Modern renovation for two family dwelling. Very bright, open living dining kitchen concept. Modern appliances and fixtures. Stone built fire place, heart of Somerville MA.

Tempranillo

Alair Homes

This expansive contemporary modern home features an open concept main living area with an elegant living room, gourmet kitchen, and high-end finishes. The kitchen includes a large kitchen island that has built-in shelving, sink, dishwasher, and plenty of seating room; maximizing the functionality of the space. Interior design by Kim Kenney Interiors, www.kimkenneyinteriors.com

Overland Park Remodel

Picture KC

Samantha Ward

Legacy 27-6

Judith Balis Interiors

Dawn Burkhart

Pine Chase Custom Home

Alair Homes Houston

An elegant country style home featuring high ceilings, dark wood floors and classic French doors that are complimented with dark wood beams. Custom brickwork runs throughout the interior and exterior of the home that brings a unique rustic farmhouse element.

Marina Court Residence

Fusion Architecture

Exterior Inspiration

Crown Up Construction

Traditional and tasteful bungalow with cedar shakes and navy blue accents.

Mid-Century Addition

Studio B Designs

Fish Camp

Josh Wynne Construction

Our latest project, Fish Camp, on Longboat Key, FL. This home was designed around tight zoning restrictions while meeting the FEMA V-zone requirement. It is registered with LEED and is expected to be Platinum certified. It is rated EnergyStar v. 3.1 with a HERS index of 50. The design is a modern take on the Key West vernacular so as to keep with the neighboring historic homes in the area. Ryan Gamma Photography

Austen 800

Omega Builders

Carter-B

Apex Design & Drafting

This Apex design boasts a charming rustic feel with wood timbers, wood siding, metal roof accents, and varied roof lines. The foyer has a 19' ceiling that is open to the upper level. A vaulted ceiling tops the living room with wood beam accents that bring the charm of the outside in.

Harbor Springs Real Split Limestone

Quarry Mill

Harbor Springs natural thin stone veneer adds a classic elegant look to the exterior of this beautiful ranch style home. Harbor Springs stones contain bands of blue and light tan in light colors stones along with solid tan stones. The stones are rectangular with squared edges and are great for use in large projects like exterior siding, stairways, or landscaping walls. Harbor Springs will also work well in smaller projects like an accent wall or fireplace. The blue tones in this natural stone veneer will add a calming element to your home or business, blending well with any décor.

French Quarter Series

BEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTS

Cottage style beach home featuring French Quarter Original Bracket.

Front Entry

YORK ENTERPRISES LLC

A new, large porch area with curved steps, walkway and driveway were formed, poured and stamped. Deck Dots lights were embedded in the concrete. We matched the existing perimeter trim and brickwork. Where the shingles were removed from the dormer we used a torch to blacken the new shingles to match. Tongue and groove cedar with a marine varnish sealer was used on the ceiling. The beams are douglas fir. The brackets are from the Simpson Architectural Series. The new entry is a welcoming addition to the new home. Open Door Productions, Matt Francis

CASK house

Atmosphere Design Build

Kat Alves Photography

Front Elevation

User

Photography by Gil Stose

Malabar - First floor addition with ground floor extensions.

Extend A Home Constructions Pty Ltd

Description of project at Malabar The original home was a 3 bedroom brick veneer former Housing Commission home built circa 1960's still in it's original state. Extendahome’s Designer sat down with the client and discussed her needs and wants regarding the extension. Working within her budget he designed a completely new look home. The front entry porch was demolished and a large living room extension added to the front, along with a new timber deck and front steps to create a completely new front entry. The existing rear kitchen wall was demolished and the space extended towards the rear to create a new open space free flowing kitchen with aluminium sliding doors leading onto a massive under cover rear timber deck. A new laundry was added at the rear of the new kitchen. The existing bathroom was stripped out and completely refurbished with an extra large shower, full height tiling and modern new fittings. The existing laundry was demolished to make way for the new staircase leading to the new first floor addition which comprises a large sitting room and 4th bedroom with a shower room also tiled to full height. A new ceramic tiled balcony is accessed by aluminium stacker doors at the rear of the sitting room. The first floor sitting room overlooks a large staircase void creating an airy, open feeling throughout. The windows are all aluminium framed. The roof and walls are fully insulated. The ground and first floor addition was constructed fully on site with all frame and roof cut from stick timber rather than prefab frame and trusses. The first floor cladding is CSR Weathertex selflock ecogroove smooth 300 finish to match the ground floor living extension and compliments the existing face brick to create a new contemporary look to the home. The main roof is all new Monier cement tiles and the rear deck roof is Lysaght colorbond to complete the transformation of this formerly modest home. There were a number of timber support posts required to be installed into the existing ground floor walls with brick supporting piers under the floor, these were seamlessly installed and the walls restored to their original state.

3 Balconies to Overlook the Beach

Brendan McHugh, Architect, Manasquan, NJ

gable end detail with white trim, grey board & batten vertical siding and window,

Park Place's Red Door, The Dalles, OR

Curtis Homes

Red door of a modern farmhouse

Exterior

BERNHILL HOMES LLC

Exterior

Exterior Design Ideas with Mixed Siding

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.