6,861 Exterior Design Ideas

Project Overview: The project was a single-family residential development project in North Portland designed by Ben Waechter. Product: Gendai 1×6 select grade shiplap Prefinish: Black Application: Residential – Exterior SF: 5500SF Designer: Waechter Architecture Builder: Stai Construction Date: April 2017 Location: Portland, OR

The Linear Vista Villa showcases a refined expression of modern architecture through clean geometry, earthy tones, and balanced proportions. The façade is composed of layered horizontal planes, creating depth and visual rhythm, while warm brown textures contrast beautifully against crisp white surfaces. Expansive openings and planters soften the structure, blending built form with nature. A vertical glass slit adds elegance and light to the stairwell, while the open terrace with wooden pergola enhances outdoor living. Designed with simplicity and sophistication, this home reflects Wallgrain’s approach to timeless, functional, and aesthetically grounded modern design.

The 11 feet cantilevered block, emphasizing its prominence in the front façade, serves for a double-height semi-open space. Photo credits: Purnesh Dev Nikhanj

This contemporary duplex residence features a striking modern elevation designed with bold geometric forms, warm wooden cladding, and elegant lighting elements. The facade combines textured surfaces, decorative jaali patterns, and clean white frames to create a sophisticated architectural composition. A glass balcony railing enhances openness while maintaining a luxurious appearance. Carefully integrated landscape elements and modern compound wall design improve the overall street presence. The design focuses on balancing aesthetics, natural materials, and functional outdoor spaces, creating a timeless modern home suitable for urban living. Architectural Design by Bcube Constructions – Bengaluru.

"கீர்த்தம்" The Keertham house is a Tropical Modern Architecture Building, designed for a real estate promoter, looking for a unique and visually stunning house for his MIG (Middle Income Group) Clients. This three-bedroom compact house seamlessly blends plain white wall with the concrete flying roof and it creates a warm and inviting atmosphere while maintaining a sleek and contemporary design. The exterior of the house features a unique combination of concrete, white & beige colour shades, which creates a striking visual contrast that sets it apart from traditional tropical designs. The wood accents bring a sense of warmth and grounding to the structure, while the concrete flying roof & white walls provide a modern and sophisticated feel. This interplay of materials creates a sense of balance and visual interest that is calming and captivating. The ground floor of the house is dedicated to the main living area, with ample space for parking and sit-out at the front, an open living, dining and kitchen at the middle, and a master bedroom at the back. The first floor is dedicated to practicality and functionality, featuring a family space at the center and connecting two bedrooms. The second floor is dedicated to utility and services. All floors are connected vertically through the carefully crafted staircase made of steel and stone combination. The living room is designed for relaxation, with sleek built-in seating, and large windows that flood the space with natural light. The dining space is perfect for entertaining, with a large table and plenty of space for guests. The kitchen is a chef's dream, with top-of-the-line appliances, ample counter space, and a modern design that is both functional and beautiful. This modern tropical house is not just beautiful, it is also incredibly energy efficient, with features such as hot air stack ventilation through double height staircase space that minimize energy usage and reduce the impact on the environment. In conclusion, the Keertham House focused on its originality. Its unique blend of plain white wall and concrete flying roof and its focus on functionality, space optimization, and energy efficiency make it a truly impressive and professional example of architectural design. This house is a testament to the creative collaboration between the architect and the client and is sure to be a source of pride for its owners for years to come.

Stone facades add an earthy charm to the home by integrating pastel hues and secondary materials of high performance.

The facade captures our attention through an unconventional play of materials such as wood, metal, stone, and glass that results in a distinctive exterior. The surrounding greenery adds a sense of warmth to the home.

The layout has been planned to create maximum openness so that the garden and built space become an extension of each other allowing activities to flow seamlessly from one edge to the other.

Back side view towards the drawing room with garden

Rohan Dayal