Exterior Design Ideas
We Love Plants - Garden Design by Nic HowardPhoto of a traditional two-storey white house exterior in Surrey with a gable roof, a shingle roof and a red roof.
Gracious Home InteriorsGreen grass in the backyard of this new construction home in an updated neighborhood of Charlotte, NC
Design ideas for a transitional two-storey white house exterior in Charlotte with mixed siding, a shingle roof and a black roof.
Design ideas for a transitional two-storey white house exterior in Charlotte with mixed siding, a shingle roof and a black roof.
Alco Products IncJames Hardie Sierra 8 Siding
Marvin Elevate Windows
Photo of an exterior in DC Metro.
Photo of an exterior in DC Metro.
Water StudioThis substantial 7 ft. diameter custom black granite bowl fountain celebrates the motor court arrival experience of a private Beverly Hills estate. Circular laminar sheets of water overflow from the central nozzle into a bed of Mexican river rocks. Underwater white LEDs lights illuminate the falling water to create an additional visual display in the evening.
Flavin ArchitectsCedar Cove Modern benefits from its integration into the landscape. The house is set back from Lake Webster to preserve an existing stand of broadleaf trees that filter the low western sun that sets over the lake. Its split-level design follows the gentle grade of the surrounding slope. The L-shape of the house forms a protected garden entryway in the area of the house facing away from the lake while a two-story stone wall marks the entry and continues through the width of the house, leading the eye to a rear terrace. This terrace has a spectacular view aided by the structure’s smart positioning in relationship to Lake Webster.
The interior spaces are also organized to prioritize views of the lake. The living room looks out over the stone terrace at the rear of the house. The bisecting stone wall forms the fireplace in the living room and visually separates the two-story bedroom wing from the active spaces of the house. The screen porch, a staple of our modern house designs, flanks the terrace. Viewed from the lake, the house accentuates the contours of the land, while the clerestory window above the living room emits a soft glow through the canopy of preserved trees.
EASA ArchitectureOutdoor covered porch, outdoor kitchen, pergola, and outdoor fireplace.
Photo of an expansive traditional two-storey stucco white house exterior in San Francisco with a gable roof, a shingle roof and a grey roof.
Photo of an expansive traditional two-storey stucco white house exterior in San Francisco with a gable roof, a shingle roof and a grey roof.
Chapman Design Group, Inc.Originally built in 1990 the Heady Lakehouse began as a 2,800SF family retreat and now encompasses over 5,635SF. It is located on a steep yet welcoming lot overlooking a cove on Lake Hartwell that pulls you in through retaining walls wrapped with White Brick into a courtyard laid with concrete pavers in an Ashlar Pattern. This whole home renovation allowed us the opportunity to completely enhance the exterior of the home with all new LP Smartside painted with Amherst Gray with trim to match the Quaker new bone white windows for a subtle contrast. You enter the home under a vaulted tongue and groove white washed ceiling facing an entry door surrounded by White brick.
Once inside you’re encompassed by an abundance of natural light flooding in from across the living area from the 9’ triple door with transom windows above. As you make your way into the living area the ceiling opens up to a coffered ceiling which plays off of the 42” fireplace that is situated perpendicular to the dining area. The open layout provides a view into the kitchen as well as the sunroom with floor to ceiling windows boasting panoramic views of the lake. Looking back you see the elegant touches to the kitchen with Quartzite tops, all brass hardware to match the lighting throughout, and a large 4’x8’ Santorini Blue painted island with turned legs to provide a note of color.
The owner’s suite is situated separate to one side of the home allowing a quiet retreat for the homeowners. Details such as the nickel gap accented bed wall, brass wall mounted bed-side lamps, and a large triple window complete the bedroom. Access to the study through the master bedroom further enhances the idea of a private space for the owners to work. It’s bathroom features clean white vanities with Quartz counter tops, brass hardware and fixtures, an obscure glass enclosed shower with natural light, and a separate toilet room.
The left side of the home received the largest addition which included a new over-sized 3 bay garage with a dog washing shower, a new side entry with stair to the upper and a new laundry room. Over these areas, the stair will lead you to two new guest suites featuring a Jack & Jill Bathroom and their own Lounging and Play Area.
The focal point for entertainment is the lower level which features a bar and seating area. Opposite the bar you walk out on the concrete pavers to a covered outdoor kitchen feature a 48” grill, Large Big Green Egg smoker, 30” Diameter Evo Flat-top Grill, and a sink all surrounded by granite countertops that sit atop a white brick base with stainless steel access doors. The kitchen overlooks a 60” gas fire pit that sits adjacent to a custom gunite eight sided hot tub with travertine coping that looks out to the lake. This elegant and timeless approach to this 5,000SF three level addition and renovation allowed the owner to add multiple sleeping and entertainment areas while rejuvenating a beautiful lake front lot with subtle contrasting colors.
Buildmax House PlansBarndominium shop house design. BuildMax custom designs Shouses and barndominiums from scratch.
Inspiration for a country exterior in Louisville.
Inspiration for a country exterior in Louisville.
Forte Building Group, LLCLarge country two-storey white house exterior in Nashville with mixed siding, a gable roof, a mixed roof, a grey roof and board and batten siding.
Metropolis Drafting and Construction IncIn the quite streets of southern Studio city a new, cozy and sub bathed bungalow was designed and built by us.
The white stucco with the blue entrance doors (blue will be a color that resonated throughout the project) work well with the modern sconce lights.
Inside you will find larger than normal kitchen for an ADU due to the smart L-shape design with extra compact appliances.
The roof is vaulted hip roof (4 different slopes rising to the center) with a nice decorative white beam cutting through the space.
The bathroom boasts a large shower and a compact vanity unit.
Everything that a guest or a renter will need in a simple yet well designed and decorated garage conversion.
LiLu InteriorsUp North lakeside living all year round. An outdoor lifestyle—and don’t forget the dog. Windows cracked every night for fresh air and woodland sounds. Art and artifacts to display and appreciate. Spaces for reading. Love of a turquoise blue. LiLu Interiors helped a cultured, outdoorsy couple create their year-round home near Lutsen as a place of live, work, and retreat, using inviting materials, detailing, and décor that say “Welcome,” muddy paws or not.
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Project designed by Minneapolis interior design studio LiLu Interiors. They serve the Minneapolis-St. Paul area including Wayzata, Edina, and Rochester, and they travel to the far-flung destinations that their upscale clientele own second homes in.
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Techo-BlocThis beautiful stone fire pit was inspired by our Raffinato Collection. The smooth look of the Raffinato retaining wall brings modern elegance to your tailored spaces. This contemporary double-sided retaining wall is offered in an array of modern colours. To complete this fire pit design, the designer added our Raffinato wall caps, which can also be used as step treads on your outdoor steps or around pools as your modern pool coping option!
Discover the Raffinato collection here: https://www.techo-bloc.com/shop/walls/raffinato-smooth
Fairview Custom HomesMid-sized contemporary three-storey brown house exterior in Other with wood siding, a gable roof, a metal roof, clapboard siding and a black roof.
Fairview Custom HomesModern Contrast Exterior, White Brick
This is an example of a contemporary two-storey brick white house exterior in Other with a gable roof, a metal roof and a black roof.
This is an example of a contemporary two-storey brick white house exterior in Other with a gable roof, a metal roof and a black roof.
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