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In design · Anticipated spring 2028 New Build · Wilmington, NC

Coastal French country, built around the backyard.

A new custom home in Wilmington, now in design, where a spa-like backyard and easy entertaining shape every decision, inside and out.

Rendering of the backyard pool, lounge areas and covered porch of a coastal French country home in Wilmington, NC, by Jefferies + Kidd Rendering
  • LocationWilmington, NC
  • ProjectNew custom home
  • StyleCoastal French country
  • StatusIn design
  • CompletionAnticipated spring 2028

The vision

This Wilmington home pairs the warmth of French country architecture, with its steep gables and classic European detail, with the ease of coastal living. From the street it feels timeless; behind it, the real heart of the design is the backyard: a pool framed by lounge areas, shaded seating and a covered porch that opens straight onto the pool deck.

The plan is being shaped around a spa-like outdoor retreat and spaces made for entertaining, so the main living areas open naturally to the back of the home and gatherings can flow from inside to out. We’ll share more of the design as it comes together, and follow the build through to completion in spring 2028.

  • 01

    A spa-like backyard

    The outdoor spaces are designed as a private retreat, a place to unwind every day, not just on weekends.

  • 02

    Made for entertaining

    Living spaces connect to the backyard so hosting feels effortless, whether it’s a quiet dinner or a full house.

  • 03

    French country, coastal ease

    Classic European character outside, with an interior designed for the light and relaxed pace of coastal North Carolina.

01The exterior

Steep gables, a cream exterior, copper-toned accents and classic carriage-style garage doors give the home its French country character from every side.

Rendering of the front of a coastal French country home in Wilmington, NC, with steep gables and an arched front door
Rendering of the side of the French country home with a chimney and second-floor balcony
Rendering of the three-car garage with carriage-style doors and a copper-roofed dormer

02Interiors, in sketch

Early design sketches show an open kitchen and family room under beamed ceilings, with walls of windows facing the backyard.

Design sketch of the open kitchen and family room with beamed ceilings, viewed from the kitchen
Design sketch of the family room with beamed ceilings and large windows, viewed from the foyer

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