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Rustic Extension Ideas and Designs

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500 year-old pub conversion
500 year-old pub conversion
My Planning DrawingsMy Planning Drawings
Large family home created from 500 year-old pub conversion with K-lime rendered wall, anthrecite grey windows, slate roof, oak porch on reclaimed brick walls, oak front door and electric driveway gate
External View of New Garden Room
External View of New Garden Room
16a Architecture16a Architecture
External view of a new green oak framed garden room. The extension forms part of a a complete re-model of a 1960's chalet bungalow.
Rustic bungalow extension in Devon.
Cathcart
Cathcart
AdytumAdytum
This Ranch style home is the retirement dream of our clients. After a lifetime of moving for work this will be a place to put down roots and spend the rest of their lives. This hobby farm ranch was to be a single storey with every room to have views of the gardens, horse paddocks, stables, barns or the grand openness of ‘The Estate’ as our client calls it. They were looking for a bungalow, to entertain in, make family and friends feel like home, house and extensive library, woodshop and an Olympic length lap pool. The exterior was to look like it had been born of the environment it was situated on and had been sitting for 100’s of years. Rustic materials coupled with traditional lines and high roofs are used to exaggerate the scale of this home.Local rough quarried stone is coupled with clinker brick, cedar shake roofs, rough sawn fascia and raw copper. All accented with polished keystones, window and door sills. Creating a warm and rich anchor to the lot. Grand yet inviting. Rustic yet refined in proportion and detail.
Swimmingpool addition and bathroom renovations - Gillsland Road
Swimmingpool addition and bathroom renovations - Gillsland Road
NGP Architecture LtdNGP Architecture Ltd
Expansive and beige rustic two floor rear house exterior in Edinburgh.
PROJECT ARWEN
PROJECT ARWEN
STORMSTORM
Photo of a yellow rustic bungalow glass and side house exterior in Other with a flat roof.
Gorgeous Garden Room in Kent
Gorgeous Garden Room in Kent
Specialist BlindsSpecialist Blinds
Our customer wanted individually fitted Duette® blinds so they could control the shading of each window. Look at this gorgeous shot of the exterior!
Inspiration for a rustic rear extension in Surrey.
Lilies Farm House
Lilies Farm House
WWA StudiosWWA Studios
Lilies Farm House was sensitively restored and given a touch of contemporary minimalism so as to allow the exposed parts of the historic fabric to really show their beauty. Working with timber frame buildings is a specialist subject not just in how to handle aesthetic choices, but down to the detail of specifying the right mortars and plasters to allow the building fabric to breath. Our team have significant experience in navigating the planning process with respect to historic buildings have worked on projects concerning World Heritage Sites, Scheduled Ancient Monuments, and listed buildings.
New Garden Room with Natural Slate Tiled Roof
New Garden Room with Natural Slate Tiled Roof
16a Architecture16a Architecture
External view of a new green oak framed garden room. The old concrete roof tiles have been replaced with natural slate.
Inspiration for a rustic bungalow extension in Devon.
Swimmingpool addition and bathroom renovations - Gillsland Road
Swimmingpool addition and bathroom renovations - Gillsland Road
NGP Architecture LtdNGP Architecture Ltd
Photo of an expansive and beige rustic two floor side house exterior in Edinburgh.
Green Oak Framed Garden Room
Green Oak Framed Garden Room
16a Architecture16a Architecture
External view of a new green oak framed garden room. The extension forms part of a a complete re-model of a 1960's chalet bungalow.
This is an example of a rustic bungalow extension in Devon.
Swimmingpool addition and bathroom renovations - Gillsland Road
Swimmingpool addition and bathroom renovations - Gillsland Road
NGP Architecture LtdNGP Architecture Ltd
Photo of an expansive rustic two floor rear house exterior in Edinburgh.
Swimmingpool addition and bathroom renovations - Gillsland Road
Swimmingpool addition and bathroom renovations - Gillsland Road
NGP Architecture LtdNGP Architecture Ltd
Step into a world of contemporary elegance with a touch of rustic allure. The overall style of this project effortlessly combines sleek modern elements with warm, natural accents, creating a captivating aesthetic that exudes both sophistication and charm. Every detail has been carefully considered to offer a truly harmonious living experience. As you explore this remarkable residence, prepare to be mesmerized by the exceptional renovation of the luxurious bathroom. Designed to indulge your senses, the centerpiece of this sanctuary is an expansive freestanding bathtub, beckoning you to unwind and escape into a world of relaxation. Adjacent to it, a stunning walk-in shower awaits, boasting elegant fixtures and a spacious layout, providing the perfect balance of functionality and opulence. Outside, the magic continues. The swimming pool, a true marvel of architectural ingenuity, lies gracefully beneath the staircase extension, seamlessly integrating the indoors with the outdoors. Its crystal-clear waters beckon you to take a refreshing dip, while the surrounding garden invites you to lounge in style and soak up the sun. The combination of lush greenery and the peaceful ambiance of the secluded garden creates an oasis of tranquility, perfect for unwinding or entertaining. This property stands as a testament to the vision and expertise of our team. With its modern design, enriched by rustic influences, and an abundance of luxurious features, it offers a truly exceptional living experience. Immerse yourself in the charm and elegance of this unique haven, and let it inspire you to create your own dream home.
Green Oak Framed Garden Room
Green Oak Framed Garden Room
16a Architecture16a Architecture
External view of a new green oak framed garden room. The extension forms part of a a complete re-model of a 1960's chalet bungalow.
Photo of a rustic bungalow extension in Devon.
Swimmingpool addition and bathroom renovations - Gillsland Road
Swimmingpool addition and bathroom renovations - Gillsland Road
NGP Architecture LtdNGP Architecture Ltd
Design ideas for an expansive and beige rustic two floor rear house exterior in Edinburgh.
Swimmingpool addition and bathroom renovations - Gillsland Road
Swimmingpool addition and bathroom renovations - Gillsland Road
NGP Architecture LtdNGP Architecture Ltd
Design ideas for an expansive and beige rustic two floor rear house exterior in Edinburgh.
Swimmingpool addition and bathroom renovations - Gillsland Road
Swimmingpool addition and bathroom renovations - Gillsland Road
NGP Architecture LtdNGP Architecture Ltd
Expansive and beige rustic two floor side house exterior in Edinburgh.
Entrance to New Garden Room with Natural Slate Tiled Roof
Entrance to New Garden Room with Natural Slate Tiled Roof
16a Architecture16a Architecture
Entrance to a new green oak framed garden room. The extension forms part of a a complete re-model of a 1960's chalet bungalow. The old concrete roof tiles have been replaced with natural slate.

Rustic Extension 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 rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic exterior architecture choices for your house designs.
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