Driftless Fjord

Brio Design Homes, a Mazomanie builder known for thoughtful, function-first design, welcomes this family back to Wisconsin as they build their forever home — pairing Scandinavian minimalism with practical, Midwestern warmth.

Vertical board-and-batten siding sets the tone, paired with warm timber and black metal accents. Steep front-facing gables, a covered front porch, and a mix of roof pitches give the home a layered, custom profile.

The homeowners’ practical, forward-thinking approach is evident in solar panels, natural lighting, and aging-in-place features like curbless showers, wider interior doors and a zero entrance from the garage to the mudroom.

Inside, the kitchen, dining area and great room flow together as one open space, but the great room stands apart with a vaulted tongue-and-groove ceiling and decorative beams.

Upstairs, a loft opens to the floor below, joined by two bedrooms and a shared bathroom — each room sized thoughtfully rather than grand, prioritizing function over square footage.

The basement rounds out the home with a family room, an additional bedroom and bathroom, a fitness room and mechanical space, giving the homeowners room to grow without sacrificing their minimalist approach.

Follow the progress in the gallery below!