Photo of a large arts and crafts two-storey red exterior in Richmond.

Shaughnessy Traditional

Feature Projects Ltd.

Design ideas for a large arts and crafts two-storey red exterior in Vancouver with wood siding and a gable roof.

Updated Red Brick Exterior

New Life Restorations and Properties

A new roof was added to this red brick exterior as well as new landscaping. The shutters were removed and new privacy fence added.
Design ideas for a transitional one-storey brick red house exterior in New Orleans with a shingle roof.

Traditional Red-Brick Colonial

Hierarchy Architecture + Design, PLLC

Original red brick Colonial home was knocked down and replaced by this beautiful traditional red brick colonial. Large expansive 6,000 square foot home with black shutters and white window trim and columns.

Retdachhaus

User

Reet als neuer, alter Baustoff wird für viele immer interessanter. Hier zeigen wir Ihnen, dass man auch mit modernster Bau- und Energiespartechnik traditionellen Baustilen treu bleiben kann, ohne auf hohen Komfort verzichten zu müssen.

New Albany, Ohio 2

Behal Sampson Dietz

This is an example of an expansive traditional three-storey brick red exterior in Columbus with a gable roof.

Roscoe Village Complete Renovation

Chicago Renovation & Development

Dan Kullman, Bitterjester
Design ideas for a large industrial three-storey brick red exterior in Chicago.

Georgian revival

Western DuPage Landscaping, Inc.

The goal of this project was to provide a lush and vast garden for the new owners of this recently remodeled brick Georgian. Located in Wheaton this acre plus property is surrounded by beautiful Oaks. Preserving the Oaks became a particular challenge with the ample front walk and generous entertaining spaces the client desired. Under most of the Oaks the turf was in very poor condition, and most of the property was covered with undesirable overgrown underbrush such as Garlic Mustard weed and Buckthorn. With a recently completed addition, the garages were pushed farther from the front door leaving a large distance between the drive and entry to the home. This prompted the addition of a secondary door off the kitchen. A meandering walk curves past the secondary entry and leads guests through the front garden to the main entry. Off the secondary door a “kitchen patio” complete with a custom gate and Green Mountain Boxwood hedge give the clients a quaint space to enjoy a morning cup of joe. Stepping stone pathways lead around the home and weave through multiple pocket gardens within the vast backyard. The paths extend deep into the property leading to individual and unique gardens with a variety of plantings that are tied together with rustic stonewalls and sinuous turf areas. Closer to the home a large paver patio opens up to the backyard gardens. New stoops were constructed and existing stoops were covered in bluestone and mortared stonewalls were added, complimenting the classic Georgian architecture. The completed project accomplished all the goals of creating a lush and vast garden that fit the remodeled home and lifestyle of its new owners. Through careful planning, all mature Oaks were preserved, undesirables removed and numerous new plantings along with detailed stonework helped to define the new landscape.

Yankee Barn Homes Carriage Houses

Yankee Barn Homes

Yankee Barn Homes - Bennington Carriage House
Large country two-storey red house exterior in Manchester with wood siding, a gable roof and a shingle roof.

Sunny Conservatory

Hebert Design Build

Beautiful conservatory addition off dining room. This four-season sunroom incorporates a glass pyramid roof that floods the room with light. Ah!
Photo of a large traditional two-storey brick red exterior in Providence.

City: McDougald Residence

Linda McDougald Design | Postcard from Paris Home

Linda McDougald, principal and lead designer of Linda McDougald Design l Postcard from Paris Home, re-designed and renovated her home, which now showcases an innovative mix of contemporary and antique furnishings set against a dramatic linen, white, and gray palette. The English country home features floors of dark-stained oak, white painted hardwood, and Lagos Azul limestone. Antique lighting marks most every room, each of which is filled with exquisite antiques from France. At the heart of the re-design was an extensive kitchen renovation, now featuring a La Cornue Chateau range, Sub-Zero and Miele appliances, custom cabinetry, and Waterworks tile.

The Cambridge @ Wyndwater

Liberty Homes

Traditional two-storey brick red house exterior in Other with a hip roof and a shingle roof.

Wooded Estate

Bennett Frank McCarthy Architects, Inc.

Photo of a large traditional two-storey brick red house exterior in DC Metro with a hip roof and a shingle roof.

2 Flat conversion to single family in North Center

STUDIO Villanueva Architecture, LLC

Mid-sized traditional three-storey brick red house exterior in Chicago with a flat roof.

Clopay Products

Precision Garage Door of Akron

This is an example of a large traditional two-storey brick red exterior in Cleveland with a hip roof.

Custom Red Brick Home with Attached Garage

Trinity Home Developers

Custom Red Brick Home with Attached Garage. Visit our website & follow us on Facebook.
This is an example of a large traditional two-storey brick red exterior in Chicago.

Addition & Renovation

Hackley & Associates Architects, Inc.

This is an example of a large traditional three-storey brick red house exterior in Chicago with a gable roof, a shingle roof and a grey roof.

Homes

J&B Custom Built Homes, Inc.

Inspiration for an expansive traditional two-storey brick red house exterior in DC Metro with a hip roof and a shingle roof.

Poindexter Residence, Leesburg.

Princeton Design Build

Farmhouse in Leesburg.
Design ideas for a mid-sized country two-storey red house exterior in DC Metro with wood siding and a gable roof.

Pagoda House

Rogers Design Build

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary one-storey brick red exterior in Other.

Red 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.