Project Showcase: Modern European Residence Elm Grove, Wisconsin

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Jun 01, 2026

Perched atop a 3.5-acre hilltop in a charming Wisconsin village, the Modern European Residence is a masterclass in understated elegance.

Designed by Deep River Partners, the home draws inspiration from traditional European masonry farmhouses while embracing a clean, contemporary aesthetic.

Surrounded by mature trees and lush landscaping, the design balances historical character with modern sophistication.

The Vision: Old-World Spirit, Modern Lines

The homeowner's vision was clear: a white brick estate that captured the soul of European heritage without the heavy maintenance of traditional painted masonry. The goal was to elevate the architecture through sleek shapes and meticulously aligned details, using a palette of high-quality materials including granite, cut stone, simulated slate, and zinc.

Aesthetic Harmony

The Alaska White brick provides a crisp, neutral canvas, allowing the home's architectural silhouettes to stand out. The Dart-Tex finish offers a subtle texture that mimics the character of old-world masonry while maintaining the sharp, clean lines required for a contemporary build.

Seamless Integration

The brick transition from the expansive exterior facades to the curated outdoor living spaces creates a cohesive flow, grounding the home within its natural environment.

Enduring Quality

By selecting an inherently white clay brick, the design team ensured the home would retain its luminous appearance for decades. Unlike painted surfaces, Alaska White offers a low-maintenance, through-body color that thrives in Wisconsin's elements.

Brick was not just a cladding choice; it was the foundation of the project's identity. The Modern European Residence stands as a testament to how timeless materials like Alaska White Dart-Tex can be reimagined to create a bright, formal, and comfortable home that will endure for generations.

Architect & Interior Design: Deep River Partners
Masonry Contractor: Dale Anderson Masonry
General Contractor: Venture Construction Group
Brick Distributor: County Materials Corporation
Photography: Ryan Hainey
Video: Crimson Sun Studios

RECOGNITION:

2024 Brick In Architecture Award: Silver, Residential Single-Family
2025 Wisconsin Masonry Alliance's Excellence in Masonry Awards, Excellence in Residential Masonry
Highlighted in Ryan Hainey’s book, Midwest Home: Interior Design in America’s Heartland
 

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