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Steamboat Springs Timber Frame
Steamboat Springs Timber Frame
Mountain Life and Home of ColoradoMountain Life and Home of Colorado
Timber Frame Home, Rustic Barnwood, Stone, Corrugated Metal Siding
This is an example of a medium sized and brown rustic detached house in Denver with three floors, mixed cladding, a pitched roof, a shingle roof and a brown roof.
HILLSIDE
HILLSIDE
Domiteaux Garza ArchitectureDomiteaux Garza Architecture
Design ideas for a large and gey contemporary brick detached house in Dallas with three floors, a butterfly roof, a metal roof and a grey roof.
Greenfield Hill Colonial
Greenfield Hill Colonial
Segerson BuildersSegerson Builders
Raised planter and fire pit in grass inlay bluestone patio
This is an example of a large and white traditional detached house in Other with three floors, wood cladding, a hip roof, a shingle roof, a brown roof and shiplap cladding.
House Beautiful Whole Home Project
House Beautiful Whole Home Project
BEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTSBEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTS
With the Whole Home Project, House Beautiful and a team of sponsors set out to prove that a dream house can be more than pretty: It should help you live your very best life.
Canal Residence
Canal Residence
Becker Morgan Group, Inc.Becker Morgan Group, Inc.
Inspiration for a large and yellow classic detached house in Other with three floors, vinyl cladding, a hip roof and a mixed material roof.
Fachada principal
Fachada principal
Alejandro Ortiz ARQUITECTOAlejandro Ortiz ARQUITECTO
En la entrada de la casa la fachada blanca de dos plantas se humaniza adelantando el hall de entrada y una marquesina de protección combinando el hormigón visto de aspecto rústico y la madera. Jardín de entrada: Juliana Castro. Fotografía: Ilê Sartuzi & Lara Girardi.
Solar Faber
Solar Faber
Hays + Ewing Design StudioHays + Ewing Design Studio
Design ideas for a medium sized and gey modern detached house in Other with three floors, mixed cladding, a hip roof and a green roof.
The Paddock
The Paddock
Dennis Hellyar ArchitectsDennis Hellyar Architects
Inspiration for a medium sized and black scandinavian detached house in Other with three floors, wood cladding, a pitched roof and a tiled roof.
1025
1025
Lane Williams ArchitectsLane Williams Architects
Squeezed into a 3600 square foot property, this 3500 square foot, four level home enjoys commanding views of downtown Seattle and Elliott Bay. Concrete, brick, cedar and metals guard against the elements.
New Hampshire Lake House
New Hampshire Lake House
Cummings Architecture + InteriorsCummings Architecture + Interiors
Situated on the edge of New Hampshire’s beautiful Lake Sunapee, this Craftsman-style shingle lake house peeks out from the towering pine trees that surround it. When the clients approached Cummings Architects, the lot consisted of 3 run-down buildings. The challenge was to create something that enhanced the property without overshadowing the landscape, while adhering to the strict zoning regulations that come with waterfront construction. The result is a design that encompassed all of the clients’ dreams and blends seamlessly into the gorgeous, forested lake-shore, as if the property was meant to have this house all along. The ground floor of the main house is a spacious open concept that flows out to the stone patio area with fire pit. Wood flooring and natural fir bead-board ceilings pay homage to the trees and rugged landscape that surround the home. The gorgeous views are also captured in the upstairs living areas and third floor tower deck. The carriage house structure holds a cozy guest space with additional lake views, so that extended family and friends can all enjoy this vacation retreat together. Photo by Eric Roth
Earlysville Timberframe
Earlysville Timberframe
Smith & Robertson, Inc.Smith & Robertson, Inc.
Wes Ellis
Design ideas for a large and beige rustic detached house in Other with three floors and stone cladding.
Earlysville Timberframe
Earlysville Timberframe
Smith & Robertson, Inc.Smith & Robertson, Inc.
Wes Ellis
Inspiration for a large and beige rustic detached house in Other with three floors and stone cladding.
Oak Street
Oak Street
Michael Abraham ArchitectureMichael Abraham Architecture
Design ideas for a large and beige traditional detached house in Chicago with three floors, stone cladding and a tiled roof.
Orchard Lake Whole House Remodel
Orchard Lake Whole House Remodel
MainStreet Design BuildMainStreet Design Build
Originally built in the early twentieth century, this Orchard Lake cottage was purchased almost 10 years ago by a wonderful couple—empty nesters with an appreciation for stunning views, modern amenities and quality craftsmanship. They hired MainStreet Design Build to design and remodel their home to fit their needs exactly. Upon initial inspection, it was apparent that the original home had been modified over the years, sustaining multiple room additions. Consequently, this mid-size cottage home had little character or cohesiveness. Even more concerning, after conducting a thorough inspection, it became apparent that the structure was inadequate to sustain major modifications. As a result, a plan was formulated to take the existing structure down to its original floor deck. The clients’ needs that fueled the design plan included: -Preserving and capitalizing on the lake view -A large, welcoming entry from the street -A warm, inviting space for entertaining guests and family -A large, open kitchen with room for multiple cooks -Built-ins for the homeowner’s book collection -An in-law suite for the couple’s aging parents The space was redesigned with the clients needs in mind. Building a completely new structure gave us the opportunity to create a large, welcoming main entrance. The dining and kitchen areas are now open and spacious for large family gatherings. A custom Grabill kitchen was designed with professional grade Wolf and Thermador appliances for an enjoyable cooking and dining experience. The homeowners loved the Grabill cabinetry so much that they decided to use it throughout the home in the powder room, (2) guest suite bathrooms and the laundry room, complete with dog wash. Most breathtaking; however, might be the luxury master bathroom which included extensive use of marble, a 2-person Maax whirlpool tub, an oversized walk-in-shower with steam and bench seating for two, and gorgeous custom-built inset cherry cabinetry. The new wide plank oak flooring continues throughout the entire first and second floors with a lovely open staircase lit by a chandelier, skylights and flush in-wall step lighting. Plenty of custom built-ins were added on walls and seating areas to accommodate the client’s sizeable book collection. Fitting right in to the gorgeous lakefront lot, the home’s exterior is reminiscent of East Coast “beachy” shingle-style that includes an attached, oversized garage with Mahogany carriage style garage doors that leads directly into a mud room and first floor laundry. These Orchard Lake property homeowners love their new home, with a combined first and second floor living space totaling 4,429 sq. ft. To further add to the amenities of this home, MainStreet Design Build is currently under design contract for another major lower-level / basement renovation in the fall of 2017. Kate Benjamin Photography
Arjean by the Sound
Arjean by the Sound
Marilyn Hill InteriorsMarilyn Hill Interiors
Interior Designer: Marilyn Kimberly Hill Builder: RMB Building & Design Photographer: G. Frank Hart Photography
Large and gey coastal detached house in Wilmington with three floors, mixed cladding, a pitched roof and a metal roof.
Stone by Stone
Stone by Stone
STONE by STONE DesignSTONE by STONE Design
Inspiration for a large and gey classic detached house in Atlanta with three floors, mixed cladding, a pitched roof and a shingle roof.
Luxurious Coastal Mediterranean
Luxurious Coastal Mediterranean
Charleston Luxury InteriorsCharleston Luxury Interiors
Photography by Anne, Anne Caufman
Large and beige mediterranean render detached house in Charleston with three floors, a hip roof and a shingle roof.
6432 83rd Place- Exterior
6432 83rd Place- Exterior
BRP ConstructionBRP Construction
BRP Construction, LLC A design-build firm in Maryland Visit us at www.brpdesignbuild.com or call us at (202) 812-9278
Inspiration for a gey and large contemporary house exterior in DC Metro with three floors, mixed cladding and a flat roof.
Hythe Residence
Hythe Residence
VictorEric Design+BuildVictorEric Design+Build
This is an example of a large and gey contemporary detached house in Vancouver with three floors, mixed cladding and a flat roof.
Summit Park House
Summit Park House
Stephenson Design CollectiveStephenson Design Collective
Andrew Pogue Photography
Large and multi-coloured contemporary render house exterior in Seattle with three floors and a flat roof.

Premium 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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