10 Different Architectural Styles For Your New Home
1/8/23
By Brian Adams
1/8/23
By Brian Adams
Designing your new home can be overwhelming and exciting at the same time. One of the early choices you'll be faced with is deciding what style appeals to you, and how you want to incorporate those elements into your project. To help, here is a list of 10 different architectural styles that you should consider for your home. These are not the only styles out there, but should cover enough to get a much better understanding of what style(s) interest you the most:
Ranch: This style is characterized by a single-story design, with a long, low-pitched roof and wide eaves. It is often associated with the western United States.
Contemporary: This style is characterized by clean lines, minimal ornamentation, and an emphasis on function over form. It is often associated with modern architecture.
Mid-century modern: This style is characterized by a focus on simplicity and functionality, with an emphasis on clean lines and geometric shapes. It is often associated with the mid-20th century.
Modern Farmhouse: This style is characterized by a combination of modern and traditional elements, with a focus on functionality and a connection to the surrounding natural environment. It often features a white or neutral color palette, and may include elements such as a wrap-around porch, metal roof, and barn-style doors.
Craftsman: This style is characterized by simple, sturdy design, with a focus on natural materials such as wood and stone. It is often associated with the Arts and Crafts movement.
Colonial: This style is characterized by symmetrical facades, with evenly spaced windows and doors. It is often inspired by English homes from the colonial era.
Victorian: This style is known for its elaborate ornamentation, including towers, turrets, and patterned shingles. It is often associated with the Victorian era in the United Kingdom.
Tudor: This style is characterized by steeply pitched roofs, half-timbered walls, and large, multi-paned windows. It is often inspired by English homes from the Tudor period.
Cape Cod: This style is characterized by a symmetrical facade, with a central front door and evenly spaced windows. It is often associated with the East Coast of the United States.
Mediterranean: This style is characterized by stucco walls, red tile roofs, and arched windows and doorways. It is often inspired by homes from countries around the Mediterranean Sea.
Overall, there are pros and cons to every style. Hopefully this list helped break down some of the major options available. And better yet, hopefully one or two of these stuck out above the rest. Reach out if you have any further questions or want to discuss how we can create your home with elements inspired by one of these 10 Different Architectural Styles For Your New Home.