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How To Turn Your Home Into A Castle

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Published
10/17/2023

Do you ever wish you could live in a castle? Well, thanks to some innovative ideas and technology, it might just be possible. 

No, your front yard isn’t ever going to look like the front of the castle in Beauty and the Beast. But you can still give it that kind of feel on the inside if you get the design right. 

So what do you need to do?
 

Pick A Good Architect

The first step is to pick a good architect. It’s rare, but even in today’s urban landscape of glass and steel towers, and concrete blocks, there are still professionals out there who specialize in designing castle-like homes. 

They can’t quite emulate the luxury designs of the 18th century in Europe where the romantics inspired a castle-building movement that put the medieval period to shame, but they still have some good ideas in their portfolios. 

You can ask an architect to redesign the exterior of your home to make it appear more stylized. Just provide them with a general brief for how you’d like the building to appear, and whether you can go for Renaissance, Gothic, Norman, or even Moorish designs. 

Select The Right Materials

Next, ensure you choose materials that will help you achieve your objectives. You want to pick things that will replicate the look of castles from years past, even if using original building methods is impractical. 

One option is stone veneer. Instead of beginning from scratch, this option is available both inside and outside your new “castle,” allowing you to dress your walls with something that looks more authentic. 

Wood is another excellent option. Many castles of yore would have had timber elements, particularly for the roofing when lead and other expensive materials weren’t available. 

You can also use freshly-cut wood for features, like tables, walkways, handrails, and flooring. 

Invest In Lighting

Candles would have lit up castles in the past. But you can now buy safer and more convenient candelabras that have the same aesthetic effect. Placing these around your home can make it feel different. 

You can also experiment with torch-like lights on the walls, and even real candles where it’s safe. Candle sconces are also a decorative item you could employ to help make your spaces feel more authentic. 

Add Castle-Like Landscaping

If you have the option, you could also try adding castle-like landscaping around your home. A moat might be out of the question, but a high-gated wall instead of a fence can definitely make your property feel more castle-like. 

Hire Skilled Artisans

Unless you’re carrying out the work yourself, it’s a good idea to hire skilled artisans who understand the methods castle builders of yore used. You want people with real artisanal skills to ensure your home has the right aesthetics. 

Castle features don’t need to be pronounced. You don’t want something that winds up looking like Disneyland. But you do want people with the skills to give your property a medieval look. For instance, you might hire people who know how to carve a stone heart or fit original stained glass. 

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