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Snap ADUSnap ADU
Stucco exterior.
This is an example of a small and green traditional bungalow render tiny house in San Diego with a pitched roof, a shingle roof and a black roof.
The Denali
The Denali
Timbercraft Tiny HomesTimbercraft Tiny Homes
Inspiration for a small and green traditional bungalow tiny house in Other with wood cladding, a pitched roof and a metal roof.
Cabin Style Accessory Dwelling Unit
Cabin Style Accessory Dwelling Unit
DeWitte ConstructionDeWitte Construction
Cabin Style ADU
Design ideas for a small and green rustic two floor tiny house in San Francisco with concrete fibreboard cladding, a pitched roof, a shingle roof and a brown roof.
New City, NY - New Backyard Pavilion
New City, NY - New Backyard Pavilion
ROAM ArchitectureROAM Architecture
These clients own a very unique home, originally constructed circa 1760 and extensively renovated in 2008. They were seeking some additional space for home exercise, but didn’t necessarily want to disturb the existing structure, nor did they want to live through construction with a young child. Additionally, they were seeking to create a better area for outdoor entertaining in anticipation of installing an in-ground pool within the next few years. This new pavilion combines all of the above features, while complementing the materials of the existing home. This modest 1-story structure features an entertaining / kitchenette area and a private and separate space for the homeowner’s home exercise studio.
GreenHouse
GreenHouse
CHRISTOPHER STROM ARCHITECTSCHRISTOPHER STROM ARCHITECTS
This accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is a sustainable, compact home for the homeowner's aging parent. Although the home is only 660 sq. ft., it has a bedroom, full kitchen (with dishwasher!) and even an elevator for the aging parents. We used many strategically-placed windows and skylights to make the space feel more expansive. The ADU is also full of sustainable features, including the solar panels on the roof.
Montclair ADU
Montclair ADU
HDR Remodeling Inc.HDR Remodeling Inc.
This is an example of a small and green traditional bungalow render tiny house in San Francisco with a hip roof, a tiled roof and a brown roof.
Inner-city suburban tiny house
Inner-city suburban tiny house
Tiny House CompanyTiny House Company
A freshly planted garden is now starting to take off. By the end of summer the house should feel properly integrated into the existing site and garden.
casita exterior
casita exterior
E5 Design-BuildE5 Design-Build
exterior landscape view of casita accessory dwelling unit (adu)
This is an example of a medium sized and green modern bungalow brick tiny house in Phoenix with a pitched roof, a shingle roof and a brown roof.
Oakland ADU
Oakland ADU
Devi Dutta ArchitectureDevi Dutta Architecture
Inspiration for a small and green modern bungalow tiny house in San Francisco with concrete fibreboard cladding, a lean-to roof and shiplap cladding.
Light Horse Property
Light Horse Property
Cawood Architecture, PLLCCawood Architecture, PLLC
Entrance to the in-law suite above the garage
This is an example of a large and green traditional two floor tiny house in DC Metro with concrete fibreboard cladding, a pitched roof, a metal roof, a black roof and board and batten cladding.
McCabe Residence
McCabe Residence
Aric Gitomer Architect LLCAric Gitomer Architect LLC
In progress as we convert this bungalow into a bungalow/saltbox shore house.
This is an example of a small and green classic two floor tiny house in New York with vinyl cladding, a pitched roof, a shingle roof, a grey roof and shiplap cladding.
2 BR 999 sqft Front Yard ADU in Carlsbad
2 BR 999 sqft Front Yard ADU in Carlsbad
Snap ADUSnap ADU
Front Exterior with Porch Overhang
Large and green classic bungalow render tiny house in San Diego with a pitched roof, a shingle roof and a brown roof.
Siding Replacement 04/14/2023
Siding Replacement 04/14/2023
KVN Construction, Inc.KVN Construction, Inc.
Transformation Tuesday! We replaced the siding on this lovely Portland home with James Hardie lap siding. The final product looks amazing.
Design ideas for a small and green retro bungalow tiny house in Portland with concrete fibreboard cladding, a half-hip roof, a shingle roof, a grey roof and shiplap cladding.
New Construction - Garage Conversion
New Construction - Garage Conversion
Bela DevelopmentBela Development
Welcome to our modern garage conversion! Our space has been transformed into a sleek and stylish retreat, featuring luxurious hardwood flooring and pristine white cabinetry. Whether you're looking for a cozy home office, a trendy entertainment area, or a peaceful guest suite, our remodel offers versatility and sophistication. Step into contemporary comfort and discover the perfect blend of functionality and elegance in our modern garage conversion.
Design ekterior little house
Design ekterior little house
ambererdmanambererdman
Small and green world-inspired tiny house in Other.
exterior view of operable garage door
exterior view of operable garage door
E5 Design-BuildE5 Design-Build
exterior view of casita accessory dwelling unit (adu). the glass garage door is open most of the year
Inspiration for a medium sized and green modern bungalow brick tiny house in Phoenix with a pitched roof, a shingle roof and a brown roof.
Light Horse Property
Light Horse Property
Cawood Architecture, PLLCCawood Architecture, PLLC
Living room of the in-law suite above the garage
This is an example of a large and green classic two floor tiny house in DC Metro with concrete fibreboard cladding, a pitched roof, a metal roof, a black roof and board and batten cladding.
GreenHouse
GreenHouse
CHRISTOPHER STROM ARCHITECTSCHRISTOPHER STROM ARCHITECTS
This accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is a sustainable, compact home for the homeowner's aging parent. Although the home is only 660 sq. ft., it has a bedroom, full kitchen (with dishwasher!) and even an elevator for the aging parents. We used many strategically-placed windows and skylights to make the space feel more expansive. The ADU is also full of sustainable features, including the solar panels on the roof.
GreenHouse
GreenHouse
CHRISTOPHER STROM ARCHITECTSCHRISTOPHER STROM ARCHITECTS
This accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is a sustainable, compact home for the homeowner's aging parent. Although the home is only 660 sq. ft., it has a bedroom, full kitchen (with dishwasher!) and even an elevator for the aging parents. We used many strategically-placed windows and skylights to make the space feel more expansive. The ADU is also full of sustainable features, including the solar panels on the roof.
GreenHouse
GreenHouse
CHRISTOPHER STROM ARCHITECTSCHRISTOPHER STROM ARCHITECTS
This accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is a sustainable, compact home for the homeowner's aging parent. Although the home is only 660 sq. ft., it has a bedroom, full kitchen (with dishwasher!) and even an elevator for the aging parents. We used many strategically-placed windows and skylights to make the space feel more expansive. The ADU is also full of sustainable features, including the solar panels on the roof.

Green Tiny House 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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