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W. J. FORBES HOUSE c.1900 | N SPRING ST [reno].
W. J. FORBES HOUSE c.1900 | N SPRING ST [reno].
Omega Construction and Design, Inc.Omega Construction and Design, Inc.
New Peninsula Residence
New Peninsula Residence
Kaplan Architects, AIAKaplan Architects, AIA
Kaplan Architects, AIA Location: Redwood City , CA, USA Front entry fence and gate to new residence at street level with cedar siding.
Feng Shui Paint Scheme: Red Door
Feng Shui Paint Scheme: Red Door
Jennifer A. Emmer/Feng Shui StyleJennifer A. Emmer/Feng Shui Style
We painted the exterior of this home in Saratoga, CA. It was built in 1947 and had a traditional feel to it. We went with a cheery yellow (Glidden "Jonquil"). We painted the front door Benjamin Moore "Heritage Red", and the trim Behr "Divine Pleasure". We also used Benjamin Moore "Chrome Green" to outline the windows. The colors we chose pumped up the Feng Shui for the clients. The home faced South (Fire/Fame), so painting the front door red pumped up the reputation of the owners. See the photos for more information. Photo: Jennifer A. Emmer
Cape Coral Mirrored Wine Feature
Cape Coral Mirrored Wine Feature
Genuwine CellarsGenuwine Cellars
Mirrored wine closet in a PGI Homes showhome using our tension cable floor to ceiling racking called the RING System. Bottles appear to be floating as they are held up by this very contemporary wine rack using metal Rings suspended with aircraft tension cable.
Fairway Drive
Fairway Drive
Berglund ArchitectsBerglund Architects
Ric Stovall
Chen Residence
Chen Residence
Ronald ChangRonald Chang
Photographed by Ronald Chang
Lookout Pointe Apartments
Lookout Pointe Apartments
ROI ByDesignROI ByDesign
Multifamily Exterior Design, Apartment Exterior with White Brick and Black Metal Mansard Roofs and black metal railings, Pool Deck Amenity Space, Modern Apartment Design, ROI ByDesign
Changing the Color of Stone Veneer
Changing the Color of Stone Veneer
Exact Match Masonry Staining, LLCExact Match Masonry Staining, LLC
Matthew T. Gill, VP Operations, Exact Match Masonry Staining, LLC Matthew T. Gill, VP Operations, Exact Match Masonry Staining, LLC A stunning and spacious custom stone home's color was damaged by loose clay soil during the construction process. While landscaping surrounds the stone so that no further issues will occur, the damage done was impossible to reverse safely with cleaning. Stone veneer cannot be pressure washed or chemically washed without damaging it. A safe rinse with water or soft brush did not help. Stone Veneer manufacturers rely on and refer their clients to Exact Match because we are the only industry approved method for as permanent color correction for stone. Whether stone needs to be corrected lighter or darker, we can help you change or restore the color of your home while keeping the same, natural appearance you would expect for high-end custom stone. Call, email or visit our site today for a no cost quote or ask us questions, we're here to help!
Exterior of house
Exterior of house
FineCraft Contractors, Inc.FineCraft Contractors, Inc.
Whole house renovation that Finecraft Contractors, Inc. did. GTM Architects kenwyner Photography
Shedhorn Ranch
Shedhorn Ranch
Yellowstone Custom Country HomesYellowstone Custom Country Homes
The Pink House
The Pink House
Martha's Vineyard Construction Co., Inc.Martha's Vineyard Construction Co., Inc.
Exterior of Back Entrance
Lake Wendouree House
Lake Wendouree House
de.archde.arch
Front yard
Lifestyle photos or 5 Acre Estate & Horse Ranch
Lifestyle photos or 5 Acre Estate & Horse Ranch
Jim McDonnell -Real Estate & Architectural PhotosJim McDonnell -Real Estate & Architectural Photos
Jim McDonnell - Real Estate & Architectural Photography
Orange County Project
Orange County Project
Panoramic DoorsPanoramic Doors
Panoramic Doors offer a perfect solution to outdoor-indoor living. Our independent moving panels give you freedom that no other door can. You control how many panels you have open at any given time, allowing for customized air flow. Visit www.panoramicdoors.com for an instant quote today!
4 Season Sunroom - Groton, MA
4 Season Sunroom - Groton, MA
Morgan ExteriorsMorgan Exteriors
Palencia Paver Excellence
Palencia Paver Excellence
Randy & Ray's LLCRandy & Ray's LLC
The paver driveway and porte cochere connects this wonderful Palencia home to its 3-car garage and apartment. Photo: Debbie Sanders
Le premier restaurant Mon Concept Habitation - Projet Meet
Le premier restaurant Mon Concept Habitation - Projet Meet
Mon Concept HabitationMon Concept Habitation
Voici Meet, le restaurant créé pour rassasier les spectateurs de La Défense Arena. Il s'agit d'une construction from scratch, il n'y avait rien à cet emplacement à part : une dalle brute ! ⁠ Ce chantier a été un véritable challenge; que ce soit les luminaires circulaires à poser, la menuiserie entièrement faite maison ou encore le terrazzo coulé de @terrazzo_mineralartconcept .⁠
Stained Concrete: Driveway, Pool Deck, Patio, Sidewalks.
Stained Concrete: Driveway, Pool Deck, Patio, Sidewalks.
Seaside Surfaces LLCSeaside Surfaces LLC
Christopher Hill
Modern Exterior
Modern Exterior
W. J. FORBES HOUSE c.1900 | N SPRING ST [reno].
W. J. FORBES HOUSE c.1900 | N SPRING ST [reno].
Omega Construction and Design, Inc.Omega Construction and Design, Inc.
Greg Riegler

Affordable Expansive House Exterior Ideas and Designs

With so much attention devoted to interior design, the exterior of a home can often get overlooked, but as the first thing that welcomes both us and our guests, it is worth devoting some time tending to the outside of your house. Furthermore, focusing on the kerb appeal of your home can add significant value if and when it comes time to sell up. Georgian, Edwardian and Victorian homes, with their bay windows and elegant plasterwork, often benefit from built in architecture advantages, but even if your house design is unassuming from the outside, small decorative and structural improvements to the exterior of your home can equal huge impact. Key areas of building design to focus on are the front door, the driveway or approach to your home, the porch area, the windows, the facade and the roof. And just a note of caution... before any significant exterior architecture gets under way, check first whether you need planning permission for your exterior house designs– this applies particularly to listed houses or buildings in a conservation area, but it’s better to be safe than sorry. Take a look through the house designs, exterior architecture and images of front doors and driveways on Houzz to inspire your facade or building design, or read on for a few more pointers when it comes to redesigning your exterior.

How do I give my home an exterior facelift?

You may feel like your home’s exterior architecture is unalterable but there are a wide range of options available to improve its external building design, no matter what raw materials you begin with. Begin with the front door and the pathway or driveway that lead up to your home as these are easy to improve without huge budgets. A driveway or pathway must be kept neat and tidy and you can consider replacing tarmac with attractive tiles or gravel. Repainting or replacing the fence, wall or gate that fronts your home can also offer an overnight transformation without breaking the bank. An area to not cut corners however is the front door, where spending a little extra can make a huge difference in quality, and painting it in a colour you love will pay you back every time it welcomes you home! Updating your windows can be a significant building design project but it is one that has benefits both inside and out, as well as potentially saving you money on energy later. If you are lucky enough to have period windows such as bay windows with sash or leaded windows, then maintaining them should be a top priority, but if they are beyond repair then there are plenty of window professionals that will offer modern, double or triple glazed equivalents that could still work in your bay window. Working with uPVC? Not a problem – the best improvement you can make is to ensure your windows are the right size and shape for your home's overall proportions.

How do I update my home’s facade?

When it comes to updating the facade of your home, painting is the quickest and most affordable way to achieve a makeover, and if you opt for a colour other than white it can really make a statement (although sticking within the palette of your road and local area is advisable). A makeover that requires a bit more patience but can add romance and character to the most mundane of homes is to adorn the walls with climbing plants – delicate trailing wisteria is ever a British favourite, whilst roses and jasmine offer fragrance as well as beauty. If you’re looking to make more significant changes to the exterior of your home, whether that is adding timber cladding, hanging tiles, installing a bay window or rendering, then you should first check whether your house designs require planning permission. A New England style wood boarded home is beautiful and bright, but remember that it will need frequent repainting if it is going to stay looking its best, whilst stucco render or Tyrolean render can tidy up a home's exterior but think carefully before covering over original brickwork.

What should I consider if building a home from scratch?

If you’re working with an architect on a brand new build, the options are endless when it comes to deciding on the exterior architecture. But first things first, you will need to check planning permissions, building regulations and local restrictions, such as being in a conservation area, to make sure your plans for your exterior house designs will meet stipulations. If you are building in a street with predominantly Victorian facades, with bay windows and side returns, you might need to ensure your house designs fit in with the rest of the homes on the street, but if you’re building in a more remote area you’ll probably have more freedom for your building design. There are many 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 wood 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 house designs.
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