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This Atlanta home renovated by New River Building resembles a different kind of farmhouse, perhaps a Southern gentleman’s farm. The welcoming veranda has elegant arches and columns while dormers break up the roofline and two fireplaces anchor the structure’s pleasing symmetry. Houzzers were especially drawn to the metal roof, the color palette and most of all, the weathered brick. Style note: They used a limewash process on the brick to give it the pleasing weathered look; it used to be a typical red brick.
But it wasn’t all farmhouses and Victorian inspiration on the most-popular list. This striking contemporary home in Sydney by TKD Architects has imposing planes and dramatic overhangs that are distinctly modern. The material palette of warm wood and cool concrete provides pleasing contrast. Houzzers were particularly drawn to this material palette and the barbecue area. Style note: The patios have a beautiful terraced look that eases the transition between levels and to the yard, and each step is enhanced by lighting.
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