Ideas for your dream home at the lowest costs
Life is unique when it comes to choosing homes – while we all want a stunning structure that attracts attention (and envy), we also want our homes to blend in with their surroundings and the neighborhood. Long order, right? The process of designing an exterior home becomes more difficult once we start choosing colors, materials and shapes – definitely not a project for novice designers!
But in the end, we all want to live in a visually appealing home. Think of those homes that make you do a double take when you pass by; Those who have this sure thing. What rules did they follow? What basic principles do you include when it comes to exterior facade designs?
1- Symmetry and balance of shapes
Similar to graphic design and fashion design, interior and architectural design also work with balance and harmony. Therefore, the facade of every home needs some semblance of balance and harmony in order to appear properly designed.
The simple and straight lines of the modern home; The symmetrical curves of a traditional/classic structure… Regardless of the style, a properly designed home will flaunt a proportionate exterior that is balanced in its appearance.
2- Form follows function
The purpose of any building should be the starting point for the design. So, ask yourself what is the purpose of your home. Consider your lifestyle and your family’s needs to figure out what is needed for the appearance of your home.
are you an artist? Then you may need large windows that receive a lot of sunlight. Want extra loft/bedroom space above the garage? Then your home’s exterior may need a dormer window to make the window in that room look balanced.
3- Ideas for the interface
Whether you’re choosing between cedar and brick panels, always balance durability and aesthetics. Of course the exterior of your home should also reflect your personal style (for example, broken stone for a rustic look).
To avoid costly accidents, always consult a professional engineer. And keep browsing the internet to see what options are available in terms of interface materials and appearance.
4- Combine the external colors
The safest and most effective approach to your home’s exterior color palette is to choose two colors from the same color strip a few shades apart (such as cotton white and chrysanthemum white). The lighter or darker shade can be used for the body; Save the opposite for pruning. Then bring in a third, contrasting color (ie shamrocks green) to accentuate your front door.
5- Choose your roof
A fitting ceiling will not only look stylish, but also be functional and safe.
In terms of materials, slabs and tiles may look perfect, but remember that they are very heavy. Make sure your home structure can handle the load. Due to its low cost and ease of installation, asphalt and wood shingles seem to be the most widespread.
Always consider the cost, durability, weight, and style of your home before settling on a final ceiling design.
6- The correct garage doors
Regardless of the design style, you need to know about garage doors’ insulation properties, safety features, material durability, spring designs, warranties, and cost. This is where the help of garage door professionals can become invaluable.
7- Your windows
The windows of your home are his soul, they shine the light on all those personal moments you enjoy indoors. Therefore, when choosing the right windows for your home, first make sure that they are durable. Second, they need to complement your home’s design (while modern homes can look great with large floor-to-ceiling windows, traditional structures command more rectangular windows with matching white panels).
8- Getting the right entrance
In addition to choosing a contrasting color for your front door (as mentioned in Step 4), you can also choose a lighter/darker shade from the same color family as the rest of your home. But to make your front entry stand out, make sure your door is a shade darker or bolder than the rest of the facade.
And don’t shy away from other features that are meant to add character to the entryway, such as lighting, plants, door handles, rugs, porch seating, etc.
9- The importance of landscaping
Landscaping involves well-planned plant placement to add visual appeal to your yard. This means that you can’t just drop a few cultivators and call them a day!
To find out which plants are most suitable for your area/landscape, we suggest talking to a professional gardener/landscape architect, or someone at your local nursery.
10- Artificial lighting
Proper lighting is vital to the safety of the home and the allure of the night. Consider adding outdoor fixtures to garage, walkway areas, porches, patios, etc.
Choose lights that complement your home’s style. While traditional homes look great with lantern-style chandeliers hanging over a covered entry, angular steel lights can add modern flair to modern homes.
Getting your perfect home exterior design can be daunting, but it can also be fun. Remember patience and stick to style. And while it is important to follow the rules of color, material, form, function, etc., we also recommend keeping an open mind.