Exterior Front Update
Inspiration for a small country one-storey stucco white house exterior in Los Angeles with a shingle roof and a brown roof.

The Estate by Build Prestige Homes

Build Prestige Homes Pty Ltd

The Estate by Build Prestige Homes is a grand acreage property featuring a magnificent, impressively built main residence, pool house, guest house and tennis pavilion all custom designed and quality constructed by Build Prestige Homes, specifically for our wonderful client. Set on 14 acres of private countryside, the result is an impressive, palatial, classic American style estate that is expansive in space, rich in detailing and features glamourous, traditional interior fittings. All of the finishes, selections, features and design detail was specified and carefully selected by Build Prestige Homes in consultation with our client to curate a timeless, relaxed elegance throughout this home and property. Build Prestige Homes oriented and designed the home to ensure the main living area, kitchen, covered alfresco areas and master bedroom benefitted from the warm, beautiful morning sun and ideal aspects of the property. Build Prestige Homes detailed and specified expansive, high quality timber bi-fold doors and windows to take advantage of the property including the views across the manicured grass and gardens facing towards the resort sized pool, guest house and pool house. The guest and pool house are easily accessible by the main residence via a covered walkway, but far enough away to provide privacy. All of the internal and external finishes were selected by Build Prestige Homes to compliment the classic American aesthetic of the home. Natural, granite stone walls was used throughout the landscape design and to external feature walls of the home, pool house fireplace and chimney, property boundary gates and outdoor living areas. Natural limestone floor tiles in a subtle caramel tone were laid in a modular pattern and professionally sealed for a durable, classic, timeless appeal. Clay roof tiles with a flat profile were selected for their simplicity and elegance in a modern slate colour. Linea fibre cement cladding weather board combined with fibre cement accent trims was used on the external walls and around the windows and doors as it provides distinctive charm from the deep shadow of the linea. Custom designed and hand carved arbours with beautiful, classic curved rafters ends was installed off the formal living area and guest house. The quality timber windows and doors have all been painted white and feature traditional style glazing bars to suit the style of home. The Estate has been planned and designed to meet the needs of a growing family across multiple generations who regularly host great family gatherings. As the overall design, liveability, orientation, accessibility, innovative technology and timeless appeal have been considered and maximised, the Estate will be a place for this family to call home for decades to come.

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Curtis White Companies

Large one-storey white exterior in Birmingham with vinyl siding, a gable roof, a shingle roof, a grey roof and board and batten siding.

#819CampusProject

Joe & Sons Build and Design

Modern one-storey stucco white house exterior in Phoenix.

McIntosh Avenue

M House Development

Photo of a country exterior in Chicago.

The Valley Forge Project

Galarde Interiors LLC

This is an example of a transitional one-storey white house exterior in Charlotte.

East Venice

Hamilton Architects

Inspiration for a beach style three-storey black exterior in Los Angeles with concrete fiberboard siding and a gable roof.

Ballard Residence

SHD Landscape Architecture

This is an example of a contemporary multi-coloured house exterior in Seattle with a shed roof.

Houzz Tour: Clover Foundry

McNamara Carpentry Inc.

Design ideas for an exterior.

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User

Modern grey exterior in Nagoya.

Ponte Vedra New Construction

Stewart Lighting

Inspiration for a large contemporary two-storey brick white house exterior in Jacksonville with a gable roof and a shingle roof.

Alameda Residence

AT6 Design Build

Photo of an arts and crafts two-storey grey house exterior in San Francisco with a hip roof and a shingle roof.

Plymouth

Vision Interiors

The Plymouth was designed to fit into the existing architecture vernacular featuring round tapered columns and eyebrow window but with an updated flair in a modern farmhouse finish. This home was designed to fit large groups for entertaining while the size of the spaces can make for intimate family gatherings. The interior pallet is neutral with splashes of blue and green for a classic feel with a modern twist. Off of the foyer you can access the home office wrapped in a two tone grasscloth and a built in bookshelf wall finished in dark brown. Moving through to the main living space are the open concept kitchen, dining and living rooms where the classic pallet is carried through in neutral gray surfaces with splashes of blue as an accent. The plan was designed for a growing family with 4 bedrooms on the upper level, including the master. The Plymouth features an additional bedroom and full bathroom as well as a living room and full bar for entertaining. Photographer: Ashley Avila Photography Interior Design: Vision Interiors by Visbeen Builder: Joel Peterson Homes

York Wheelchair Accessible Home

DJB Photography

Damian James Bramley, DJB Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary exterior in Other.

Front Exterior

Ferreira Inc

Exterior shot of Spanish Bungalow Photo Credit: Old Adobe Studios
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean two-storey stucco white house exterior in San Luis Obispo with a gable roof and a tile roof.

Glen Ellen, CA

Cassandra Crain Design, LLC

Photo of an expansive country two-storey house exterior in San Francisco.

Calle Tuberia 2

Rafterhouse

Design ideas for a large country one-storey white house exterior in Phoenix with wood siding and a shingle roof.

Waterfront Regency Transitional

Pasquale Design Associates, Inc.

This custom home architecture was developed by Alvarez New Concepts Builders in Tampa, Florida. Pasquale Design was hired to provide complete interior design, specification, and procurement services. We consulted on interior space planning and assisted the clients with all interior finish and material selections to include bathroom tile designs, kitchen design, custom cabinetry, ceiling details, plumbing and appliance selections, and flooring designs. Pasquale Design also provided decoration services to include selections and concept for all rooms in the home. The home has many custom details such as custom millwork, custom bedding, window treatments, furniture, and lighting. We worked very closely with our clients honing in on their personal style and love for color and texture. They wanted a home that was elegant and glamorous yet comfortable and low maintenance. All fabrics and material finishes were carefully selected to allow for easy cleaning and durability. We assisted in all art and accessories.

Zweifamilienhaus Raeren

bernward sutmann architekt

Dieses Wohnhaus, geplant als Niedrigenergie- Gebäude in Massivbauweise, gliedert sich in zwei Wohneinheiten. Beide Geschosse erhalten zur Gartenseite eine überdachte Terrasse. Bedingt durch die Hanglage des Baugrundstücks kann die Garage in das Untergeschoss verlegt werden. Eine Holzschalung ergänzt die in den Putzflächen der Fassaden. Das Gebäude wird mit einer kontrollierten Lüftungsanlage mit Wärmerückgewinnung und einer Luft-/ Wasser Wärmepumpe ausgestattet, das Hauptdach erhält eine Photovoltaikanlage.

Clopay - Grand Harbor Collection

Enid Overhead Door

This is an example of an arts and crafts exterior in Oklahoma City.

Exterior Design Ideas

The front exterior of your home – the driveway, front yard, verandah and entrance – is a fantastic place to start making that all-important first impression on house guests. Even mailboxes and house numbers can have a wonderful way of grabbing people’s attention. The architectural design should reflect the overall style of your house and the family that live there; while your choice of materials will help your house blend in with its surrounds. Browse the photos on Houzz for ideas and inspiration for the exterior of your house, and strike up a conversation with the architects and designers of your favourite picks. You’ll find house designs for contemporary, eclectic, modern, traditional styles and more.

How do I decide on the exterior style 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 ocean, 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.

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 cladding 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 siding 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. And if you're looking to sell your house, it may be worth hiring a stylist to help make the most of your property.