable and logistical balance is essential to any layout.
Principle 2 – Emphasis
When you are designing a home as a Springfield-Branson Homebuilder, you need to know how, when and where to emphasize different aspects of your home. Winkley Homebuilders knows the principles of emphasis and subordination. What in a room will need to draw the eye. Is there a centerpiece, color, piece of furniture or application that needs to be the main eye catcher. When designing, we want the homeowner to both learn, and have genuine input in what brings their house together.
Principle 3 – Harmony
As a Springfield-Branson Homebuilder, or homebuyer, you need to be able to take the principle of emphasis and blend it with the rest of your home. When you have a beautifully crafted Victorian kitchen, it could be thrown off by a modern piece of furniture of architecture. Blending these aspects will need to be a part of the eye of any Springfield-Branson Homebuilder. Think of harmonies place in music. Sure you might have a beautifully tuned guitar playing the perfect cord, and a well trained voice singing as trained and established as possible, but if those notes don’t harmonize, the song will not sound good, no matter the talent and execution of both musicians.
Principle 4 – Aesthetics
As a homebuyer, you have a look in mind. Maybe you want a single-level ranch style. Or a more posh Victorian home. Whether modernistic or mid century, you need to establish your Aesthetic before beginning the design phase. Another thing that illuminates the Winkley Group in the realm of other Springfield-Branson Homebuilders, is our blending of styles. Our two most notable designs, the Sydney and the Dakota, both blend modern architecture with a variety of styles. It’s important as a Springfield-Branson Home Builder that you establish/acquire an aesthetic eye so that you may fully realize a client’s vision.
Principle 5 – Efficiency
Designing a home can be all consuming. Both for the buyer and the architect. So establishing a really good workflow will become super essential to maintaining a good schedule. Buyers on the other hand, you are going to want to find an architect who you know will give a good timeline of work that works for your life plan. Obviously, adaptability is also necessary, but scheduling will become very important. Using CAD programs such as Sketchup can help massively in the design phase.
Principle 6 – Rhythm
Included in the aforementioned principle is Rhythm. This is more applicable to the home design. When blending design, you need to establish a flow to the separate rooms, applications and many other aspects of your home. Even if you define a fantasy in two rooms that balance well, it doesn’t necessarily mean that they could sit next to each other. How will those designs blend well? This will be integral in the finalizing of design before construction. Flow and Rhythm will guide that home to feel more welcoming and unified.
Principle 7 – Proportion/Scale
Possibly this seems obvious. However, you could design the perfect house, from the ground up, but does it fit a lifestyle that is desirable? Springfield-Branson Homebuilders need to have a deep understanding of a homeowners vision, life plan and lifestyle. Families grow, and shrink, so having a good understanding of what that will look like for their family, vocation and the way the exist in their home. Architecture is a very involved area of construction and the Springfield-Branson Homebuilding experience. This is a very rewarding line of business if one pours their being into it.
Principle 8 – Contrast v. Unity
Another aspect of the harmonizing of a design is contrast v. unity. Although contrast on a large scale can be gosh, abrasive and somewhat out of place. As stated earlier, the Winkley Group has been intentional and specific about a mastery of the unification of backgrounds and styles. Being able to use contrast when it counts. Victorian homes/designs can often contrast well to ranch-style designs (if done properly.) Same with Craftsman and Tudor designs. A homeowner who interacts with Springfield-Branson Home Builders will often rely on their ability to unify the homeowner’s ideas and ambitions into a tangible vision. Again, emphasizing being a steward of the resources/inspirations.
Principle 9 – Functionality
So once you have a design finalized, you have to ensure that it can exist within this world. Sure, aesthetic, vibe and overall artistry are massively important, but plumbing, electricity, all the practical facets to living are equally as essential. Will this home be affordable to this homeowner? Maybe it fits all their desires, but is it within the budget that they have communicated? This is where the creative meets the logistical. The homebuilding industry is such a marriage of skills and talents, so it’s important to have a team that understands all these aspects of design.
Principle 10 – Sustainability
Does this design work, sure! But how long will it be able to go before falling apart? Can this house be supported in the real world? Can it be cleaned, altered, lived in and damaged? This is also very important to all Springfield-Branson Homebuilders.