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

Tom Crane
Inspiration for a mid-sized country two-storey brown exterior in Philadelphia with mixed siding, a mixed roof and a red roof.

Woodthorpe Lane

Acumen Designers & Architects

A tasteful side extension to a 1930s period property. The extension was designed to add symmetry to the massing of the existing house.
This is an example of a mid-sized arts and crafts two-storey brick red house exterior in Other with a hip roof, a tile roof and a red roof.

Periscope House

Mihaly Slocombe

Periscope House draws light into a young family’s home, adding thoughtful solutions and flexible spaces to 1950s Art Deco foundations. Our clients engaged us to undertake a considered extension to their character-rich home in Malvern East. They wanted to celebrate their home’s history while adapting it to the needs of their family, and future-proofing it for decades to come. The extension’s form meets with and continues the existing roofline, politely emerging at the rear of the house. The tones of the original white render and red brick are reflected in the extension, informing its white Colorbond exterior and selective pops of red throughout. Inside, the original home’s layout has been reimagined to better suit a growing family. Once closed-in formal dining and lounge rooms were converted into children’s bedrooms, supplementing the main bedroom and a versatile fourth room. Grouping these rooms together has created a subtle definition of zones: private spaces are nestled to the front, while the rear extension opens up to shared living areas. A tailored response to the site, the extension’s ground floor addresses the western back garden, and first floor (AKA the periscope) faces the northern sun. Sitting above the open plan living areas, the periscope is a mezzanine that nimbly sidesteps the harsh afternoon light synonymous with a western facing back yard. It features a solid wall to the west and a glass wall to the north, emulating the rotation of a periscope to draw gentle light into the extension. Beneath the mezzanine, the kitchen, dining, living and outdoor spaces effortlessly overlap. Also accessible via an informal back door for friends and family, this generous communal area provides our clients with the functionality, spatial cohesion and connection to the outdoors they were missing. Melding modern and heritage elements, Periscope House honours the history of our clients’ home while creating light-filled shared spaces – all through a periscopic lens that opens the home to the garden.

Haliburton Retreat

Imagine Inc — Home & Commercial Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized country three-storey black house exterior in Toronto with mixed siding, a gable roof, a metal roof, a red roof and clapboard siding.

Villa e B&B Sardegna

Architetto Stefano Bianco

Progetto di una villa con B&B
Mid-sized mediterranean one-storey white house exterior in Other with a gable roof, a tile roof and a red roof.

Rear exterior of oak framed home

Oakwrights

This is an example of a mid-sized two-storey house exterior in Hampshire with wood siding, a gable roof, a tile roof, a red roof and board and batten siding.

La Paloma

Jay Andre Construction, Inc.

Mid-sized mediterranean one-storey stucco white house exterior in San Francisco with a gable roof, a tile roof and a red roof.

Modern Revival

Made To Last Custom Homes Ltd.

Our client fell in love with the original 80s style of this house. However, no part of it had been updated since it was built in 1981. Both the style and structure of the home needed to be drastically updated to turn this house into our client’s dream modern home. We are also excited to announce that this renovation has transformed this 80s house into a multiple award-winning home, including a major award for Renovator of the Year from the Vancouver Island Building Excellence Awards. The original layout for this home was certainly unique. In addition, there was wall-to-wall carpeting (even in the bathroom!) and a poorly maintained exterior. There were several goals for the Modern Revival home. A new covered parking area, a more appropriate front entry, and a revised layout were all necessary. Therefore, it needed to have square footage added on as well as a complete interior renovation. One of the client’s key goals was to revive the modern 80s style that she grew up loving. Alfresco Living Design and A. Willie Design worked with Made to Last to help the client find creative solutions to their goals.

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.

Outdoor spaces--decks; boat docks

Southern Image Design Builders

Photo of a mid-sized transitional two-storey grey house exterior in DC Metro with a metal roof, a red roof and clapboard siding.

Modern Farmhouse Rebuild

Douglah Designs

This Lafayette, California, modern farmhouse is all about laid-back luxury. Designed for warmth and comfort, the home invites a sense of ease, transforming it into a welcoming haven for family gatherings and events. The backyard oasis beckons with its inviting ambience, providing ample space for relaxation and cozy gatherings. A perfect retreat for enjoying outdoor moments in comfort. Project by Douglah Designs. Their Lafayette-based design-build studio serves San Francisco's East Bay areas, including Orinda, Moraga, Walnut Creek, Danville, Alamo Oaks, Diablo, Dublin, Pleasanton, Berkeley, Oakland, and Piedmont. For more about Douglah Designs, click here: http://douglahdesigns.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://douglahdesigns.com/featured-portfolio/lafayette-modern-farmhouse-rebuild/

Modern Classic Style

I For Style

This mid-century modern house was built in the 1950's. The curved front porch and soffit together with the wrought iron balustrade and column are typical of this era. The fresh, mid-grey paint colour palette have given the exterior a new lease of life, cleverly playing up its best features.

Blenheim Additions

Architelle Architecture & Interior Design

The pool, previously enclosed, has been opened up and integrated into the rear garden landscape and outdoor entertaining areas. The rear areas of the home have been reconstructed to and now include a new first floor addition that is designed to respect the character of the original house and its location within a heritage conservation area.

Prestigiosa dimora in legno

Woodbau Srl

Rivestimento in legno e pietra per questa prestigiosa dimora a due passi dalle colline del Prosecco. La casa in legno è impostata garantendo degli ampi portici su tutti i fronti, per permettere angoli di relax alla famiglia, e una protezione dal cocente caldo estivo. L’abitazione in legno si sviluppa prevalentemente al piano terra, prevedendo una scala interna per l’accesso alle camere nella zona notte al piano primo. I serramenti sono moderni e al tempo stesso eleganti, con una finitura laccato bianco sia interna che esterna, compresi di sistemi di ombreggiamento con tende oscuranti motorizzate nella zona giorno ed oscuri in legno nella parte notte. La casa è altamente isolata sia dal punto di vista termico invernale che termico estivo grazie a un cappotto di 16 cm in fibra di legno, che mantiene l’ambiente interno ad una temperatura controllata tutto l’anno e riduce l’impatto dei rumori esterni, che possono influire negativamente sulla qualità di vita all’interno della casa. Dal punto di vista impiantistico, l’abitazione raggiunge la quasi autosufficienza energetica grazie alla presenza di un impianto fotovoltaico, moduli di solare termico, riscaldamento a pavimento e una unità di ventilazione meccanica controllata per la qualità dell’aria interna.

Maison Traditionnelle - 135m²

Grand Construction

Maison contemporaine au style provençal. La pièce de vie donne sur une terrasse couverte afin de profiter de l'espace jardin.
Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean two-storey concrete beige house exterior in Toulouse with a gable roof, a tile roof and a red roof.

Equestrian Estate Staging in Penryn

Heather's Houses

Beautiful Custom Mediterranean Staging
Inspiration for a mid-sized mediterranean two-storey stucco orange house exterior in Sacramento with a hip roof and a red roof.

CRYSTAL COVE, NEWPORT

Kristin Lam Interiors

Coastal Contemporary Modern Mediterranean
Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style two-storey stucco white house exterior in San Diego with a tile roof and a red roof.

Rear Extension

Built Works

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary two-storey brick yellow duplex exterior in London with a gable roof, a tile roof and a red roof.

Modern Farmhouse Rebuild

Douglah Designs

This Lafayette, California, modern farmhouse is all about laid-back luxury. Designed for warmth and comfort, the home invites a sense of ease, transforming it into a welcoming haven for family gatherings and events. The home exudes curb appeal with its clean lines and inviting facade, seamlessly blending contemporary design with classic charm for a timeless and welcoming exterior. Project by Douglah Designs. Their Lafayette-based design-build studio serves San Francisco's East Bay areas, including Orinda, Moraga, Walnut Creek, Danville, Alamo Oaks, Diablo, Dublin, Pleasanton, Berkeley, Oakland, and Piedmont. For more about Douglah Designs, click here: http://douglahdesigns.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://douglahdesigns.com/featured-portfolio/lafayette-modern-farmhouse-rebuild/

Mid-sized 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.