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Green Midcentury House Exterior Ideas and Designs

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Winnetka Residence
Winnetka Residence
Hovs èHovs è
Mid-century modern house with large glazing.
Inspiration for a medium sized and green retro bungalow render detached house in Los Angeles with a pitched roof, a shingle roof and a brown roof.
Agnes Renovation
Agnes Renovation
Willisland Design WorksWillisland Design Works
Willis Daniels
Photo of a large and green midcentury bungalow detached house in Los Angeles with wood cladding, a half-hip roof and a shingle roof.
Maison des années 30, rénovation
Maison des années 30, rénovation
MOOVIS ArchitecteMOOVIS Architecte
Inspiration for a medium sized and green retro render detached house in Lyon with three floors, a pitched roof and a tiled roof.
Osterlund Residence
Osterlund Residence
SunSwallow Design, LLCSunSwallow Design, LLC
New addition, existing house and Master Bedroom deck from new Garden All photo's by CWR
Design ideas for a medium sized and green midcentury bungalow house exterior in Portland with wood cladding and a lean-to roof.
2239 Sunset Ave. W.
2239 Sunset Ave. W.
Gordon Wang PhotographyGordon Wang Photography
Gordon Wang © 2014
Design ideas for a green retro house exterior in Seattle with three floors and wood cladding.
Movie Colony Residence
Movie Colony Residence
Eric Aust ArchitectEric Aust Architect
Photo of a small and green retro bungalow house exterior in Orange County.
Santa Barbara House
Santa Barbara House
Kathryn Leeson-Kight KDLK Interior Design ConsultationKathryn Leeson-Kight KDLK Interior Design Consultation
Paint Color and Shutters
Design ideas for a large and green midcentury bungalow brick detached house in Other with a pitched roof and a metal roof.
Mid-Century Beach House
Mid-Century Beach House
Dovetail ProjectsDovetail Projects
Exterior and new landscaping
This is an example of a green midcentury bungalow detached house in Santa Barbara with board and batten cladding.
Pacific NW Modern Dwelling
Pacific NW Modern Dwelling
UserUser
A modern take on Pacific Northwest style was the inspiration for the renovation of this mountaintop residence. Carter Tippins Photography
This is an example of a large and green midcentury bungalow detached house in Other with mixed cladding, a pitched roof, a shingle roof, a brown roof and shiplap cladding.
Prickly Pear Sanctuary
Prickly Pear Sanctuary
R-Value HomesR-Value Homes
Large and green midcentury bungalow detached house in Grand Rapids with wood cladding, a hip roof and a shingle roof.
NAVAJO
NAVAJO
UserUser
Lance Gerber, Nuvue Interactive, LLC
Design ideas for an expansive and green midcentury bungalow house exterior in Other with wood cladding and a pitched roof.
Front Deck
Front Deck
Nugent Design Build, LLCNugent Design Build, LLC
A great kitchen addition to a classic Acorn house, tranquil interiors and open floor plan allow for free-flowing access from room to room. The exterior continues the style of the home and incorporates an ipe deck in the front and a screen porch in the back. The kitchen's vaulted ceilings add dimension and drama to an already energetic layout. The two-sided fireplace and bar area separate the living room from the kitchen while adding warmth and a conversation destination. Upstairs, a subtle yet contemporary master bath is bright and serene.
After: Montgomery Village
After: Montgomery Village
Living SpectrumLiving Spectrum
Final product!
Large and green retro split-level house exterior in DC Metro with mixed cladding.
Blowing Rock, NC Historic Home Remodel
Blowing Rock, NC Historic Home Remodel
Mountain Construction EnterprisesMountain Construction Enterprises
This is an example of a large and green retro two floor house exterior in Charlotte with stone cladding.
Major Renovation with Universal Design Elements
Major Renovation with Universal Design Elements
Irons Brothers Construction IncIrons Brothers Construction Inc
We remodeled this unassuming mid-century home from top to bottom. An entire third floor and two outdoor decks were added. As a bonus, we made the whole thing accessible with an elevator linking all three floors. The 3rd floor was designed to be built entirely above the existing roof level to preserve the vaulted ceilings in the main level living areas. Floor joists spanned the full width of the house to transfer new loads onto the existing foundation as much as possible. This minimized structural work required inside the existing footprint of the home. A portion of the new roof extends over the custom outdoor kitchen and deck on the north end, allowing year-round use of this space. Exterior finishes feature a combination of smooth painted horizontal panels, and pre-finished fiber-cement siding, that replicate a natural stained wood. Exposed beams and cedar soffits provide wooden accents around the exterior. Horizontal cable railings were used around the rooftop decks. Natural stone installed around the front entry enhances the porch. Metal roofing in natural forest green, tie the whole project together. On the main floor, the kitchen remodel included minimal footprint changes, but overhauling of the cabinets and function. A larger window brings in natural light, capturing views of the garden and new porch. The sleek kitchen now shines with two-toned cabinetry in stained maple and high-gloss white, white quartz countertops with hints of gold and purple, and a raised bubble-glass chiseled edge cocktail bar. The kitchen’s eye-catching mixed-metal backsplash is a fun update on a traditional penny tile. The dining room was revamped with new built-in lighted cabinetry, luxury vinyl flooring, and a contemporary-style chandelier. Throughout the main floor, the original hardwood flooring was refinished with dark stain, and the fireplace revamped in gray and with a copper-tile hearth and new insert. During demolition our team uncovered a hidden ceiling beam. The clients loved the look, so to meet the planned budget, the beam was turned into an architectural feature, wrapping it in wood paneling matching the entry hall. The entire day-light basement was also remodeled, and now includes a bright & colorful exercise studio and a larger laundry room. The redesign of the washroom includes a larger showering area built specifically for washing their large dog, as well as added storage and countertop space. This is a project our team is very honored to have been involved with, build our client’s dream home.
Prickly Pear Sanctuary
Prickly Pear Sanctuary
R-Value HomesR-Value Homes
Photo of a large and green midcentury bungalow detached house in Grand Rapids with wood cladding, a hip roof and a shingle roof.
ALLSCO Windows, Poolhouse | Residence
ALLSCO Windows, Poolhouse | Residence
Atis GroupAtis Group
In-House Photography
This is an example of a medium sized and green midcentury bungalow house exterior in Montreal with wood cladding and a pitched roof.
Modern Revival
Modern Revival
Made To Last Custom Homes Ltd.Made To Last Custom Homes Ltd.
Our client fell in love with the original 80s style of this house. However, no part of it had been updated since it was built in 1981. Both the style and structure of the home needed to be drastically updated to turn this house into our client’s dream modern home. We are also excited to announce that this renovation has transformed this 80s house into a multiple award-winning home, including a major award for Renovator of the Year from the Vancouver Island Building Excellence Awards. The original layout for this home was certainly unique. In addition, there was wall-to-wall carpeting (even in the bathroom!) and a poorly maintained exterior. There were several goals for the Modern Revival home. A new covered parking area, a more appropriate front entry, and a revised layout were all necessary. Therefore, it needed to have square footage added on as well as a complete interior renovation. One of the client’s key goals was to revive the modern 80s style that she grew up loving. Alfresco Living Design and A. Willie Design worked with Made to Last to help the client find creative solutions to their goals.
Warson Woods
Warson Woods
Karen Korn InteriorsKaren Korn Interiors
This is an example of a green retro bungalow house exterior in St Louis with concrete fibreboard cladding.
Ridgemont Residence
Ridgemont Residence
Hsu McCulloughHsu McCullough
Rear yard from lawn corner at dusk. Windows were inspired by Japanese shoji screens and industrial loft window systems. Horizontal alignments of all window muntin bars were fully coordinated throughout. Photo by Clark Dugger

Green Midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury exterior architecture choices for your house designs.
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