The Basore Home

Modern Farmhouse Marvel

By Lindsey Clute, Photography by Jimie Luangrath/ Creative Revolver

When Mike and Lynn Basore considered moving across the country from Southern California, they faced a lot of uncertainty. The idea first sparked six years ago when a property listing appeared on Lynn’s Facebook feed. “I started thinking, ‘Maybe I could retire in Tennessee,’” she recalls. “I brought Mike out here and he liked it, but he was running his business in California, and I didn’t want to take him away from that.”

After visiting the property with Mike, the two were drawn to its beauty and the surrounding neighborhood – even though it meant leaving behind the lives they’d built in California. Ultimately, they took the leap, determined to create a home that felt true to them.

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“Mike and I wanted our home to not only reflect our personality, but to feel cozy and homey,” Lynn explains. “I see all the big, beautiful homes in my neighborhood and they are stunning, but that’s not Mike and I. We wanted to focus on the charm and the quaintness of the design details I had envisioned since purchasing the lot.”

The exterior of their home is a true representation of the couple’s vision. Striking board-and-batten lap siding in Granite Peak with Tricorn Black trim paints a beautiful picture of the home’s modern farmhouse aesthetic. For Lynn, seeing the exterior come together was a deeply emotional moment. “When my friend texted me and said, ‘They’re putting your exterior color on,’ I couldn’t get up here fast enough,” she says.

In keeping with the design’s focus on relaxation, two spacious decks, front and back, give Lynn and Mike a quiet escape from the busyness of everyday life, as well as space to host loved ones. “We knew when we designed our house, we would spend a lot of time on both of our porches,” Mike adds. “We really wanted a large area where we could entertain our new friends.”

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A number of Lynn’s favorite elements in the house are found in the kitchen. Cornflower blue coats the cabinets and the range hood, bringing a stunning pop of color to the space. “I knew I wanted a grayish-blue. I didn’t want royal, I didn’t want navy, I didn’t want robin egg – so searching for the right color was a big process,” she notes.

The pantry door, a standout feature, is another favorite element. Made from reclaimed wood imported from Egypt and crafted into a barn door style, it serves as both a functional piece and a conversation starter.

Another detail close to Lynn’s heart is a pair of vintage light pendants brought from her former home in California, which now bring both character and nostalgia into the new space.

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In the accommodating primary bathroom, a bold, patterned tile accent in the walk-in shower contrasts with glossy subway walls and penny-round floors. A freestanding clawfoot tub is paired with elegant matte black hardware to create a spa-like focal point, while bright blue cabinetry and a marble countertop inject a pop of personality into the space. Thoughtful details, from rustic framed mirrors to soft patterned linens, complete the design with layered texture.

In the connected bedroom, the suite continues its calming palette with textured fabrics, cohesive gray bedding, and cozy throws.

Upstairs, two minimalist guest rooms exude calm and simplicity. Various shades of gray layer the spaces – from the soft carpeting underfoot to the cool-toned walls and bedding – creating a serene retreat for overnight visitors. The rooms are thoughtfully connected by a shared Jack-and-Jill-style bathroom, complete with sleek fixtures and a clean design that balances functionality with style. This layout offers guests both privacy and convenience, making the upstairs an inviting haven for family and friends.

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Amid all the thoughtfully curated details, what matters most is that they have the perfect space from which to enjoy them. “We love where our house is positioned on the lot,” Lynn shares. “From the front, we watch the world go by, and from the back, we’re surrounded by mountains, trees, and wildlife every single day.”

For the Basores, this home is the culmination of a dream that started years ago, and now, every corner of their modern farmhouse is a reminder that sometimes, the best things in life are created by trusting in the process.

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