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Sedona Home with RV Garage
Sedona Home with RV Garage
Hamman Custom HomesHamman Custom Homes
Cally Hamman
Spanish Modern 6879
Spanish Modern 6879
Sterling Custom HomesSterling Custom Homes
Tre Dunham - Fine Focus Photography
New Hampshire Lake House
New Hampshire Lake House
Cummings Architecture + InteriorsCummings Architecture + Interiors
Situated on the edge of New Hampshire’s beautiful Lake Sunapee, this Craftsman-style shingle lake house peeks out from the towering pine trees that surround it. When the clients approached Cummings Architects, the lot consisted of 3 run-down buildings. The challenge was to create something that enhanced the property without overshadowing the landscape, while adhering to the strict zoning regulations that come with waterfront construction. The result is a design that encompassed all of the clients’ dreams and blends seamlessly into the gorgeous, forested lake-shore, as if the property was meant to have this house all along. The ground floor of the main house is a spacious open concept that flows out to the stone patio area with fire pit. Wood flooring and natural fir bead-board ceilings pay homage to the trees and rugged landscape that surround the home. The gorgeous views are also captured in the upstairs living areas and third floor tower deck. The carriage house structure holds a cozy guest space with additional lake views, so that extended family and friends can all enjoy this vacation retreat together. Photo by Eric Roth
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Rose Quartz house in Desert Mountain
Rose Quartz house in Desert Mountain
NewWest design studio, llcNewWest design studio, llc
The welcoming entry court, featuring porch elements and natural stone walls, frames the custom iron front door. Thompson Photographic
Charming Craftsman
Charming Craftsman
Grayson Dare Homes, Inc.Grayson Dare Homes, Inc.
Dwight Myers Real Estate Photograpy
Entry Door Projects
Entry Door Projects
Carby's LumberCarby's Lumber
Home Remodel
Home Remodel
Pacific Wood DesignsPacific Wood Designs
The Spanish Colonial Revival
The Spanish Colonial Revival
GOODFELLAS CONSTRUCTIONGOODFELLAS CONSTRUCTION
The Spanish Revival is GoodFellas Construction latest project. Our client wanted us to keep the charm of her home and the Spanish architectural surroundings. The home was in dire need of an update. Our team worked on updates throughout the home and did a complete new kitchen for the client.
The Heritage Haven 2016 Salt Lake Award Winning Parade Home
The Heritage Haven 2016 Salt Lake Award Winning Parade Home
Alair Homes - Salt LakeAlair Homes - Salt Lake
Rural Contemporary Craftsman Home
Rural Contemporary Craftsman Home
Bronwyn Fargo Home Design and Consulting LLCBronwyn Fargo Home Design and Consulting LLC
Craftsman Transformation in Phoenixville
Craftsman Transformation in Phoenixville
Karen Beam Architect LLCKaren Beam Architect LLC
Tangletown Remodel
Tangletown Remodel
grouparchitectgrouparchitect
Remodel and addition by Grouparchitect & Eakman Construction. Photographer: AMF Photography.
Stonewall Farms Oakley A
Stonewall Farms Oakley A
Trust HomesTrust Homes
Orr Street Coastal Cottage #3
Orr Street Coastal Cottage #3
Delpino Custom HomesDelpino Custom Homes
Modern Craftsman
Modern Craftsman
Jonathan Miller ArchitectsJonathan Miller Architects
Exterior Doors
Exterior Doors
TrimliteTrimlite
Solution Series Exterior Door
Indianapolis Exterior Paint Project
Indianapolis Exterior Paint Project
ONiT PaintingONiT Painting
Our Work
Our Work
Encore Building Group, LLCEncore Building Group, LLC
Kenilworth New Build
Kenilworth New Build
Gail Barley Interiors, LLCGail Barley Interiors, LLC
White shutters and white carriage doors on this gray bungalow-style home create a clean, neutral look. The bright blue door adds a fun pop of color. Photography and Staging by Interior Decor by Maggie LLC.

74,202 American Exterior Design Photos

Your home’s American exterior and facade should always look their best. Your choice of colours, materials, lighting, and even your mailbox act like a 24/7 giant billboard for your home, and can make or break your kerb appeal. Key features that make a big impact are your door, windows, fence, driveway and roof, so ensure these always best represent your American home. The architectural design should reflect the overall style of the house, and the people that live inside of it, while your choice of colours and materials should help the house blend into the streetscape and surrounds. Use the photos on Houzz to inspire your home’s facade and exterior architecture. You’ll find home design ideas for every style, from contemporary to traditional, that cover all range of exterior features, including your front door, back patio, balcony, porch and garage.

How do I decide on the exterior style and facade 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 water, 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. There are plenty of architectural decisions to make. Do you want a flat, gabled, hipped, mansard or perhaps even a curved roof? Do you want bay windows? Crittall windows? Perhaps external shutters? Do you want glass walls? Do you want timber cladding? Do you want a very symmetrical building design or something more contemporary? The decision is all yours but remember to consider the benefits of various materials over others and the effects that some architecture styles will have on everyday life. For example, glass walls will look attractive but will give you less privacy. Your architect or builder will be able to guide you through the best exterior architecture choices for your home design.

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 siding 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 cladding 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 American 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.
Craftsman Exterior
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