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Coastal Bungalow House Exterior Ideas and Designs

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Strandberg Construction IncStrandberg Construction Inc
Design ideas for a gey beach style bungalow house exterior in Seattle with wood cladding, a pitched roof and a metal roof.
Breakers Beach House
Breakers Beach House
Noel Cross+ArchitectsNoel Cross+Architects
Firmness . . . Santa Cruz’s historically eclectic Pleasure Point neighborhood has been evolving in its own quirky way for almost a century, and many of its inhabitants seem to have been around just as long. They cling to the relaxed and funky seaside character of their beach community with an almost indignant provinciality. For both client and architect, neighborhood context became the singular focus of the design; to become the “poster child” for compatibility and sustainability. Dozens of photos were taken of the surrounding area as inspiration, with the goal of honoring the idiosyncratic, fine-grained character and informal scale of a neighborhood built over time. A low, horizontal weathered ipe fence at the street keeps out surfer vans and neighborhood dogs, and a simple gate beckons visitors to stroll down the boardwalk which gently angles toward the front door. A rusted steel fire pit is the focus of this ground level courtyard, which is encircled by a curving cor-ten garden wall graced by a sweep of horse tail reeds and tufts of feather grass. Extensive day-lighting throughout the home is achieved with high windows placed in all directions in all major rooms, resulting in an abundance of natural light throughout. The clients report having only to turning on lights at nightfall. Notable are the numerous passive solar design elements: careful attention to overhangs and shading devices at South- and West-facing glass to control heat gain, and passive ventilation via high windows in the tower elements, all are significant contributors to the structure’s energy efficiency. Commodity . . . Beautiful views of Monterey Bay and the lively local beach scene became the main drivers in plan and section. The upper floor was intentionally set back to preserve ocean views of the neighbor to the north. The surf obsessed clients wished to be able to see the “break” from their upper floor breakfast table perch, able to take a moment’s notice advantage of some killer waves. A tiny 4,500 s.f. lot and a desire to create a ground level courtyard for entertaining dictated the small footprint. A graceful curving cor-ten and stainless steel stair descends from the upper floor living areas, connecting them to a ground level “sanctuary”. A small detached art studio/surfboard storage shack in the back yard fulfills functional requirements, and includes an outdoor shower for the post-surf hose down. Parking access off a back alley helps to preserve ground floor space, and allows in the southern sun on the view/courtyard side. A relaxed “bare foot beach house” feel is underscored by weathered oak floors, painted re-sawn wall finishes, and painted wood ceilings, which recall the cozy cabins that stood here at Breakers Beach for nearly a century. Delight . . . Commemorating the history of the property was a priority for the surfing couple. With that in mind, they created an artistic reproduction of the original sign that decorated the property for many decades as an homage to the “Cozy Cabins at Breakers Beach”, which now graces the foyer. This casual assemblage of local vernacular architecture has been informed by the consistent scale and simple materials of nearby cottages, shacks, and bungalows. These influences were distilled down to a palette of board and batt, clapboard, and cedar shiplap, and synthesized with bolder forms that evoke images of nearby Capitola Wharf, beach lifeguard towers, and the client’s “surf shack” program requirements. The landscape design takes its cues from boardwalks, rusted steel fire rings, and native grasses, all of which firmly tie the building to its local beach community. The locals have embraced it as one of their own. Architect - Noel Cross Architect Landscape Architect - Christopher Yates Interior Designer - Gina Viscusi-Elson Lighting Designer - Vita Pehar Design Contractor - The Conrado Company
Texas Coastal Home
Texas Coastal Home
Kelley Design GroupKelley Design Group
Design ideas for a small and green beach style bungalow detached house in Houston with concrete fibreboard cladding, a pitched roof and a metal roof.
Rustic Beach Cottage Second Dwelling Unit in Santa Cruz, CA
Rustic Beach Cottage Second Dwelling Unit in Santa Cruz, CA
Golden Visions DesignGolden Visions Design
Exterior front entry of the second dwelling beach house in Santa Cruz, California, showing the main front entry. The covered front entry provides weather protection and making the front entry more inviting. Golden Visions Design Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Hampton/Queenslander style house
Hampton/Queenslander style house
Baahouse + Baastudio Pty LtdBaahouse + Baastudio Pty Ltd
Darren Kerr Photography
Photo of a medium sized and white nautical bungalow house exterior in Brisbane with a pitched roof.
Tideland Haven
Tideland Haven
Our Town PlansOur Town Plans
Courtesy Southern Living, a division of Time Inc. Lifestyle Group. Southern Living is a registered trademark and is used with permission. front
Design ideas for a beige beach style bungalow house exterior in Atlanta.
3420 North Ocean Boulevard | Gulf Stream, FL
3420 North Ocean Boulevard | Gulf Stream, FL
Pascal Liguori & SonPascal Liguori & Son
Front Exterior
Design ideas for a white and medium sized beach style bungalow concrete detached house in Other with a hip roof and a tiled roof.
Hale Kahakai
Hale Kahakai
Archipelago Hawaii Luxury Home DesignsArchipelago Hawaii Luxury Home Designs
Augie Salbosa
Photo of a white beach style bungalow detached house in Hawaii.
Ghost lake Cottage Club Show home
Ghost lake Cottage Club Show home
Cenova HomesCenova Homes
Our Cascade Model. Small modern cottage. Lots of natural light. Timber accents and Hardie exterior.
Small and blue beach style bungalow detached house in Calgary with concrete fibreboard cladding and a pitched roof.
Tabasgo Remodel
Tabasgo Remodel
Neumann Mendro Andrulaitis Architects LLPNeumann Mendro Andrulaitis Architects LLP
Bill Zeldis
Small nautical bungalow house exterior in Santa Barbara with a flat roof.
Charleston Coastal Cottage Side Exterior
Charleston Coastal Cottage Side Exterior
Phillip Smith General Contractor, LLCPhillip Smith General Contractor, LLC
Photo by: Tripp Smith
Design ideas for a nautical bungalow house exterior in Charleston.
Bayshore Renovation
Bayshore Renovation
Adi ChoquetteAdi Choquette
90's renovation project in the Bayshore Road Revitalization area
Photo of a medium sized and white coastal bungalow render detached house in Tampa with a hip roof, a tiled roof and a white roof.
West Indies Shady Banks
West Indies Shady Banks
Martin Architect, Inc.Martin Architect, Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized and blue coastal bungalow render detached house in Miami with a hip roof and a metal roof.
The Corindi by John Cannon Homes
The Corindi by John Cannon Homes
John Cannon HomesJohn Cannon Homes
The Corindi, 11514 Harbourside Lane in Harbourside at The Islands on the Manatee River; is the perfect setting for this 3,577 SF West Indies architectural style home with private backyard boat dock. This 3 bedroom, 3 bath home with great room, dining room, study, bonus room, outdoor kitchen and 3-car garage affords serene waterfront views from each room. Gene Pollux Photography
Front Elevation
Front Elevation
JMDG Architecture | Planning + InteriorsJMDG Architecture | Planning + Interiors
Amber Frederiksen
Inspiration for a large nautical bungalow house exterior in Miami with a hip roof.
Elegant Modern Lakefront
Elegant Modern Lakefront
Affinity Construction GroupAffinity Construction Group
Design ideas for a medium sized and gey coastal bungalow render house exterior in Miami.
Maison au Pyla
Maison au Pyla
ALCA Agence Ludovic Cochet ArchitecteALCA Agence Ludovic Cochet Architecte
Photo of a large and brown coastal bungalow house exterior in Bordeaux with wood cladding and a flat roof.
West River Beach Cottage
West River Beach Cottage
Brickhouse Kitchens and BathsBrickhouse Kitchens and Baths
This is an example of a small and green nautical bungalow detached house in Baltimore with concrete fibreboard cladding, a pitched roof and a shingle roof.
2BR 750 sqft ADU in Oceanside
2BR 750 sqft ADU in Oceanside
Snap ADUSnap ADU
The ADU's open yard is featured, as well as the walkway leading to the front sliding-glass doors.
Design ideas for a beige beach style bungalow render tiny house in San Diego with a pitched roof, a tiled roof and a brown roof.
Strawberry Lake Cottage - Small space / Major Makeover
Strawberry Lake Cottage - Small space / Major Makeover
Emery Design | BuildEmery Design | Build
Inspiration for a blue beach style bungalow detached house in Detroit with wood cladding, a pitched roof and a shingle roof.

Coastal Bungalow House Exterior 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 coastal 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 coastal 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 coastal 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 coastal 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 coastal exterior architecture choices for your house designs.
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