Traditional Yellow House Exterior Ideas and Designs
Hoffman Grayson Architects LLPOriginally, 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
Regarding DesignSumptuous spaces are created throughout the house with the use of dark, moody colors, elegant upholstery with bespoke trim details, unique wall coverings, and natural stone with lots of movement.
The mix of print, pattern, and artwork creates a modern twist on traditional design.
LAND DEVELOPMENT AND BUILDING, LLCThe Betty at Inglenook’s Pocket Neighborhoods is an open two-bedroom Cottage-style Home that facilitates everyday living on a single level. High ceilings in the kitchen, family room and dining nook make this a bright and enjoyable space for your morning coffee, cooking a gourmet dinner, or entertaining guests. Whether it’s the Betty Sue or a Betty Lou, the Betty plans are tailored to maximize the way we live.
Beck Builders, Inc.Featuring a spectacular view of the Bitterroot Mountains, this home is custom-tailored to meet the needs of our client and their growing family. On the main floor, the white oak floors integrate the great room, kitchen, and dining room to make up a grand living space. The lower level contains the family/entertainment room, additional bedrooms, and additional spaces that will be available for the homeowners to adapt as needed in the future.
Photography by Flori Engbrecht
Moore Architects, PCThe Cleveland Park neighborhood of Washington, D.C boasts some of the most beautiful and well maintained bungalows of the late 19th century. Residential streets are distinguished by the most significant craftsman icon, the front porch.
Porter Street Bungalow was different. The stucco walls on the right and left side elevations were the first indication of an original bungalow form. Yet the swooping roof, so characteristic of the period, was terminated at the front by a first floor enclosure that had almost no penetrations and presented an unwelcoming face. Original timber beams buried within the enclosed mass provided the
only fenestration where they nudged through. The house,
known affectionately as ‘the bunker’, was in serious need of
a significant renovation and restoration.
A young couple purchased the house over 10 years ago as
a first home. As their family grew and professional lives
matured the inadequacies of the small rooms and out of date systems had to be addressed. The program called to significantly enlarge the house with a major new rear addition. The completed house had to fulfill all of the requirements of a modern house: a reconfigured larger living room, new shared kitchen and breakfast room and large family room on the first floor and three modified bedrooms and master suite on the second floor.
Front photo by Hoachlander Davis Photography.
All other photos by Prakash Patel.
Kathryn Tegreene Interior DesignThis hundred year old house just oozes with charm.
Photographer: John Wilbanks, Interior Designer: Kathryn Tegreene Interior Design
Julie SullivanThis historic home in Eastport section of Annapolis has a three color scheme. The red door and shutter color provides the pop against the tan siding. The porch floor is painted black with white trim.
Hoffman Weber ConstructionPrefinished, color-matched aluminum flashing above the knee wall capstones will never peel or streak the stone like galvanized flashing. (Photo by Patrick O'Loughlin, Content Craftsmen)
Traditional Yellow House Exterior Ideas and Designs
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