Deep overhangs provide sun protection and emphasize the low slung architectural expression. The multiple roofs with upper clerestory emphasize the effect. The roof edge is by Tricor and is an alpolic aluminum composite fascia, an aluminum and rigid foam sandwich material, that does not bend or oil-can to maintain the straight lines of the house.

Hibiscus Residence

Borges + Associates Architects

Stephen Brooke

Nordic Light

D/O

La Costa Modern Design and Home Remodel

Spaces Renewed

This large hill was once covered in weeds, blocking the view and ability to enter the front door of this dramatic home. By removing and excavating the hill, the homeowners were able to create the entry they always wanted. A flight of stone and stucco stairs invite this family and their guests to come in and enjoy the home.

Milwaukee Street Residence

semple brown design

View of Entry photo credit: David Lauer

Toro Canyon

Young Construction

Belmont Shore Residence

Novum Architecture

Wohnhaus in Dresden

Architekturfotografie Steffen Spitzner

Lotus on Orange

Josh Wynne Construction

Ryan Gamma Photography

Bunker Hill Residence

2Scale Architects

Anza

Cal-Spec Inc.

Exposed steel beams showcased by open concept design using windows throughout the exterior wall space. Also, wood finish running through entire ceiling extending to exterior eaves. Simple but modern use of steel, glass and wood.

Modern and Contemporary Home Renovation | Lexington, Ma

Hickox Williams Architects, Inc.

North Bay Residence

Prentiss Balance Wickline Architects

Photographer: Jay Goodrich This 2800 sf single-family home was completed in 2009. The clients desired an intimate, yet dynamic family residence that reflected the beauty of the site and the lifestyle of the San Juan Islands. The house was built to be both a place to gather for large dinners with friends and family as well as a cozy home for the couple when they are there alone. The project is located on a stunning, but cripplingly-restricted site overlooking Griffin Bay on San Juan Island. The most practical area to build was exactly where three beautiful old growth trees had already chosen to live. A prior architect, in a prior design, had proposed chopping them down and building right in the middle of the site. From our perspective, the trees were an important essence of the site and respectfully had to be preserved. As a result we squeezed the programmatic requirements, kept the clients on a square foot restriction and pressed tight against property setbacks. The delineate concept is a stone wall that sweeps from the parking to the entry, through the house and out the other side, terminating in a hook that nestles the master shower. This is the symbolic and functional shield between the public road and the private living spaces of the home owners. All the primary living spaces and the master suite are on the water side, the remaining rooms are tucked into the hill on the road side of the wall. Off-setting the solid massing of the stone walls is a pavilion which grabs the views and the light to the south, east and west. Built in a position to be hammered by the winter storms the pavilion, while light and airy in appearance and feeling, is constructed of glass, steel, stout wood timbers and doors with a stone roof and a slate floor. The glass pavilion is anchored by two concrete panel chimneys; the windows are steel framed and the exterior skin is of powder coated steel sheathing.

Tea Houses

Swatt | Miers Architects

Tim Griffth

Kelly Residence

Abramson Architects

On the second floor, structural advancement allows the “Corbusier Box to be less rigid. Here the “box” is broken further and instead of being a complete four-sided object, it has a missing side which is replaced by the Trespa façade that continues upward from the first floor. Photo: David Lena

Oshry Residence

spfa

Modern Desert Mountain

Urban Design Associates

Modern home with water feature. Architect: Urban Design Associates Builder: RS Homes Interior Designer: Tamm Jasper Interiors Photo Credit: Dino Tonn

Casa modular prefabricada en Nantes

Casas inHAUS

Porche y fachada de una casa modular de gama alta inHAUS en Nantes (Francia). Terraza en casa prefabricada y jardín. Grandes ventanales.

Wildcat Mountain Modern

SM Built

Exterior of a mountain modern house with a minimalist design and xeriscaping

The Jaipur

JayMarc Homes

Modern Exterior Design Ideas with a Flat 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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.