Traditional Houses

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 …

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 …

25 Modern Tudor Houses Making Storybook Charm Trendy Again

October 12, 2025October 12, 2025

high-res photo of modern tudor house, facade and style: steep front gable fully glazed with black steel mullions, asymmetrical massing with lower side wings, prominent light-stone chimney on right, side porch under extended eave, clean contemporary detailing; colors: warm beige stone, charcoal-black frames, dark gray slate, pale stone terrace, deep green lawn, warm amber interior glow; shape of the structure: tall two-story A-frame center, rectangular wings, crisp edges, balanced vertical emphasis; materials: ashlar limestone cladding, black metal framing, expansive clear glass, slate tiles, smooth cast-stone/concrete for steps and terrace; roofing: steep gabled roofs, slate shingles, tight eaves, dark metal flashing and gutters; windows: floor-to-ceiling fixed panes with narrow grid muntins in the gable, tall divided-lite casements and transoms on wings, black frames; doors: central black-framed glazed double doors within the curtain wall, side entry door black with upper divided lite and sidelights; outdoor structures: broad tiered terrace in pale stone, wide floating steps, low stone edges and planters; landscaping: manicured lawn, clipped boxwood hedges, low shrubs and groundcovers, minimal foundation planting; surrounding environment: mature trees encircling the property, secluded wooded backdrop; setting and scene: dusk blue-hour sky with soft clouds, warm interior illumination, ground-level frontal three-quarter view.

Our modern Tudor house designs pair steep gables, brick and timber with clean, livable layouts. We’ve been always fascinated by Tudor houses—steep gables, stout chimneys, …

27 Neo Classical House Elevations to Admire and Aspire

October 3, 2025October 3, 2025

3D design of neo classical elevation, symmetrical facade with strong vertical emphasis, two-story structure with central protrusion and pilasters, gray stone cladding, subtle off-white accent lines, rectangular massing, flat parapet roof with classical cornice molding, large floor-to-ceiling windows with black frames, decorative wrought iron balcony railings, solid double wooden main door with classical detailing, paved entrance steps and pathway, minimal landscaping with trimmed bushes and palm plants, structured front garden, no additional outdoor structures visible.

This is a fun romp through history with a cheeky nod to ancient elegance, as we get inspired by art of neo-classical architecture to create …

25 Halloween Inspired Houses for Spooky Inspiration

October 1, 2025

A wide-lens composition features a menacing, cross-gabled gothic estate rising from a slope, its brick-and-basalt walls soaked in a sinister shadow except for the sharp, red Halloween lights illuminating each fin and arch. The plan is E-shaped, with each extremity bearing a massive, steep pyramid roof in black slate. Windows are few but large, outfitted with deeply colored glass in hunched tracery frames, glowing with internal fire-orange light. The entrance is central and domed in iron, accessed by split black stone steps, flanked by grotesque urns and a heavy arch of tangled web lights. Overgrown roses and spikes line the approach, their color lost in the blue mist, while the legendary gloom of the forest surrounds the property, branches and moon competing for sky-space.

Halloween inspired houses shimmer with spine-tingling lights, nestled in misty forests under hauntingly beautiful full moons—perfect inspiration if you want to spookify your own home. …

24 Fall Suburban Houses That Shine in Foliage Colors

September 24, 2025

Fall suburban house, stone and stucco facade, warm taupe and beige colors, steep gable roof with gray asphalt shingles, arched windows with white trim, wooden front door with sidelights, covered entry porch with timber details, curved stone path leading to entrance, manicured landscaping with shaped evergreen shrubs and ornamental grasses, large mature maple trees with vibrant orange and red foliage, neatly edged lawn, leaf-strewn sidewalk, picturesque autumn suburban setting.

Check out our range of cozy, leaf-laden suburban home designs that will wrap you in fall’s snug embrace. Every fall, my suburban neighborhood becomes a …

22 White Suburban Houses That Radiate Classic Charm

September 20, 2025

White suburban house, two-story facade with prominent front-facing gables and decorative trim, light gray horizontal siding with white trim, symmetrical rectangular shape with multiple bay windows, stonework base, steep dark gray shingled gable roof with dormer windows, large black-framed windows in grid pattern, white paneled front door under covered porch, classic white columns and balustrades, front steps leading to porch, minimal front landscaping with manicured shrubs and leafless winter garden beds, snow-covered lawn, concrete driveway and path, backdrop of bare trees and neighboring houses, soft sunset sky.

Check out our white suburban house designs, where the charm is timeless, the porches are endlessly inviting, and each mailbox harbors secrets waiting to be …

23 Rich Suburban Houses That Will Make You Double-Check Your Mailbox Number

September 19, 2025

Rich suburban house, traditional multi-gabled facade with a blend of natural stone and beige siding, dark gray architectural shingle roof with multiple peaks, large double-hung and arched windows with black frames, prominent wooden double entry door with side lights, covered entry porch with stone columns, wide stone front steps, manicured green lawn, neatly mulched flower beds with trimmed shrubs and small trees, circular landscaping feature near the walkway, forested tree line in the background, clear blue sky with scattered clouds, overall secluded and picturesque suburban setting.

We’ve designed electrifying rich suburban houses where elegance dances with extravagance right at the doorstep! I’ve always wondered if rich suburban houses have a secret …

25 Cozy Suburban Houses That Scream Welcome Home

September 19, 2025

Cozy suburban house, Craftsman style facade, white painted wood siding with dark gray shingle accents, gabled roof with dark slate shingles and prominent dormers, rectangular structure with extended covered porch, white railings and classic columns, large multi-pane windows with white trim, dark wood front door with glass insert, wide porch steps, landscaped front yard with curved walkway, manicured shrubs, symmetrical flower beds, mature trees with vivid autumn foliage, dense grass lawn, picturesque suburban street setting.

Check out the coziest suburban nests we have designed to blend comfort, character, and a sprinkle of whimsy. When you think of cozy suburban houses, …

20 Japanese Beach Houses That Will Make You Want to Sell Everything and Move

September 19, 2025

japanese beach house exterior, minimalist wooden facade, natural warm wood tones with light beige plaster, rectangular structure with simple clean lines, exterior walls of timber and smooth plaster, traditional gabled roof with exposed wooden rafters, large sliding shoji-style windows with wooden frames, simple wooden sliding entry door, spacious covered wooden veranda facing the ocean, wooden deck with minimal railings, potted greenery and small shrubs at the entrance, sand and gravel landscaping, coastal vegetation with low grasses, background shows serene sandy beach meeting calm blue sea, clear sky, tranquil and inviting seaside setting.

Check out our unique Japanese beach houses, where minimalist design meets the mighty ocean in the most serene fashion. Ah, Japan—a land where the past …

24 Traditional Suburban Houses That Wow and Woo

September 17, 2025

Traditional suburban house, two-story facade with gable roof, combination of tan horizontal siding and stone veneer on lower level, white trim accents, dark asphalt shingles, large double-hung grid windows with white frames, dark-colored front door with side panels, covered entry porch, concrete walkway leading to entrance, manicured lawn, colorful flower beds along foundation, neatly trimmed shrubs, background features white fence, distant evergreen trees, mountains, and blue sky.

Check out our charming traditional suburban house designs where we try to turn ordinary dwellings into timeless homes with a dollop of personality. When you …

25 Front Porches With Posts That Boast Serious Curb Appeal

September 10, 2025September 10, 2025

Front porch with posts, traditional farmhouse style facade, white horizontal siding, rectangular structure, natural wood posts and beams, stone porch floor with raised stone edging, gable roof with metal sheeting and exposed rafters, double-hung white trimmed windows with grilles, white paneled door not visible but implied, black metal lantern light fixtures suspended from the porch ceiling, wooden rocking chairs, potted plants, porch leads to manicured lawn and stone pathway, landscaped with low shrubs and mulch, open yard with mature trees, rural setting, dense tree line in the background, soft natural daylight illuminating the porch.

Check out our front porch designs with posts that promise to tickle your architecture-loving fancy! Let’s talk about front porches with posts—the unsung heroes of …

22 Japanese Porches That Will Make You Rethink Your Backyard

September 8, 2025September 8, 2025

japanese porch, traditional wooden facade with exposed beams, natural wood and white plaster colors, rectangular structure with open sides, wooden posts and railings, shoji sliding windows with paper panels, gabled roof with ceramic tiles and extended eaves, sliding wooden-framed glass doors, engawa-style veranda elevated above the ground, stone step leading up, lush landscaped garden with rocks and dense green foliage, shallow stream surrounding the porch, meticulously pruned trees and bushes, tranquil garden setting.

Check out the gentle beauty and tranquility of our Japanese porch designs—where architecture meets Zen and peace finds a place to sit. I once tried …

18 Brick Houses With Shutters That Steal the Show

September 3, 2025

Brick house with shutters, rustic facade, tan and beige bricks, rectangular structure, wood shutters painted dark brown, double-hung white-framed windows with internal white blinds, black metal columns supporting covered porch, white single front door, lush green shrubs and manicured bushes along the foundation, small potted tree near entrance, dense leafy landscaping, suburban setting.

Check out our brick houses with shutters, where red clay dreams meet window flap charisma to create an architectural duet you never knew you needed …

18 White Brick Houses With Shutters That Will Steal Your Heart

September 1, 2025

White brick house with shutters, symmetrical two-story facade, classic colonial revival style, white painted brick exterior, brown louvered shutters flanking all windows, steep gable roof with gray shingles, decorative brickwork in triangular patterns under eaves, rectangular multi-pane windows, brown wooden front door with glass panel and ornate trim, small portico with classical columns, brick steps and entry path, black metal railings, brick pillars with lanterns, manicured bushes and planters, colorful autumn foliage and yellow flowers, mature trees with orange and yellow leaves, suburban residential setting.

Check out our white brick house designs with shutters that wink at nostalgia while keeping it surprisingly modern. Here’s a brain teaser for you: What’s …

20 Small Traditional Houses That Will Charm Your Socks Off

August 25, 2025August 24, 2025

Small Traditional House, symmetrical facade, classic American style, off-white painted brick with light gray accents, rectangular structure with centered gable and side-gable wings, brick material, front gable roof with gray shingles, wide white trim, double-hung windows with white grids and gray shutters, central wooden door, white railed front porch with columns and white steps, stone pathway leading to the porch, tidy foundation plantings, mulched flower beds, manicured lawn, mature trees and neighboring houses in the background, suburban residential setting.

Check out the cozy charm and timeless vibe of our small traditional house designs and learn why these snug abodes could be the delightful escape …

25 European Modern Cottages With Blooming Flower Boxes

August 18, 2025

European-style modern cottage with flower boxes on front porch and facade; the exterior is clad in smooth cream-color render with brickwork accents in honey tones; the color palette features soft earth hues and crisp whites; the house presents an L-shaped form, with two intersecting wings and a compact footprint; the primary materials are textured brick, smooth render, and accent copper gutters; the roof is a classic gable finished with reddish-brown clay tiles; windows are arched wooden frames painted forest green, adorned with glazed white mullions and window boxes brimming with pink geraniums and trailing ivy; the entry door is solid oak with a semicircular transom window and hand-forged iron handle; the front porch is petite, paved in hand-laid cobblestones and supported by slender decorative columns; a curved gravel path winds to the porch, then follows around a formal rose garden; landscaping includes sculpted boxwood, low stone edging, and blooming cottage perennials; the background displays distant hills beneath an overcast sky; the overall scene is orderly and harmonious, exuding classic continental charm.

Check out our enchanting European-style modern cottage designs where cozy architecture meets the charm of flower-toting facades! There’s something downright magical about a cottage that …

25 Dutch Farmhouses Where Cows Might Ask for Moats

August 11, 2025August 11, 2025

Dutch farmhouse, traditional facade combining brick and plaster, predominantly natural and muted colors, elongated rectangular structure with one-story and partial two-story sections, brick walls with areas of light-colored plaster, thatched roof with gable ends and attached lower tiled roof, small rectangular and arched windows with white frames, simple wooden doors, small porch and modest outdoor seating area, minimalistic fencing, flat grassy lawn leading to the house, sparse decorative shrubs, dense mature trees in the background, rural and tranquil countryside setting.

Check out our Dutch farmhouse designs where windmills meet waffles, and find out how these charming structures perfectly blend functionality with a sprinkle of fairytale …

18 German Farmhouses Stealing the Home Design Spotlight

August 10, 2025August 9, 2025

german farmhouse, half-timbered facade with white plaster infill and dark exposed wooden beams, lower base of sandstone blocks, steep gabled roof with reddish-brown clay tiles, rectangular three-story structure with pronounced triangular front gable, timber-framed barn outbuilding adjacent, multiple small rectangular wooden-shuttered windows, plain wooden doors, wooden gate at entrance, simple wooden fence enclosing yard, gravel path leading to entrance, sparse lawn and a few young trees, rural setting bordered by green forest and open fields, clear blue sky.

Check out our German farmhouse deigns that blend rustic allure with architectural marvels, each whispering tales of history and rural elegance. Whenever I think of …

25 Japanese Farmhouses That Will Leave You Awestruck

August 6, 2025August 6, 2025

japanese farmhouse, traditional wooden facade with vertical and horizontal slats, natural weathered brown tones, rectangular two-story structure, wood plank exterior, wide low-pitched hipped roof with dark tiles, simple rectangular windows with light frames, small overhanging entry canopy, sliding wooden doors, bamboo and wooden fencing, thatched screen partition at the front, gravel pathway leading to entrance, cultivated plants and shrubs along the fence, reflective rice paddy in the foreground, surrounded by tall green forested hills, rural tranquil setting.

Check out our Japanese farmhouse designs, where architecture whispers zen-like tranquility and nature gets a front-row ticket to the traditional design show. Imagine standing in …

21 Irish Farmhouses Going Green and Keeping It Quaint

August 6, 2025

Irish farmhouse, symmetrical facade, traditional rectangular layout, smooth white plaster exterior, muted grey and red colors, two-story structure, stone construction, gabled slate roof with slight pitch, evenly spaced tall sash windows with white trim, central red wooden front door with arched fanlight above, small stone step at entrance, minimal window boxes with flowers, graveled driveway leading to front entrance, simple wooden rail fence along approach, sparse young trees and green lawn in front, stone boundary walls at the sides, ruins of ivy-covered stone tower in background, rural landscape setting with dense greenery and overcast sky.

Check out the charm and cheeky character of our Irish farmhouse designs, where history meets hearth and home. I once imagined that Irish farmhouses were …

25 Japanese Inspired Houses That Will Zen You Out

August 6, 2025

Japanese inspired house, minimalist facade, neutral gray and natural wood tones, rectangular structure, concrete and vertical wooden slats, flat roof with extended eaves and wood-clad soffit, large horizontal windows with black frames and wooden slat screen, tall wooden door with vertical slat accent, concrete boundary wall and wooden slat gate, stone pathway leading to entrance, Japanese garden landscaping with rocks, gravel, manicured shrubs, and small trees, urban residential setting.

Our Japanese-inspired house designs combine minimalist and tranquility in the most zen way. I once tried to transform my living room with a Zen garden …

17 Brick Chimney Houses with Iconic Design

August 6, 2025August 5, 2025

Brick chimney house, symmetrical facade, traditional style, vibrant red brick exterior with light gray stone trim at the foundation, rectangular main form with a prominent gabled roof, large central brick chimney, asphalt shingle roofing in dark gray, rectangular white-trimmed windows with mullions and three arched upper windows with white frames, two white paneled garage doors, concrete driveway leading to garage, minimal front landscaping with low shrubs and bare trees, neighborhood setting with adjacent homes visible, overcast sky, winter scene with light snow on ground and vegetation.

Check out our brick chimney house designs that have more character than your favorite sitcom ensemble. Ah, brick chimney houses—the charming offspring of rustic nostalgia …

15 Old Money Cottages That Showcase Classic Style

August 3, 2025

Old money cottage, traditional stone facade, muted cream and pale gray colors, rectangular compact shape with subtle extensions, natural limestone walls, cedar shake roofing in weathered brown, classic white-trimmed casement windows with divided panes, solid oak plank door with iron hardware, cobblestone path leading to entrance, flagstone terrace, manicured hedges, climbing ivy, mature trees and flowering shrubs, gravel driveway, set in a secluded, lush countryside with distant woodland and soft dappled sunlight.

Check out our old money cottage designs, where time seems to snuggle into every nook with stories of antique charm and opulent whispers. I once …

22 Adelaide Cottage Style Houses to Love

August 3, 2025

Adelaide Cottage, facade is stucco with neoclassical and picturesque Gothic revival influences, painted in a pale cream color. The structure is single-story, symmetrical, and rectangular with delicate detailing. Materials include stucco over brick and stone. The roofing is steeply pitched with dark grey slate, featuring ornamental white bargeboards and multiple prominent white chimneys. Windows are tall, narrow sash windows with white frames and subtle decorative surrounds. Doors are understated, painted white or pale to match the facade, appearing traditional and elegant. Outdoor area includes a simple path leading to the entrance, no ornate fencing, and minimal visible terracing. Landscaping is naturalistic, with large mature trees, sparse hedges, and neat lawns. The surrounding environment features expansive open fields, meadow grass, and a backdrop of dense old-growth woodland. The setting is tranquil, secluded, and distinctly English countryside.

We’ve ventured to create Adelaide Cottage inspired house designs because we love the style so much. Imagine a charming little hideaway that’s got more character …

25 Luxury Craftsman Houses Oozing Elegance and Charm

July 29, 2025July 29, 2025

Luxury craftsman house, symmetrical facade with intricate gable detailing, soft gray shingle siding, white trim, and stone accents, deep charcoal multi-gabled roof with steep pitch, arched wooden garage doors, large grid windows with white framing, wide covered front porch with square columns and stone bases, prominent white front door with sidelights, paved driveway, manicured front garden beds with blooming flowers, lush green lawn, mature trees in the background, serene suburban setting at dusk with soft, ambient lighting.

Check out our luxury craftsman house designs, where we’ve combined intricate woodwork and opulent comfort. When I first heard the term “luxury craftsman houses,” I …

23 Retirement Houses That Will Make Aging Look Like a Vacation

July 29, 2025July 28, 2025

Single floor retirement house, modern ranch-style facade, neutral tones of light beige and soft gray, rectangular and L-shaped structure, exterior walls of smooth stucco with subtle stone accents, medium-pitch gable roof with dark gray asphalt shingles, large rectangular windows with white trim, modern single front door made of wood with glass panel insert, wide front porch with square columns, covered rear patio connected to the living area, concrete pathways leading to entrances, minimalistic landscaping with low-maintenance shrubs, small trees, and neatly edged grass lawns, open suburban surroundings with spacious lot and mature trees in the background, calm residential neighborhood setting.

Check out our retirement house designs where life’s only uphill battle will be deciding what to watch on TV. I never thought I’d reach the …

20 Multigenerational Houses That Will Make Your Family Never Want To Leave

July 26, 2025

Multigenerational house, contemporary Mediterranean facade, smooth beige stucco walls with light stone accents, U-shaped structure with a central open courtyard, low-pitched hipped roof in dark ceramic tile, large rectangular and arched windows with black trim, modern double front doors in dark wood, covered front porch with columns, paved pathways leading to separate private entries, integrated two-bay garage and single-bay garage with matching doors, landscaped front and courtyard areas with manicured shrubs and small trees, setting in a spacious residential neighborhood with open surroundings and well-maintained greenery.

One roof can brilliantly juggle everything from grandma’s knitting circle to Junior’s rock band without turning the place into a chaotic circus. There was a …

25 Japanese Farmhouses Time-Travelling to Tranquility

July 23, 2025

Japanese farmhouse, traditional wooden facade, black and white color palette, rectangular structure with extended eaves, timber frame and sliding shoji panels, large dark tiled irimoya (hip-and-gable) roof, white sliding paper doors, vertical wooden lattice windows, narrow wooden veranda along the front, surrounded by dense manicured shrubs and bushes, assorted evergreen and deciduous trees, naturalistic garden landscaping, forested hillside background.

From ancient traditions to ingeniously practical designs, Japanese farmhouses offer a fascinating glimpse into the craftsmanship and culture woven into rural Japan’s timeless allure. Imagine …

24 Japanese Tea Houses That Embrace Zen Living

July 20, 2025

japanese tea house, traditional facade with simple geometric layout, muted earthy yellow plaster walls, dark natural wood trim and beams, rectangular low structure with a slightly raised base, primary material is plaster with exposed timber framing, wide low-pitch gabled roof clad in dark wood shingles, small ornamental roof tile on ridge, square grid windows with wooden lattice and translucent shoji paper, round lattice window on the left side, sliding shoji doors, narrow wooden platform at entrance, irregular stone pathway leading to entry, naturalistic wooden posts and bamboo fencing, landscaping features moss-covered ground, scattered stepping stones, sparse rocks, minimal shrubbery, immediate surroundings are a tranquil garden with mature trees and open sky.

Check out our wonderful Japanese tea house designs, where architecture and tradition blend seamlessly to brew tranquility and cultural wisdom in a single sip. I …

23 Rustic Craftsman Houses That Redefine Cozy Living

July 17, 2025

Rustic craftsman house, prominent gabled facade with timber trusses, irregular yet symmetrical single-story shape, exterior clad in a mix of natural stone and horizontal wood siding, dark shingle roofing with multiple peaks and dormers, grid-pane windows with thick wooden frames, solid wood front door with arched transom, covered porch supported by sturdy timber columns, landscaped front yard with dense shrubs and flowering plants, manicured lawn and stone walkway, mature trees and open grassy surrounds, serene rural setting.

We’ve added as much character as possible to our rustic craftsman house designs. The idea was blending history and cozy aesthetics into the warm embrace …

14 Rustic Brick Houses That Rock The Cottagecore Vibe

July 17, 2025

Rustic brick house, asymmetrical multi-gabled facade, combination of tan brick and rough-cut stone exterior, prominent timber accents on gables, dark shingle roofing with various slopes and pitches, wooden-framed rectangular and arched windows with decorative shutters, solid wooden doors with iron hardware, covered porch supported by wooden posts, minimal decorative lighting, manicured lawn with sparse shrubs and low flower beds, concrete walkway, set in a spacious suburban environment with open sky.

Check out our rustic brick house designs and see how we’ve managed to blend timeless aesthetics with modern coziness. Rustic brick houses: where nostalgia meets …

22 Caribbean Houses That Will Make You Want to Move Right Now

July 16, 2025

Caribbean House, facade features a vibrant yellow painted wooden cladding with green accent shutters and doors, reflecting traditional island aesthetics. The structure is single-story, rectangular in shape with a symmetrical frontage. Building materials are predominantly timber for both the exterior walls and window detailing. The roof is simple, slightly pitched, and finished in gray shingles, extending modestly over the facade to provide shade. Windows are tall, double-hung, with classic colonial green shutters adding visual interest and ventilation options. Doors are paneled, painted a matching green, and include transoms for additional light and airflow. The outdoor area consists of a raised wooden porch accessed by a short set of steps, complemented by a brick-paved pathway leading to the entrance. Lush tropical landscaping surrounds the approach, with dense greenery, large-leafed plants, and manicured garden beds framing the house. The setting is shaded by overhanging trees, creating a cool, inviting atmosphere characteristic of a relaxed Caribbean environment.

We’ve designed Caribbean houses, where tropical colors, breezy verandas, and island vibes blend into architectural delight. As a lover of sunshine and never-ending palm tree …

23 Southern Victorian Houses That Will Charm Your Socks Off

July 15, 2025

Southern Victorian house, ornate and asymmetrical facade with elaborate decorative trim, vertical emphasis, and a dominant central tower capped with a steeply pitched roof. The structure is rectangular with cross gables, multiple vertical projections, and a prominent two-story configuration. Exterior walls display clapboard siding painted in pale tones, with intricate woodwork, corbelled brackets, and decorative panels accentuating the architectural details. The roof is steeply pitched with intersecting gables and finial-topped peaks, covered in dark shingles. Tall, narrow windows feature arched and rectangular shapes, some with elaborate surrounds, pediments, and ornamental moldings; several windows include subtle bay projections and intricate muntin patterns. The main door is centered, set beneath an expansive, columned front porch with ornate balustrades and spindlework, topped by a small balcony above. Outdoor areas include the covered porch extending across the facade, creating a welcoming transitional space. Landscaping is minimal, with a simple expanse of lawn and scattered mature trees, and the house is set in an open, rural environment with a broad view of flat fields and distant outbuildings, contributing to a sense of historic Southern charm and quiet seclusion.

Our Southern Victorian home designs showcase architecture that’ll make your heart do the cha-cha! I once told my friend I wanted to live in a …

22 Big Victorian Houses That Will Make You Want a Time Machine

July 15, 2025

Big Victorian house, ornate and imposing facade characterized by an intricate blend of stone and wood detailing, with prominent bay windows and decorative brackets under wide eaves. The structure is asymmetrical, featuring multiple gabled projections, an elaborate corner turret, and layered balconies with balustrades. The exterior materials include a combination of rough-hewn stone on the lower level and scalloped wood siding above, accentuated by contrasting trim. The steeply pitched roofs are covered in dark slate shingles, punctuated by dormers and finials. Windows are tall and narrow with arched tops and lattice muntins, many grouped in sets and framed by decorative pediments and columns. The main entrance is highlighted by an arched double wooden door with stained glass inserts, approached by a broad staircase. Outdoor areas include a deep, wraparound porch with turned wooden posts and decorative spandrels. Landscaping is formal, featuring neatly clipped hedges, geometric stone pathways, and sculpted shrubbery leading up to the entrance. The background is a lush setting of mature trees and expansive green lawns, adding to the stately ambiance of the scene.

Let’s bring back the big Victorian houses, where turrets tower like gingerbread castles and every nook has a tale to tell! As a kid, I …

14 Victorian Beach Houses That Defy Time

July 15, 2025

Victorian beach house, ornate facade with decorative trims, gables, and intricate woodwork painted in soft pastel tones with white accents, asymmetrical shape with multiple protruding sections and a partial wrap-around porch, exterior constructed of clapboard siding accented by detailed corner brackets and gingerbread trim, steeply pitched gabled roof with dark shingles and ornate ridge cresting, tall narrow windows with multi-pane upper sashes and elaborate frames, paneled wooden front door with glass inserts and transom window above, spacious covered porch supported by turned posts and adorned with detailed balustrades, manicured landscaping with neatly trimmed bushes and potted greenery near the entrance, wooden dock extending over calm water, elegant gazebo positioned at the edge of the dock, broad water views in the background, tranquil coastal setting with a vibrant sunset sky reflected on the water, creating a picturesque and serene scene.

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19 Japanese Countryside Houses That Make City Life Look Boring

July 15, 2025July 15, 2025

Japanese countryside house, traditional facade with wooden beams and white plaster panels, featuring a rectangular and L-shaped structure that encloses an inner courtyard. The building is constructed primarily from natural wood and plaster, with visible post-and-beam framing. The roof is gently sloped and covered with dark ceramic tiles, featuring wide eaves that shelter the verandas and entrances. Windows are large, with classic shoji screens made from a wooden lattice and translucent paper, providing a soft, diffused light. Sliding wooden doors with paper panels complement the window style, emphasizing the harmony of traditional materials. The outdoor area consists of a covered veranda (engawa) that surrounds a meticulously arranged Japanese garden. Landscaping includes a manicured lawn, stepping stones, rock arrangements, and a prominent cherry blossom tree as a focal point. The surrounding environment consists of distant forested hills, creating a serene rural setting. The overall scene evokes tranquility and a strong connection to nature, characteristic of Japanese countryside homes.

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23 Ranch Mansions Ready to Wow Your Boots Off

July 10, 2025

Ranch mansion, contemporary farmhouse-inspired facade with a combination of dark-stained vertical wood siding and white accents, elongated single-story shape with multiple interconnected pavilions forming a sprawling footprint, exterior clad in natural wood with modern clean lines, standing-seam metal roofing in a cool gray tone with multiple low-pitched gable roof sections, large windows utilizing floor-to-ceiling glass panels and clerestory bands enhancing linear forms, prominent central entrance featuring a wide glass door framed by minimalist white trim and flanked by sidelights, generous front gravel driveway bordered by geometric green lawns and newly planted olive trees, subtle outdoor lighting, modern landscaping with defined planting beds and a mix of grass and mulch, several mature trees strategically placed, surrounded by expansive open fields and adjacent vineyard rows, set against a scenic rural backdrop with distant rolling hills and an open sky, viewed from an aerial perspective showcasing the harmonious integration with the landscape.

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23 Mexican Ranch Houses That Will Make You Want to Saddle Up

July 10, 2025July 10, 2025

Mexican ranch house, simple elongated facade characterized by white stucco walls and contrasting dark trim, rectangular and linear structure with a low, horizontal orientation, thick masonry construction, prominent clay-red gable metal roof with wide overhangs, regularly spaced rectangular windows with dark frames and shallow lintels, robust wooden front door featuring minimal ornamentation, expansive covered porch running the length of the main facade supported by wooden posts, gravel and dirt outdoor area with scattered potted plants and shaded sitting spaces, sparse natural landscaping with native shrubs and mesquite trees, arid desert environment with rolling hills in the background, overall scene set in open countryside with a rugged picturesque backdrop.

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23 Small Japanese Houses That Redefine Smart Living

July 8, 2025

Small Japanese house, narrow two-story facade with a blend of rustic and traditional style, rectangular structure with a slightly protruding upper floor. The building is constructed primarily of plastered white walls with wooden beams and trims accentuating the edges and window frames; some stone is visible at the base. The roof is made of dark gray ceramic tiles, gently sloped with upturned eaves typical of traditional Japanese architecture. Windows are wooden-framed, with the upper floor featuring sliding sash windows and the ground floor including a combination of frosted glass and vertical wooden slats. The door is a simple solid wood design with a small glass panel, complemented by a side entrance of glass and wood. Outdoor areas include a compact front entry, small potted plants, a green waste bin, and a rustic wooden bench or counter with various everyday items. Landscaping is minimal but includes deliberate placement of greenery in pots and a vine above the awning. The surrounding environment is urban, with a paved sidewalk in the foreground, utility poles, street signage, and the side of another traditional building faintly visible, all set in a compact city street scene.

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23 Small Stone Houses That Will Rock Your World

July 23, 2025July 6, 2025

Small stone house, simple rectangular facade crafted from irregular light beige stones, traditional rural architectural style. Compact gabled structure with clearly defined straight lines and minimal ornamentation. Exterior walls constructed of roughly cut and fitted natural stone, emphasizing sturdy and rustic texture. Roof features classic pitched gable formation with terra cotta red tiles, neatly overlapping and offering cohesive contrast to the stone walls. Windows are modest, rectangular, with clean white or light grey frames, set deep within the thick stone walls. The main door is plain, solid, and painted in a pale neutral shade, paired with simple hardware, and slightly recessed from the facade. Outdoor area includes a small stone-paved patio directly in front of the entrance, with rough-hewn steps leading up, bordered by low stone walls. Landscaping is minimal, primarily natural earth and sparse grass, with a few mature trees providing shade nearby. Surrounding environment is characterized by a rural, lightly wooded setting, with dense green trees in the background and open sky above, reflecting a peaceful and secluded ambiance.

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10 Small Castle Houses That Make Dreams Come True

July 3, 2025

Small castle house plans, symmetrical facade with castle-inspired style featuring battlements and a central tower, rectangular compact structure with one prominent tower on the left and even parapet detailing, finished with smooth stucco walls and stone accents at intervals, roofing consists of steep pointed copper roof atop the tower and flat battlements elsewhere, windows are narrow and vertically oriented with stone or molded trim, main entry door is arched and framed, accent upper balcony with balusters above the door, outdoor area minimally landscaped with sparse grass and a simple pathway, surrounding background is open with gentle slopes and sparse vegetation, setting is formal and evokes a classic castle appearance on a small scale.

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22 Purple Victorian Houses to Lavender Up Your Life

July 1, 2025

Purple Victorian house, ornate and vibrant facade with detailed woodwork, predominantly painted in deep purple with white and lavender accents. The structure features an asymmetrical design with multiple gables, a prominent rounded corner turret topped by a conical roof, and a complex roofline combining steeply pitched sections. The exterior is clad in horizontal wooden siding and decorative shingle patterns, adding texture and character. Roof elements include dark shingles and ornate gables, with the turret roof capped by a finial. Windows are tall and narrow, with white trim and decorative upper sashes, some featuring stained glass details; the turret includes a row of small-paned windows curving around its perimeter. The front door is double, featuring intricate glass panels and a decorative transom above, framed by an arched porch entry. The outdoor area features an expansive, covered wraparound porch supported by turned spindles and brackets, with elaborate fretwork and a white balustrade. Access to the porch is via wide wooden steps, bordered by lattice skirting. Landscaping includes a snow-covered front yard, simple at the time depicted, with a low white picket fence enclosing the property. The surrounding environment is sparse with deciduous trees visible in the background, and the setting suggests a quiet residential neighborhood in winter.

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23 Brick Victorian Houses That Ooze Timeless Charm

July 1, 2025

Brick Victorian house, ornate and symmetrical facade featuring prominent red brickwork with contrasting stone trim, steeply pitched and gabled roof covered in slate shingles, accentuated by white decorative bargeboards along the roofline and elaborate brick chimney. The structure is tall and narrow, with a pronounced central gable and bay window projection. Facade includes tall, narrow windows with white frames and delicate mullions, French doors under a rounded archway topped by a fanlight window, and intricate woodwork at the entrance. Outdoor area displays a raised staircase leading to the porch, wrought-iron railings, and brick columns. Landscaping consists of immaculately trimmed evergreen shrubs, creeping ivy climbing up the facade, and a low brick fence enclosing the garden. The surrounding environment is a formal urban streetscape with paved walkways and mature trees under a dramatic, cloudy sky.

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21 Victorian Townhouses With Personality and Pizzazz

June 30, 2025June 28, 2025

Victorian townhouse, decorative brick and stone facade accented with ornate stucco moldings and cornices. The structure is narrow, tall, and rectangular, typically rising three to four stories. Exterior materials include red or brown brick with contrasting pale stone trim, intricate ironwork, and dressed stone accents on window sills and lintels. The steeply pitched slate roof features gabled dormers with intricate woodwork and patterned tiling. Tall, narrow sash windows with arched or segmented headers, stone lintels, and decorative surrounds are symmetrically arranged; prominent bay windows project from the facade. The entry door is solid wood, often painted in deep, rich colors, crowned with a fanlight or transom window, and framed by stone pilasters and a decorative pediment. Small front garden bordered by wrought iron fencing, with neat shrubs, clipped hedges, and a stone pathway leading to the entrance. Landscaping is formal with symmetrical plantings and climbing ivy near the facade. The townhouse is set on a residential street lined with mature trees and bordered by similar historic homes, evoking a refined, period-appropriate urban neighborhood atmosphere.

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22 Irish Country Houses That Will Steal Your Heart

June 27, 2025

Irish country house, traditional facade with natural stonework and subtle ivy climbing over the walls, rectangular and compact structure with a central two-storey section flanked by a lower extension, building composed primarily of rustic stone with visible mortar joints, gabled slate roofing with dormer window and double chimney, multi-pane sash windows with timber frames and painted in soft green tones, central wooden door with a modest porch and climbing greenery, outdoor area with flower beds, manicured shrubs and low stone borders, informal yet lush landscaping featuring mature lawns and a gravel path leading to the house, surrounded by dense woodland with tall trees providing a natural enclosure, overall setting tranquil and picturesque, blending seamlessly into the verdant countryside.

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21 Indian Courtyard Houses That Will Make You Want to Move In

June 27, 2025June 27, 2025

Indian courtyard house, traditional facade with warm ochre plaster and ornamented wooden columns, rectangular structure forming an inward-facing open courtyard, exterior walls finished in smooth stucco with dark timber detailing, pitched terracotta tiled roofing extending over deep verandas supported by intricately carved wooden posts, tall green-painted wooden windows with shutters and transoms, matching wooden doors with prominent frames and glass panels, broad shaded verandas encircle the central courtyard, courtyard paved with patterned terracotta tiles and inlaid stonework, lush landscaping featuring small garden beds, ornamental shrubs, and mature trees along the edges, clay planters and flowering plants placed throughout, tranquil surrounding environment with enclosed layout and soft ambient lighting, intimate and serene scene suggesting a secluded, verdant residential setting characteristic of traditional Indian homes.

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15 Luxury Yurt Designs That Will Amaze You

June 26, 2025

Our collection of luxury yurt designs capture glamour, comfort, and camping in a unique, stylish exterior that might just redefine your notions of plush living …