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Living Large in a Pine-Sized Package: Small Modern House Plans

The house boasts a striking modern facade, blending sleek lines with warm, natural elements. The exterior features a harmonious combination…

From Stone to Home: A Quirky Abode: Small House Plans

This charming house boasts a facade of rustic elegance, with stone walls providing a timeless appeal. The siding is made…

Luxury Minimalist Mansion: Modern House Floor Plans

The house features a sleek and modern facade poised to impress. With its strong geometric lines and expansive glass panels,…

Design Concepts

25 Luxury House Facades That Turn Heads

July 29, 2025July 29, 2025

Luxury house facade, contemporary style, rectilinear and cubic forms with cantilevered sections, white and warm wood tones combined with light beige and grey, multi-level structure, smooth stucco and wood cladding with large sections of glass, flat roof with overhangs and recessed lighting, extensive use of large floor-to-ceiling windows in aluminum frames, minimalistic wooden main door, perimeter wall with modern metal gate, spacious balconies with glass railings, vertical greenery and planters integrated into the facade, outdoor lighting embedded along edges, paved driveway, manicured lawn, modern minimalist landscaping with palm trees and shrubs, urban setting with clean street frontage.

Experience the visual symphony of our luxury house facade designs that combine elegance with eye-popping…

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….

11 Car Sheds to Rev Up Your Garage Game

July 29, 2025July 29, 2025

Car shed, classic American craftsman style facade, pastel green horizontal wood siding with white trim, rectangular shape with a gabled roof, building material is painted wood with metal roofing in white, two large white carriage-style garage doors with divided upper windows, small side entry door painted deep red, industrial-style gooseneck exterior lights above each door, small rectangular louvered vent at the gable, minimal concrete walkway and driveway in front, simple landscaping with green grass, palm tree, and dense greenery, white privacy fence along the property edge, lush suburban environment with mature trees in the background, daytime setting.

If you’re tired of seeing your beloved car shiver in the rain or sunbathe a…

25 Tuscan Inspired Houses That Take You to Italy

July 29, 2025July 29, 2025

Tuscan inspired house, grand stone facade with warm-toned, textured limestone blocks, earth-toned beige and ochre colors, asymmetrical multi-level structure with gabled and hipped rooflines, exterior walls clad in rough-cut stone, terracotta barrel tile roofing, large black-framed rectangular and arched windows with divided panes, arched wooden double entry door with iron accents, prominent portico with shallow steps and stone balustrades, integrated raised planters and symmetrical cypress trees flanking entrance, paved stone driveway with curving paths, formal landscaping with manicured shrubs, flowerbeds, ornamental trees, central round fountain, mature trees around property, set in a lush, park-like residential environment at dusk.

Ever dream of living in a sun-kissed Italian postcard, complete with rustic charm, endless romance,…

23 Retirement Houses That Will Make Aging Look Like a Vacation

July 28, 2025July 29, 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…

25 L-shaped Barndominiums You Will Want to Call Home

July 28, 2025July 29, 2025

L shaped barndominium, modern farmhouse style facade, vertical metal siding, left wing in deep red, right wing in charcoal gray, black standing seam metal roof with medium pitch, rectangular shape with prominent L configuration, dark-framed rectangular windows evenly spaced, covered front porch with timber posts, glass front door, outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and loungers, simple shrubs and low bushes along the perimeter, large manicured green lawn, scattered mature trees in background, open rural setting, clear blue sky with scattered clouds.

Ever wondered how to perfectly blend countryside charm with modern living? Our L-shaped barndominium designs…

23 Two Story Barndominiums That Will Blow Your Mind

July 27, 2025July 27, 2025

Two story barndominium, modern farmhouse facade, light gray vertical board and batten siding, natural wood trim accents under roof gable, rectangular shape, wood and metal materials, dark gray standing seam gable roof, black framed multi-pane windows, double French doors with glass panels, wraparound covered porch with wooden posts, brick steps leading to front entry, landscaped with shrubs and flowering plants along the foundation, manicured green lawn, mature trees surrounding the property, open natural setting with blue sky.

Ready to swap your city penthouse dreams for countryside charm? These versatile two-story barndominium designs…

25 Guest House Sheds That Redefine Hospitality

July 27, 2025July 27, 2025

Guest house shed, modern facade, horizontal red siding with light tan trim, rectangular shape, wood siding materials, single-sloped roof with exposed wooden soffit and light metal edge, large front windows and transoms with white frames, double glass doors with red frames, single rectangular side window, small front landing with light steps, concrete paver path leading to entrance, planters with greenery and flowering bushes surrounding entrance, mulched beds with small decorative trees, fenced backyard with bamboo and dense forest background, setting is a private wooded garden.

Transform your backyard with a guest house shed that promises to be quirky, practical, and…

21 Modern Micro Cabins with Huge Style and Smart Design

July 27, 2025July 27, 2025

Modern micro cabin, asymmetrical angular A-frame facade, natural wood horizontal siding, muted brown and beige tones, sharply sloped geometric structure, timber exterior cladding, single plane dark roof, large diagonal rectangular window with white framing occupying most of front elevation, minimal visible door, elevated wooden deck extending from front with clean lines, simple modern outdoor lounge furniture and small fire pit, landscape features rocks and gravel beneath deck, dense forest of tall pine trees surrounds cabin, natural wilderness setting.

If you’ve ever dreamed of living like a happy hobbit in the 21st century, modern…

25 Greenhouse Shed Combos That Will Sprout Joy and Shed Some Light

July 26, 2025July 27, 2025

Greenhouse shed combo, facade features horizontal natural wood siding on the shed portion and vertical glass panels framed in wood on the greenhouse portion, warm tan and transparent color palette, rectangular structure with a gable-roofed shed and attached mono-pitch greenhouse, walls made of timber and clear glass, roofing consists of corrugated metal for the shed and transparent panels for the greenhouse, multi-pane rectangular windows throughout greenhouse side, single wood-framed glass door, paved stone pathway leading to the entrance, low brick raised beds and planters adjacent to the building, landscaping includes dense leafy vegetable plots and potted plants, surrounded by mature trees and a wooden fence, set in a lush garden scene with bright daylight.

We’ve designed the perfect blend of productivity and greenery with greenhouse shed combos that promise…

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

July 26, 2025July 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…

25 French Country Cottages You’ll Fall in Love With

July 26, 2025July 26, 2025

French country cottage, rustic stone facade with pale beige and cream tones, rectangular compact structure, natural stone walls, steeply pitched roof with dark terracotta tiles, small rectangular windows with grey shutters, central wooden door painted muted blue-grey, vines climbing along the eaves, simple stone step entry, flowering hydrangea bushes lining the front, gravel pathway, informal garden with lush green shrubs, rural countryside setting with clear skies.

Check out our French country cottage designs, where every stone and shingle whispers enchanting stories…

25 French Cottages That Will Charm Your Socks Off

July 26, 2025July 26, 2025

French cottage, stone facade with climbing ivy, soft beige and ochre tones, asymmetrical structure with charming nooks, natural stone and stucco materials, steeply pitched slate roof with prominent eaves, tall casement windows with white wooden shutters, arched wooden front door with wrought iron accents, gravel pathway leading to the entrance, rustic wooden pergola with flowering vines, lush garden with neatly trimmed hedges and colorful flowerbeds, mature trees surrounding the property, tranquil village countryside setting.

Check out our French cottage designs where charming stone walls and storybook roofs transport you…

21 Modern Italian Farmhouses Where Rustic Meets Rave

July 23, 2025July 23, 2025

Modern Italian farmhouse, symmetrical facade, two prominent stone gabled wings flanking a central glass-enclosed section, warm natural stone exterior, earthy tones with dark metal window and door frames, rectangular structure with pitched roofs, stone as primary material combined with expansive glass panels, dark standing seam metal roofing, large grid-style windows from floor to ceiling in center section, black framed glass doors, central outdoor path leading to the entrance, raised stone fountain in front courtyard, lush landscaping with low shrubs and ornamental grasses, backdrop of well-manicured garden, rural countryside setting, dusk lighting.

Check out our modern Italian farmhouse designs that mix charm, modern flair, and just the…

25 Farmhouse Pool Houses That Will Make You Want to Dive In

July 23, 2025July 23, 2025

farmhouse pool house, traditional rectangular facade with board-and-batten siding, white exterior with contrasting dark trim, elongated rectangular footprint, vertical wooden panels, gabled roof with gray asphalt shingles, metal accent roof over porch, symmetrical black-framed sliding glass doors and tall narrow black-framed windows, central double glass door, flanked by outdoor wall sconces, deep covered porch supported by white posts and decorative brackets, outdoor bar counter with barstools, expansive flagstone patio area surrounding rectangular swimming pool, minimalistic landscaping with manicured lawn, flowering shrubs, tall grasses, mature trees in the background, rural garden setting, scene is serene and lush.

Our farmhouse pool house designs blend charm with modern splashes of luxury. Farmhouse pool houses—where…

25 Modern Australian Farmhouses That Wow and How

July 23, 2025July 23, 2025

modern australian farmhouse, gabled facade, vertical cladding, light off-white and charcoal grey colors, single-storey, elongated L-shaped structure, smooth cement render and board-and-batten timber materials, pitched metal roofs, large black-framed grid windows, glass sliding doors, integrated central entry patio, minimalist landscaping with native grasses and shrubs, curving concrete pathway, sparse mature trees and maintained green lawn, rural setting with open sky and surrounding eucalyptus trees.

We’ve drawn inspiration from modern Australian farmhouses where rustic charm meets sleek innovation, turning dreams…

25 White Modern Farmhouses That Will Steal Your Heart and Maybe Your Tractor

July 23, 2025July 23, 2025

White modern farmhouse, vertical board and batten facade, crisp white paint, rectangular structure with gabled and shed rooflines, exterior finished in wood siding, dark metal roofing with prominent overhangs, large modern black-framed windows including a statement picture window and clerestory windows, glass single front door with sidelights, covered patio with wood columns, built-in porch swing, poolside lounge area with modern wooden furniture, geometric white stone paving with artificial grass inlays, minimal landscaping, pool reflecting the architecture, open backyard setting with trees in the distant background, evening scene.

Check out the irresistible blend of rustic charm and contemporary flair of our white modern…

25 Japanese Farmhouses Time-Travelling to Tranquility

July 23, 2025July 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…

24 New England Farmhouses That Will Moo-ve You

July 23, 2025July 23, 2025

New England farmhouse, symmetrical two-story facade, light yellow wooden clapboard exterior, white trim accents, grey central panel door with simple pediment, rectangular structure with side addition, gabled roof with weathered grey shingles, single central brick chimney, evenly spaced double-hung sash windows with white muntins, stone retaining wall in front, black metal lamppost by walkway, modest foundation plantings and trimmed shrubs, mature deciduous trees with autumn foliage, expansive mown green lawn, rural wooded backdrop under clear blue sky.

Check out the rustic charm and historical quirks of our New England farmhouse designs, where…

24 Swedish Farmhouses That Blend Tradition and Style

July 23, 2025July 23, 2025

Swedish farmhouse, classic wooden facade, painted in traditional red with white trim, rectangular shape with one and a half stories, constructed from timber planks, steep gabled roof with red clay tiles, symmetrical white-framed double-hung windows, simple wooden front door painted white, small covered porch with timber posts, gravel path leading to entry, manicured lawn with wildflowers and birch trees, gravel driveway, rural countryside setting with open fields in background.

Check out our cozy Swedish farmhouse designs, where charm, simplicity, and those delightful red panels…

24 Classic Farmhouses You Wish You Could Call Home

July 22, 2025July 22, 2025

Classic farmhouse, symmetrical facade, white horizontal siding, rectangular two-story structure with prominent central gable, vertical cupola on roof. Light gray standing seam metal roof with steep pitch, overhanging eaves. Tall, narrow double-hung windows with white trim, grid panes, evenly spaced. Simple paneled front door, no transom, accompanied by small potted plants. Wide wraparound porch supported by square columns, wooden railings, rocking chairs. Porch skirted with lattice trim. Neatly manicured lawn, minimal foundation planting, open expansive grassy surroundings, isolated rural setting, clear sky backdrop.

Check out the endless countryside nostalgia of these classic farmhouse designs — the kind of…

23 European Farmhouses That Will Sweep You Off Your Feet

July 21, 2025July 21, 2025

European farmhouse, rustic stone facade, light beige and natural stone colors, rectangular and L-shaped structure, exterior walls of rough limestone and stucco, steeply pitched gabled roof with aged gray slate tiles, large arched black metal framed windows, tall arched double doors in dark wood or iron, timber pergola or covered porch at entrance, gravel and stone walkways, manicured boxwood hedges, old-world lantern fixtures, surrounding open green lawns and mature trees, rural countryside setting.

Get cozy with our European farmhouse designs, where rustic beams meet stories of old-world simplicity…

25 BBQ Sheds Built for Serious Grilling

July 21, 2025July 21, 2025

BBQ shed, contemporary facade with horizontal wooden slat panels, natural wood tones with black metal structural framing, rectangular shape, primary material is wood accented with steel, flat overhanging wooden roof, no visible windows, open-front design without doors, two open shelves flanking a central metal grill, light-colored bar stools, paved outdoor patio with large neutral tiles in front, minimal landscaping with potted plants and a dark wooden fence, surrounded by green trees in a private backyard setting.

Sizzle up your outdoor space with a BBQ shed that’s as stylish as it is…

23 Modern Sheds That Redefine Outdoor Elegance

July 21, 2025July 21, 2025

Modern shed, clean horizontal siding facade in dark gray, natural wood accent under eaves, rectangular box shape, composite siding and wood materials, single sloped roof with deep overhang, black framed clerestory and rectangular windows, double glass doors with black frames, no visible outdoor structures or deck, minimal landscaping with trimmed green grass, fenced backyard, suburban residential setting.

Check out our modern shed designs that are so sleek and stylish they might just…

16 Lean To Sheds for Every Backyard

July 20, 2025July 20, 2025

Lean to shed, natural wood facade, horizontal wooden siding, light brown and tan colors, rectangular shape with simple straight lines, constructed from unfinished timber, single-sloped roof with wood shingles, no windows, double wooden doors with vertical planks, black metal handles and hinges, gravel base around the perimeter, dense green foliage and trees in the surrounding background, nestled in a shaded garden environment.

Curious about that nifty lean-to shed everyone’s buzzing about? This super hero of small spaces…

24 Japanese Tea Houses That Embrace Zen Living

July 20, 2025July 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…

24 Cool Small Houses That Pack a Big Punch

July 20, 2025July 20, 2025

Cool small house, modern asymmetrical facade, dark horizontal siding combined with light gray vertical cladding, large floor-to-ceiling windows with thin black frames and orange accent grid, sharp single-sloped roof with extended eaves, wide wooden front steps, narrow black entrance door, minimalist wooden pergola above main windows, paved stone walkway, tidy foundation shrubs, small manicured evergreens and ornamental grass, surrounded by lush green lawn, tall mature trees in dense forest background, bright daytime setting.

Check out our charming tiny houses that pack a punch with mesmerizing designs and unexpected…

22 Pool House Guest Suites That Feel Like a Private Resort

July 20, 2025July 20, 2025

Pool house guest suite, modern minimalist facade, crisp white exterior walls, rectangular shape with clean lines, smooth stucco finish, low-pitched gable roof with light gray shingles, large sliding glass doors, no visible window muntins, simple trim details, concrete patio area directly in front, landscaped with potted plants and manicured green grass, rectangular swimming pool adjacent to structure, umbrella and sun loungers by poolside, wooden privacy fence in background, lush tropical greenery including palms and hedges, bright and sunny setting, clear blue sky with scattered clouds.

You can transform your backyard into a staycation masterpiece. We prove it with our pool…

17 Modern Houses With Geometric Windows That Defy Norms

July 19, 2025July 19, 2025

Compact structure with a facade pattern of alternating cream and beige brick arranged in a rhythmic vertical cadence. Dominating one side is a

Check out our designs of houses with geometric windows, where rectangles, circles, and daring triangles…

21 Modern House Designs with Built-In Flower Boxes That Bloom with Style

July 19, 2025July 19, 2025

Set amidst rolling terrains the small modern house presents a captivating facade donning burnt orange clay tiles contrasting with the dark wood

Here are just some modern house facades made just a tad more beautiful with flower…

18 House Designs With Mirror Siding That Disappear in Plain Sight

July 19, 2025July 19, 2025

Set within the luxuriant sprawl of a celebrated vineyard this sleek mirrored residence reflects rows of lush grapevines. The pavilion like structure

We’ve designed these houses with mirror siding just to see how well we can hide…

19 Small Cottage Houses With Half Brick Half Wood Siding

July 19, 2025July 19, 2025

Small cottage house with half brick, half wood siding facade, modern cottage style. Lower half features red brick, upper half features vertical white wood paneling. Contrasting black trim on windows, doors, columns, and porch roof. Gable roof with dark gray asphalt shingles. Black framed rectangular windows with grid patterns. Black entry door with glass grid upper section. Small covered front porch with brick columns and concrete steps. Simple outdoor seating with wooden chair and neutral cushions. Clean concrete walkway leads to porch. Neatly manicured green lawn, foundational shrubs and plants around entrance. Background of tall leafy trees and clear sky. Suburban, peaceful setting.

Check out our small cottage house designs with their delightful mix of brick-and-wood sidings, where…

22 Tuscan Beach Houses for La Dolce Vita Living

July 17, 2025July 17, 2025

Tuscan beach house, stucco facade, Mediterranean style, soft white exterior with tan and beige accents, expansive and irregular L-shaped structure with a central round turret, smooth plaster walls, clay barrel roof tiles in brown tones, multiple arched wooden doors for garages and main entry, arched and rectangular windows with dark trim, wrought iron details, prominent covered entry with columns, paved stone driveway and walkway, lush tropical landscaping with palm trees and manicured shrubs, vibrant flowerbeds, coastal environment with clear sky and abundant natural light.

Check out the sun-drenched charm of our Tuscan beach house designs, where rustic elegance meets…

23 Rustic Craftsman Houses That Redefine Cozy Living

July 17, 2025July 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…

18 Modern Luxury Castles That Will Make You Feel a Bit Like Royalty

July 17, 2025July 17, 2025

Modern luxury castle, symmetrical neoclassical facade with prominent central arched entrance framed by columns, flanked by cylindrical towers with battlements and small pointed turrets, pale stone-clad exterior, large rectangular and arched floor-to-ceiling windows with elegant trim, flat and subtly pitched roofing with turret spires, double wooden entry doors with glass insets, grand front terrace with formal steps and outdoor seating, manicured lawns, minimal shrubbery, surrounded by forested greenery, tranquil twilight setting.

Craving the grandeur of old-world castles with the swankiness of modern amenities? Check out our…

14 Rustic Brick Houses That Rock The Cottagecore Vibe

July 17, 2025July 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…

22 Industrial Tropical Houses That Blend Raw Edge with Lush Vibes

July 17, 2025July 17, 2025

Industrial tropical house, facade of exposed concrete with a smooth, uniform finish, emphasizing minimalism and structural honesty. Rectilinear structure with a boxy, geometric form and clean lines. Primary building material is raw reinforced concrete, complemented by glass and select natural timber accents. Flat roofing system, possibly with a slight parapet for visual continuity and to hide rooftop utilities. Large, expansive fixed-pane and sliding windows framed in black or dark metal, maximizing natural light and visual openness. Main entry door is substantial, featuring a pivot or sliding system with a mix of glass and metal elements. Outdoor areas include modest planting beds and paved walkways, with occasional use of timber decking. Landscaping features tropical foliage, potted plants, and minimal decorative elements to maintain the industrial clarity. Surrounding environment consists of lush vegetation, mature palms, and subtle integration with the natural terrain, accentuating the tropical setting. The overall scene exudes a blend of raw industrial aesthetics and vibrant tropical greenery, set against a backdrop of dense natural landscape.

We have mixed together concrete with coconuts to design these industrial style tropical houses. Talk…

22 Tropical Beach Houses in Coastal Paradise

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025

Tropical beach house, natural wood facade with exposed timber beams, low and horizontal bungalow-style structure; constructed with wooden planks and stone accents; traditional thatched sloping roof with extended eaves for shade; expansive floor-to-ceiling glass windows providing panoramic beach views; wide, sliding wooden-framed glass doors opening directly onto the sand; spacious covered outdoor veranda with wooden decking and lounging furniture; landscaping features mature tropical trees and large boulders integrated with the shoreline, soft white sandy beach extends from the house to clear turquoise water; surrounding environment is serene, nestled under the canopy of trees and set on a tranquil, secluded beachfront with lush greenery and rocky outcrops completing the natural scene.

Check out our tropical beach house designs inspired by sunshine and salty breezes. I once…

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

July 16, 2025July 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…

23 Private Island Mansions That Will Make You Green with Envy

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025

Private Island Mansion, Mediterranean-inspired facade with soft beige stucco walls accented by light stone highlights. The mansion is composed of multiple interconnected wings forming an expansive, resort-like complex with a balanced, symmetrical layout and gracefully curved boundaries. The materials feature smooth plaster finishes, natural stone trim, grand archways, and elegant balustrades. Roofing consists of terracotta-colored barrel tiles, creating a warm, classic Mediterranean silhouette with varied rooflines and cupolas. Windows are tall, multi-paned, and arched, bordered by decorative shutters and wrought iron railings. Doors are prominent, double-leafed, crafted from rich, dark wood with ornate ironwork and glass panels. The outdoor areas include broad terraces, multiple swimming pools branching towards a private lagoon, covered patios with columns, and secluded cabanas. Landscaping is lush with mature palm trees, manicured lawns, sculpted hedges, and tropical gardens interspersed with stone pathways and water features. The surrounding environment is characterized by private waterways, white sand beaches, and vibrant turquoise sea waters encircling the estate. The setting, shown from an aerial view, emphasizes the mansion’s privileged, secluded island location amidst unspoiled natural beauty and luxury.

We’ve had an opportunity to create several private island mansion designs. The key with these…

23 Southern Victorian Houses That Will Charm Your Socks Off

July 15, 2025July 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…

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

July 15, 2025July 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…

14 Victorian Beach Houses That Defy Time

July 15, 2025July 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.

Yes, we’ve actually designed Victorian beach houses—where sand meets ornate splendor and every design choice…

23 Japanese Tiny Houses Living Large in Small Spaces

July 15, 2025July 15, 2025

Japanese tiny house, minimalist contemporary facade featuring vertical natural wood siding, rectangular structure with clean geometric lines and a slightly slanted roof, building materials predominantly natural timber with black metal accents around the window frames and roof edge, large frameless sliding glass doors creating a transparent frontage, flat wooden deck steps leading to the entrance, expansive floor-to-ceiling windows forming almost the entire front wall for maximum transparency and connection to outdoors, understated wooden door integrated into the glazing, compact outdoor wooden terrace seamlessly extending from the interior, carefully curated landscaping with smooth river stones, small shrubs, moss, and ornamental grasses, surrounding environment is a tranquil urban garden enclosed by simple fencing and subtly integrated lighting, serene residential setting with mature trees and adjacent quiet neighborhood properties.

Here’s our collection of Japanese tiny house designs, where every corner is though through with…

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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21 American Ranch Houses That Never Go Out of Style

July 14, 2025July 14, 2025

American ranch house, traditional facade with horizontal emphasis, single-story rectangular structure with an extended lateral layout, exterior constructed of natural wood siding and locally sourced stone accents, low-pitched gabled roof with wide eaves and dark-colored shingles, large picture windows with divided lights spanning the front for broad outward views, substantial wooden entry door centrally located, expansive covered front porch with timber beams, open outdoor seating area adjoining the porch, rustic fencing both decorative and functional lining the approach, landscaping features manicured lawns and clusters of deciduous trees, long gravel driveway leading from the main gate to the house, the property is surrounded by rolling grassy fields and distant forested mountains, serene rural setting under a clear blue sky.

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23 Ranch Barndominiums Where Rustic Meets Modern

July 14, 2025July 14, 2025

Ranch barndominium, contemporary facade with clean lines and crisp, painted light-toned exterior walls contrasted by dark window and door frames, elongated L-shaped structure with a linear, sprawling layout, finished in smooth stucco or painted board siding, metal standing seam gable roofing in a cool gray tone, expansive horizontal windows and glass sliders, a mix of large fixed panes and transoms, simple rectangular glass doors with black trim, wide covered patio area with recessed lighting and multiple seating zones, outdoor transition marked by broad steps and low planters, neatly manicured lawn bordered by minimalistic shrubbery, mature trees along the perimeter, natural woodland setting in the background under an open sky that enhances the spacious, secluded atmosphere.

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15 White Ranch Houses That Nail the Look

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Savor the charm of our white ranch house designs, where timeless simplicity meets cozy comfort,…

23 L-Shaped Ranch Houses That Will Steal Your Heart

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22 Californian Ranch Houses That Ooze Endless Charm

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17 Black Ranch Houses That Redefine Cool

July 10, 2025July 10, 2025

Black ranch house, modern minimalist facade emphasizing vertical black metal siding, simple rectangular structure with clean lines and pitched roof. The exterior is clad in dark matte metal panels, giving a unified and sleek appearance. The roofing is a standing seam metal roof in deep black, complementing the siding and creating a cohesive look. Windows are large, grid-style with black frames, providing strong contrast and ample natural light; they are regularly spaced and low to the base. The front door is wide, solid, and painted black, set flush with the facade for minimal ornamentation. Outdoor areas feature a concrete walkway leading to broad steps and a small landing. Landscaping includes drought-resistant ornamental grasses, gravel beds, and sparse greenery, such as a young tree and planters with tall grasses. The surrounding environment is open and minimally landscaped, with misty, natural rural surroundings visible. The setting delivers a calm, contemporary scene integrated with nature, emphasizing simplicity and natural textures.

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