Design ideas for an expansive modern three-storey grey house exterior in Los Angeles with stone veneer, a flat roof, a green roof and a grey roof.

Residential Projects

McWilliams Burgener Architecture

This is an example of a traditional three-storey white exterior in Chicago with stone veneer and a flat roof.

Exteriors

J Richard Watson Construction Company, Inc.

Lawrence Taylor
Photo of a large country three-storey beige exterior in Orlando with stone veneer and a gable roof.

Masonry Stone

Paragon Supply, Inc.

Techo-Bloc's Chantilly Masonry stone.
Inspiration for a large country three-storey beige house exterior in New York with stone veneer, a gable roof and a shingle roof.

European

Advantage Residential Designs

Photo of an expansive arts and crafts three-storey brown house exterior in Boston with stone veneer, a gable roof and a tile roof.

The Garden House

Narofsky Architecture + ways2design

Phillip Ennis Photography
This is an example of an expansive modern three-storey brown house exterior in New York with stone veneer, a gable roof and a shingle roof.

Fairway Drive

Berglund Architects

Ric Stovall
This is an example of an expansive modern three-storey beige house exterior in Denver with stone veneer, a flat roof and a metal roof.

European stone and slate Mountain Home

Mark Sinsky Architect, PA

Jay Weiland
Design ideas for a traditional three-storey grey house exterior in Atlanta with stone veneer.

GREENWICH MANOR

JMKA | architects

Inspiration for an expansive traditional three-storey beige exterior in New York with stone veneer and a hip roof.

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Calais Custom Homes

Photo of an expansive traditional three-storey beige house exterior in Dallas with stone veneer, a hip roof and a tile roof.

Traditional Exterior

This is an example of a large traditional three-storey exterior in Chicago with stone veneer.

Tumbled Stone and Stucco French Provincial with Turreted Front Entry

Orren Pickell Building Group

http://www.pickellbuilders.com. Photography by Linda Oyama Bryan. Tumbled Stone and Stucco French Provincial with Turreted Front Entry, and Bluestone Front Porch and Walkway.

Mountain Modern Lakeshore

Peter Eskuche, AIA

Residential Design: Peter Eskuche, AIA, Eskuche Associates Photography by A.J. Mueller
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary three-storey exterior in Minneapolis with stone veneer.

Historic Renovation in West Chester, PA

Pine Street Carpenters & The Kitchen Studio

Photo by John Welsh.
Inspiration for an expansive traditional three-storey green house exterior in Philadelphia with stone veneer and a tile roof.

Sevenoaks House

Tye Architects

Client’s brief A modern replacement dwelling designed to blend seamlessly with its natural surroundings while prioritizing high-quality design and sustainability. It is crafted to preserve the site's openness through clever landscape integration, minimizing its environmental impact. The dwelling provides five bedrooms, five bathrooms, an open-plan living arrangement, two studies, reception/family areas, utility, storage, and an integral double garage. Furthermore, the dwelling also includes a guest house with two bedrooms and one bathroom, as well as a pool house/leisure facility. Programme The original 72-week programme was extended due to COVID and lockdown. Following lockdown, there were issues with supplies and extra works were requested by the clients (tennis court, new landscape, etc.). It took around two years to complete with extra time allocated for the landscaping. Materials The construction of the building is based on a combination of traditional and modern techniques. Structure: reinforced concrete + steel frame External walls: concrete block cavity walls clad in natural stone (bonded). First floor has areas of natural stone ventilated facade. Glazing: double glazing with solar protection coating and aluminium frames. Roof and terraces: ceramic finish RAF system Flooring: timber floor for Sky Lounge and Lower Ground Floor. Natural stone for Upper Ground Floor and ceramic tiles for bathrooms. Landscape and access: granite setts and granite stepping stones. Budget constraints The original project had to be adjusted which implied some value engineering and redesign of some areas including removing the pond, heated pool, AC throughout. How the project contributes to its environment Due to the sensitive location within the Metropolitan Green Belt, we carefully considered the scale and massing to achieve less impact than that of the existing. Our strategy was to develop a proposal which integrates within the setting. The dwelling is built into the landscape, so the lower ground floor level is a partial basement opening towards the rear, capturing downhill views over the site. The first-floor element is offset from the external envelope, reducing its appearance. The dwelling adopts a modern flat roof design lowering the roof finish level and reducing its impact. The proposed material palette consists of marble and limestone; natural material providing longevity. Marble stone finishes the lower ground floor levels, meeting the landscape. The upper ground floor has a smooth limestone finish, with contemporary architectural detailing. The mirror glazed box on top of the building containing the Sky Lounge appears as a lighter architectural form, sitting on top of the heavier, grounded form below and nearly disappearing reflecting the surrounding trees and sky. The project aims to minimize waste disposal by treating foul water through a treatment plant and discharging surface water back to the ground. It incorporates a highly efficient Ground Source Heat Pump system that is environmentally friendly, and the house utilizes MVHR to significantly reduce heat loss. The project features high-spec insulation throughout to minimize heat loss. Experience of occupants The clients are proud of the house, the fantastic design (a landmark in the area) and the everyday use of the building.

Keowee Manor

Gabriel Builders Inc.

Lake Keowee estate home with steel doors and windows, large outdoor living with kitchen, chimney pots, legacy home situated on 5 lots on beautiful Lake Keowee in SC

Painted Brick & Stone with contrast of dark bronze

Eddie Rider Designs

Painted brick and natural stone on this light transitional home in Cary, NC. Black Pella Windows offer a nice contrast with the white painted brick and the colored stone over the entire exterior.

Modern Contemporary Villa

Eaton + Stipp Custom Homes

Modern Contemporary Villa exterior with black aluminum tempered full pane windows and doors, that brings in natural lighting. Featuring contrasting textures on the exterior with stucco, limestone and teak. Cans and black exterior sconces to bring light to exterior. Landscaping with beautiful hedge bushes, arborvitae trees, fresh sod and japanese cherry blossom. 4 car garage seen at right and concrete 25 car driveway. Custom treated lumber retention wall.

Modern French Country Home in Altadore

Trickle Creek Designer Homes

Country three-storey house exterior in Calgary with stone veneer.

Timber Frame Home, 2700sqft, 4 bedrooms

Lynn Palmer Architects Ltd

Timber Framed 2,700sq ft family home
Photo of a large contemporary three-storey white house exterior in Buckinghamshire with stone veneer and a hip roof.

Three-storey Exterior Design Ideas with Stone Veneer

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.