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Arts & Crafts Style Home
Arts & Crafts Style Home
Jordan Rosenberg ArchitectJordan Rosenberg Architect
Arts and Crafts style home, also in the same genre as shingle style or hampton style home. The attention to detail is of the utmost....custom moulding details even on elements as small as the cupola all carefully planned and overseen during construction by Jordan Rosenberg Architect
Craftsman
Craftsman
Passages Custom Homes LLCPassages Custom Homes LLC
Shultz Photo Design
Craftsman Greenville Home
Craftsman Greenville Home
Evergreen Custom ConstructionEvergreen Custom Construction
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Rustic Exterior
Rustic Exterior
Great Northwest HomesGreat Northwest Homes
We are just loving the black and cedar trim combination! The open beam entry gives this home a striking appearance. Bill Johnson Photography
Maureen Residence
Maureen Residence
Rill ArchitectsRill Architects
Rill Architects (Kay Kim)
Mimosa- 1920's Bungalow
Mimosa- 1920's Bungalow
Bay Street BungalowsBay Street Bungalows
Oasis Photography
Front Yard approach
Front Yard approach
Asquared Studios Inc.Asquared Studios Inc.
East Nashville Craftsman
East Nashville Craftsman
Leverick HomesLeverick Homes
My Own House
My Own House
Hoffman Grayson Architects LLPHoffman Grayson Architects LLP
Originally, the front of the house was on the left (eave) side, facing the primary street. Since the Garage was on the narrower, quieter side street, we decided that when we would renovate, we would reorient the front to the quieter side street, and enter through the front Porch. So initially we built the fencing and Pergola entering from the side street into the existing Front Porch. Then in 2003, we pulled off the roof, which enclosed just one large room and a bathroom, and added a full second story. Then we added the gable overhangs to create the effect of a cottage with dormers, so as not to overwhelm the scale of the site. The shingles are stained Cabots Semi-Solid Deck and Siding Oil Stain, 7406, color: Burnt Hickory, and the trim is painted with Benjamin Moore Aura Exterior Low Luster Narraganset Green HC-157, (which is actually a dark blue). Photo by Glen Grayson, AIA
Ranch House Plan - Mill Creek Cottage A 22071 by Garrell Associates
Ranch House Plan - Mill Creek Cottage A 22071 by Garrell Associates
Garrell Associates, IncorporatedGarrell Associates, Incorporated
Huntington Manor / Art House
Huntington Manor / Art House
James McNeal Architecture and DesignJames McNeal Architecture and Design
Asheville, NC-Contemporary Craftsman
Asheville, NC-Contemporary Craftsman
Wright Jenkins Home DesignWright Jenkins Home Design
Harriet Craftsman
Harriet Craftsman
CHRISTOPHER STROM ARCHITECTSCHRISTOPHER STROM ARCHITECTS
The homeowners loved the character of their 100-year-old home near Lake Harriet, but the original layout no longer supported their busy family’s modern lifestyle. When they contacted the architect, they had a simple request: remodel our master closet. This evolved into a complete home renovation that took three-years of meticulous planning and tactical construction. The completed home demonstrates the overall goal of the remodel: historic inspiration with modern luxuries.
TREANOR RESIDENCE
TREANOR RESIDENCE
Tate Studio ArchitectsTate Studio Architects
Driveway and auto court view of the home. Architecture and Interiors - Tate Studio Architects,, Builder - Full Circle Custom Homes, Photography - Thompson Photographic, Landscaping - Azul Verde Design.
Custom Home Design Build
Custom Home Design Build
Build Permits LLCBuild Permits LLC
Custom Craftsman Homes With more contemporary design style, Featuring interior and exterior design elements that show the traditionally Craftsman design with wood accents and stone. The entryway leads into 4,000 square foot home with an spacious open floor plan.
Craftsman 1 1/2 Story Plan #54415
Craftsman 1 1/2 Story Plan #54415
Ahmann Design, Inc.Ahmann Design, Inc.
外観夜景
外観夜景
i.u.建築企画i.u.建築企画
Aluminum Siding
Aluminum Siding
G & Z SIDING CONTRACTORSG & Z SIDING CONTRACTORS
Cedar Trim and Accents
Cedar Trim and Accents
Mantis Design + Build, LLCMantis Design + Build, LLC
We found three more locations to incorporate the feel of wood: the trim boards were custom-finished to mimic real wood; the steel garage door was given a color-matched wood grain look; and the fireplace chimney was refinished with an exterior layer of board-formed concrete, providing a durable material that’s nicely softened by the wood-grain imprints.

74,181 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.
Meadowbank - Main Floor Renovation and Addition
Meadowbank - Main Floor Renovation and Addition
Amsted Design-BuildAmsted Design-Build
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