hugh residence

kevin akey - azd associates - michigan

Bailer Hill

Prentiss Balance Wickline Architects

Eirik Johnson

Hudson Valley Residence

Benjamin Andres Architekt

Project for: BWA

Southwestern Exterior

Project Hemera, North London

CCASA Architects

Big sliding doors integrate the inside and outside of the house. The nice small framed aluminium doors are as high as the extension.

Edinburg Residence

MMD Construction

Rowhouse Reconceived

Hill & Hurtt Architects, PLLC

Contemporary Exterior

Stone Creek Camp

Andersson-Wise Architects

Art Gray

Kenwood Parkway Transitional

Lenox House Design

These modern condo buildings overlook downtown Minneapolis and are stunningly placed on a narrow lot that used to use one low rambler home. Each building has 2 condos, all with beautiful views. The main levels feel like you living in the trees and the upper levels have beautiful views of the skyline. The buildings are a combination of metal and stucco. The heated driveway carries you down between the buildings to the garages beneath the units. Each unit has a separate entrance and has been customized entirely by each client.

Exterior from Rear Yard

dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA

Tony Soluri

Wohnhaus 20 in Zwenkau

Wunderland Architektur Heine & Weeck PartG mbB

Project Corten

CCASA Architects

The new intervention was clearly defined with new materials while the remaining first floor level was left with its original brickwork. the contrast of both is well balanced, creating the optical illusion of the first floor floating. Big sliding doors integrate the exterior with the interior

Nachhaltiges Terrassenhaus

Peter Stasek Architects

Villa im Bauhausstil mit Teich im Garten

Dipl.-Ing. Carsten Krafft Architekt

Trappmann Michael

Malibu Residence

AAHA Studio

Ground-up custom residence in Malibu, CA. Three story home with various textural custom details. View oriented design with open corners and louvered accents for privacy. Green roof design.

CL16 Einfamilienhaus im Filstal

Schiller Architektur BDA

Midcentury Home Addition and renovation

Donald Lococo Architects

Designed in 1970 for an art collector, the existing referenced 70’s architectural principles. With its cadence of ‘70’s brick masses punctuated by a garage and a 4-foot-deep entrance recess. This recess, however, didn’t convey to the interior, which was occupied by disjointed service spaces. To solve, service spaces are moved and reorganized in open void in the garage. (See plan) This also organized the home: Service & utility on the left, reception central, and communal living spaces on the right. To maintain clarity of the simple one-story 70’s composition, the second story add is recessive. A flex-studio/extra bedroom and office are designed ensuite creating a slender form and orienting them front to back and setting it back allows the add recede. Curves create a definite departure from the 70s home and by detailing it to "hover like a thought" above the first-floor roof and mentally removable sympathetic add.Existing unrelenting interior walls and a windowless entry, although ideal for fine art was unconducive for the young family of three. Added glass at the front recess welcomes light view and the removal of interior walls not only liberate rooms to communicate with each other but also reinform the cleared central entry space as a hub. Even though the renovation reinforms its relationship with art, the joy and appreciation of art was not dismissed. A metal sculpture lost in the corner of the south side yard bumps the sculpture at the front entrance to the kitchen terrace over an added pedestal. (See plans) Since the roof couldn’t be railed without compromising the one-story '70s composition, the sculpture garden remains physically inaccessible however mirrors flanking the chimney allow the sculptures to be appreciated in three dimensions. The mirrors also afford privacy from the adjacent Tudor's large master bedroom addition 16-feet away.

Bar House

Audrey Matlock Architect

This unique outdoor living space is tucked between the house and the forest. The 65 foot long gunite pool and spa are surrounded by landscape and adjacent to a covered outdoor room with a pool house, fireplace, dining terrace, bbq kitchen and open air lounge. Sunshades and overhanging roofs protect the house interiors from direct sun. Photographer - Peter Aaron

Exterior Design Ideas with a Flat Roof and a Green Roof

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.