Real Property Photography | Sunshine Coast South

Contemporary two-storey multi-coloured house exterior in Sunshine Coast with mixed siding and a shed roof.

Photo of a large contemporary two-storey multi-coloured house exterior in Brisbane with a flat roof, a metal roof and a black roof.

Custom Coastal Luxe Home Build

BCD Building Pty Ltd

Beach style two-storey multi-coloured house exterior in Sydney with a grey roof.

Oyster Point Residence

Urban Reach Residential

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary two-storey multi-coloured house exterior in Gold Coast - Tweed with mixed siding, a flat roof, a metal roof, a black roof and clapboard siding.

Organic Modern Mountain Home

Living Stone Design + Build

Large country three-storey multi-coloured house exterior in Other with mixed siding, a shed roof and a metal roof.

Not Your Grandfather's Barn! A Modern Pole Barn House in Lauderdale Lake Area

Stebnitz Builders, Inc.

This 2,500 square-foot home, combines the an industrial-meets-contemporary gives its owners the perfect place to enjoy their rustic 30- acre property. Its multi-level rectangular shape is covered with corrugated red, black, and gray metal, which is low-maintenance and adds to the industrial feel. Encased in the metal exterior, are three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a state-of-the-art kitchen, and an aging-in-place suite that is made for the in-laws. This home also boasts two garage doors that open up to a sunroom that brings our clients close nature in the comfort of their own home. The flooring is polished concrete and the fireplaces are metal. Still, a warm aesthetic abounds with mixed textures of hand-scraped woodwork and quartz and spectacular granite counters. Clean, straight lines, rows of windows, soaring ceilings, and sleek design elements form a one-of-a-kind, 2,500 square-foot home

Yin Yang House

Brooks + Scarpa Architects

The Yin-Yang House is a net-zero energy single-family home in a quiet Venice, CA neighborhood. The design objective was to create a space for a large and growing family with several children, which would create a calm, relaxed and organized environment that emphasizes public family space. The home also serves as a place to entertain, and a welcoming space for teenagers as they seek social space with friends. The home is organized around a series of courtyards and other outdoor spaces that integrate with the interior of the house. Facing the street the house appears to be solid. However, behind the steel entry door is a courtyard, which reveals the indoor-outdoor nature of the house behind the solid exterior. From the entry courtyard, the entire space to the rear garden wall can be seen; the first clue of the home’s spatial connection between inside and out. These spaces are designed for entertainment, and the 40 foot sliding glass door to the living room enhances the harmonic relationship of the main room, allowing the owners to host many guests without the feeling of being overburdened. The tensions of the house’s exterior are subtly underscored by a 12-inch steel band that hews close to, but sometimes rises above or falls below the floor line of the second floor – a continuous loop moving inside and out like a pen that is never lifted from the page, but reinforces the intent to spatially weave together the indoors with the outside as a single space. Scale manipulation also plays a formal role in the design of the structure. From the rear, the house appears to be a single-story volume. The large master bedroom window and the outdoor steps are scaled to support this illusion. It is only when the steps are animated with people that one realizes the true scale of the house is two stories. The kitchen is the heart of the house, with an open working area that allows the owner, an accomplished chef, to converse with friends while cooking. Bedrooms are intentionally designed to be very small and simple; allowing for larger public spaces, emphasizing the family over individual domains. The breakfast room looks across an outdoor courtyard to the guest room/kids playroom, establishing a visual connection while defining the separation of uses. The children can play outdoors while under adult supervision from the dining area or the office, or do homework in the office while adults occupy the adjacent outdoor or indoor space. Many of the materials used, including the bamboo interior, composite stone and tile countertops and bathroom finishes are recycled, and reinforce the environmental DNA of the house, which also has a green roof. Blown-in cellulose insulation, radiant heating and a host of other sustainable features aids in the performance of the building’s heating and cooling. The active systems in the home include a 12 KW solar photovoltaic panel system, the largest such residential system available on the market. The solar panels also provide shade from the sun, preventing the house from becoming overheated. The owners have been in the home for over nine months and have yet to receive a power bill.

Coastal Living Residence

Tweak Your Space

This four bedroom, three and a half bath, new construction home is located in a beach community in Florida.
This is an example of a mid-sized tropical two-storey stucco yellow house exterior in Tampa with a hip roof and a mixed roof.

Cindy's White Bear Lake, MN LeafGuard® Brand Gutter Project

Lindus Construction/Midwest LeafGuard

LeafGuard® Brand Gutters are custom-made for each home they are installed on. This allows them to be manufactured in the exact sizes needed for a house. This equates to no seams. Unlike seamed systems, LeafGuard® Gutters do not have the worry of cracking and leaking. Here's a project our craftsmen completed for our client, Cindy.

James Hardie Siding Project - Boulder, CO

Northern Lights Exteriors

James Hardie Aspyre V-Groove Primed & Painted.
Design ideas for a contemporary two-storey yellow house exterior in Denver with concrete fiberboard siding.

Sprawling View

Prime Realty

Cul-de-sac single story on a hill soaking in some of the best views in NPK! Hidden gem boasts a romantic wood rear porch, ideal for al fresco meals while soaking in the breathtaking views! Lounge around in the organically added den w/ a spacious n’ airy feel, lrg windows, a classic stone wood burning fireplace and hearth, and adjacent to the open concept kitchen! Enjoy cooking in the kitchen w/ gorgeous views from the picturesque window. Kitchen equipped w/large island w/ prep sink, walkin pantry, generous cabinetry, stovetop, dual sinks, built in BBQ Grill, dishwasher. Also enjoy the charming curb appeal complete w/ picket fence, mature and drought tolerant landscape, brick ribbon hardscape, and a sumptuous side yard. LR w/ optional dining area is strategically placed w/ large window to soak in the mountains beyond. Three well proportioned bdrms! M.Bdrm w/quaint master bath and plethora of closet space. Master features sweeping views capturing the very heart of country living in NPK! M.bath features walk-in shower, neutral tile + chrome fixtures. Hall bath is turnkey with travertine tile flooring and tub/shower surround. Flowing floorplan w/vaulted ceilings and loads of natural light, Slow down and enjoy a new pace of life!

Urban Oasis

Kelley Design Group

Black and white exterior for modern scandinavian farmhouse.
Inspiration for a country two-storey multi-coloured house exterior in Austin with mixed siding, a black roof and board and batten siding.

Lake Tahoe

OBERHAUSER INTERIORS

Design ideas for a contemporary two-storey multi-coloured house exterior in San Francisco with mixed siding, a shingle roof and a grey roof.

Front View - Rustic Contemporary Cabin-like House

TOV Siding and Roofing

For the siding scope of work at this project we proposed the following labor and materials: Tyvek House Wrap WRB James Hardie Cement fiber siding and soffit Metal flashing at head of windows/doors Metal Z,H,X trim Flashing tape Caulking/spackle/sealant Galvanized fasteners Primed white wood trim All labor, tools, and equipment to complete this scope of work.

Heather Blend, Hoyt Lane, Lafayette

Colorado Roof Toppers

This home in Lafayette that was hit with hail, has a new CertainTeed Northgate Class IV Impact Resistant roof in the color Heather Blend.
This is an example of a small traditional two-storey yellow house exterior in Denver with concrete fiberboard siding, a gable roof, a shingle roof and a brown roof.

The Addison IV Eco-Smart Home | Downtown Naperville, IL

DJK Custom Homes

Inspiration for a large industrial three-storey multi-coloured house exterior in Chicago with concrete fiberboard siding, a shingle roof, a black roof and board and batten siding.

Ballard Twofold

Click Architects

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary multi-coloured duplex exterior in Seattle with mixed siding and a gable roof.

Villa Sud Ouest

JPEG Studio

Inspiration for a large contemporary two-storey multi-coloured house exterior in Paris with mixed siding and a flat roof.

Phoenix rises thanks to the personal touch

New Zealand Certified Builders Association

Indoor outdoor flow into the back garden. Privacy and security is provided by a perimater cedar fence.
This is an example of a large contemporary two-storey multi-coloured house exterior in Christchurch with mixed siding.

CertainTeed Vinyl Siding & Farmers Porch, Taunton, MA

Care Free Homes, Inc.

CertainTeed MainStreet vinyl siding in Autumn Yellow along with CertainTeed Cedar Impressions 1/2 round shingles in Colonial White bring durable beauty to this home. With realistic wood textures, shadow lines and a beautiful collection of fade-resistant colors, you can give your home classic curb appeal without the maintenance! This farmer’s porch was finished using Timbertech AZEK Harvest Collection decking in Kona and a Timbertech rail system in White. AZEK decking captures the look of natural wood without having to worry about resealing, splinters, and rot! Made to also handle different weather conditions this composite decking will not fade or split when under pressure. It is the perfect place to read a book, visit with guests, or enjoy a morning cup of coffee! With a gorgeous collection of colors and realistic wood textures, there is something to suit everyone’s style. We also installed Harvey Classic Double Hung Replacement Windows in the color, White. Our most popular selling window for good reason Harvey Classic Windows has a timeless look that will never go out of style. They are customized to order so homeowners can get their dream perfect windows! Lastly, we installed two Therma-Tru doors in the color, Mahogany. Made out of fiberglass Therma-Tru doors require less maintenance, stay painted longer, and regulate your home’s temperature. These doors come in a variety of styles and colors so you can really make your home stand out!

Yellow, Multi-Coloured 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.