Hamptons Style: Hamptons style is a classic and timeless look that is inspired by the coastal homes of the Hamptons in New York. It is a classic beachside look that uses whites, blues and natural woods to create a bright and airy atmosphere. Externally the use of natural stone, render, weatherboards and gabled roof features are prominent.
Scandinavian Style: Scandinavian style is a modern and minimalistic look that uses a lot of light and neutral colours. It is a very clean and organized look that focuses on natural elements like light-coloured natural wood, stone, and plants. Externally a Scandinavian-inspired home would include simple gabled roof lines and light walls that incorporate some vertical timer elements.
Industrial Style: Industrial style is a modern and edgy look that uses concrete, steel, brick and heavily textured dark wood to create an urban atmosphere. This style draws on old factory/warehouse feel and is rather dark and heavy. The outside of an industrial-inspired home could utilise recycled bricks, dark render, concrete panels and even dark metal cladding.
Coastal Style: Coastal style is a classic beach-inspired look that uses a lot of white and horizontal lines and includes nautical accents. It is a great way to bring a relaxed and airy atmosphere to your home. The roof form could be simple gables or skillion using light metal roofing whilst the walls would be generally lightweight materials with horizontal lines and timber features such as pergolas or verandah trims.
Eclectic Style: Eclectic style is a mix of different styles and influences that come together to create a unique and personal look. It is a great way to make your home one of a kind and show off your personal style. The outside is a balancing act which can incorporate different roof styles and varying wall types and materials.
Modern/Contemporary: This style is characterized by clean lines, neutral tones, and minimal furnishings. Materials used often include natural wood, concrete, and metal. Externally a mix of face brickwork and render are most common with subtle inclusions of timber or metal. Roof forms can be anything from flat, pitched, gabled or skillion.
Rustic: This style is inspired by the outdoors and is characterized by warm wood tones and natural stone often leading to a slightly distressed, yet casual feel. Externally the look might verge on a mix of farmhouse and cottage but tends to keep to a relatively dark palette. Roof forms would generally be gable style and include a verandah of some sort.
Modern Farmhouse: This style takes the comfortable, relaxed farmhouse style and adds modern touches such as smooth lines, glossy accents and neutral colour schemes. It’s less rustic, more sophisticated and uses contemporary design elements like stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and sleek lighting. Externally the use of dark metal gabled roofing and exterior cladding incorporating vertical lines is common.
