Photo by Joe Fletcher
Balcony - mid-sized contemporary balcony idea in San Francisco with a roof extension

The interplay of steeply pitched ledgestone gables flanking the flat roofed stucco central volume reads even more clearly here, with the second floor steel framed casement windows and chimney cap completing the roofline.

Sam Van Fleet Photography
Example of a trendy sunroom design in Seattle

The 2,800 square foot Rockaway Beach Residence is a significant remodel and addition to a small beach cottage built in the 1920’s. The owner’s desire for the building was to maintain a visual connection to the water and Seattle beyond and expand upon the nature of the shingled cottages found along the water’s edge in Puget Sound in the early part of the 20th century. The two bedroom house includes daytime living spaces on the ground level including a sunroom where one can view both Mt. Baker and Mt. Rainier on a clear day. The second floor includes bedrooms with views, a gallery space over the dining room below, owner’s office and grandchildren’s loft. Fine attention to craft was taken in preparing the unusual roof shapes and gracious trim assemblies. Designed by BC&J Architecture.

Design: kbg Design / Build: John Fuchs Properties / Cabinetry: Schmitz Woodworks / Photography: Agnieszka Jakubowicz
Bathroom - coastal mosaic tile floor, beige floor, single-sink, exposed beam, vaulted ceiling and wood ceiling bathroom idea in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, blue walls, an undermount sink, white countertops and a floating vanity

Another view of this cottage style home. Love the colors, the clear view from the mahogany front door to the backyard views. This custom home was built for beauty and practical living in the South Carolina Lowcountry.

This image captures the side elevation of the house and the deck. It shows the deck railing and the clear-roofed pergola/patio cover running across the rear of the home. The house siding is light gray, with white trim, and a prominent red brick chimney/section is visible on the left. The deck is elevated and surrounded by trees.

A closer view of the dining area on the deck, highlighting the black metal dining set and a large potted plant. The photo focuses on the clear roof structure with the ceiling fan and a white drape/curtain pulled back on the side. The house's sliding glass door and a back window with a wreath are visible in the background.

Originally a building that was to serve as a storage barn for a van and lawn equipment turned into a place where guests can separate from the main house, make morning coffee and toast as well as be a music studio when unoccupied. This barn turned axillary space is powered by solar panels, open to inside out living, and compact spaces inside. The upper level is screened with clear roof panels and skip boards. Although it is contemporary, it nestles into the meadow and speaks to Vermont architecture as if it has always been in this spot.

Here is an architecturally built house from the early 1970's which was brought into the new century during this complete home remodel by adding a garage space, new windows triple pane tilt and turn windows, cedar double front doors, clear cedar siding with clear cedar natural siding accents, clear cedar garage doors, galvanized over sized gutters with chain style downspouts, standing seam metal roof, re-purposed arbor/pergola, professionally landscaped yard, and stained concrete driveway, walkways, and steps.

Here is an architecturally built house from the early 1970's which was brought into the new century during this complete home remodel by adding a garage space, new windows triple pane tilt and turn windows, cedar double front doors, clear cedar siding with clear cedar natural siding accents, clear cedar garage doors, galvanized over sized gutters with chain style downspouts, standing seam metal roof, re-purposed arbor/pergola, professionally landscaped yard, and stained concrete driveway, walkways, and steps.

Here is an architecturally built house from the early 1970's which was brought into the new century during this complete home remodel by adding a garage space, new windows triple pane tilt and turn windows, cedar double front doors, clear cedar siding with clear cedar natural siding accents, clear cedar garage doors, galvanized over sized gutters with chain style downspouts, standing seam metal roof, re-purposed arbor/pergola, professionally landscaped yard, and stained concrete driveway, walkways, and steps.

A covered verandah, a garage studio, and a cedar bridge work in harmony to extend the interior living areas of this modern home out into the back yard. A rock garden nestles in the H-shaped plan of the house, and the composed landscape crosses under a bridge and breaks into stepping stones to help define the soft transitions necessary for this tranquil setting. Orchestrated paths articulate the different destinations: the living area and music room in the house, and the garage studio/ping pong arena. Light moves across the space from late morning to dusk and dapples through the trees, highlighting Japanese grasses and softening the division between interior and exterior serenity.

Dwight Myers Real Estate Photography
Large farmhouse white two-story concrete fiberboard exterior home idea in Raleigh with a mixed material roof

Front elevation modern prairie lava rock landscape native plants and cactus 3-car garage
Inspiration for a modern white one-story stucco house exterior remodel in Salt Lake City with a hip roof, a tile roof and a black roof

Photos by Kaity
Example of a mid-sized trendy gray one-story wood exterior home design in Grand Rapids with a hip roof

The exterior primary terrace is a serene retreat, enveloped by nature's beauty. A soaring, arced roofline gracefully frames expansive floor-to-ceiling windows, flooding the space with natural light and showcasing panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Two cozy lounge chairs beckon relaxation, inviting you to unwind and soak in the tranquility. Below the terrace, a winding river meanders through the landscape, creating a soothing soundtrack as it flows towards a natural pool nestled amidst lush greenery. Steps away, a separate guest studio provides a private oasis for visitors, seamlessly blending with the natural surroundings.

Here is an architecturally built house from the early 1970's which was brought into the new century during this complete home remodel by adding a garage space, new windows triple pane tilt and turn windows, cedar double front doors, clear cedar siding with clear cedar natural siding accents, clear cedar garage doors, galvanized over sized gutters with chain style downspouts, standing seam metal roof, re-purposed arbor/pergola, professionally landscaped yard, and stained concrete driveway, walkways, and steps.

This is an example of a large traditional tile back porch design in Kansas City with a fire pit and a roof extension.