New Take on a Tudor

Drawing inspiration from design elements around the world, Josh and Jordan Cain and their team at Cain Development, LLC, wanted to bring a totally tailored build to this luxury lakeside community. What began as a plan for a modern Tudor alongside the golf course evolved throughout the 14-month project into something uniquely innovative and eyecatching. “We spent countless hours making design decisions that we knew would make this house stand out among others,” shares

Lynnze Petty, designer with the Cain team. “We really put our creativity to the test with this house, and it’s truly the most customized house we’ve built to date due to the level of detail and custom finishes.”

By Tory Irmeger | Photography by Jimie Luangrath/Creative Revolver

Builder: Josh and Jordan Cain, Cain Development, LLC

Interior Design: Lynnze Petty, Cain Development, LLC

A MODERN MARVEL

On the exterior, the Cain team eschewed the iconic half-timbered beams in favor of more subtly-infused medieval architectural elements for a truly one-of-akind home. Contemporary painted brick gives an ivory glow and bears exquisite details, from the draped arches to the decorative chimney pots. Creating lovely symmetry, paneled windows protruding from the building face are reminiscent of oriel windows often found in revival-style architecture. Not to be missed is a surprise on the underside of the covered drive and back porch, where ceilings are punctuated by exposed rafter tails in a striking criss-crossing effect.

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Stepping into the home, the grandeur continues with a sweeping curved staircase. “This was a labor of love, and it took some trial and error to get it perfect,” Petty shares, “but the mix of overly decorative walls with the sleek custom iron handrail came together perfectly.” Millwork accents recur throughout the home, adding touches of sophistication to each space. This contemporary interior is warmed by hardwood floors, which form a herringbone accent in the entryway. Exposed ceiling beams punctuate several main level areas, highlighting a common ground between modern trends and Tudor vibes.

Ironwork: Beaty Fabricating, Inc.

“The office might be my favorite room in the whole house. From custom bookcases and a library ladder to the ceiling details I sketched out on paper and our trim guys brought to life, there is no lack of detail in this space. It is the perfect sleek and sexy office!” – Lynnze Petty, Cain Development, LLC

The kitchen is the heart of the home, and this house is no exception. On an open plan with the den and easy back porch access, the gourmet kitchen is spacious and homey, perfect for lazy nights in or hosting friends and family. Shakerstyle cabinetry in crisp white and exposed wood adds an unpretentious flair, while color marble countertops are shown off in a sleek waterfall edge on one of the double islands. Meanwhile, the range hood is coated in plaster, providing a touch of texture to the glossy space. Above, a shiplap ceiling creates a chic finish in this historically-inspired home. A walk-in pantry with custom shelving completes the space, incorporating black and white checkered tile that extends into the mudroom.

Countertops: Granite Warehouse

Artwork and Furniture: Featherlane Design Co.

Towards the front of the house, an open formal living and dining room offers an elegant space for entertaining. Modern furnishings work with artful millwork to create an area that feels fresh yet lived-in. “In the interior design, I leaned more towards a traditional Southern design style, but we added some trim details that nodded towards a modern design and some small touches of French country. Overall, I think they worked really well together,” Petty shares.

Moving towards the back of the home, the den amps up the coziness with exposed beams and built-in shelves that mirror the cabinetry in the kitchen, creating cohesion across spaces. Sliding glass doors offer glimpses of the decorative scissor arches bolstering the porch cover, a detail nodding to Gothic arch styles. Here, guests can gather round the fireplace or mosey onto the pool deck, which also features an outdoor kitchen.

Artwork and Furniture: Fowler Brothers Co.

The primary suite features subtle decorative ceiling molding accentuated by a candle chandelier. A minimalistic four-poster bed adds that old-world touch without overwhelming the space.

The ensuite provides every modern comfort, including accommodating vanities and a spacious walk-in shower. “The primary bathroom and closets – what a dream!” says Petty. “From the custom bathtub backsplash to the completely custom designed closets, this entire space is the epitome of elegance.” From architectural elements to custom finishes in each room, the Cain team was intentional in creating a sense of continuity throughout the stately build. They achieve this effect through repeating materials, colors, and shapes – like the warm wood tones and arch motifs appearing throughout. Petty shares that it was exciting to explore styles from different regions and periods to create this home: “There are so many architectural details and design elements that we can pull inspiration from and bring back to Chattanooga!”

Other Suppliers

Appliances and Outdoor Kitchen: AllSouth Appliance Group, Inc. | Architect: Wilder Roots Interior Design | Brick: Sierra’s Masonry | Cabinetry: Chase Construction | Closets and Fireplace: Therm-Con | Doors, Trim, and Windows: Collins Building Materials | Flooring: Hank’s Carpet & Flooring | Hardscaping: Valencia’s Concrete LLC | Landscaping: RECZ Landscaping | Lighting and Plumbing Fixtures: Ferguson | Painting: Castro Flores Painting | Pool and Spa: Everclear Pool & Backyards Co. | Tile: Acme Brick, Tile & Stone | Trim: J & L Finish Carpentry