This quaint little house is painted in Benjamin Moore Blue Note for all the stucco and downspouts; while the trim, entry doors (except front), and the metal awnings are in Cloverdale Paint Satin Weave. Just two colours, white and navy, this house is cute and simple. Photo credits to Ina Van Tonder.

LEED Platinum Certified Residence

Noble Johnson Architects

In fill project in a historic overlay neighborhood. Custom designed LEED Platinum residence. Showcase Photography

"Summer Cottage"- Exterior

Fine Architecture

What once was a sad duplex located along the quaint town of Stone Harbor, NJ is now a gorgeous single family home for renters to enjoy! This was a total renovation which consisted of lifting the existing structure higher to comply with local flood height requirements (since it's a block from the Atlantic Ocean), total gut of the home interior, new face-lift and curb appeal upgrade, new gable roof with access to a roof top deck in the rear, and loads of charm inside and out. If you saw the before and after, you'd swear it was a new house! Photo by Fine Architecture

The Screen ADU

Modern ADU Plans

One of our most popular designs, this contemporary twist on a traditional house form has two bedrooms, one bathroom, and comes in at 750 square feet. The spacious “great room” offers vaulted ceilings while the large windows and doors bring in abundant natural light and open up to a private patio. As a single level this is a barrier free ADU that can be ideal for aging-in-place. The screened outdoor patio provides additional living space while creating privacy between the ADU and the main house.

Oasis Tiny Home Blue Exterior & Deck

Paradise Tiny Homes LLC

This tiny home comes with a detachable deck that acts as a great space to entertain, especially with the large pass-through window in the kitchen and the curly mango wood bar. This tropical modern coastal Tiny Home is built on a trailer and is 8x24x14 feet. The blue exterior paint color is called cabana blue. The large circular window is quite the statement focal point for this how adding a ton of curb appeal. The round window is actually two round half-moon windows stuck together to form a circle. There is an indoor bar between the two windows to make the space more interactive and useful- important in a tiny home. There is also another interactive pass-through bar window on the deck leading to the kitchen making it essentially a wet bar. This window is mirrored with a second on the other side of the kitchen and the are actually repurposed french doors turned sideways. Even the front door is glass allowing for the maximum amount of light to brighten up this tiny home and make it feel spacious and open. This tiny home features a unique architectural design with curved ceiling beams and roofing, high vaulted ceilings, a tiled in shower with a skylight that points out over the tongue of the trailer saving space in the bathroom, and of course, the large bump-out circle window and awning window that provides dining spaces.

Vintage River Cottage

Marvin

After purchasing a vacation home on the Russian River in Monte Rio, a small hamlet in Sonoma County, California, the owner wanted to embark on a full-scale renovation starting with a new floor plan, re-envisioning the exterior and creating a "get-away" haven to relax in with family and friends. The original single-story house was built in the 1950's and added onto and renovated over the years. The home needed to be completely re-done. The house was taken down to the studs, re-organized, and re-built from a space planning and design perspective. For this project, the homeowner selected Integrity® Wood-Ultrex® Windows and French Doors for both their beauty and value. The windows and doors added a level of architectural styling that helped achieve the project’s aesthetic goals.

Exterior Painting in Fayetteville

CertaPro Painters of Northwest Arkansas

This cozy bungalow looks great in this popular color scheme. The white trim really accents the porch and windows while the dark blue door brings life and excitement to the entrance to the home.

The "Poet's Cottage"

Carl Mattison Design

Front of home after renovation

Currie -Scandinavian Modern

Andison Residential Design

Located in one of the most sought-after communities in Calgary, this stunning Scandinavian-inspired home has an eye-catching modern design. Currie is a vibrant community known for its award-winning community design, plentiful amenities and inspiring home designs. Tall with a simple gable roof and deep overhangs, the minimalistic style of this two-story family home is accented by unique custom windows that allow natural light to flood the interior. The simple white, gray, and light-wood color palette blends seamlessly into the surroundings.

Milan Residence

Tracy A. Stone Architect

This remodel of a small cottage at the rear of a lot in South Pasadena includes a new entry, enclosed front yard and garage. Rendering by MacKenzie Leifeste for Tracy A. Stone Architect.

Tricklebrook - Inland Lake Lot

Visbeen Architects

Good things come in small packages, as Tricklebrook proves. This compact yet charming design packs a lot of personality into an efficient plan that is perfect for a tight city or waterfront lot. Inspired by the Craftsman aesthetic and classic All-American bungalow design, the exterior features interesting roof lines with overhangs, stone and shingle accents and abundant windows designed both to let in maximum natural sunlight as well as take full advantage of the lakefront views. The covered front porch leads into a welcoming foyer and the first level’s 1,150-square foot floor plan, which is divided into both family and private areas for maximum convenience. Private spaces include a flexible first-floor bedroom or office on the left; family spaces include a living room with fireplace, an open plan kitchen with an unusual oval island and dining area on the right as well as a nearby handy mud room. At night, relax on the 150-square-foot screened porch or patio. Head upstairs and you’ll find an additional 1,025 square feet of living space, with two bedrooms, both with unusual sloped ceilings, walk-in closets and private baths. The second floor also includes a convenient laundry room and an office/reading area. Photographer: Dave Leale

Leneghan Exterior Front After

Textbook Painting

Kaycan Perfection Cedar Shakes: Cobalt Blue with Sunrise Verde Windows. Sidetex

Sidetex Company

Cape Cod style house with Kaycan Perfection Cedar Shakes, Color: Cobalt Blue with Energy Star approved Sunrise Windows with white grids, trim, black shutters and white picket fences. Installed by Sidetex in North Haven CT 06473

Dauphine St

MLM INCORPORATED

Colorful Beach Cottage

Design Moe Kitchen & Bath / Heather Moe designer

Front Facade from Streetside Photo by Preview First

Ghost lake Cottage Club Show home

Cenova Homes

Our Cascade Creek Model. A small modern cottage with everything you need for full time or part time living.

Victorian Gingerbread House

Old House Guy LLC

Here is that same home. All new features are in proportion to the architecture and correct for the period and style of the home. Bay windows replaced with original style to match others. Water table trim added, spandrels, brackets and a period porch skirt. Other color combinations that work with this house.

Tiny Home - Austin, Texas

RAW Design & Consulting /RAW Architecture + Design

Interior and Exterior Renovations to existing HGTV featured Tiny Home. We modified the exterior paint color theme and painted the interior of the tiny home to give it a fresh look. The interior of the tiny home has been decorated and furnished for use as an AirBnb space. Outdoor features a new custom built deck and hot tub space.

Trex Porch by Atlas Homes

Cardinal Home Center

Beautiful Exteriors

Warline Painting Ltd.

Exterior painting by Warline Painting Ltd. of Vancouver, BC. Photo credits to Ina Van Tonder.

Small Blue 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.