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27 Modern Mediterranean Farmhouses That Blend Rustic and Comfortable

October 29, 2025

high-res photo of modern mediterranean farmhouse, symmetrical front facade with central two-story mass flanked by one-story wings, clean stucco walls with subtle pilasters and trim, warm exterior lighting, contemporary-classic style facade: smooth off-white stucco, shallow cornices, framed columns between bays, black metal gutters and downspouts, minimal ornament, crisp lines materials: stucco, limestone-look architectural trim and sills, black steel for window/door frames and railings, clay roof tiles, light stone pavers, low boxwood hedges colors: off-white walls, dark bronze/black frames, terracotta red roof, warm amber interior glow, pale stone terrace, green lawn shape of structure: elongated rectangle with projecting gabled volume left of center, hipped-roof wings on both sides, clean horizontal banding at second-floor level roof style: low-pitch gable over central front volume, matching low-pitch hip roofs on side wings, traditional reddish-brown barrel clay tiles, single stucco chimney centered behind ridge windows style: large grid muntin casements and fixed panels in black steel, symmetrical upper-story double windows, full-height multi-light panels at ground level door style: multiple full-height black steel French doors with divided lights, evenly spaced along terrace, sidelights matching window grids outdoor area: expansive stone terrace stepping down to pool deck, square stucco-and-stone piers with lanterns, black metal guardrail on left side landing, wide steps to lawn landscaping: manicured low hedges bordering terrace, rectangular lawn panels, trimmed grass edges around pool, sparse young trees in distance surrounding background: open flat meadow, distant tree line, soft sunset sky with pink and blue hues reflecting in water setting and scene: twilight exterior, calm mirror-like rectangular swimming pool in foreground with subtle purple pool lights, photo centered on house symmetry and reflections

Check out our latest modern Mediterranean farmhouse designs that blend rustic beams and clean lines. Modern Mediterranean farmhouses are our love letter to sun, stone, …

26 Shed Homes That Are Ideal for Tiny Living

October 29, 2025October 28, 2025

high-res photo of shed home, modern minimalist facade with clean lines and strong window rhythm; colors: matte black cladding with warm mustard trim and white window sashes; shape: compact rectangular volume with single-sloped shed roof; materials: vertical board-and-batten wood siding, painted; roofing: standing-seam metal in dark gray with thin overhangs and exposed fascia in mustard; windows style: mix of three tall single-hung fronts plus clerestory ribbon of three narrow horizontal panes, one side window, all with crisp trim; door style: simple white flush door with small window set on rear side; outdoor area: narrow concrete or compacted-gravel edging perimeter path; landscaping: neatly edged green lawn, scattered fallen leaves, natural mulch strip along base; surrounding background: dense mature forest with tall trees and deep shade; setting and scene: slightly elevated three-quarter view, daylight, clean and picture-worthy woodland clearing.

Check out our shed designs that turn simple shed structures into comfortable, good-looking homes. Shed homes are where simplicity pulls on a well-tailored jacket. We’ve …

27 Exposed Concrete Facade Houses with Bold Curb Appeal

October 28, 2025

high-res photo of exposed concrete facade house, brutalist-contemporary style with board-formed concrete texture and sharp rectilinear volumes, cool gray concrete with warm vertical cedar slat accents, elongated L-shaped two-story massing with cantilevered upper level and recessed ground floor, materials: exposed board-formed concrete, vertical cedar slats, black metal trim, clear and tinted glass, river-stone base panels, roof style: flat roofs with crisp parapets, slight overhangs, windows style: large horizontal ribbon windows and full-height fixed panes in black aluminum frames, paired with vertical wood-slat screens; small narrow clerestory on side, door style: minimalist flush wood pivot door under cantilevered canopy with black hardware, outdoor area: floating concrete stepping pads leading to entry, covered carport beneath cantilever, louvered dark-gray metal fence to the side, landscaping: manicured sloped lawn, low ferns and grasses in linear beds, white cube planters, surrounding background: tall pine trees and dense woodland, blue sky with soft clouds, setting and scene: frontal three-quarter ground view on a gentle hillside, bright daylight, crisp shadows, clean and serene atmosphere.

Check out how we turn raw concrete into striking facades that balance warmth, texture, and urban edge. Exposed concrete can look stern on paper, but …

23 Modern Mansions That Are Simple But Feel Luxe

October 28, 2025

high-res photo of modern mansion, facade: bold rectilinear volumes with deep cantilevers, stacked terraces, recessed balconies, continuous horizontal bands; materials: smooth white stucco, light gray concrete, dark charcoal steel trims, warm natural wood soffits and posts, clear glass railings; colors: crisp white, soft gray, charcoal accents, warm wood tones; shape of the structure: expansive two-story U-shaped plan around a central courtyard, strong layered geometry, floating slab-like overhangs, symmetrical wings; roofing: flat roofs with thin parapets, stepped rooflines, integrated skylight above courtyard; windows style: full-height floor-to-ceiling glazing, corner wrap windows, sliding glass panels, black aluminum frames; door style: oversized pivot entry in dark wood and glass, wide sliding glass openings to terraces; outdoor area: grand central stair of floating concrete treads rising from lower lawn to main entry terrace, continuous perimeter verandas, upper-level balconies with glass balustrades, integrated linear LED soffit lighting, reflecting water rills flanking the stair; landscaping: manicured striped lawn panels, low boxwood hedges in rectilinear beds, evenly spaced ornamental grasses, small courtyard tree at center, paved stepping-stone paths in dark stone; surrounding background: open meadow with scattered trees, distant pond, clear sky with soft daylight; setting and scene: frontal three-quarter ground view, clean modern aesthetic, balanced composition with strong horizontal lines and lush green foreground.

Check out our modern mansion designs that show how simple clean lines can feel luxurious. These modern mansions aren’t just big houses; they’re living architecture …

19 Mediterranean Townhouses From Coast to Courtyard

October 27, 2025October 27, 2025

high-res photo of mediterranean townhouse, facade: symmetrical two-story stucco exterior with central arched entry portico and flanking projecting bays, clean cornice lines, wrought-iron balconies and lantern sconces, restrained classical trim; materials: smooth white stucco, black wrought iron, stone sills and coping; colors: white facade, charcoal-black metalwork, dark bronze window frames, gray stone paving, black roof tiles; shape of structure: wide rectangular massing with two square end pavilions, recessed central section with second-floor terrace, subtle stepped volumes and shallow projections; roofing: low-pitched hipped and gabled roof mix, deep eaves, dark barrel clay tiles; windows: tall rectangular casements and French doors with divided lights, arched accent window above entry, shallow box bay windows with iron Juliette rails; doors: double black-framed glass entry under arch, multiple matching French doors to terrace and garden, minimalist hardware; outdoor area: elevated central balcony with planters, ground-level loggia at entry, perimeter black iron fence on white stucco piers with lanterns, sliding vehicle gate, straight stone walkway and driveway; landscaping: manicured lawn panels, low clipped hedges, young shrubs, lavender border, mature street tree with sculptural trunk, tidy planting beds with mulch; surrounding background: quiet upscale street, neighboring white villas partly visible, clear blue sky, bright coastal light.

Check out our Mediterranean townhouse designs that use sunlit courtyards, textured stone, airy balconies, and warm palettes to bring coastal style to the street. These …

27 Mediterranean Coastal Houses As Cozy Retreats

October 27, 2025October 27, 2025

high-res photo of mediterranean coastal house, facade: two-story villa with symmetrical front, white stucco walls, arched arcades and loggia, exposed timber beams, wrought-iron balcony rails; materials: smooth stucco, natural stone base and retaining walls, dark wrought iron, carved wood; colors: ivory walls, terracotta trim, dark bronze metalwork, warm stone, clay-orange roof; windows style: tall arched windows with dark wooden frames and shutters, divided lights, small round window accents; roof style: low-pitch hipped clay terracotta tiles with ridge caps and chimney pots; door style: arched solid wood entry with iron grille, matching French doors opening to balcony and terrace; outdoor area: covered veranda on upper level, stone-paved terrace, stone steps cascading down the slope, low stone balustrades; landscaping: lavender drifts, rosemary and sage borders, olive trees, cypress spires, succulents, climbing bougainvillea on pergola posts, gravel paths; surrounding background: cliffside setting above a calm azure sea, rocky shoreline below, distant hazy horizon and soft clouds, golden late-afternoon light.

Check out our Mediterranean coastal house designs with breezy terraces, sun-washed stone and sea-friendly layouts. These coastal homes are our love letters to the Mediterranean. …

24 London-Style House Designs for Sophisticated City Living

October 27, 2025

high-res photo of london style house, Victorian/Edwardian townhouse facade; warm yellow London stock brick with crisp white painted stone trim and cornices; symmetrical front elevation with refined classical detailing. colors: buff brick, white trim, black front door and ironwork, grey-blue paving, green topiary. shape of the structure: rectilinear multi-storey townhouse, flat front, recessed central porch with shallow arch head, strong horizontal banding and lintels. materials of the building: London stock brick, painted timber moldings, stone or stucco cornices and architraves, black wrought-iron balustrade atop the porch, glazed transoms and sidelights. roofing: not fully visible; imply concealed pitched slate roof behind parapet with simple cornice line. windows: tall sash windows with white-painted frames; thin muntins; stone sills; one bay partially visible to right with horizontal blinds. doors: grand black-painted paneled timber door with two vertical frosted-glass panes, polished chrome knocker and central letterplate; flanked by white side doors with frosted-glass panels; arched transom window and rectangular clerestory lights above. outdoor area: recessed porch with geometric black-and-white encaustic tile floor and black tile step; two symmetrical tall square black planters with pruned bay trees; white pilasters framing the entry. landscaping: clipped box shrubs along brick base; neat planting beds with mulch; clean sandstone flagstone pathway in mixed tones. surrounding environment: quiet upscale London street feel; mature trees reflected in glazing; soft ambient daylight. setting and scene: straight-on, close frontal view emphasizing formal entry symmetry and refined period detailing, picture-worthy and elegant.

Check out our London-style house designs from classic brick terraces to smart contemporary refits. London homes have a certain charisma. Brick that’s seen a century, …

25 G+1 House Elevation Designs for Modern Living

October 27, 2025October 26, 2025

3D design of g+1 house elevation, contemporary facade, asymmetrical framed volumes, recessed balcony, accent feature wall with vertical grooves and floral mural, layered projections with LED wall sconces; materials, smooth plaster, stacked stone cladding at stair shaft, horizontal wooden-texture cladding panels, metal railing with clear glass, aluminum window frames; colors, warm beige base, off-white bands, deep maroon trims and fascia, dark wood-brown cladding, charcoal stone, black accent stripes; windows style, mix of square and vertical rectangles, tinted glass, aluminum dark frames, single and paired sets, balcony slider; roof style, flat parapet roof with stepped offsets and a small cantilevered maroon canopy, concealed LED uplights; door style, ground-floor single flush panel in dark wood finish with slim sidelight, balcony access door matching windows; outdoor area, low compound wall with white and maroon bands, wooden-finish gate panels, minimal plinth, subtle pathway paving, no landscaping visible.

Check out our G+1 house front elevation designs you can build and adapt to your own plot and budget. Ground plus one floor house elevations …

25 Modern Mediterranean Villas That Turn Light into a Design Element

October 26, 2025October 26, 2025

high-res photo of modern mediterranean villa, facade: asymmetrical, multi-volume massing with central pavilion and flanking wings; limewashed stone and stucco surfaces with subtle aging, rustic arches at loggia, exposed brick accents at corners and chimneys, wrought-iron details, colors: warm ivory, pale sand, terracotta, bronze-black metal, shape of the structure: low-slung two-story sections stepping horizontally, deep arcaded porch, projecting gables and towers, L-shaped footprint around pool, materials: limestone/fieldstone veneer, smooth stucco, reclaimed brick trim, dark metal railings and lanterns, wood beams and lintels, roofing: multi-tier clay barrel tile roofs with varied ridgelines, small dormers and thick eaves, windows style: tall steel-framed casements and French windows with divided panes, arched openings under loggia, dark bronze finish, doors style: oversized arched iron-and-glass entry door, matching French doors to terrace, outdoor area: long rectangular pool with light stone coping, integrated sun shelf, row of white cushioned loungers on dark metal frames, brick paver terrace, covered loggia seating, side patio niches, landscaping: Mediterranean xeriscape with gravel beds, low shrubs, agave and olive trees, clipped hedges along facade, large aged stone urns, surrounding background: arid hills and rocky outcrops under clear blue sky, setting and scene: golden-hour lighting, calm water reflections, wide frontal viewpoint centered on pool and facade.

Check out our modern Mediterranean villa designs that blend coastal charm with contemporary lines as the new kind of refined luxury. Modern Mediterranean isn’t just …

24 Row House Elevation Designs for Balanced Modern Look

October 26, 2025October 26, 2025

3D design of row house elevation, contemporary facade, bold cubic masses, recessed balconies, twin symmetric units, vertical stone-clad accent stacks, projecting box frames around windows, clean horizontal bands. Colors: turquoise, teal, aqua, light blue base, white trims, gray accents, natural stone gray. Shape of the structure: two-story plus parapet, flat rooflines with staggered heights, cantilevered balcony slabs, rectangular voids, deep reveals, strong vertical and horizontal layering. Materials: smooth painted stucco, textured ledgestone cladding on central piers, metal balcony railings in white, concrete balcony slabs, glass infill panels, metal louvers. Roofing: flat RCC roofs with parapet walls, small overhang boxes with recessed soffits. Windows: rectangular sliding windows with white frames, clear glass, some set in projecting cubic surrounds, uniform rhythm across both units. Doors: ground-floor main doors recessed under balconies, dark wood or laminate finish, flanked by narrow glazed sidelights; metal pedestrian gates with perforated panels. Outdoor area: elevated plinth with tiled ramps, low compound wall in light blue, black horizontal metal fence inserts, minimal front setback, neat concrete driveway pads, sparse lawn edges, background trees, clear sky.

Check out our row house front elevation designs that allow each house to stand out in modern style. Row houses don’t have to play copy‑paste. …

21 Colonial Cottages That Capture Early American Beauty

October 26, 2025October 25, 2025

high-res photo of colonial cottage, facade and style: symmetrical New England Colonial, two-and-a-half stories, central chimney, five-bay front, minimal eave overhang, simple cornice; colors: weathered gray cedar tone, white window muntins and trim, muted green front door; shape: rectangular massing, steep side-gabled roof, narrow depth, centered entry with small pediment; materials: horizontal cedar clapboard siding, brick chimney, painted wood trim; roof style: side-gable, medium pitch, gray wood shingles, simple eaves; windows style: double-hung sash, 6-over-6 muntins, evenly spaced in rigid grid, small attic gable windows on sides; door style: paneled wood door with sidelights, small classical pediment on brackets, simple steps; outdoor area: straight stone path to entry, low white picket fence in front, modest side stoop; landscaping: lush cottage garden with rose bushes and perennials, trimmed green lawn, mixed shrubs near foundation; surrounding background: mature deciduous and evergreen trees, neighboring cottages partially visible; setting and scene: bright clear day, blue sky, early autumn foliage framing the view.

Check out our colonial cottage designs that show timeless curb appeal and simple details worth a second look. Colonial cottages mean warmth with a backbone—graceful …

27 House Elevation Tile Designs to Transform Your Home Exterior

October 25, 2025

3D design of house elevation tile, facade, modern-contemporary with clean lines and asymmetry; dominant vertical stone cladding panel centered, flanked by smooth stucco masses and recessed glazing, materials, split-face polygonal natural stone veneer in mixed beige, sand, gray; fine-texture off-white stucco; matte charcoal metal trims and railings; clear glass, colors, neutral palette: warm beige stone, off-white stucco, charcoal metal, cool blue-tinted glazing, windows style, full-height corner curtain wall with segmented horizontal mullions; stacked rectangular windows with slim aluminum frames and dark spacers, roof style, flat roof with thin charcoal fascia and slight overhangs; concealed gutters, door style, minimalist flush slab not visible; assume concealed under balcony recess with charcoal metal canopy, outdoor area, cantilevered balcony box in off-white stucco with horizontal charcoal metal guardrail; linear parapet railing at terrace edge, landscaping, minimal urban setting; paved terrace edge; no vegetation visible.

Check out our beautiful front elevation tile designs following the latest trends. House elevation tiles do more than look pretty; they set the tone for …

27 White Colonial House Designs With Timeless Elegance

October 25, 2025

high-res photo of white colonial house, symmetrical double-gallery facade with full-length porches on two levels, classical proportions, white-painted siding with black accents; colors: crisp white exterior, black shutters and ironwork, muted gray porch ceilings, warm brick tones at steps; shape: two-story rectangular massing with deep front porches spanning width, evenly spaced columns, centered entry bay; materials: horizontal wood clapboard, turned wood balusters, smooth round wood columns, brick porch steps, wrought-iron railings, glass and wood doors; roof style: low-pitch hipped roof with wide white cornice and dentil-like blocks, concealed gutters; windows style: tall narrow double-hung sash windows with divided panes, black louvered shutters, transoms on select doors; door style: central paneled wood door with large glass panes and sidelights, black hardware, gas-style lantern above; outdoor area: two stacked porches with balustrades, hanging lanterns, ceiling fans, planter boxes along upper rail filled with trailing greenery, brick stoop leading to main door; landscaping: manicured front garden with tropical foliage, boxwood shrubs, potted plants on porch, curved low stucco wall and black iron fence, brick herringbone walkway; surrounding background: mature magnolia tree framing left side, neighboring historic structures partially visible, soft overcast daylight, calm upscale streetscape.

Check out our white colonial house designs with timeless facades and beautiful details. White colonial homes carry a quiet kind of confidence—clean lines, balanced proportions, …

27 Corner House Elevation Designs for Stylish Street Facing Homes

October 24, 2025

3D design of corner house elevation, facade, materials, colors, windows style, roof style, door style, outdoor area, landscaping. - Facade and style: Contemporary cubic composition with bold cantilevers, layered volumes, recessed balconies, and vertical light niches; sharp edges and clean lines. - Colors: Charcoal black, warm gray concrete, white accent panels, medium walnut brown cladding; warm ambient lighting. - Shape of the structure: Two-story L-shaped corner massing with stepped third-level terrace box; deep corner cut-out forming a double-height balcony; projecting frames and asymmetrical blocks. - Materials of the building: Exposed fair-faced concrete, smooth plaster, matte fiber-cement cladding in charcoal, vertical wood-look panels, perforated metal screen panel, glass balustrades. - Roofing: Flat parapet roofs with thin floating cornice bands and concealed strip lighting; partial terrace roof over balcony. - Windows: Mix of square and rectangular openings; black slim aluminum frames; some recessed within thick projecting boxes; one corner window with glass railing; frosted side slit windows. - Doors: Main entry double door in dark wood with horizontal slats and sidelights; balcony sliding glass doors in black aluminum. - Outdoor structures: Low perimeter wall in charcoal with integrated planter boxes; stepped concrete planters in front; recessed LED bollard lights along base; paved corner sidewalk and driveway edge; minimal tropical planting with palms and shrubs.

Check out how our corner house elevation designs handle tricky street angles, maximize light and privacy, and turn tight plots into standout façades. Corner plots …

26 Mediterranean Tiny Houses Inspiring Old-World Simplicity

October 24, 2025

high-res photo of mediterranean tiny house, whitewashed stucco facade with smooth plaster finish and warm wood trim, terracotta and natural wood tones, compact rectangular footprint with shallow eaves and a front porch canopy, walls in limewashed white with exposed timber posts and beams, clay barrel-tile gable roof with moderate pitch and tidy ridge line, small dormer skylights not visible from front, wood-framed casement windows with divided lites and exterior shutters in honey cedar stain, solid plank wooden front door with small glass panel and wrought-iron pull, covered timber porch with simple bracketed posts and terracotta potted plants on both sides, stone paver path leading to the entry and low ground lights, landscaping with banana plants, succulents, lavender, and low boxwood edging, mulched beds and tidy lawn strip, surrounding background with cedar privacy fence and mature trees casting dappled light, early golden-hour scene with soft shadows and clear sky.

Our tiny Mediterranean house designs use sun-washed stucco, breezy patios, and smart layouts to bring real Mediterranean charm into small spaces. Mediterranean tiny house designs …

24 Classic House Elevation Designs That Stand the Test of Time

October 24, 2025

3D design of classic house elevation, facade: symmetrical three-story front, neoclassical style with tall pilasters, recessed central bay, deep cornices, and arched loggias; integrated warm LED uplighting outlining arches and columns. Materials: smooth stucco with stone accent wall at ground level niches, wrought-iron railings and gate, molded trims. Colors: warm ivory main facade, taupe vertical spine, beige cornices, dark bronze metalwork, soft gold lighting. Shape of the structure: narrow urban frontage, flat parapet roofline, projecting balconies with thick profiles, recessed portals, strong vertical rhythm. Roofing: hidden flat roof behind parapet. Windows: arched openings on second and third floors with thick archivolts; rectangular clerestory window at ground floor; black-framed glazing, clear glass. Doors: solid wood main door with vertical panel and metal handle, set in rectangular stucco surround; wrought-iron double driveway gate with scrollwork. Outdoor area: small front setback with tiled apron; three illuminated arched niches with planters over stone facing; continuous planter boxes on balcony edges with cascading greenery; side boundary walls; wall-mounted lanterns; flanking palms and trimmed shrubs. Landscaping: minimal, manicured, symmetrical, potted plants and low hedges along facade.

Check out our classic elevation designs for timeless facades. Here balanced symmetry, brick and stone with trim details shape a classic look. Classic facades carry …

25 Traditional Colonial House Designs That Define Classic Style

October 23, 2025

high-res photo of traditional colonial house, symmetrical Georgian-inspired facade with red brick walls, white trim, black shutters, classical entry portico with pediment and sidelights, colors: red brick, white woodwork, black accents; rectangular two-and-a-half-story shape with side gable ends and rear sunroom wing; materials: brick masonry, painted wood trim and railings, stone foundation; roofing: gray slate shingle roof, central brick chimney, dormers with arched fanlight windows, small eyebrow gable vents; windows style: multi-pane double-hung sash in white frames, evenly spaced, transom grids on sunroom, arched attic windows on gables; door style: white paneled door with glass sidelights under pedimented portico, brass hardware; outdoor area: wraparound white lattice-balustrade terrace above sunroom, concrete curved driveway leading to side, brick steps at entry; landscaping: manicured lawn, dense foundation plantings, azalea and rhododendron massings in white and pink, hostas and low shrubs, mature deciduous trees providing dappled shade; surrounding background: quiet leafy neighborhood with similar brick houses, soft golden-hour lighting, serene garden setting.

Check out our traditional colonial house designs that show modern is not be-all and end-all. Colonial homes carry more than symmetry and shutters; they hold …

27 Modern House Front Elevation Grill Designs with Creative Details

October 24, 2025October 23, 2025

3D design of modern house elevation grill, facade, materials, colors, windows style, roof style, door style, outdoor area, landscaping. - Facade and style: Clean-lined contemporary elevation with rectilinear massing; primary feature is a full-height geometric metal grill forming accent panels and balcony guards; asymmetrical composition with offset volumes. - Colors: Monochrome palette; matte charcoal gray grills; facade in warm light gray and off-white; occasional natural wood accent cladding in teak tone; dark graphite trims. - Shape of the structure: Two-story boxy volumes with cantilevered upper slab; recessed entry bay; vertical side fin and horizontal slab bands framing the grill zones. - Materials of the building: Smooth cement plaster, fiber-cement panels, teak-look slats, exposed concrete bands, powder-coated MS grill in random triangulated pattern with varying bar angles and densities; clear glass balustrades pairing with grill sections. - Roofing: Flat parapet roof with slim coping; hidden gutter line; rooftop edge in dark metal fascia. - Windows: Large floor-to-ceiling aluminum sliders in black, paired behind the grill screens; corner glazing on cantilever; narrow vertical clerestories aligned with fins; clear low-iron glass. - Doors: Flush pivot main door in vertical wood veneer with black pull; garage door in ribbed dark metal. - Outdoor structures: Front balcony wrapped with the same triangulated grill module; ground-level boundary wall inset with matching grill panels; slim planter ledge below windows; minimalist concrete steps and floating slab pathway; gravel bed with low boxwood and ornamental grasses; concealed warm linear uplights washing the grill and fins.

Check out our stylish elevation grill designs and see how they boost a home’s curb appeal, increase privacy, and add a clean, modern finish. Modern …

23 Modern Waterfront House Designs with Breathtaking Views

October 23, 2025

high-res photo of modern waterfront house, facade: crisp white contemporary boxy elevation with strong horizontal lines and deep overhangs; materials: smooth stucco, painted aluminum, glass, timber accents; colors: white primary, light gray metals, natural wood highlights; shape of the structure: two-story rectilinear volumes stacked symmetrically, wide upper balcony mass centered above full-width ground terrace; roof style: flat roofs with broad projecting eaves; windows style: large floor-to-ceiling sliders on ground level, upper level with full-height louvered shutters and clerestory-style panels, slim aluminum frames; door style: glass sliding doors centered and flanked by matching panes; outdoor area: expansive covered waterfront terrace with lounge and dining zones, horizontal slat guardrail, central timber bench on steps, side ramp leading to a small dock, stone-edged stair to sand; landscaping: low coastal planting in planters and beds, river rock retaining strip, manicured shrubs at sides; surrounding background: neighboring modern homes, clear blue sky; setting and scene: house fronting calm water with sandy shoreline in foreground, bright daylight, clean reflections on water.

Check out our modern waterfront house designs and see how we use light, views, and smart layouts to make shoreline living more connected to the …

24 New Modern Front Elevation Designs for Your Inspiration

October 22, 2025

3D design of modern new front elevation, facade, materials, colors, windows style, roof style, door style, outdoor area, landscaping. - Facade and style: Minimalist contemporary cubic massing with deep rectangular voids and cantilevered slabs; strong horizontal lines; clean, sharp edges; integrated recessed lighting. - Colors: White primary, warm light-wood accents, medium gray secondary, charcoal trims, clear glass, black metal railings. - Shape of the structure: Two- to three-story stacked volumes; left block tall and narrow, right blocks stepped with projecting balconies; asymmetrical composition with overhangs. - Materials of the building: Smooth white stucco, vertical wood cladding panels, textured gray plaster, exposed concrete soffits, aluminum profiles, clear tempered glass balustrades. - Roofing: Flat roof planes with parapets; slight cantilevers over balconies; concealed gutters. - Windows: Floor-to-ceiling glazing; slim black aluminum frames; vertical strip windows on side bay; sliding glass doors to balconies; clear glass. - Doors: Main entry a flush pivot door in dark wood with narrow side lite; secondary balcony sliders in aluminum and glass. - Outdoor structures: Floating slab steps to entry; covered porch within recessed volume; double driveway in light gray pavers; carport implied by overhang; upper balconies with glass railings and planter ledges; warm recessed ceiling lights. - Landscaping: Low hedges along boundary, clipped shrubs, small potted topiaries at entry, minimal lawn strips, few slender palms in background.

Here’s the latest release of our new modern front elevation designs. These are cutting-edge designs to get inspired. These front elevations are our take on …

24 Southern Colonial Houses with Classic Charm

October 22, 2025

high-res photo of southern colonial house, grand symmetrical facade with two-story wraparound porches, full-height classical columns and balustrades, central curved balcony, pediment with oval window and dentil molding, side wings stepped back; soft cream clapboard siding with white trim and railings, red brick foundation accents; rectangular massing with projecting central bay and hipped side wings; painted wood siding, decorative woodwork, brick porch steps, stone plinths; complex hip roof with multiple front-facing gables, dormers, and cupola-like vents, dark gray slate shingles, prominent red brick chimney; tall double-hung sash windows with divided lights, shutters absent, elliptical fanlight window in pediment; grand double front door with transom and sidelights, paneled wood, white; broad front steps in red brick leading to porch, sweeping curved stair rails, wraparound veranda with turned balusters, second-story balcony with solid balustrade; manicured landscaping with trimmed hedges, low shrubs, ornamental grasses, mulch beds, two young deciduous trees, expansive green lawn; suburban street foreground with curb and drive, neighboring greenery softly visible, clear blue sky, bright daylight, picture-perfect setting.

Check out our southern colonial house designs and see how big porches, tall windows, and classic facades make charming architecture with a modern twist. These …

18 Modern Glass Castles That Redefine Contemporary Architecture

October 22, 2025

high-res photo of modern glass castle, faceted neo-futurist facade with layered gabled volumes and transparent atriums, cool neutral palette with clear glass, charcoal steel frames, and warm interior light glow; rectilinear terraced massing at base rising to clustered steep triangular gables and spires; materials: low-iron glass curtain walls, matte black steel mullions, exposed concrete slabs, brushed aluminum railings; roof style: multi-tiered steep glass gables and ridges, frameless glass peaks, minimal gutters; windows style: full-height floor-to-ceiling panes, grid-like mullions, operable casements within large bays; door style: oversized frameless glass pivot doors and sliding glass panels with slim black tracks; outdoor area: broad concrete stairways, cantilevered glass-balustrade terraces, linear balconies, recessed fire pit, sleek reflecting pool; landscaping: sculpted boulders, planter beds with grasses and ferns, young maples, uplighting along paths; surrounding background: dense conifer forest, twilight sky with soft blue gradient, misty atmosphere, subtle ground fog; setting and scene: frontal ground-level view, dramatic night illumination, reflections on glass, crisp shadows, cinematic composition.

Check out our striking modern glass castle designs that give you a way to bring medieval to modern architecture. We grew up loving castles; we …

26 Black Barn Houses Inspiring Modern Rustic Living

October 21, 2025

high-res photo of black barn house, modern minimalist facade with full-height glazed gable wall and vertical ribbed cladding, deep eaves and sharp lines; colors: matte charcoal black exterior, warm interior lighting, clear glass; shape of the structure: elongated rectangular volume with tall A-frame gable, two stories, open gable end; materials: standing-seam metal siding and roof, aluminum-framed glazing, concrete terrace, black steel details; roof style: steep pitched standing-seam metal roof with flush ridge, integrated skylights on one slope, clean gutters; windows style: floor-to-ceiling sliders along side facade, narrow vertical windows, expansive two-story gable glazing with black mullions; door style: large sliding glass doors in black frames, minimal handles, flush thresholds; outdoor area: broad polished concrete patio wrapping two sides, integrated low planter box, modern outdoor sofa set; landscaping: crisp rectilinear lawn panels with sharp edges, minimal planting, manicured grass; surrounding background: open rural fields and distant tree line under dramatic sunset sky, wide horizon.

Check out our black barn house designs in simple forms, natural textures, and iconic silhouettes that come to life in modern architecture. These black barn …

21 Tiny Concrete Houses As Bold As They Are Small

October 21, 2025October 21, 2025

high-res photo of tiny concrete house, tropical modern facade with clean lines and airy details; materials: smooth off-white cast concrete blocks, natural teak wood screens and frames, woven bamboo infill panels; colors: light beige concrete, warm honey wood, tan bamboo, dark gray metal accents; shape of the structure: single-story rectangular volume with slightly projecting left concrete wing and recessed central bay; roofing: asymmetric single-slope corrugated metal roof with deep overhangs and a clerestory gap for ventilation; windows style: tall narrow fixed and casement windows in teak frames, grouped in a four-panel set on the right; door style: full-height sliding wood-and-glass panels integrated with vertical teak slat screen and woven bamboo shutter; outdoor area: compact gravel forecourt, thin concrete plinth base, minimal step-free threshold; landscaping: sparse white gravel around the house, trimmed green lawn in foreground, scattered small shrubs; surrounding background: dense palm trees and tropical foliage, simple light structure with horizontal planters to the right; setting and scene: bright daylight, clear sky, calm rural tropics, frontal centered composition.

Check out our tiny concrete house designs that inspire downsizing and making proper use of that space. We kinda fell for concrete’s honesty—strong, quiet, low‑drama—so …

24 Mediterranean Stone Houses in Coastal Minimalism

October 21, 2025

high-res photo of mediterranean stone house, facade: rustic fieldstone walls with stucco infill, deep wood beam porch, symmetrical bays, exposed timber posts and corbels, wrought-iron lanterns; colors: warm sandstone, light taupe stucco, dark bronze metal, aged cedar, terracotta roof tiles; shape of the structure: single-story, U-shaped courtyard composition, central pavilion with flanking wings, tall rectangular chimney; materials: mixed rubble stone, smooth stucco, heavy timber, steel-framed glass, limestone trim; roof style: low-pitched gabled clay barrel tiles with generous eaves and wood rafter tails; windows style: black steel grid casements and French doors, tall narrow proportions, transoms; door style: steel-and-glass pivot and French doors, dark bronze hardware; outdoor area: covered loggia with stone steps, two lounge chairs and small tables, pendant lanterns, adjacent pergola-like overhangs; landscaping: trimmed lawn panels, linear limestone coping, Mediterranean shrubs, olive trees, gravel beds; surrounding background: clear sky, distant low hills; setting and scene: tranquil pool in foreground with limestone edging reflecting the facade, soft late-afternoon light, clean and orderly composition.

Check out how our Mediterranean stone house designs handle sun, sea air, with textured materials, and timeless curb appeal. We’re drawn to salt air, quiet …

23 Concrete Panel Facade Houses That Elevate Modern Curb Appeal

October 20, 2025

high-res photo of concrete panel facade house, minimalist contemporary style with sharp lines and monolithic massing; facade: large precast concrete panels with vertical joints, shallow relief bamboo motif carved across panels, crisp edges, cantilevered white-rendered volume framing a tall slit window; materials: smooth light-gray concrete, white stucco, vertical timber battens, dark-stained timber cladding, black metal trims; colors: light gray, white, warm natural wood, dark brown, black accents; shape of the structure: rectilinear two-story block with flush facade plane, offset cantilever forming recessed entry side, clean cube-like geometry; roofing: flat roof with hidden parapets; windows: minimal frameless glazing, one tall narrow window with dark aluminum frame, reflective glass; doors: flush dark timber pivot door set in recessed shadow gap, concealed hardware; outdoor area: exposed aggregate concrete forecourt, low dark stone boundary wall, vertical timber screen along garage bay; landscaping: sparse modern planting, potted bamboo in brushed metal planters, young deciduous tree with slender branches, gravel strip; surrounding background: urban residential context with neighboring masonry and stucco buildings, overcast sky with soft daylight, clean lines and calm atmosphere.

See how our different concrete panel facade designs shape curb appeal, light, and texture on the exterior. We got hooked on concrete panels for the …

24 Mediterranean Bungalows with Tons of Coastal Charm

October 20, 2025October 20, 2025

high-res photo of mediterranean bungalow, facade: symmetrical arcade with tall stucco arches, deep recesses, wrought-iron sconces, climbing vines; materials: warm sand-colored stucco, limestone trim, dark bronze metal accents; colors: beige walls, terracotta-brown roof, black ironwork, natural stone pavers; shape: low, elongated single-story massing with two taller hipped-roof pavilions and central colonnade; roofing: clay barrel tiles on multiple hip roofs, small dormers with black-framed windows; windows style: arched wood-framed French windows under the arcade, clerestory dormer windows with divided panes; door style: double arched wooden doors with glass panels and iron grilles; outdoor area: covered loggia with arched openings, adjacent pergola in dark timber, paved courtyard in cobblestone pattern, stone fountain basin; landscaping: palm trees, trimmed hedges, low succulents, cactus planters, sandy foreground merging into stone paths; surrounding background: coastal vibe with bright sky and distant water hints; setting and scene: sunlit seaside lot, clean shadows, picture-worthy composition centered on the arched facade and palm-lined approach.

Check out the sun-washed palettes and breezy courtyards that make our Mediterranean bungalow designs feel relaxed, practical, and inviting. We sketched these Mediterranean bungalows with …

23 Colonial Farmhouses You’ll Love for Their Classic Charm

October 20, 2025

high-res photo of colonial farmhouse, symmetrical Colonial Revival facade with central two-story block and side-gabled wings, crisp white exterior with light-gray undertones and charcoal shutters, balanced massing with modest dormers and classical portico; colors: white siding, black-gray shutters, natural red-brown brick chimneys, warm gray roof; shape: rectangular main volume, lower side wings, clean rooflines, centered entry; materials: painted cedar shingles and clapboard mix, white wood trim, brick chimneys, stone foundation accents; roof style: medium-pitch gable roofs with wood or architectural shingle finish, three front-facing gable dormers on main roof, copper flashing; windows style: tall double-hung multi-pane sash windows with white muntins, evenly spaced, paired units on main level, small attic dormer windows, decorative louvered shutters in charcoal; door style: classic paneled front door with sidelights and transom, under a pedimented portico with square columns, lantern pendant; outdoor area: brick front steps and stoop, bluestone walkway curving to driveway, side service door with small gable hood, wooden garden bench on bluestone pad, traditional post lantern; landscaping: manicured lawn on gentle slope, low boxwood borders, mixed perennial beds, blooming hydrangeas, ornamental trees, mulch beds, trimmed shrubs; surrounding background: mature deciduous trees framing property, dense green woodland backdrop, clear blue sky and bright daylight; setting and scene: wide-angle ground-level view, tidy suburban estate atmosphere, picture-perfect summer garden.

Get a closer look at our colonial farmhouse designs that make the best of the timeless style, sturdy materials, and charming details. We’re after the …

25 Colonial Brick Houses That Stand the Test of Time

October 19, 2025

high-res photo of brick colonial house, symmetrical two-story facade with central pediment and round gable window, red brick walls with white trim and quoins, balanced proportions, rectangular mass with side extensions; colors: warm red brick, crisp white woodwork, dark gray roof, black window muntins; materials: handmade brick, painted wood cornices and columns, stone steps and sills, wrought-iron railings; roof style: medium-pitch gabled roof with gray shingles, two front dormers with pediments, twin white masonry chimneys; windows style: tall multi-pane double-hung windows with white shutters, transoms on ground-floor bays, flower boxes beneath some sills; door style: centered paneled wood door painted deep black, classical semicircular portico with paired white columns and balustrade, fanlight and sidelights; outdoor area: curved stone walkway leading from gravel drive to front steps, low white balustrade balcony above entry, side patio hinted by hedges; landscaping: manicured boxwood hedges, clipped topiaries flanking entry, layered shrub beds with seasonal flowers, small ornamental trees, circular stone fountain on left lawn, lush green grass; surrounding background: mature conifers and deciduous trees, distant open fields, clear sky; setting and scene: bright daytime, clean shadows, slightly elevated frontal viewpoint, picture-perfect suburban estate.

Check out our colonial style brick house designs where classic symmetry meets modern ease. We have true brick bonds, quiet details, daylight-rich flow, and mantel-side …

22 Modern Tudor Mansions Where Charm Meets Luxury

October 19, 2025October 19, 2025

high-res photo of modern tudor mansion, facade: expansive multi-wing estate with steep front-facing gables, decorative half-timbering with clean lines, recessed bays, stone chimneys, illuminated eaves; materials: pale limestone base, light stucco infill, warm natural wood timbers, dark metal accents; colors: soft gray stone and stucco, honey-toned wood, charcoal roof, black window frames; shape of the structure: sprawling asymmetrical plan with interlocking volumes, multiple cross-gabled masses, attached carriage-wing and porte-cochere; roofing: layered slate-shingle look, steep pitches, varied ridge heights, dormers, robust chimneys with caps; windows style: tall narrow casements and grouped mullioned panes, black frames, some oriel-like projections, clerestory bands on gables; door style: arched main entry with sidelights, secondary glass doors under covered porch, carriage-house arched openings; outdoor area: cobblestone motor court, porte-cochere drive-through, stone steps, low garden walls, house number plinth at curb; landscaping: manicured hedges, shaped shrubs, flowering beds, ornamental trees, uplighting along paths, trimmed lawn; surrounding background: wooded suburban setting, neighboring greenery and distant tree line; setting and scene: aerial dusk view with warm interior glow, soft path lighting, clean paved street in foreground.

Check out how we updated timbers, steep gables, and brick-and-stone textures to make these modern Tudor mansion designs. Our modern Tudor mansion designs get inspiration …

27 French Tudor Style Houses Inspiring Old World Charm

October 19, 2025

high-res photo of french tudor style house, asymmetrical stone-and-brick facade with half-timber accents, steep cross-gables and a round turret with conical roof, mix of fieldstone walls and red brick chimney and trim, warm beige stone with weathered gray mortar, deep red-brown timber brackets and balcony, compact L-shaped massing with projecting gables and recessed entry porch, slate-look dark gray shingle roof with prominent pitches, shed dormers and small cupola, arched multi-pane windows in cream frames, tall leaded casements on turret, arched transom main entry in dark wood, carriage-style garage doors under timbered arcade, wrought-iron Juliet balcony on front gable, curved concrete driveway with brick edging leading to entry, low stone edging beds with shrubs and flowering plants, manicured lawn with curved mulch beds and decorative boulders, young trees and trimmed hedges, suburban setting with blue sky, soft daylight, picture-perfect composition.

Check out our French Tudor style house designs that blend steep gables, half-timbering, and rustic stonework into modern living. Get that old world charm on! …

27 U-Shaped Houses With Pools in the Middle

October 19, 2025October 18, 2025

high-res photo of u-shaped house with pool in middle, facade and style: rustic European manor, mixed stone and smooth stucco, timber accents, wrought-iron sconces, colors: tan/gray stone, warm beige stucco, charcoal roof, bronze/black metals, amber interior glow, shape of structure: deep U-plan with two steep-gabled wings and a lower connecting gallery enclosing the courtyard, materials: natural fieldstone, stucco, stained wood, black steel, flagstone paving, roofing: steep gables in dark slate, copper gutters, tall stone chimney, windows: wood casement windows with divided lights and transoms, doors: continuous wood French doors, some arched, dark hardware, outdoor structures: covered porch/arcade along the courtyard with stone columns and timber beams, irregular flagstone deck, freeform pool with raised circular spa spilling via weir, stone coping, wall lanterns, small boulder fire feature, landscaping: river rock beds, boulders, evergreen shrubs, ornamental grasses, one shrub wrapped in warm string lights, low path lights, surrounding environment: wooded lot with tall leafless trees, setting and scene: dusk, overcast sky, warm reflections on the water, wide-angle courtyard view.

Check out our u-shaped homes that frame a pool at the center. Isn’t it a dream? These U-shaped homes grow from our love of courtyard …

26 Dutch Colonial Style Houses With Classic Curb Appeal

October 18, 2025October 18, 2025

high-res photo of dutch colonial style house, symmetrical two-story red-brick facade with central entry, broad gambrel silhouette, left one-story enclosed sunroom wing, end-wall brick chimney, white cornice and trim; materials: red brick masonry, painted white wood trim and gutters, concrete stoop; colors: deep red brick, crisp white trim, black shutters, medium-brown roof, red front door; windows style: white double-hung multi-pane windows with black shutters on the main facade, smaller second-story windows tucked under the gambrel eave, continuous ribbon of narrow multi-lite windows on the sunroom; roof style: wide gambrel roof clad in brown asphalt shingles with modest overhangs and white rake boards; door style: central red paneled door beneath a white semicircular pedimented portico with paired round columns; outdoor area: short white steps, narrow curved concrete walkway to the street, side wooden privacy fence on the right; landscaping: manicured lawn, dark mulch beds, evergreen foundation shrubs, blooming red azaleas; surrounding background: mature deciduous trees framing a quiet suburban corner, asphalt road and curb, neighboring houses softened by foliage, bright overcast sky.

Check out our Dutch Colonial style house designs for a fresh cut of traditional architecture. The Dutch Colonial style has the knack for making every …

25 Spanish Colonial Style Houses That Inspire Dreams

October 18, 2025October 18, 2025

high-res photo of spanish colonial style house, symmetrical two-story facade in smooth white stucco with deep window reveals; colors: white plaster, terracotta red roof, cream trim, warm natural wood; shape of structure: elongated rectangle with centered entry bay; materials: plastered masonry, rusticated stone accents, heavy timber, wrought iron; roof style: low-pitched hipped roof with red clay barrel tiles and rounded eaves; windows style: multi-pane casement and French windows with cream louvered shutters, shallow sills, small wrought-iron guards, warm interior glow; door style: central arched plank-wood double door with iron straps set in a rusticated stone arch with keystone, flanked by matching wrought-iron wall lanterns; outdoor area: recessed entry with short stone steps, wide gravel motor court; landscaping: clipped hedges, potted plants at the doorway, bougainvillea vines beneath upper windows, tall yucca-like palms framing the facade; surrounding background: mature Mediterranean trees beyond the roofline; setting and scene: dusk golden hour, clear gradient sky, straight-on courtyard view.

Check out our Spanish Colonial home designs with arches, red clay roofs, and shaded courtyards. These timeless details will inspire your own dream home. Creating …

25 English Tudor Houses in Classic English Grace

October 17, 2025

high-res photo of english tudor house, steep Tudor Revival facade with dominant front cross-gable and exposed half-timbering, colors: cream stucco, dark brown timbers and trim, warm red-brown brick, multitone tan-brown stone, slate gray roof, shape: two-story asymmetrical massing with projecting central gable, right-side porte-cochere bay, tall left brick chimney, materials: brick, stucco, timber, cut stone, slate, wood, roof: steep slate shingles, intersecting cross-gables, small front gable dormer, decorative gable finial, deep eaves, windows: multi-pane casement windows with dark mullions, large ground-floor canted bay window, grouped upper gable windows, warm interior glow, door: arched wooden plank door set in carved stone Tudor arch, outdoor area: straight concrete walkway to entry, shallow step, curved stone-paver driveway passing under brick porte-cochere, landscaping: manicured lawn, clipped boxwoods, layered evergreen and flowering shrubs, low groundcovers, mature deciduous trees framing, surrounding background: leafy residential garden, sunset sky in pink and lavender, calm twilight scene.

Check out our English Tudor style house designs with timber framing, steep gables, and brick-and-stone details. Want one? We fell for the quiet drama of …

27 Small Tudor Style Houses With Storybook Beauty

October 17, 2025

high-res photo of small tudor style house, asymmetrical Tudor Revival facade with steep front-facing gables and half-timbered central panel, colors: red brick, off-white stucco, dark brown timbers and trim, warm tan stone accents, shape of structure: compact cross-gabled massing with projecting right bay and small entry gable, materials: clinker-style brick, roughcast stucco infill, painted wood trim, cut sandstone surrounds, dark metal gutters, roofing: steep dark gray slate-look shingles, tall red-brick chimney with stone banding, windows style: white-painted wood casements and picture windows with fine muntin grids, large ground-floor bay window in stone-trimmed opening, narrow arched window high in right gable, small rectangular window in central gable, door style: arched plank wood door with small round lite, iron hardware, stone quoined surround, wall lanterns, outdoor area: broad concrete steps with low wrought-iron rails leading to a modest brick stoop, potted topiary, low brick foundation ledge, landscaping: manicured emerald lawn, layered boxwood hedges, hydrangeas, perennials, mulched beds, small ornamental tree and climbing greenery, surrounding background: mature deciduous trees framing the lot and glimpses of neighboring roofs, setting and scene: clear summer daylight with soft even light, clean and picture-worthy suburban street.

Check out our small Tudor house designs that blend storybook charm with practical layouts you can actually build and live in. We’ve always been drawn …

26 Metal Barn Houses with Timeless Modern Appeal

October 17, 2025

high-res photo of metal barn house, modern gabled barndominium facade with centered small gabled entry and lean-to side porches, vertical cladding and white corner trim; materials: ribbed metal siding, standing-seam steel roof, exposed cedar posts and beams, concrete slab base; colors: matte charcoal-black cladding and roof, natural honey wood, white trims and frames; windows style: rectangular white-framed four-lite windows, evenly spaced on front and side; roof style: symmetrical low-pitch gable main roof with standing-seam panels, shed roofs over side porches, small gabled porch roof with timber truss; door style: single half-lite entry door, one oversized black roll-up garage door with white surround; outdoor area: broad concrete slab porches and walkways, wide gravel driveway and turnaround; landscaping: desert xeriscape with raked gravel, grouped cacti, agave, yucca, sparse grasses; surrounding background: open arid plain, distant low mountains, dramatic sunset sky with warm clouds, golden-hour light.

Check out our good-looking metal barn houses that bring utilitarian design to a new level. We took inspiration for these metal barn homes from real …

25 Nordic Barn Houses That Inspire Modern Rustic Living

October 16, 2025October 16, 2025

high-res photo of nordic barn house, minimalist elongated single-story gabled facade with vertical lines, attached full-height gabled glasshouse pavilion in black steel and glass; materials: honey-toned vertical timber cladding, matte black powder-coated metal trims, clear glazing, standing-seam metal; colors: warm natural wood, matte black, transparent glass; windows style: floor-to-ceiling panes with slim black frames, one horizontal clerestory strip; roof style: steep standing-seam gable, matte black, tight eaves; door style: wide black-framed sliding glass doors, full-height; outdoor area: permeable grass-filled grid pavers forming a courtyard, light wood picnic table with beige parasol, round black steel grill, wall sconces, wood storage and planters; landscaping: low shrubs, potted trees, young climbers against facade; surrounding background: dense Nordic woodland with birch and pine, bright daytime with soft natural light.

Check out our Nordic barn house designs that turn simple gable forms, natural materials, and clean lines into warm, practical homes you can actually picture …

22 Rustic Sheds for Your Backyard Charm

October 16, 2025

high-res photo of rustic shed, cabin-style facade with horizontal lap siding on sides and vertical board-and-batten at the front gable, weathered dark-brown wood with blue‑gray trim, compact single-story rectangular form with small front porch and extended left eave, rough-sawn timber cladding and aged planks, cedar shake gable roof with deep overhangs and exposed rafter tails, narrow tall divided-light casement windows with painted frames and metal flower boxes, centered vertical-plank wooden door with simple trim and dark hardware, low timber deck porch with a vintage chair, potted terracotta plants, and a rustic hanging wooden sign on a bracket; side wall trellises with climbing vines, a weathered potting table, and a barrel planter, cottage-style garden beds hugging the base, mown grass clearing and a rustic fence edge, dense conifer forest backdrop in soft natural daylight.

Check out our sturdy and character-rich rustic shed designs you can adapt for your backyard. These rustic sheds grew from our love of old barns …

24 Gambrel Barn Houses for Maximum Space and Charm

October 16, 2025October 16, 2025

Check out our gambrel barn house designs in good-looking style and flexible loft space. We have a soft spot for the gambrel roof—practical, generous, and …

24 Brick And Concrete Houses That Blend Strength and Style

October 15, 2025

high-res photo of brick and concrete house, modern minimalist facade with L-shaped composition and crisp rectilinear lines, colors: pale sand brick, warm wood, light gray concrete, white soffits, clear glass, shape: two-story rear block with single-story side wing forming a courtyard, materials: light clay brick in running bond, smooth cast-in-place concrete beams and soffits, timber frames, metal hardware, roofing: flat roofs with straight parapets and concealed drainage, windows: floor-to-ceiling fixed panes, long horizontal clerestory on upper level, corner glazing, slim wood frames, doors: full-height pivot wood door with vertical grain, timber-framed sliding glass door, outdoor structures: recessed covered patio, concrete threshold, circular poured-concrete pad with white wire dining set, stepping stones, landscaping: trimmed lawn, mixed tropical shrubs and flowers, small boulders, border planters, surrounding environment: tall palm at left, dark timber privacy fence at right, overhanging leafy tree canopy above, setting and scene: bright midday sun, blue sky with scattered clouds, eye-level view, soft shadows.

Here’s how brick and concrete come together to make warm, light-filled homes with minimalist yet cozy look. We keep returning to brick and concrete—steady, weather-proof, …

24 Modern Concrete Houses That Stand Out in Trends

October 15, 2025October 15, 2025

high-res photo of modern concrete house, rectilinear two-story facade with lower level in exposed board-formed concrete and an upper volume cantilevered over a shaded terrace; clean lines and sharp edges, materials: cast-in-place concrete, vertical timber cladding, black powder-coated aluminum, clear glass, colors: cool gray concrete, warm honey wood, matte black frames, neutral interiors, windows style: full-height fixed and sliding glazing in slim black frames arranged in wide bays, roof style: flat roof with minimal overhangs and concealed drainage, door style: large black-framed sliding glass doors opening to the terrace, outdoor area: wide pale timber deck surrounding a rectangular dark gravel bed with a minimalist black lounge chair and built-in steps, landscaping: mature slender tree rising through a deck cutout, sparse shrubs and bamboo along edges, surrounding background: secluded urban garden with neighboring walls partly visible, soft daylight with dappled shadows under foliage.

Our modern concrete houses stand out from the crowd with cutting-edge designs. We work in concrete—not because it’s cold, but because it keeps its promises. …

24 Concrete Minimalist Houses Embracing Simplicity

October 15, 2025

high-res photo of concrete minimalist house, frontal rectilinear two-story facade with a long horizontal concrete volume and a set-back dark metal upper bar, cool light-gray concrete and charcoal metal with warm wood soffits, elongated rectangular massing with crisp edges and deep full-width overhang, cast-in-place concrete with tie holes and smooth finish; upper cladding in standing-seam metal; wood-lined recessed soffits, flat roofs with low parapets and dark coping, ground floor wrapped in floor-to-ceiling sliding glass panels; upper floor with recessed vertical windows set within zigzag timber-lined niches, black aluminum frames, main entry as a recessed concrete portal on the right with full-height glass door, continuous concrete plinth/bench and a shallow step, covered terrace under the cantilevered eave, broad trimmed lawn in front with minimal planting, gravel driveway on the right, mature trees and a low stone wall at the sides, open rural backdrop under clear blue sky, eye-level daytime view with soft shadows.

Check out our concrete minimalist house designs that turn raw concrete, clean lines, and good light into calm, low‑maintenance homes. Concrete, refined until it becomes …

26 Mediterranean Farmhouses That Inspire Rustic Coastal Living

October 14, 2025

high-res photo of mediterranean farmhouse, Mediterranean Revival facade with smooth stucco, pronounced archways and deep eaves with wood corbels; warm ivory walls with dark bronze/charcoal trims; asymmetrical L-shaped massing, single story with a central raised entry tower and a recessed porch; materials include smooth stucco walls, stucco moldings, dark wood soffits/fascia, black metal accents; low-pitched hipped roofs in dark flat clay/concrete tiles with wide overhangs and clean ridge lines; windows mixed arched and rectangular, deep-set with black metal frames and divided lights, triple arched group on right wing, paired rectangular units on left, small arched clerestory windows on the tower; arched double entry doors in dark wood with glazed panels and bronze hardware, secondary arched side opening; outdoor area with a narrow concrete walkway and a modest covered portico, wall-mounted sconces; landscaping with tall potted Italian cypress flanking the entry, terracotta urns, neat beds of lavender, ornamental grasses and seasonal blooms; surrounding background of expansive golden dry field with sparse distant trees; sunset scene with warm golden-hour glow, subtle facade uplighting, orange-pink clouded sky.

Check out our Mediterranean farmhouse designs, where timeless coastal warmth meets laid-back country living. Think sun-washed walls, olive groves, and open-air porches. We fell for …

25 Mediterranean Revival House Designs Capturing Sun Soaked Style

October 14, 2025October 14, 2025

high-res aerial photo of mediterranean revival house, grand symmetrical two-story facade with central bay and flanking wings, wrought-iron balconies and wall sconces, raised terrace with ornate stone balustrade, warm beige/cream palette with dark bronze metalwork and light stone accents, elongated rectangular massing with central block and symmetrical side wings plus a rounded corner bay on the right, smooth stucco walls with limestone trim, wrought iron, timber pergolas, natural stone steps and paving, low-pitched hipped roof in multiple tiers with red terracotta barrel tiles and stucco chimneys with clay pots, ground-floor tall arched multi-pane windows and upper-floor rectangular casement windows with divided lights and iron Juliets plus dark metal awnings, arched and rectangular French doors with divided glass in dark wood/bronze frames, broad central staircase descending from terrace to a round tiered fountain with side patios under pergolas and paved walkways, formal parterre beds and clipped box hedges with manicured lawn and tall Italian cypress, lush tree canopy and distant valley framed by rugged mountains, sunset sky with warm orange-pink gradient for a picture-worthy scene.

Check out our Mediterranean revival house designs bringing back old structures to modern life. We all have a soft spot for sun and stone. Mediterranean …

20 French Colonial Style Houses With Timeless Charm

October 14, 2025

high-res photo of french colonial style house, grand symmetrical facade with double-level galleries, classical square columns, central projecting pavilion with pediment gable, arched ground-floor loggia, ornate black wrought-iron balustrades and Juliets; colors: white stucco walls, black ironwork and shutters, dark espresso doors, light gray roof; shape: three levels including raised base, wide rectangular footprint, flanking side wings stepped back, balanced massing; materials: smooth stucco, cast-stone trim and sills, wrought iron, dark stained wood, stone/concrete steps and pavers; roof style: low-hipped slate-look tile roof with front pediment, roof terrace with simple black metal guardrail, white masonry chimney; windows style: tall multi-light French doors and windows, some with arched transoms, black louvered shutters, symmetrical rhythm; door style: grand double entry door in dark wood with raised panels, transom, flanked by black lantern sconces; outdoor area: broad central stair rising to the main gallery, side return stairs, low stucco entry piers with bronze lanterns, under-gallery arches; landscaping: manicured lawn, symmetrical beds, sago palms, clipped hedges, flowering shrubs, mature palm trees, light mulch; surrounding background: upscale coastal neighborhood with adjacent villas partly visible, blue sky with scattered clouds, bright daylight.

Check out our French colonial houses with deep shade, tall shutters, wraparound galleries, and rooms that breathe—designs worth a look if you like beauty that …

24 Luxury Modern Houses to Dream About

October 13, 2025October 13, 2025

high-res photo of Luxury modern house, facade: two-story rectilinear villa with symmetrical flanking volumes and a central double-height glass atrium; crisp lines, cantilevered balconies, deep overhangs, wood-slat accent screens and pergola frames, materials: smooth white stucco, taupe-gray stone cladding around atrium, dark stained wood slats, black aluminum framing, light limestone/concrete terraces, colors: white, warm wood brown, light gray stone, charcoal/black metal, aqua pool lighting, windows style: floor-to-ceiling black-framed glazing, central curtain-wall grid, large sliding glass panels, small clerestory openings, roof style: flat roofs with clean parapets, door style: frameless glass entry within curtain wall and wide multi-panel sliding doors, outdoor area: expansive rectangular infinity-edge pool with in-water loungers, raised spa shelf, stepping pads with three fire pedestals, covered lounges under wood pergolas, upper balconies with slim metal railings, broad limestone steps descending to lawn, landscaping: manicured emerald lawn, tall palm trees, tropical shrubs, vertical evergreens, white privacy walls, surrounding background: upscale tropical neighborhood with neighboring villas, pastel sunset sky reflecting on the water and soft architectural lighting.

Check out our luxury modern house designs that you can only dream about. Or maybe not? These designs feel like they were always meant to …

27 British Colonial Style Houses That Blend Tropical Elegance With Timeless Charm

October 13, 2025October 13, 2025

high-res photo of british colonial style house, symmetrical two-story facade with wraparound veranda and upper balcony, deep eaves, timber posts and white balustrades, high transoms and louvered shutters, colors: crisp white walls, dark espresso wood, muted sage accents, warm terracotta trim, shape: rectangular central block with slight side wings on a raised plinth, generous veranda depth, materials: painted timber clapboard with lime-stucco base, hardwood columns and rails, coral-stone steps and paving, roofing: steep hipped roof with wide overhangs, matte charcoal corrugated metal, exposed rafters, small cupola, windows style: tall double-hung sash and French casements with divided lights and exterior louvers, transom lights above, door style: centered double French doors with sidelights and a simple fanlight, dark stained wood, brass pulls, outdoor area: broad front steps, wraparound porch with rattan seating, cane ceiling fans, wall lanterns, brick and stone walkway, white picket fence and gate, landscaping: manicured lawn, palms, banana and frangipani, bougainvillea, clipped box hedges, gravel driveway with edging, surrounding background: lush tropical garden, scattered colonial outbuildings at a distance, soft late-afternoon light, blue sky with light clouds.

Check out our British colonial house designs that put deep verandas, louvered shutters, and cross-breezes to work. British colonial houses have us hooked—verandas that behave …

25 Tudor Style Houses in Old World Charm with Modern Comfort

October 13, 2025

high-res photo of tudor style house, asymmetrical cross-gabled facade with two-story left gable and one-story right wing, red brick lower walls and white stucco panels with dark brown half-timbering, dark brown trim, natural cedar tones; compact L-shaped massing; materials: red brick masonry, smooth white stucco, stained timber, cedar shakes, painted wood, black iron; roofing: steep cedar shake cross-gables, deep bargeboards, central red-brick chimney with decorative crown; windows: white multi-pane double-hung groupings, pairs and triples, rectangular muntins, natural wood board-and-batten shutters, circular louver vents in gable peaks; door: arched vertical-plank wood door set in recessed brick arch, black iron hardware, small projecting gabled porch with half-timber infill and timber brackets; outdoor area: short brick steps, narrow straight path, low concrete foundation; landscaping: clipped boxwood hedge, layered shrubs, ornamental grasses, small deciduous trees, manicured lawn; surrounding background: mature trees and partial neighboring roofs; setting and scene: bright daylight, clear sky, eye-level frontal composition.

Tudor style needs to come back not only in house revivals. We’ve made some designs that use the style in new homes. What we love …

21 Modern Colonial Houses That Blend Traditional and Trendy

October 13, 2025October 12, 2025

Wide, eye-level shot. Sunny midday, early autumn. Large Colonial Revival house, two stories plus attic. Light gray clapboard siding, white trim, black shutters. Brown wood-shingle gable roof, three small gabled dormers on main roof. Cross-gabled element right, single red-brick chimney near ridge. Centered two-story portico with white round columns, balcony with white balustrade. Red front door, multi-pane double-hung windows. Left one-story wing; right one-story wing with roof deck and white balustrade. Manicured lawn, curved asphalt driveway with stone edging. Foundation hedges, shrubs, red flower beds. Tall deciduous trees with green and orange foliage in background.

Our modern colonial house designs keep the symmetry, the porches and trim you love while adding clean lines, bright rooms, and practical layouts that simply …