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Bungalow House Exterior with a Butterfly Roof Ideas and Designs

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NOËL 2020
NOËL 2020
RénoDéco etc.RénoDéco etc.
Designer Lyne Brunet
Photo of a large and gey country bungalow detached house in Montreal with wood cladding, a butterfly roof, a shingle roof, a black roof and board and batten cladding.
Holly Hill House
Holly Hill House
Robert M. Cain, ArchitectRobert M. Cain, Architect
Holly Hill, a retirement home, whose owner's hobbies are gardening and restoration of classic cars, is nestled into the site contours to maximize views of the lake and minimize impact on the site. Holly Hill is comprised of three wings joined by bridges: A wing facing a master garden to the east, another wing with workshop and a central activity, living, dining wing. Similar to a radiator the design increases the amount of exterior wall maximizing opportunities for natural ventilation during temperate months. Other passive solar design features will include extensive eaves, sheltering porches and high-albedo roofs, as strategies for considerably reducing solar heat gain. Daylighting with clerestories and solar tubes reduce daytime lighting requirements. Ground source geothermal heat pumps and superior to code insulation ensure minimal space conditioning costs. Corten steel siding and concrete foundation walls satisfy client requirements for low maintenance and durability. All light fixtures are LEDs. Open and screened porches are strategically located to allow pleasant outdoor use at any time of day, particular season or, if necessary, insect challenge. Dramatic cantilevers allow the porches to project into the site’s beautiful mixed hardwood tree canopy without damaging root systems. Guest arrive by vehicle with glimpses of the house and grounds through penetrations in the concrete wall enclosing the garden. One parked they are led through a garden composed of pavers, a fountain, benches, sculpture and plants. Views of the lake can be seen through and below the bridges. Primary client goals were a sustainable low-maintenance house, primarily single floor living, orientation to views, natural light to interiors, maximization of individual privacy, creation of a formal outdoor space for gardening, incorporation of a full workshop for cars, generous indoor and outdoor social space for guests and parties.
Tiny Heirloom
Tiny Heirloom
Shelsi Lindquist PhotographyShelsi Lindquist Photography
Multi-coloured contemporary bungalow tiny house in Portland with mixed cladding and a butterfly roof.
Modern Twist on Traditional Ranch
Modern Twist on Traditional Ranch
Duke Homes, Inc.Duke Homes, Inc.
Form and function meld in this smaller footprint ranch home perfect for empty nesters or young families.
Small and brown modern bungalow detached house in Indianapolis with mixed cladding, a butterfly roof, a mixed material roof, a brown roof and board and batten cladding.
Rustic Exterior
Rustic Exterior
Inspiration for a rustic bungalow house exterior in Other with a butterfly roof.
La Pedrera Net Zero Residence
La Pedrera Net Zero Residence
Bellingham Bay BuildersBellingham Bay Builders
Architect: Domain Design Architects Photography: Joe Belcovson Photography
This is an example of a medium sized and multi-coloured retro bungalow detached house in Seattle with mixed cladding, a butterfly roof and a metal roof.
Karli Rise #1
Karli Rise #1
designButtondesignButton
This 8.3 star energy rated home is a beacon when it comes to paired back, simple and functional elegance. With great attention to detail in the design phase as well as carefully considered selections in materials, openings and layout this home performs like a Ferrari. The in-slab hydronic system that is run off a sizeable PV system assists with minimising temperature fluctuations. This home is entered into 2023 Design Matters Award as well as a winner of the 2023 HIA Greensmart Awards. Karli Rise is featured in Sanctuary Magazine in 2023.
Pearl River - Mid-century modern renovation
Pearl River - Mid-century modern renovation
ROAM ArchitectureROAM Architecture
Updating a modern classic These clients adore their home’s location, nestled within a 2-1/2 acre site largely wooded and abutting a creek and nature preserve. They contacted us with the intent of repairing some exterior and interior issues that were causing deterioration, and needed some assistance with the design and selection of new exterior materials which were in need of replacement. Our new proposed exterior includes new natural wood siding, a stone base, and corrugated metal. New entry doors and new cable rails completed this exterior renovation. Additionally, we assisted these clients resurrect an existing pool cabana structure and detached 2-car garage which had fallen into disrepair. The garage / cabana building was renovated in the same aesthetic as the main house.
Inca Trail Double Butterfly
Inca Trail Double Butterfly
Moderne BuildersModerne Builders
Medium sized and white retro bungalow house exterior in Other with a butterfly roof.
Tiny Home - Austin, Texas
Tiny Home - Austin, Texas
RAW Design & Consulting /RAW Architecture + DesignRAW Design & Consulting /RAW Architecture + Design
Interior and Exterior Renovations to existing HGTV featured Tiny Home. We modified the exterior paint color theme and painted the interior of the tiny home to give it a fresh look. The interior of the tiny home has been decorated and furnished for use as an AirBnb space. Outdoor features a new custom built deck and hot tub space.
Wapiti House
Wapiti House
NanaWallNanaWall
This is an example of a contemporary bungalow house exterior in San Francisco with a butterfly roof.
The Starter House
The Starter House
Atelier BondAtelier Bond
This project was the first under the Atelier Bond banner and was designed for a newlywed couple who took a wreck of a house and transformed it into an enviable property, undertaking much of the work themselves. Instead of the standard box addition, we created a linking glass corridor that allowed space for a landscaped courtyard that elevates the view outside. Photo: Russell Millard
Lindenwood
Lindenwood
Workshop No. 5Workshop No. 5
Remodel and addition 5 Bed, 4.5 Bath, 4500 SF Midcentury Modern inspiration
Large contemporary bungalow detached house in Austin with mixed cladding and a butterfly roof.
Malibu, CA New Construction
Malibu, CA New Construction
Kenyon Harman Construction Inc.Kenyon Harman Construction Inc.
Photo of a contemporary bungalow detached house in Los Angeles with mixed cladding, a butterfly roof and board and batten cladding.
Argonne Residence Back Exterior
Argonne Residence Back Exterior
UserUser
Atlanta modern home designed by Dencity, LLC and built by Cablik Enterprises.
Modern bungalow house exterior in Atlanta with a butterfly roof.
Butterfly House
Butterfly House
Edmunds Studios Photography, Inc.Edmunds Studios Photography, Inc.
Unique, angled roof line defines this house
Photo of a medium sized and gey retro bungalow render detached house in Other with a butterfly roof, a mixed material roof and a grey roof.
Village Dr
Village Dr
Catalyst ConstructionCatalyst Construction
Home addition project in central Austin.
Design ideas for a large and white midcentury bungalow detached house in Austin with concrete fibreboard cladding, a butterfly roof, a shingle roof, a black roof and shiplap cladding.
Jackson Family Retreat
Jackson Family Retreat
Fougeron Architecture FAIAFougeron Architecture FAIA
Medium sized and brown contemporary bungalow detached house in San Francisco with mixed cladding and a butterfly roof.
Meditation Hut III "Victor"
Meditation Hut III "Victor"
Jeffery Poss Architect, PLLCJeffery Poss Architect, PLLC
Jeffery S. Poss, FAIA
This is an example of a small and brown contemporary bungalow house exterior in Chicago with wood cladding and a butterfly roof.
Lindenwood
Lindenwood
Workshop No. 5Workshop No. 5
Remodel and addition 5 Bed, 4.5 Bath, 4500 SF Midcentury Modern inspiration
Large contemporary bungalow detached house in Austin with mixed cladding and a butterfly roof.

Bungalow House Exterior with a Butterfly Roof Ideas and Designs

With so much attention devoted to interior design, the exterior of a home can often get overlooked, but as the first thing that welcomes both us and our guests, it is worth devoting some time tending to the outside of your house. Furthermore, focusing on the kerb appeal of your home can add significant value if and when it comes time to sell up. Georgian, Edwardian and Victorian homes, with their bay windows and elegant plasterwork, often benefit from built in architecture advantages, but even if your house design is unassuming from the outside, small decorative and structural improvements to the exterior of your home can equal huge impact. Key areas of building design to focus on are the front door, the driveway or approach to your home, the porch area, the windows, the facade and the roof. And just a note of caution... before any significant exterior architecture gets under way, check first whether you need planning permission for your exterior house designs– this applies particularly to listed houses or buildings in a conservation area, but it’s better to be safe than sorry. Take a look through the house designs, exterior architecture and images of front doors and driveways on Houzz to inspire your facade or building design, or read on for a few more pointers when it comes to redesigning your exterior.

How do I give my home an exterior facelift?

You may feel like your home’s exterior architecture is unalterable but there are a wide range of options available to improve its external building design, no matter what raw materials you begin with. Begin with the front door and the pathway or driveway that lead up to your home as these are easy to improve without huge budgets. A driveway or pathway must be kept neat and tidy and you can consider replacing tarmac with attractive tiles or gravel. Repainting or replacing the fence, wall or gate that fronts your home can also offer an overnight transformation without breaking the bank. An area to not cut corners however is the front door, where spending a little extra can make a huge difference in quality, and painting it in a colour you love will pay you back every time it welcomes you home! Updating your windows can be a significant building design project but it is one that has benefits both inside and out, as well as potentially saving you money on energy later. If you are lucky enough to have period windows such as bay windows with sash or leaded windows, then maintaining them should be a top priority, but if they are beyond repair then there are plenty of window professionals that will offer modern, double or triple glazed equivalents that could still work in your bay window. Working with uPVC? Not a problem – the best improvement you can make is to ensure your windows are the right size and shape for your home's overall proportions.

How do I update my home’s facade?

When it comes to updating the facade of your home, painting is the quickest and most affordable way to achieve a makeover, and if you opt for a colour other than white it can really make a statement (although sticking within the palette of your road and local area is advisable). A makeover that requires a bit more patience but can add romance and character to the most mundane of homes is to adorn the walls with climbing plants – delicate trailing wisteria is ever a British favourite, whilst roses and jasmine offer fragrance as well as beauty. If you’re looking to make more significant changes to the exterior of your home, whether that is adding timber cladding, hanging tiles, installing a bay window or rendering, then you should first check whether your house designs require planning permission. A New England style wood boarded home is beautiful and bright, but remember that it will need frequent repainting if it is going to stay looking its best, whilst stucco render or Tyrolean render can tidy up a home's exterior but think carefully before covering over original brickwork.

What should I consider if building a home from scratch?

If you’re working with an architect on a brand new build, the options are endless when it comes to deciding on the exterior architecture. But first things first, you will need to check planning permissions, building regulations and local restrictions, such as being in a conservation area, to make sure your plans for your exterior house designs will meet stipulations. If you are building in a street with predominantly Victorian facades, with bay windows and side returns, you might need to ensure your house designs fit in with the rest of the homes on the street, but if you’re building in a more remote area you’ll probably have more freedom for your building design. There are many architectural decisions to make, do you want a flat, gabled, hipped, mansard or perhaps even a curved roof? Do you want bay windows? Crittall windows? Perhaps external shutters? Do you want glass walls? Do you want wood cladding? Do you want a very symmetrical building design or something more contemporary? The decision is all yours but remember to consider the benefits of various materials over others and the effects that some architecture styles will have on everyday life, for example glass walls will look attractive but will give you less privacy. Your architect or builder will be able to guide you through the best exterior architecture choices for your house designs.
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