The transformation of this ranch-style home in Carlsbad, CA, exemplifies a perfect blend of preserving the charm of its 1940s origins while infusing modern elements to create a unique and inviting space. By incorporating the clients' love for pottery and natural woods, the redesign pays homage to these preferences while enhancing the overall aesthetic appeal and functionality of the home. From building new decks and railings, surf showers, a reface of the home, custom light up address signs from GR Designs Line, and more custom elements to make this charming home pop. The redesign carefully retains the distinctive characteristics of the 1940s style, such as architectural elements, layout, and overall ambiance. This preservation ensures that the home maintains its historical charm and authenticity while undergoing a modern transformation. To infuse a contemporary flair into the design, modern elements are strategically introduced. These modern twists add freshness and relevance to the space while complementing the existing architectural features. This balanced approach creates a harmonious blend of old and new, offering a timeless appeal. The design concept revolves around the clients' passion for pottery and natural woods. These elements serve as focal points throughout the home, lending a sense of warmth, texture, and earthiness to the interior spaces. By integrating pottery-inspired accents and showcasing the beauty of natural wood grains, the design celebrates the clients' interests and preferences. A key highlight of the redesign is the use of custom-made tile from Japan, reminiscent of beautifully glazed pottery. This bespoke tile adds a touch of artistry and craftsmanship to the home, elevating its visual appeal and creating a unique focal point. Additionally, fabrics that evoke the elements of the ocean further enhance the connection with the surrounding natural environment, fostering a serene and tranquil atmosphere indoors. The overall design concept aims to evoke a warm, lived-in feeling, inviting occupants and guests to relax and unwind. By incorporating elements that resonate with the clients' personal tastes and preferences, the home becomes more than just a living space—it becomes a reflection of their lifestyle, interests, and identity. In summary, the redesign of this ranch-style home in Carlsbad, CA, successfully merges the charm of its 1940s origins with modern elements, creating a space that is both timeless and distinctive. Through careful attention to detail, thoughtful selection of materials, rebuilding of elements outside to add character, and a focus on personalization, the home embodies a warm, inviting atmosphere that celebrates the clients' passions and enhances their everyday living experience. This project is on the same property as the Carlsbad Cottage and is a great journey of new and old. Redesign of the kitchen, bedrooms, and common spaces, custom-made tile, appliances from GE Monogram Cafe, bedroom window treatments custom from GR Designs Line, Lighting and Custom Address Signs from GR Designs Line, Custom Surf Shower, and more.

Ravalement de Façade

Couleurs De Jade

Réalisation d'un ravalement de façade d'une maison donnant dans une intersection de deux rues. Le choix de finition c'est porter sur un revêtement semi-épais perméable à la vapeur d'eau laissant respirer le support et résistant l'apparition de fissure. Nos clients ont optés pour une magnique teinte Jaune donnant un esprit méditerranéen.

Californian bungalow refurbishment

Atlas Architects

The external facade of the existing building is refurbished and repainted to refresh the house appearance. A new carport is added in the same architectural style and blends in with the existing fabric.

Maison FP l Rénovation énergétique en bois et acier noir.

Atelier Ose

Redonner à la façade côté jardin une dimension domestique était l’un des principaux enjeux de ce projet, qui avait déjà fait l’objet d’une première extension. Il s’agissait également de réaliser des travaux de rénovation énergétique comprenant l’isolation par l’extérieur de toute la partie Est de l’habitation. Les tasseaux de bois donnent à la partie basse un aspect chaleureux, tandis que des ouvertures en aluminium anthracite, dont le rythme resserré affirme un style industriel rappelant l’ancienne véranda, donnent sur une grande terrasse en béton brut au rez-de-chaussée. En partie supérieure, le bardage horizontal en tôle nervurée anthracite vient contraster avec le bois, tout en résonnant avec la teinte des menuiseries. Grâce à l’accord entre les matières et à la subdivision de cette façade en deux langages distincts, l’effet de verticalité est estompé, instituant ainsi une nouvelle échelle plus intimiste et accueillante.

The Downing

Yankee Barn Homes

The Downing barn home front exterior. Jason Bleecher Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized country two-storey grey house exterior in Burlington with a gable roof, a metal roof, mixed siding and a red roof.

15 Boxthorn

Christina Ford - Realtor

Photo of a large mediterranean two-storey stucco pink house exterior in Orange County with a butterfly roof, a tile roof and a red roof.

Southern Style Back Porch and Exterior

Allison Ramsey Architects

Design ideas for a country two-storey beige house exterior in Atlanta with a hip roof, a metal roof and a red roof.

Monterey

Paso Robles Landscaping

Front landscaping in Monterey, CA with hand cut Carmel stone on outside of custom home, paver driveway, custom fencing and entry way.
Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style two-storey stucco beige house exterior in San Luis Obispo with a hip roof, a tile roof and a red roof.

Gartenseite mit Panorama-Anbau

Sven Wiebe Architekten

This is an example of a mid-sized modern stucco black townhouse exterior in Munich with four or more storeys, a gable roof, a tile roof and a red roof.

Exterior tlc in Cobham KT11 by www.midecor.co.uk

Mi Decor

Big exterior repair and tlc work in Cobham Kt11 commissioned by www.midecor.co.uk - work done mainly from ladder due to vast elements around home. Dust free sanded, primed and decorated by hand painting skill. Fully protected and bespoke finish provided.

Glasslyn Project

Narrative Ltd

Design ideas for a large traditional three-storey brick red duplex exterior in London with a gable roof, a tile roof and a red roof.

Westley – Bury St Edmunds – Suffolk - Phase 1 Completed, Happy Family Living!

Free Spirit Architectural Design

The existing garage and passage has been successfully converted into a family / multi-use room and home office with W.C. Bi folding doors allow the space to be opened up into the gardens. The garage door opening has been retained and adapted to form a feature brick bay window with window seat to the home office, creating a serene workspace.

Moroccan Villa in Santa Barbara

Maraya Interior Design

New Moroccan Villa on the Santa Barbara Riviera, overlooking the Pacific ocean and the city. In this terra cotta and deep blue home, we used natural stone mosaics and glass mosaics, along with custom carved stone columns. Every room is colorful with deep, rich colors. In the master bath we used blue stone mosaics on the groin vaulted ceiling of the shower. All the lighting was designed and made in Marrakesh, as were many furniture pieces. The entry black and white columns are also imported from Morocco. We also designed the carved doors and had them made in Marrakesh. Cabinetry doors we designed were carved in Canada. The carved plaster molding were made especially for us, and all was shipped in a large container (just before covid-19 hit the shipping world!) Thank you to our wonderful craftsman and enthusiastic vendors! Project designed by Maraya Interior Design. From their beautiful resort town of Ojai, they serve clients in Montecito, Hope Ranch, Santa Ynez, Malibu and Calabasas, across the tri-county area of Santa Barbara, Ventura and Los Angeles, south to Hidden Hills and Calabasas. Architecture by Thomas Ochsner in Santa Barbara, CA

Award Winning Remodel - 1st Place Global Kitchen Design Competition

Leicht San Diego

This is an example of a mediterranean two-storey beige house exterior in San Diego with stone veneer, a gable roof, a tile roof and a red roof.

Isle of Palms Beach House

HEIDI WALKER INTERIOR DESIGN

Walter Elliott Photography
Design ideas for a large beach style three-storey beige house exterior in Charleston with concrete fiberboard siding, a hip roof, a metal roof and a red roof.

Parkland Estates 2014

Hittmeier Design Consultants

Parkland Estates New Mediterranean RIMO PHOTO LLC - Rich Montalbano
Design ideas for a large mediterranean two-storey stucco white house exterior in Tampa with a hip roof, a tile roof and a red roof.

Stapleton Parade House

KGA Studio Architects, PC

Design ideas for a large country two-storey white house exterior in Denver with wood siding, a gable roof, a mixed roof and a red roof.

3 Massivholzhäuser in Benediktbeuern

Sven Wiebe Architekten

Galerieebene im Zweifamilienhaus mit zweigeschossigem Wohn- und Kochbereich. Ein Dachflächenfenster belichtet die Galerie.
Design ideas for a large contemporary three-storey house exterior in Munich with wood siding, a gable roof, a tile roof, a red roof and clapboard siding.

New Spanish Traditional

Koffka Phakos Design

Mid-sized mediterranean two-storey stucco white house exterior in Los Angeles with a tile roof and a red roof.

Shady Canyon New Construction

DLB Designs

This is an example of a mediterranean two-storey white house exterior in Cedar Rapids with a hip roof, a tile roof and a red roof.

Exterior Design Ideas with a Red Roof

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.