I don't know its function, but the window over the door is too small and off-center. Can it be enlarged and centered?

By enlarging, I mean make the window more rectangular to match those on the right.

I agree the window over the door is all wrong with the rest of the windows and I don’t agree that that change in roof line would be any better and certainly not the awning thing over the entry

We live in a neighbourhood of relatively small houses where space is a premium. The safest route is to go "craftsman". Or "arts and crafts". I personally like modern but partner like more traditional...this is our attempt to compromise..does it work?

We DONT like this...booooring!

I would actually like that if painted differently & landscaped. I'm not crazy about the siding crossing the top & between the windows on the right. The front entry /porch much nicer than your rendering.

I don't like the prefab craftman that you posted above either. I agree with others that the window above the door needs to be bigger? different? Like a circle or something?

I notice that the black encased windows look like they are meant to bump out. That works I think and will give your home some dimension, IMHO.

Honestly, I LOVE the re-design! I love the clean facade and would not add much. I think the only thing I would add are wood steps and landing. This will soften the entry and continue the look I see on the alcove's ceiling.

Reminds me of this style of home, which are all very clean, minimal in nature with a classic profile:

Are you bumping out the brink along the premier of you house or the windows? I'm a little confused but when you zoom it appears it's the brick that is bumped. If it's the brick I would just ask if you are wanting cleaner lines then no bump which would look great with the white brick and black trim windows-it would appear more modern. If you go with darker brick then the bump out would give the facade some interest and depth.

I am pretty sure that it is the black window surround that is being bumped out, Kristine - although I agree that the pic isn't clear.

Agree with small window - lose it completely...add skylight to new roof instead. Upper floor windows should be same height as first floor if possible...reduce 'thickness' of horizontal black band between windows. Thinner awning + brightly colored front door = VICTORY. Nice project.

If it is the window bump out then I would vote no. Windows should be flush with the exterior otherwise its just a spot for rain or snow to accumulate upon, which translates to more maintenance later down the road or worse case scenario interior water damage.