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Atlanta Intown Second Story Addition
Atlanta Intown Second Story Addition
Cynthia Karegeannes, Registered ArchitectCynthia Karegeannes, Registered Architect
We first renovated the existing ranch house's main level kitchen wing l in 2008. Since our clients have a growing family and love their neighborhood, they decided that they should renovate the bedroom wing of the main level to create a master-suite with en-suite bath and large laundry room as well as add 3 bedrooms and a bath to a newly created second story addition. The clients wanted to create a low scale cottage feel and at the same time maximize the amount of space they could attain from the second story addition. Painting the brick to match the new siding helps create a cohesive exterior reminiscent of cottages in the Atlanta Neighborhoods that are adjacent to this home.
Traditional Exterior
Traditional Exterior
Camelback Royal View
Camelback Royal View
Hendricks ConstructionHendricks Construction
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River Dunes Captain's House
River Dunes Captain's House
Historical ConceptsHistorical Concepts
Jean Allsopp (courtesy of Coastal Living)
Modern Desert Mountain
Modern Desert Mountain
Urban Design AssociatesUrban Design Associates
Modern home with water feature. Architect: Urban Design Associates Builder: RS Homes Interior Designer: Tamm Jasper Interiors Photo Credit: Dino Tonn
The Jekyll
The Jekyll
Shoreline Construction and DevelopmentShoreline Construction and Development
The porte cochere and front exterior of the Jekyll.
King Tom Farm
King Tom Farm
Purple Bike DesignPurple Bike Design
Hamptons Cottage
Hamptons Cottage
Wettling ArchitectsWettling Architects
photo credit: David Gilbert
Heavy Timber Tudor
Heavy Timber Tudor
Luther Paul Weber AIA, ArchitectLuther Paul Weber AIA, Architect
A new Tudor bay added to the front of an existing red brick home using new stone to integrate the base with the existing stone base. Fir windows and cedar trim are stained complementary colors. The darker window color draws out the dark "clinker" bricks. The roof is Certainteed Grand Manor asphalt shingles designed to appear as slate. The gutters and downspouts are copper. The paint of the stucco is Benjamin Moore Exterior low luster in color: “Briarwood”. Hoachlander Davis Photography
127th Street Project
127th Street Project
Tiffany Farha DesignTiffany Farha Design
Newport Beach Ocean Front
Newport Beach Ocean Front
William Guidero Planning and DesignWilliam Guidero Planning and Design
Traditional/ beach contempoary exterior photo chris darnall
Clew bay House
Clew bay House
Dorman ArchitectsDorman Architects
The house overlooks Clew bay
Fulham road
Fulham road
Maxwell & Company ArchitectsMaxwell & Company Architects
Irvine Canyon
Irvine Canyon
Riviera Bronze Mfg.Riviera Bronze Mfg.
Custom steel doors and windows.
Sullivan's Island Pettigrew Street Rear Exterior
Sullivan's Island Pettigrew Street Rear Exterior
Phillip Smith General Contractor, LLCPhillip Smith General Contractor, LLC
Photo by: Tripp Smith
Horizontal Fence, Driveway
Horizontal Fence, Driveway
ODS ArchitectureODS Architecture
The front yard of a home sited off an unique shared street in the East Bay was transformed with elegant Ipe fencing and new sandblasted glass gate and carport walls - the street facing fence has two layers of horizontal fencing inside and outside to give a sense of lightness and depth without sacrificing visual privacy. Photo Credit: J. Michael Tucker
Barn Restoration in Harding Township, New Jersey
Barn Restoration in Harding Township, New Jersey
Arturo Palombo ArchitectureArturo Palombo Architecture
We recently completed the wholesale restoration and renovation of a 150 year old post and beam barn in northern New Jersey. The entire structure was relocated in order to provide 'at-grade' access to an existing pool terrace at the rear, while introducing a new Garage under.
Hilltop Hacienda
Hilltop Hacienda
AlphaStudio Design GroupAlphaStudio Design Group
Centered on seamless transitions of indoor and outdoor living, this open-planned Spanish Ranch style home is situated atop a modest hill overlooking Western San Diego County. The design references a return to historic Rancho Santa Fe style by utilizing a smooth hand troweled stucco finish, heavy timber accents, and clay tile roofing. By accurately identifying the peak view corridors the house is situated on the site in such a way where the public spaces enjoy panoramic valley views, while the master suite and private garden are afforded majestic hillside views. As see in San Diego magazine, November 2011 http://www.sandiegomagazine.com/San-Diego-Magazine/November-2011/Hilltop-Hacienda/ Photos by: Zack Benson
Old Farmhouse Addition
Old Farmhouse Addition
Richard Taylor ArchitectsRichard Taylor Architects

1,479,824 Exterior Design Photos

Your home’s 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 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 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.
GAF Roofing
GAF Roofing
Lindus Construction/Midwest LeafGuardLindus Construction/Midwest LeafGuard
GAF Timberline Shingles Photo Courtesy of GAF
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