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Expansive Split-level House Exterior Ideas and Designs

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2-Story Covered Outdoor Living Area at Dusk - The Genesis - Family Super Ranch
2-Story Covered Outdoor Living Area at Dusk - The Genesis - Family Super Ranch
Cascade West DevelopmentCascade West Development
Paint by Sherwin Williams Body Color - Anonymous - SW 7046 Accent Color - Urban Bronze - SW 7048 Trim Color - Worldly Gray - SW 7043 Front Door Stain - Northwood Cabinets - Custom Truffle Stain Exterior Stone by Eldorado Stone Stone Product Rustic Ledge in Clearwater Outdoor Fireplace by Heat & Glo Live Edge Mantel by Outside The Box Woodworking Doors by Western Pacific Building Materials Windows by Milgard Windows & Doors Window Product Style Line® Series Window Supplier Troyco - Window & Door Lighting by Destination Lighting Garage Doors by NW Door Decorative Timber Accents by Arrow Timber Timber Accent Products Classic Series LAP Siding by James Hardie USA Fiber Cement Shakes by Nichiha USA Construction Supplies via PROBuild Landscaping by GRO Outdoor Living Customized & Built by Cascade West Development Photography by ExposioHDR Portland Original Plans by Alan Mascord Design Associates
Texas Hill Country Residence
Texas Hill Country Residence
UserUser
The 5,000 square foot private residence is located in the community of Horseshoe Bay, above the shores of Lake LBJ, and responds to the Texas Hill Country vernacular prescribed by the community: shallow metal roofs, regional materials, sensitive scale massing and water-wise landscaping. The house opens to the scenic north and north-west views and fractures and shifts in order to keep significant oak, mesquite, elm, cedar and persimmon trees, in the process creating lush private patios and limestone terraces. The Owners desired an accessible residence built for flexibility as they age. This led to a single level home, and the challenge to nestle the step-less house into the sloping landscape. Full height glazing opens the house to the very beautiful arid landscape, while porches and overhangs protect interior spaces from the harsh Texas sun. Expansive walls of industrial insulated glazing panels allow soft modulated light to penetrate the interior while providing visual privacy. An integral lap pool with adjacent low fenestration reflects dappled light deep into the house. Chaste stained concrete floors and blackened steel focal elements contrast with islands of mesquite flooring, cherry casework and fir ceilings. Selective areas of exposed limestone walls, some incorporating salvaged timber lintels, and cor-ten steel components further the contrast within the uncomplicated framework. The Owner’s object and art collection is incorporated into the residence’s sequence of connecting galleries creating a choreography of passage that alternates between the lucid expression of simple ranch house architecture and the rich accumulation of their heritage. The general contractor for the project is local custom homebuilder Dauphine Homes. Structural Engineering is provided by Structures Inc. of Austin, Texas, and Landscape Architecture is provided by Prado Design LLC in conjunction with Jill Nokes, also of Austin. Cecil Baker + Partners Photography
Mountain Star Contemporary Home
Mountain Star Contemporary Home
RA Nelson LLCRA Nelson LLC
Inspiration for an expansive and brown contemporary split-level house exterior in Denver with mixed cladding.
Dafna Zilafro
Dafna Zilafro
spfaspfa
Design ideas for an expansive and gey modern split-level house exterior in Los Angeles with wood cladding and a flat roof.
Clark Street Before/After
Clark Street Before/After
AlphaStudio Design GroupAlphaStudio Design Group
Conceptually the Clark Street remodel began with an idea of creating a new entry. The existing home foyer was non-existent and cramped with the back of the stair abutting the front door. By defining an exterior point of entry and creating a radius interior stair, the home instantly opens up and becomes more inviting. From there, further connections to the exterior were made through large sliding doors and a redesigned exterior deck. Taking advantage of the cool coastal climate, this connection to the exterior is natural and seamless Photos by Zack Benson
JSD BUILDERS INC - VARUGHESE RESIDENCE
JSD BUILDERS INC - VARUGHESE RESIDENCE
SIW Impact Windows & DoorsSIW Impact Windows & Doors
This is an example of a beige and expansive contemporary split-level house exterior in Miami with a flat roof and mixed cladding.
Casa en Mallorca
Casa en Mallorca
jle arquitectosjle arquitectos
Design ideas for an expansive and white world-inspired split-level house exterior in Palma de Mallorca with mixed cladding and a flat roof.
Spanish Oaks - Bee Caves, Texas
Spanish Oaks - Bee Caves, Texas
Alberto Jauregui Designs, Inc.Alberto Jauregui Designs, Inc.
Front Built by Asomoza Homes Design Build
Photo of a white and expansive mediterranean split-level render house exterior in Austin with a hip roof.
Santa Fe Residence
Santa Fe Residence
Studio DuBoisStudio DuBois
Frank Oudeman
Inspiration for a gey and expansive modern split-level glass detached house in New York with a flat roof and a tiled roof.
Project Crestwood - Custom Corner Gas Fireplace - Lake Tahoe
Project Crestwood - Custom Corner Gas Fireplace - Lake Tahoe
Acucraft FireplacesAcucraft Fireplaces
Expansive and beige contemporary split-level house exterior in Seattle with mixed cladding.
Quarry House Exterior
Quarry House Exterior
Berard Martel Architecture, Inc.Berard Martel Architecture, Inc.
Lee Berard
Photo of an expansive rustic split-level house exterior in Boston with mixed cladding and a lean-to roof.
Can Manuel den Corda
Can Manuel den Corda
Marià Castelló, ArchitectureMarià Castelló, Architecture
Estudi Es Pujol de S'Era
Inspiration for an expansive and white mediterranean split-level house exterior in Other with stone cladding and a flat roof.
New patio and garage
New patio and garage
Mahn Custom Homes and RenovationsMahn Custom Homes and Renovations
Photo of an expansive and gey traditional split-level brick detached house in St Louis with a half-hip roof and a shingle roof.
Demo af boliger jeg har fotograferet til blade og andre udgivelser.
Demo af boliger jeg har fotograferet til blade og andre udgivelser.
Ray PhotoRay Photo
Ark. Sebastian Schroer. Jesper Ray - Ray Photo
Photo of an expansive and white contemporary split-level concrete house exterior in Other with a flat roof.
draper castle
draper castle
RGS Exteriors & ConstructionRGS Exteriors & Construction
Photo of an expansive and brown traditional split-level detached house in Salt Lake City with stone cladding, a half-hip roof and a shingle roof.
Colony Project
Colony Project
Thermally Broken Steel USAThermally Broken Steel USA
Utilizing large glass windows and doors provides an element of transparency in architecture so that a property may achieve a non-competitive, cohesive relationship with the surrounding environment. This is especially effective in the development of a space that is serene, sophisticated, yet still bold and modern. Custom windows, doors, and hardware designed and furnished by Thermally Broken Steel USA.
Desert Black House
Desert Black House
Moderne BuildersModerne Builders
The axis of the house was designed precisely to the point of the large boulder at the entry. It was also a way accentuate the emphasis of being dug into the landscape. The steps themselves were custom framed with steel to make the risers. Then, for the steps, I made a mix of decomposed granite and cement so that it was hold up better over time.
Knollwood Whole House Renovation
Knollwood Whole House Renovation
Nautilus HomesNautilus Homes
1960's Split Level needed a facelift. The Project started as a 1 bedroom & bath In-Law addition. It evolved into a Magnificent Whole House Remodel that includes a 1200 s/f Super In-Law Wing that includes 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, TV sitting area and Kitchenette. The Front Elevation was enhanced by a 12' x 30' Country Front Porch with Vaulted beadboard ceiling, Galvanized Metal Clad roof. New Photos by Harvey Smith
Entry at dusk
Entry at dusk
McCall Design & PlanningMcCall Design & Planning
Gabe Border Photography http://www.gabeborder.com/ala/
Expansive modern split-level detached house in Boise with wood cladding, a flat roof and a metal roof.
2 Story Covered Outdoor Living Area - The Genesis - Family Super Ranch
2 Story Covered Outdoor Living Area - The Genesis - Family Super Ranch
Cascade West DevelopmentCascade West Development
Paint by Sherwin Williams Body Color - Anonymous - SW 7046 Accent Color - Urban Bronze - SW 7048 Trim Color - Worldly Gray - SW 7043 Front Door Stain - Northwood Cabinets - Custom Truffle Stain Exterior Stone by Eldorado Stone Stone Product Rustic Ledge in Clearwater Outdoor Fireplace by Heat & Glo Live Edge Mantel by Outside The Box Woodworking Doors by Western Pacific Building Materials Windows by Milgard Windows & Doors Window Product Style Line® Series Window Supplier Troyco - Window & Door Lighting by Destination Lighting Garage Doors by NW Door Decorative Timber Accents by Arrow Timber Timber Accent Products Classic Series LAP Siding by James Hardie USA Fiber Cement Shakes by Nichiha USA Construction Supplies via PROBuild Landscaping by GRO Outdoor Living Customized & Built by Cascade West Development Photography by ExposioHDR Portland Original Plans by Alan Mascord Design Associates

Expansive Split-level 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 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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