The front and rear of the house were re-clad with James Hardie board-and-batten siding for a traditional farmhouse feel, while the middle section of the house was re-clad with a more modern large-scale James Hardie cement fiberboard panel system. The front windows were re-designed to provide an ordered facade. The upper window is detailed with barn door shudders. The downspouts were replaced and re-located to help to break up the different sections of the house, while blending in with the linear siding. Additional Integrity windows were installed on the exposed side of the house to allow for more natural sunlight.

A door color to pop dark gray siding!

Pfaff Color & Design

Door painted in "Curry", by California Paints

Draper Front with Wrap-Around Porch and Tower

Aurora Architects + Builders

Front view of a restored Queen Anne Victorian with wrap-around porch, hexagonal tower and attached solarium and carriage house. Fully landscaped front yard is supported by a retaining wall.

Lesesne Street 3

SHELTER Custom-Built Living

6300 SF Modern Home built in 2020. This home boasts 11' pivoting front door, retractable back door, 7" French White Oak Engineered Flooring, 20' ceilings, open concept living, custom panel and wood wall treatments, tile walls, showers and walls, designer cabinets, Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, high end plumbing fixtures and modern windows. Outdoor living includes a custom pool, outdoor kitchen and bathroom, synthetic turf and custom concrete pavers.

Beach Beauty

ABT Custom Homes, LLC

Three story modern farmhouse though located on the East Coast of Virginia combines Southern charm with a relaxing California vibe.

Renovation of cottage-like Craftsman to Modern Farmhouse, Highland Park, IL

Siding & Windows Group Ltd

For this beautiful renovation we started by removing the old siding, trim, brackets and posts. Installed new James Hardie Board and Batten Siding, HardieTrim, Soffit and Fascia and new gutters. For the finish touch, we added a metal roof, began by the removal of Front Entry rounded peak, reframed and raised the slope slightly to install new standing seam Metal Roof to Front Entry.

Holloway | Mid-Century Modern Farmhouse

Vision Interiors

The Holloway blends the recent revival of mid-century aesthetics with the timelessness of a country farmhouse. Each façade features playfully arranged windows tucked under steeply pitched gables. Natural wood lapped siding emphasizes this homes more modern elements, while classic white board & batten covers the core of this house. A rustic stone water table wraps around the base and contours down into the rear view-out terrace. Inside, a wide hallway connects the foyer to the den and living spaces through smooth case-less openings. Featuring a grey stone fireplace, tall windows, and vaulted wood ceiling, the living room bridges between the kitchen and den. The kitchen picks up some mid-century through the use of flat-faced upper and lower cabinets with chrome pulls. Richly toned wood chairs and table cap off the dining room, which is surrounded by windows on three sides. The grand staircase, to the left, is viewable from the outside through a set of giant casement windows on the upper landing. A spacious master suite is situated off of this upper landing. Featuring separate closets, a tiled bath with tub and shower, this suite has a perfect view out to the rear yard through the bedroom's rear windows. All the way upstairs, and to the right of the staircase, is four separate bedrooms. Downstairs, under the master suite, is a gymnasium. This gymnasium is connected to the outdoors through an overhead door and is perfect for athletic activities or storing a boat during cold months. The lower level also features a living room with a view out windows and a private guest suite. Architect: Visbeen Architects Photographer: Ashley Avila Photography Builder: AVB Inc.

Traditional Farmhouse

Jonathan Miller Architects

Backside After

Willet Construction Inc.

Here the two-toned siding was replaced with one consistent color and style. The deck on the right side was also reworked, and all new windows and doors installed. Instead of a rustic cabin in the woods, this home has a sleek new look and feel.

Fairfield Beach Modern

Shorefront Construction, LLC

Custom Craftsman Home in Vienna, VA

Oak Hill Building & Remodeling

Robert Miller Photography

Jersey Street Residency

Hayasa Flooring Design, Inc

Shake At The Lake

Elite Design Group

Builder: Artisan Custom Homes Photography by: Jim Schmid Photography Interior Design by: Homestyles Interior Design

Historic Beauty - Wilmette, IL

Scott Simpson Design + Build

This grand, neoclassical home, built circa 1875, was one of the first residences constructed in Wilmette and the oldest surviving home in the neighborhood. We were lucky enough to become custodians of its renovation and the construction of a much needed addition.

Street view showing front porch (l) and rear porch with patio (r).

Pfaff Color & Design

The front bay, porch (l) and rear patio (r) of unit facing the street.

Cottage in the Woods

KohlMark Architects and Builders

Greg Hadley Photography

Breezeway w/ Barrel Vault Ceiling

Green River Design

Modern Homes

Epic Development

The front exterior of a new Modern style home in Atlanta. The exterior consists of Hardiboard (Aesthetic White SW7035) and Hardiplank siding with stone accents. There is a custom metal awning above the garage and metal railings along the stone wall. The stone accents at the front door run into the foyer of the home. The trim color is Seal Skin SW7675. Designed and Built by Epic Development, Photo by OBEO

LEED Prefab Urban Infill Residence

Tomecek Studio Architecture

Project by Studio H:T principal in charge Brad Tomecek (now with Tomecek Studio Architecture). This project tests the theory of bringing high quality design to a prefabricated factory setting. Enrolled in the LEED-Home Pilot, this residence completed certification. The modular home was conceived as two boxes that slide above one another to create outdoor living space and a lower covered rear entry. The passive solar design invites large amounts of light from the south while minimizing openings to the east and west. Factory construction saves both time and costs while reducing waste and using a controlled labor force. Built in a factory north of Denver, the home arrived by flatbed truck in two pieces and was craned into place in about 4 hours providing a fast, sustainable, cost effective alternative to traditional homebuilding techniques. Upgraded lighting fixtures, plumbing fixtures, doors, door hardware, windows, tile and bamboo flooring were incorporated into the design. 80% of the residence was completed in the factory in less than 3 weeks and other items were finished on site including the exterior stucco, garage, metal railing and stair. Stack-Slide-Stitch describes the conceptual process of how to tie together two distinct modular boxes. Stack refers to setting one modular directly on top of the other. Slide refers to the action that creates an upper southern deck area while simultaneously providing a covered rear entry area. The stitching or interlocking occurs with the upward extension of the lower volume with the front deck walls and with the rear two story vertical.

Traditional Farmhouse

Jonathan Miller Architects

Three-storey Exterior Design Ideas with Concrete Fiberboard 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.