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Midcentury House Exterior with a Mixed Material Roof Ideas and Designs

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Kenilworth Project - Mid Century Modern Whole House Remodel
Kenilworth Project - Mid Century Modern Whole House Remodel
Haven Design and ConstructionHaven Design and Construction
This 1959 Mid Century Modern Home was falling into disrepair, but the team at Haven Design and Construction could see the true potential. By preserving the beautiful original architectural details, such as the linear stacked stone and the clerestory windows, the team had a solid architectural base to build new and interesting details upon. The small dark foyer was visually expanded by installing a new "see through" walnut divider wall between the foyer and the kitchen. The bold geometric design of the new walnut dividing wall has become the new architectural focal point of the open living area.
Westchester Residence
Westchester Residence
JWT AssociatesJWT Associates
The front entry incorporates a custom pivot front door and new bluestone walls. We chose all new paint colors throughout.
Photo of a medium sized and gey retro bungalow detached house in Los Angeles with wood cladding, a lean-to roof and a mixed material roof.
eichler in marinwood
eichler in marinwood
building Lab, inc.building Lab, inc.
Eichler in Marinwood - At the larger scale of the property existed a desire to soften and deepen the engagement between the house and the street frontage. As such, the landscaping palette consists of textures chosen for subtlety and granularity. Spaces are layered by way of planting, diaphanous fencing and lighting. The interior engages the front of the house by the insertion of a floor to ceiling glazing at the dining room. Jog-in path from street to house maintains a sense of privacy and sequential unveiling of interior/private spaces. This non-atrium model is invested with the best aspects of the iconic eichler configuration without compromise to the sense of order and orientation. photo: scott hargis
niguel west mid-century modern
niguel west mid-century modern
Moss Yaw Design studioMoss Yaw Design studio
mid-century mailbox at street view
Photo of a medium sized and multi-coloured retro two floor house exterior in Orange County with a mixed material roof, a black roof and a pitched roof.
Mid-Century Modern Addition
Mid-Century Modern Addition
udvari-solner design companyudvari-solner design company
quinnpaskus.com (photographer)
This is an example of a midcentury detached house in Other with wood cladding, a flat roof, a mixed material roof, a black roof and board and batten cladding.
Exterior
Exterior
Michelle Anaya ArchitectsMichelle Anaya Architects
Midcentury Modern home in Venice, California.
Inspiration for a multi-coloured and large retro two floor detached house in Los Angeles with mixed cladding, a flat roof and a mixed material roof.
Modern Blend | Custom Home
Modern Blend | Custom Home
My House Design/Build/TeamMy House Design/Build/Team
My House Design/Build Team | www.myhousedesignbuild.com | 604-694-6873 | Reuben Krabbe Photography
This is an example of a large and beige retro two floor detached house in Vancouver with stone cladding, a lean-to roof and a mixed material roof.
Prichett
Prichett
Avan Construction Inc.Avan Construction Inc.
Brick & Siding Façade
This is an example of a medium sized and blue retro two floor detached house in Houston with concrete fibreboard cladding, a hip roof, a mixed material roof, a brown roof and shingles.
Mid-Century Modern, Whole House Renovation in Spring Mill Indianapolis
Mid-Century Modern, Whole House Renovation in Spring Mill Indianapolis
WrightWorks, LLCWrightWorks, LLC
A small terrace off of the main living area is at left. Steps lead down to a fire pit at the back of their lot. Photo by Christopher Wright, CR
Medium sized and brown retro bungalow detached house in Indianapolis with wood cladding, a flat roof and a mixed material roof.
Mid-Century Modern
Mid-Century Modern
Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.
Using a variety of hardscaping materials (wood, tile, rock, gravel and concrete) creates movement and interest in the landscape. The accordion doors on the left side of the tiled patio open completely--and in two different directions--thus opening the secondary dwelling unit entirely to the outdoors.
VISTA LAS PALMAS
VISTA LAS PALMAS
UserUser
Front Elevation, Lance Gerber Studios
Large and white midcentury bungalow render detached house in Other with a pitched roof and a mixed material roof.
VISTA LAS PALMAS
VISTA LAS PALMAS
UserUser
Exterior Elevation and Covered Patio
Design ideas for an expansive and white midcentury bungalow render detached house with a pitched roof and a mixed material roof.
niguel west mid-century modern
niguel west mid-century modern
Moss Yaw Design studioMoss Yaw Design studio
Inspiration for a medium sized and multi-coloured midcentury two floor house exterior in Orange County with a half-hip roof, a mixed material roof and a black roof.
Balcones
Balcones
Soledad Builders, LLCSoledad Builders, LLC
The architecture of the Descendant House emulates the MCM home that was originally on the site. This home was designed for a multi-generational family & includes public and private living areas, as well as a guest casita. Photo by Casey Dunn Architecture by MF Architecture
Custom Home Build | Beautiful Modern, Classical & Mediterranean Homes - SC
Custom Home Build | Beautiful Modern, Classical & Mediterranean Homes - SC
The Happy Go-Lucky | Luxury Residential GroupThe Happy Go-Lucky | Luxury Residential Group
Photo of an expansive and brown midcentury two floor detached house in Orange County with mixed cladding and a mixed material roof.
Mid-Century Modern, Whole House Renovation in Spring Mill Indianapolis
Mid-Century Modern, Whole House Renovation in Spring Mill Indianapolis
WrightWorks, LLCWrightWorks, LLC
The approach elevation from the driveway. The driveway concrete and walkway slabs are a sand matrix concrete. At left, the fencing conceals a dog pen with a pet turf surface material. Photo by Christopher Wright, CR
LITTLE BEVERLY HILLS
LITTLE BEVERLY HILLS
Desert Avant-Gard Design GroupDesert Avant-Gard Design Group
Outdoor kitchen and entertaining space
Inspiration for a large and white midcentury bungalow render detached house in Other with a flat roof and a mixed material roof.
New Construction: A Residence
New Construction: A Residence
Cascade Lumber CompanyCascade Lumber Company
This "mid-century meets modern farmhouse" home features James Hardie fiber cement siding, Andersen 100 series windows in the black color, Midland Overhead overlay garage doors, Waudena front door, Qwens Corning shingles, accented with white brick from Top Block.
Kenilworth Project - Mid Century Modern Whole House Remodel
Kenilworth Project - Mid Century Modern Whole House Remodel
Haven Design and ConstructionHaven Design and Construction
This 1959 Mid Century Modern Home was falling into disrepair, but the team at Haven Design and Construction could see the true potential. By preserving the beautiful original architectural details, such as the linear stacked stone and the clerestory windows, the team had a solid architectural base to build new and interesting details upon. New modern landscaping was installed and a new linear cedar fence surrounds the perimeter of the property.
Modern Blend | Custom Home
Modern Blend | Custom Home
My House Design/Build/TeamMy House Design/Build/Team
My House Design/Build Team | www.myhousedesignbuild.com | 604-694-6873 | Reuben Krabbe Photography
Large and beige midcentury two floor detached house in Vancouver with stone cladding, a lean-to roof and a mixed material roof.

Midcentury House Exterior with a Mixed Material Roof 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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