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Green House Exterior with Three Floors Ideas and Designs

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THE BOW ROOF CABIN
THE BOW ROOF CABIN
North Swell Design BuildNorth Swell Design Build
Main Cabin Entry and Deck
Green rustic detached house in Portland with three floors, vinyl cladding, a shingle roof, a brown roof and shiplap cladding.
Ravenna Second Story Addition- Repeat Client
Ravenna Second Story Addition- Repeat Client
Blue Sound Construction, Inc.Blue Sound Construction, Inc.
With this home remodel, we removed the roof and added a full story with dormers above the existing two story home we had previously remodeled (kitchen, backyard extension, basement rework and all new windows.) All previously remodeled surfaces (and existing trees!) were carefully preserved despite the extensive work; original historic cedar shingling was extended, keeping the original craftsman feel of the home. Neighbors frequently swing by to thank the homeowners for so graciously expanding their home without altering its character. Photo: Miranda Estes
20 Hidden Grouse
20 Hidden Grouse
Aaron Fine Architectural PhotographerAaron Fine Architectural Photographer
www.aaronhphotographer.com
Photo of a green rustic detached house in Other with three floors, mixed cladding, a pitched roof and a shingle roof.
Craftsman Inspired Rear Exterior
Craftsman Inspired Rear Exterior
BCN HomesBCN Homes
Design ideas for a green classic detached house in DC Metro with three floors, concrete fibreboard cladding and a shingle roof.
Rejuvenated Cape Cod in McLean
Rejuvenated Cape Cod in McLean
Bowers Design BuildBowers Design Build
The after front elevation retains the charm of the Cape Cod while the added new spaces blend well with the old. This 1961 Cape Cod was well-sited on a beautiful acre of land in a Washington, DC suburb. The new homeowners loved the land and neighborhood and knew the house could be improved. The owners loved the charm of the home’s façade and wanted the overall look to remain true to the original home and neighborhood. Inside, the owners wanted to achieve a feeling of warmth and comfort. The family does a lot of casual entertaining and they wanted to achieve lots of open spaces that flowed well, one into another. They wanted to use lots of natural materials, like reclaimed wood floors, stone, and granite. In addition, they wanted the house to be filled with light, using lots of large windows where possible. Every inch of the house needed to be rejuvenated, from the basement to the attic. When all was said and done, the homeowners got a home they love on the land they cherish. Included in the renovation was a new kitchen with separate beverage area for entertaining. The kitchen is separated from the family room by a two-sided, stone, fireplace. Next, a bright, window filled sunroom was a must. Below the sunroom is an exercise room for this health conscious family. The basement was developed to extend the entertaining space. The master bedroom was built over the new sunroom/exercise room addition and the master bath took the place of an existing porch. Two sets of two-car garages were added to the house.. The homeowners also wanted to be able to do lots of outdoor living and entertaining. Brick and Hardie board siding are the perfect complement to the slate roof. The original slate from the rear of the home was reused on the front of the home and the front garage so that it would match. New slate was applied to the rear of the home and the addition. This project was truly satisfying and the homeowners LOVE their new residence.
Drummond House
Drummond House
Elise Moore DesignElise Moore Design
Chirs Zimmer
Design ideas for a green traditional house exterior in DC Metro with three floors.
Grand Victorian
Grand Victorian
Cummings Architecture + InteriorsCummings Architecture + Interiors
Looking at this home today, you would never know that the project began as a poorly maintained duplex. Luckily, the homeowners saw past the worn façade and engaged our team to uncover and update the Victorian gem that lay underneath. Taking special care to preserve the historical integrity of the 100-year-old floor plan, we returned the home back to its original glory as a grand, single family home. The project included many renovations, both small and large, including the addition of a a wraparound porch to bring the façade closer to the street, a gable with custom scrollwork to accent the new front door, and a more substantial balustrade. Windows were added to bring in more light and some interior walls were removed to open up the public spaces to accommodate the family’s lifestyle. You can read more about the transformation of this home in Old House Journal: http://www.cummingsarchitects.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Old-House-Journal-Dec.-2009.pdf Photo Credit: Eric Roth
Park Place Residence - As Seen in House and Home
Park Place Residence - As Seen in House and Home
PURE Design Inc.PURE Design Inc.
When Ami McKay was asked by the owners of Park Place to design their new home, she found inspiration in both her own travels and the beautiful West Coast of Canada which she calls home. This circa-1912 Vancouver character home was torn down and rebuilt, and our fresh design plan allowed the owners dreams to come to life. A closer look at Park Place reveals an artful fusion of diverse influences and inspirations, beautifully brought together in one home. Within the kitchen alone, notable elements include the French-bistro backsplash, the arched vent hood (including hidden, seamlessly integrated shelves on each side), an apron-front kitchen sink (a nod to English Country kitchens), and a saturated color palette—all balanced by white oak millwork. Floor to ceiling cabinetry ensures that it’s also easy to keep this beautiful space clutter-free, with room for everything: chargers, stationery and keys. These influences carry on throughout the home, translating into thoughtful touches: gentle arches, welcoming dark green millwork, patterned tile, and an elevated vintage clawfoot bathtub in the cozy primary bathroom.
Front Elevation
Front Elevation
CK ArchitectsCK Architects
Russell Campaigne CK Architects
Photo of a medium sized and green classic house exterior in Bridgeport with three floors and wood cladding.
2016 Showcase of Homes | Saratoga Springs
2016 Showcase of Homes | Saratoga Springs
Witt ConstructionWitt Construction
Randall Perry Photography
Green house exterior in New York with three floors and vinyl cladding.
Palisades Neighborhood NW Washington, DC
Palisades Neighborhood NW Washington, DC
GardenWiseGardenWise
Michael K. Wilkinson
This is an example of a green traditional house exterior in DC Metro with three floors and a pitched roof.
Eclectic Exterior
Eclectic Exterior
Design ideas for a large and green coastal house exterior in Charleston with three floors, wood cladding and a pitched roof.
Craftsman Expansion
Craftsman Expansion
Schulte Design BuildSchulte Design Build
Our clients loved their homes location but needed more space. We added two bedrooms and a bathroom to the top floor and dug out the basement to make a daylight living space with a rec room, laundry, office and additional bath. Although costly, this is a huge improvement to the home and they got all that they hoped for.
Rustic Northwestern Style Home (2281 SQ. FT.)
Rustic Northwestern Style Home (2281 SQ. FT.)
Great House DesignGreat House Design
Inspiration for a medium sized and green rustic detached house in Seattle with three floors.
Forest Cove Hartwell Lake Home
Forest Cove Hartwell Lake Home
Chapman Design Group, Inc.Chapman Design Group, Inc.
Donald Chapman AIA, CMB
Design ideas for a large and green rustic house exterior in Atlanta with three floors, wood cladding and a pitched roof.
Southern Minnesota Exterior Renovation Craftsman #1120
Southern Minnesota Exterior Renovation Craftsman #1120
Nordaas American HomesNordaas American Homes
Julie Sahr Photography - Bricelyn, MN
Green and medium sized traditional detached house in Other with vinyl cladding, three floors and a hip roof.
Historic Renovation in West Chester, PA
Historic Renovation in West Chester, PA
Pine Street Carpenters & The Kitchen StudioPine Street Carpenters & The Kitchen Studio
Photo by John Welsh.
Inspiration for an expansive and green traditional detached house in Philadelphia with three floors, stone cladding and a tiled roof.
Torch Lake (Rapid City) Timber Design
Torch Lake (Rapid City) Timber Design
Edgewater Design GroupEdgewater Design Group
Our clients already had a cottage on Torch Lake that they loved to visit. It was a 1960s ranch that worked just fine for their needs. However, the lower level walkout became entirely unusable due to water issues. After purchasing the lot next door, they hired us to design a new cottage. Our first task was to situate the home in the center of the two parcels to maximize the view of the lake while also accommodating a yard area. Our second task was to take particular care to divert any future water issues. We took necessary precautions with design specifications to water proof properly, establish foundation and landscape drain tiles / stones, set the proper elevation of the home per ground water height and direct the water flow around the home from natural grade / drive. Our final task was to make appealing, comfortable, living spaces with future planning at the forefront. An example of this planning is placing a master suite on both the main level and the upper level. The ultimate goal of this home is for it to one day be at least a 3/4 of the year home and designed to be a multi-generational heirloom. - Jacqueline Southby Photography
Lakemore Retreat Cottage
Lakemore Retreat Cottage
Design ClassicsDesign Classics
This is an example of a green rustic detached house in Other with three floors and a pitched roof.
Evanston, IL Siding James Hardie Siding
Evanston, IL Siding James Hardie Siding
Siding & Windows Group LtdSiding & Windows Group Ltd
Siding & Windows Group remodeled the exterior of this Evanston, IL Home with James HardiePlank Cedarmill Lap Siding and James HardieShingle Straight Edge Siding in ColorPlus Technology Color Mountain Sage and HardieTrim Smooth Boards in ColorPlus Technology Color Sail Cloth on the entire Exterior including Front Porch Entry Way. Also installed Alcoa Soffits.

Green House Exterior with Three Floors 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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