Close Menu
    Nspire Magazine – Pacific Northwest Living
    Subscribe to Nspire Magazine
    • Adventure
      1. Hiking
        • Oregon
        • Montana
        • Washington
        • Idaho
      2. Travel
      Featured
      March 17, 20250

      Grizzly

      Recent
      March 14, 20260

      Tamanawas Falls

      March 13, 20260

      Hiking in Switzerland

      March 3, 20260

      Living the River Life

    • Food
      1. Dining Guide (curbside)
      2. Recipes
      3. Ingredients
      Featured
      March 19, 20250

      Cocoa Rubbed Steaks with Bacon Brussels Sprouts

      Recent
      March 13, 20260

      Apple Cider Whiskey Warmer

      March 10, 20260

      The Great Western Huckleberry

      March 10, 20260

      Pork Loin with Huckleberry

    • Home
      1. Builders Guide
      2. Organic Gardening
      3. Real Estate
      Featured
      March 20, 20250

      Modern Meets Rustic in this Stunning Black Rock Home

      Recent
      March 13, 20260

      Special Touches for ‘Forever Home’

      March 10, 20260

      Garden to Table

      March 3, 20260

      Charming Greenstone Farmhouse

    • Lifestyle
      1. Arts
      2. Conservation
      3. Fitness
      4. Nspired
      Featured
      March 20, 20250

      Weighing In

      Recent
      March 13, 20260

      Wildfire and our forests

      March 12, 20260

      This Old House Adam Schluter

      March 10, 20260

      North Idaho Women

    • Expert Tips
    • Gear
    • Events
      • Calendar of Events
      • Nspire Wedding
    • Subscribe
    • Group Tours
      • Charter Bus
    0 Shopping Cart
    Nspire Magazine – Pacific Northwest Living
    0 Shopping Cart
    This 2,227 square-foot home in Coeur d’Alene was designed to be simple and cozy.

    Enjoying the simple things in life

    0
    By Nspire Magazine on August 16, 2022 Home

    This contemporary farmhouse is the perfect place to relax with friends and family

    Builder: Architerra

    As Eleanor Roosevelt once said, “A little simplification would be the first step toward rational living, I think.” 

    Life can feel overwhelmingly complex in this modern age. There’s a constant influx of stimuli, all sorts of news and sounds and external stressors out in the world that can lead to burnout and exhaustion, no matter one’s age or position. Finding a sense of peace, a place of rest, an oasis amid the onslaught becomes vital; our home should be our sanctuary.

    A farmhouse sink in the kitchen sink pairs with the overhead light fixtures for a rustic sensation.

    “We design our homes with the families that will be living in them in mind,” said Lisa Briner, general manager and CFO of Architerra Homes. “We want to create an inviting space and community for our families to enjoy for years to come.”  

    Sometimes the trick is to keep it simple. This home sits on a 0.22-acre corner lot and has over 2,220 square feet of living space between three bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms and an open main living area. 


    Story continues after a quick message from our sponsor below.


    Bright, neutral tones contrast with dark accents to create depth and continuity throughout the home, as well as a backdrop for colorful accent pieces.

    “The simple comfort of this home is very relatable,” said Carri Berglund, Architerra’s director of customer relations and design center. “The exterior monochromatic farm style and interior tones paired well to make it a cozy living space.”

    An abundance of windows provides plenty of natural light throughout the home.

    Vaulted ceilings in the living room and master suite create a lofty and spacious sensation, while Architerra’s standard 9-foot ceilings and 8-foot doors throughout the rest of the home ensure that everyone feels comfortable no matter what room they’re in. 

    “As we have experienced, ‘post-Covid’ home life is about creating an environment to welcome friends and enjoy family,” Berglund said. “Whether you prefer sitting by the fire, bellying up to the large kitchen island or enjoying an evening on the back covered patio, you will feel connected.”  

    It’s easy to imagine hosting birthday parties and holiday gatherings thanks to the open great room, large kitchen island, outdoor entertainment space and large backyard. A three-car attached garage connects to the yard so that there’s plenty of room and storage for outdoor living, whether storing bikes, ATVs, a lawnmower, a boat or family cars.

    A fireplace with stone accents and a wooden mantel is the focal point of the great room.

    “We appreciate the little things, and work as a team with our employees, trades and partners to produce beautiful homes for families to enjoy for many years to come regardless of what stage of life they are in,” said Berglund. “Coeur d’Alene is truly a special place.” N

    By Michaela Delavan
    Photography By Joel Riner Photography

    As Featured In: Summer/Fall 2022

    Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email

    Related Posts

    Special Touches for ‘Forever Home’

    Garden to Table

    Charming Greenstone Farmhouse

    Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

    Follow Us
    Facebook
    Instagram
    Pinterest
    Twitter
    YouTube
    Subscribe to Our Newsletter

    Spokane Indians

    Join the Nspire Magazine Adventures Group

    Pacific Northwest Events
    Popular Articles
    April 25, 202212

    Journey into Darkness – North Idaho’s Secret Cave

    May 2, 20165

    Cristopher Lucas

    September 19, 20204

    Chef Steve’s Pasta

    Subscribe to Nspire Magazine
    Nspire Magazine Office

    P: (208) 930-0114

    4020 N Huetter Rd
    Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
    Office Hours: M-F, 8-5pm

    • Nspire News
    • Back Issues
    • Advertise With Us
    • Submissions
    • Meet the Team
    • Log In
    View Us On Instagram
    Special Touches for 'Forever Home'
.
"Because the homeowners love to cook, they requested a spacious kitchen. It features light-colored cabinets with granite countertops plus toe-kick lighting. It is also easy to access the butler’s pantry that includes darker, ebony-toned cabinets as well as an illuminated storage area to show off an impressive liquor and stemware collection."
.
Builder: @rosenbergerconstruction 
.
By: Joe Butler
.
Photography by: @joelrinerphotography
    •
    Follow
    Special Touches for 'Forever Home' . "Because the homeowners love to cook, they requested a spacious kitchen. It features light-colored cabinets with granite countertops plus toe-kick lighting. It is also easy to access the butler’s pantry that includes darker, ebony-toned cabinets as well as an illuminated storage area to show off an impressive liquor and stemware collection." . Builder: @rosenbergerconstruction . By: Joe Butler . Photography by: @joelrinerphotography
    3 days ago
    View on Instagram |
    1/9
    A Hidden Gem-In North Central Washington
.
"Similar to Coeur d’Alene Lake, Lake Chelan has approximately 110 miles of shoreline. It is roughly 50 miles long and, on average, over a mile wide. Interestingly, it is the third-deepest natural lake in the country behind Lake Tahoe and Crater Lake. In fact, the lake reaches a depth of 400 feet below sea level!"
.
By: Denise Lundy
    •
    Follow
    A Hidden Gem-In North Central Washington . "Similar to Coeur d’Alene Lake, Lake Chelan has approximately 110 miles of shoreline. It is roughly 50 miles long and, on average, over a mile wide. Interestingly, it is the third-deepest natural lake in the country behind Lake Tahoe and Crater Lake. In fact, the lake reaches a depth of 400 feet below sea level!" . By: Denise Lundy
    4 days ago
    View on Instagram |
    2/9
    Pork Loin with Huckleberry Thyme Sauce
.
1 pork loin
5 sprigs fresh thyme
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium shallot, peeled and chopped
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup + 1 tsp sea salt
.
By: @michalthewriter
Photography By: @joelrinerphotography
    •
    Follow
    Pork Loin with Huckleberry Thyme Sauce . 1 pork loin 5 sprigs fresh thyme 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 medium shallot, peeled and chopped 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup + 1 tsp sea salt . By: @michalthewriter Photography By: @joelrinerphotography
    2 weeks ago
    View on Instagram |
    3/9
    Lewis River Trail #31
.
"This area is remote, a bit of a trek to get to but still is a popular destination. Once you are there you’ll see why it offers up so many beautiful scenes to take in."
.
Photography by: @joelrinerphotography
    •
    Follow
    Lewis River Trail #31 . "This area is remote, a bit of a trek to get to but still is a popular destination. Once you are there you’ll see why it offers up so many beautiful scenes to take in." . Photography by: @joelrinerphotography
    3 weeks ago
    View on Instagram |
    4/9
    The Whistler Trail
.
"One of the first things to attract attention is a large arched window on the iconic stairwell projection, adjacent to the front door. It’s wrapped in stained shake and is designed to catch the eye and draw it upward. The entryway includes stone and wood pillars and a sitting area on the front porch. The landscaping also complements the natural tones."
.
Builder: Anthem Homes
.
By: Joe Butler
.
Photography by: @joelrinerphotography
    •
    Follow
    The Whistler Trail . "One of the first things to attract attention is a large arched window on the iconic stairwell projection, adjacent to the front door. It’s wrapped in stained shake and is designed to catch the eye and draw it upward. The entryway includes stone and wood pillars and a sitting area on the front porch. The landscaping also complements the natural tones." . Builder: Anthem Homes . By: Joe Butler . Photography by: @joelrinerphotography
    3 weeks ago
    View on Instagram |
    5/9
    Hiking in Switzerland
.
"The clouds parted on my last day in Urnäsch, and I was able to ride the Säntis cableway to 2,502 meters atop the mountain Säntis, where the views span six countries and reach Lake Constance (Bodensee)."
.
By: Denise Lundy
    •
    Follow
    Hiking in Switzerland . "The clouds parted on my last day in Urnäsch, and I was able to ride the Säntis cableway to 2,502 meters atop the mountain Säntis, where the views span six countries and reach Lake Constance (Bodensee)." . By: Denise Lundy
    3 weeks ago
    View on Instagram |
    6/9
    Apple Cider Whiskey Warmer
.
2 oz bourbon
1 oz Athol Orchards Apple Cider syrup
1 oz brewed Pu-erh black tea
Dash of orange bitters
1 cinnamon stick
1 dried or fresh orange wheel
.
By: @michalthewriter 
Photography by: @joelrinerphotography
    •
    Follow
    Apple Cider Whiskey Warmer . 2 oz bourbon 1 oz Athol Orchards Apple Cider syrup 1 oz brewed Pu-erh black tea Dash of orange bitters 1 cinnamon stick 1 dried or fresh orange wheel . By: @michalthewriter Photography by: @joelrinerphotography
    2 months ago
    View on Instagram |
    7/9
    Lewis River Trail #31
.
Where to celebrate after:
Around the campfire.
.
Photography by: @joelrinerphotography
    •
    Follow
    Lewis River Trail #31 . Where to celebrate after: Around the campfire. . Photography by: @joelrinerphotography
    2 months ago
    View on Instagram |
    8/9
    Charming Greenstone Farmhouse
.
"The home was featured in North Idaho Building Contractors Association’s Parade of Homes in 2024, where it received Hemlock awards for best kitchen, best interior, and best curb appeal."
.
Builder: @greenstone_homes 
.
By: Joe Butler
.
Photography by: @joelrinerphotography
    •
    Follow
    Charming Greenstone Farmhouse . "The home was featured in North Idaho Building Contractors Association’s Parade of Homes in 2024, where it received Hemlock awards for best kitchen, best interior, and best curb appeal." . Builder: @greenstone_homes . By: Joe Butler . Photography by: @joelrinerphotography
    2 months ago
    View on Instagram |
    9/9
    Copyright © 2025 Nspire Magazine.

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.