Green Acres Ironworks provides a broad range of metal fabrication services. Our installation crews serve Chicago and Northwest Indiana, and we will ship fabricated products nationwide. We fabricate and install railings, staircases, spiral staircases, steel porches, fences, gates, balconies, light structural fabrication, custom fabricated parts, custom tools, hardware, metal restoration, metal sculpture, decorative items, and yard art. We have the capability of fabricating items in steel, brass, and stainless steel.

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Castle Rock Craftsman Home

Erin Johnson Interiors, LLC

Triangle Brick's Cape Cod

Triangle Brick Company

Inspired by the all-American style of a quaint, New England village, our Cape Cod brick offers a bold, red brick option with slight charcoal accents for a look that's classically elegant and down-to-earth. Classified under Triangle Brick Company's Standard product tier, this sand-faced brick is perfectly suited for most building projects. Our Dartmouth brick is a great option if you love the color of the Cape Cod but want a more tumbled texture.

Overbrook Residence Exterior

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Atlanta modern home designed by Dencity LLC and built by Cablik Enterprises. Photo by AWH Photo & Design.

Wood Log Lodge

Interior Design by Julie Johnson-Holland

The Village at Hendrix

Bret Franks Construction, Inc.

Melanie Siegel

2 Northview Terrace Holmdel

PRM Design Group

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Mod Mettle

Santa Monica House

Kevin Daly Architects

Bruce Damonte

Triangle Brick's Portsmouth

Triangle Brick Company

Set on the coast of New Hampshire, Portsmouth has long boasted a wealth of stunning, classical architecture, much now carefully preserved in the city's historic district. Triangle Brick Company's Portsmouth brick is reminiscent of the Colonial-era handmade brick made in the days of this now historic seaport's thriving trade economy. Featuring a bright, dark red base with charcoal accents, our tumbled Portsmouth brick is classified under our Premium product tier. Like the rich tones of the Portsmouth brick, but want a modern application? Try our Williamsburg brick.

Front exterior - garage door, hand rail, and railing in West Wimbledon

Mi Decor

Exterior work consisting of garage door fully stripped and sprayed to the finest finish with new wood waterproof system and balcony handrail bleached and varnished. https://midecor.co.uk/door-painting-services-in-putney/

The Craftsman - Exterior

GMT Home Designs Inc.

Berkeley Craftsman Expansion

ilumus, llc.

Ramona d'Viola - ilumus photography & marketing Blue Dog Renovation & Construction Workshop 30 Architects

My Houzz: Post Architecture // Albany House

Andrew Snow Photography

Pioneer Log Homes of B.C. Breckenridge

Mountain Log Homes of CO, Inc.

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Craftsman Revived

CG&S Design-Build

One of the most important things for the homeowners was to maintain the look and feel of the home. The architect felt that the addition should be about continuity, riffing on the idea of symmetry rather than asymmetry. This approach shows off exceptional craftsmanship in the framing of the hip and gable roofs. And while most of the home was going to be touched or manipulated in some way, the front porch, walls and part of the roof remained the same. The homeowners continued with the craftsman style inside, but added their own east coast flare and stylish furnishings. The mix of materials, pops of color and retro touches bring youth to the spaces. Photography by Tre Dunham

Williamsburg Carriage House

Sergio Mercado Design

Joshua McHugh

Tuscany Natural Stone Veneer Exterior Home

Quarry Mill

Tuscany natural thin veneer from the Quarry Mill gives this residential home an old-world castle feel. Tuscany stone’s light shades of gray, tans, and a few hints of white bring a natural, earthy tone to your new stone project. This natural stone veneer has rectangular shapes that work well for large and small projects like siding, backsplashes, and chimneys. The various textures of Tuscany stone make it a great choice for rustic and contemporary decors. Accessories like antiques, fine art and even modern appliances will complement Tuscany stones.

Russian River Barn Home

Kadello & Larsen Architectural Designs

Exterior Design Ideas

The front exterior of your home – the driveway, front yard, verandah and entrance – is a fantastic place to start making that all-important first impression on house guests. Even mailboxes and house numbers can have a wonderful way of grabbing people’s attention. The architectural design should reflect the overall style of your house and the family that live there; while your choice of materials will help your house blend in with its surrounds. Browse the photos on Houzz for ideas and inspiration for the exterior of your house, and strike up a conversation with the architects and designers of your favourite picks. You’ll find house designs for contemporary, eclectic, modern, traditional styles and more.

How do I decide on the exterior style of my home?

Your location, overall sense of style, budget and current home layout will dictate the style of your exterior. If you’re renovating a period home, the materials and features you use should reflect the date in which it was built, while a unique colour scheme could add contemporary flair. New homes may prefer to look to modern or contemporary designs with structural simplicity, whereas, if you live by the ocean, a beach-style design may better suit your locale. That’s not to say you can’t build a new home that has period influences. If you’re a traditionalist, you can borrow architectural details from the Art Deco period, for instance, or use finishes that reflect more of a Scandinavian style, too.

What exterior house colours and materials should I use?

Traditional homes typically use brick and timber building materials, while stone, board-formed concrete and metal cladding are popular contemporary options. Again, the materials you use will depend on your location and the statement you want to make. Your budget will also affect your choice. Vinyl siding is affordable and easy to install, while stone is more expensive but durable and low maintenance. If you’re not ready to renovate but want to update the exterior of your home, you can still paint it. Look to your neighbours when choosing exterior house colours. Consider the streetscape and what type of colours are already in use, firstly, so you don’t replicate next door’s shade; and secondly, so you don’t stand out like a sore thumb. If you’re renovating a period home, you could paint features or intricate details in a bold, standout hue. Front doors, garage doors and window trims also look great in eye-catching colours, even if the rest of the house’s facade is neutral.

How can I maximise my home’s street appeal?

To spice up your home’s architectural design, landscape the surrounding area with plants and pathways that accent the style of your home. If you just need a quick revamp, look at your cement and pavers – these can split and crack over time; and repairing or replacing them can do wonders for your street appeal, especially if it’s a large area like your driveway. Plants, garden paths or low walls can can also add structure to your front yard. Light up your home with sufficient outdoor lighting to make walking up to the front door easy at night. You could use bollard lights along your entry path, or replace tiny wall sconces with statement pendant lighting at the entrance or on your verandah. Decorative elements such as house numbers, mailboxes and doormats will also add character. And if you're looking to sell your house, it may be worth hiring a stylist to help make the most of your property.