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What was a historic farmstead is now an arts center.
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Nestled into the rolling hills and dense forests of Wisconsin’s driftless region, Everwood Farmstead offers visitors high quality art experiences in a serene setting.
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The caretakers’ house was the first new structure to be built as part of the master plan for Everwood Farmstead.
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A hedge-like wall faces the public parking area to convey that this is a private residence, not a public gatehouse.
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Visitors must walk through an opening in the wall to reach the front door.
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Floor-to-ceiling windows open up the caretakers’ house to the woods.
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The interiors are designed to efficiently use space with features such as recessed shelving.
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A central staircase connects all three levels.
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The kitchen is open and bright with inspirational views of the performing arts barn and the woods.
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The kitchen island can be used for informal dining as well as food preparation.
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The office upstairs has a direct view of the barn so the caretaker can monitor site activities while completing other tasks.
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The live-edge pine used for backsplashes in the kitchen and main bathroom was milled from fallen trees discovered on the farmstead property.
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A masterplan was developed for the 80-acre property to align with the long-term goals of the organization.
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Once both phases are constructed, the caretakers’ residence will be 120-feet long. An outdoor room will connect the house with a two-car garage.