Your Style of Home

Your Style of Home

Your home’s style plays a significant role in determining your preferred design elements. In Minnesota, several popular architectural styles can be found, each with its own distinct characteristics.

Colonial

Colonial homes are symmetrical and typically two or three stories tall. They often feature a front door flanked by windows, a small entryway possibly framed by columns, and one or two chimneys. Dormer-style windows with shutters and steeply sloped shingled roofs are common features.

Craftsman

Craftsman-style homes are known for their tall, gabled roofs, wide front porches that span the entire front of the house, and detailed wood trim.

Ranch

Ranch-style homes are generally single-story or split-level with an attached garage usually visible from the front.

Victorian

Victorian homes are characterized by their elaborate architectural details, steep roofs, decorative trim, colorful exteriors, and often a wrap-around porch.

Contemporary

Contemporary homes embrace modern design principles, featuring clean lines, large windows for ample natural light, and open spaces.They typically incorporate materials like glass, steel, and concrete.

Mid-Century Modern

Mid-Century Modern homes, popular in the mid-20th century, emphasize clean lines, open floor plans, and integration with nature. They often have large windows and flat or low-pitched roofs.

For these various styles, optimal design choices include decorative shingles for the roof, fiber cement siding that mimics wood, a sturdy entry door, and engineered wood windows with painted trim matching the gutters and garage door. These elements can enhance the aesthetic appeal and functionality of your home while staying true to its architectural style.

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