Country house facade design: a variety of stylistic trends

Facade design styles

Naturally, the design of the facade of a private house depends on the chosen style, and it, in turn, on the preferred material, and vice versa, if you first decided on the style, then construction and decorative materials are selected to suit it. Possible options for finishing the facades of cottages are as follows:

• Modern and modern;
• Pseudo-Russian;
• Artdeco or classicism;
• Empire or Baroque;
• Canadian or French;
• Victorian;
• Country;
• Author's;
• English or Dutch;
• Gothic or Romanesque;
• East Asian;
• Eclectic or Half-timbered.

As a rule, the design of the façade of a cottage matches the architectural style of the house. In fairness, it must be said that it is extremely rare for modern designers to use any one direction. Usually two or three similar styles are combined. But often the most beautiful facades of houses are created precisely due to contrasts. If you want to build an unusual house so that it stands out among buildings based on standard designs, you cannot do without the help of a professional designer.

Decoration of the facade of a house in the Art Nouveau style Source mebel-go.ru

Design Features

• Quality assurance. To carry out construction and finishing works in accordance with the developed project, proven teams of builders + designer supervision (architectural, structural) are offered.
• Within your budget. Before the design begins, the price range of finishing materials used in the design is also discussed with the client. Recommendations are given regarding quality, durability and correct installation technology. When developing the design of facades, specific materials from real manufacturers are used
• Free consultations. For all our clients, free consultations with the chief architect of the project throughout the entire period of construction work
• We work with all regions of the Russian Federation and CIS countries. Thanks to the capabilities of remote design, we successfully solve problems, despite the kilometers separating us

The facade begins with the project

It is impossible to build a reliable and beautiful house without a competent, high-quality project. If you do not have at least average builder skills and architectural engineer knowledge, do not try to save money, contact a specialist straight away.

Creating a facade project for a house includes the following main steps:

• Determination of the type of facade construction, selection of building materials.

When a house is built from scratch, the facade is thought out together with the “box” of the building: the project is approved, optimal materials are selected, etc. If work is being carried out to change the style of a house that was built a long time ago, then a specialist will definitely come to the site to make all the necessary measurements.

• Drawing up various options for facade design, primary projects.
• Choosing the best option.
• Development of a detailed project and drawing up an estimate.

Lastly, decorative façade elements are selected that match the desired style. The design of the facades of houses and cottages is always approved taking into account your wishes. But you also need to listen to the recommendations of the designer and builders, since there are many subtle nuances in the combination of materials that are not on the surface. Otherwise, you will never be able to build your dream home, which will be pleasant and safe to live in.

Main stages

Creating a project consists of several main stages:

1. 
   Pre-design work. This stage is necessary when designing the facades of ready-made cottages. For buildings whose dimensions are unknown, a complex of field work is required to obtain clear photographs of the existing facade and accurate measurements of all its parts. The result of the engineers’ work will be a drawing of the building in electronic form.

2. The first part of the work on creating a facade is drawing up a sketch. At this stage, the designer discusses wishes with the customer, clarifies the style of the future project, and prepares options for approval. To make it easier to evaluate the result, the customer is given a three-dimensional model of the building or its electronic version for review. The result of the work is recorded in the design album.
3. At the second stage, the project is developed, the final appearance of the building is finalized, and the documentation is transferred to the design bureau. The final cost of the work depends on the decisions made at this stage. Engineers select an economical, durable design option, and architects show the customer options for finishing the cottage, selecting colors, shades of materials and surface decor.
4. At the third stage, a working draft is developed. It combines all the decisions made by designers, architects, and engineers. After creating an album with working drawings of the future facade, the stage of selecting materials, suppliers, and workers begins.
5. During the work, supervision is carried out to ensure compliance with all rules of their implementation. Specialists visit the site, control the technology of work and the quality of materials used.

Thermal calculation

It is very important to correctly perform thermal engineering calculations during design. The cost of heating the building, comfortable room temperature, and the formation of condensation on the interior walls will depend on this.

The calculations and design of layers of enclosing structures (walls) are carried out by heating engineers. The purpose of the thermal engineering calculation is to determine the thickness of the insulation in the wall of the building. This indicator is individual for each building, it depends on several factors:

• average temperature of the coldest five days;
• duration of the heating period;
• window area;
• materials used;
• wall exposition.

Using special formulas, the required thickness of insulation is calculated to ensure warmth and dryness in the house.

Classification of facades by materials

The design of the facade of the house must be thought out to the smallest detail. First, it’s worth understanding what materials can be used to decorate facade surfaces, what their features, advantages and disadvantages are. In modern construction, both classic materials and innovative ones that have appeared on the market recently are used. You can choose:

• wood or wooden plank;
• regular or polished stone;
• brick or ceramics;
• concrete or composite;
• plaster of various types and textures;
• siding or metal;
• glass or plastic.

Each type of finishing materials for the facade, in turn, is divided into different subtypes and types.

Panel variations:

1. Porcelain tiles (slab)
2. Porcelain tile panel
3. Fiber cement (slab)
4. Fiber cement panel
5. Cassettes made of sheet materials (aluminum or galvanized sheet)
6. Composite cassettes (sheet of composite materials, cassette with milling)
7. Perforated panels (copper, bronze, polished stainless steel, steel, galvanized sheet)
8. Clinker for grouting
9. Concrete tiles
10. Marmarok
11. Ceramics
12. Stone
13. HPL panel
14. Profiled sheet, siding, linear panel.

Of course, this list of materials will expand when using architectural decor in the construction of luxury housing and will be filled with such excellent material as glass fiber reinforced concrete slabs or glass fiber reinforced concrete panels, however, for them we will specially develop an article and describe the entire process of designing a facade system with a two-level frame.

The numbering of our list for a specific type of building by application and popularity is preliminary, and here’s why:

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Look at the video of the original facade of the house:
Professional builders advise first of all to focus on the climatic conditions of your region.

The façade covering must withstand:

• rain, snow;
• ultraviolet radiation and temperature changes;
• wind and dust.

And at the same time not lose its attractive appearance and performance characteristics. Another important factor: the safety of the material and its environmental friendliness. The last parameter has received special attention recently.

Consider your financial capabilities and the availability of the chosen material - after all, the facade does not last forever and will have to be repaired and updated from time to time. When choosing a material for decorating facade planes, you also need to decide on the design style.

Facing brick as the best option for finishing the facade of a country house Source twedo.ru

Siding finishing

Siding is a modern construction and finishing material. It is practical and inexpensive. This is a great budget option for those on a budget. More often, siding is used for the construction of fences or outbuildings - for example, garages. But it is also quite suitable for cladding a modern country house. Especially if you choose not vinyl or steel, but wooden material.

Siding made from artificial materials, in addition to being accessible and inexpensive, has a number of advantages:

• durability and strength;
• resistance to corrosion and biological factors (mold, insects);
• wide range of colors.

Siding is easy to install and dismantle, but despite this, it is better to entrust such work to professionals. And if necessary, the cladding can be easily removed and replaced in the damaged area without completely repairing the entire facade.

Advantages of IR-Proekt

By ordering facade design from IR-Proekt, you receive the following advantages.

• Implementation of any technical solutions . In-house specialists will prepare a project for an industrial building, shopping or entertainment complex - any commercial or public facility. They will take into account the specifics of the construction and the client’s wishes, and offer effective, financially beneficial solutions.
• All services in one place . The company has its own technical base. Employees carry out geodetic and geological surveys, assist in obtaining approvals and passing examinations.
• Use of modern technologies . The use of advanced CAD systems in the development of design documents speeds up the process, eliminates the human factor, and increases the level of detail in the drawings. The prepared documentation is easy to read and contains comprehensive information for performers.
• Impeccable reputation . Among IR-Proekt's partners are X5 Retail Group, Metro Cash & Carry, McDonald's and other world-famous enterprises.

The work is carried out on a basic and urgent basis. In the second case, the price may increase.

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In our video we will talk about Japanese facades. Let's take a closer look at what errors happen during the installation process:

Important! Siding can be made not only of metal, but also of wood and vinyl types. Wooden siding is environmentally friendly; it decorates the facades of cottages and houses, but is not very durable and costs more than others. Vinyl is resistant to fire and is inexpensive, but has not proven itself to be a sufficiently reliable and aesthetic finishing material.

Finishing the facade with siding Source el.decorexpro.com
See also: Catalog of companies that specialize in house design

Finishing the facade of the house with tiles

Ceramic tiles are an excellent solution for decorating the facade surface of a townhouse or country house. Ceramics has the following advantages and features:

• the tiles look beautiful and modern;
• it is durable and practical;
• chipped elements are easy to replace if necessary;
• ceramic tiles are environmentally friendly and non-flammable;
• it is appropriate in almost any architectural style due to the variety of shapes and textures.

There is only one “but”: the material itself is not cheap. And its installation is even more expensive.

But there is good news: it is not necessary to tile the entire facade from the ground to the roof. You can lay the tiles only at the plinth level or in fragments. The author's design using this material for finishing facades looks very original and aesthetically pleasing. Typically, designers have ready-made solutions, based on which they can develop an individual project that takes into account your wishes and ideas.

The process of finishing a facade with tiles Source chrome-effect.ru

Brick facade finishing

Brick always looks good and quite aesthetically pleasing, especially modern clinker brick. This is far from the most original, but a time-tested option for façade cladding. Modern manufacturers produce facing bricks in a variety of shapes, textures and colors. Creating an unusual composition and thereby adding zest to the overall style of a country house will not be difficult.

Brick cladding is carried out at the construction stage, in parallel with the construction of walls and roofing. But you can also use brick for the restoration of an old building, for example, if you decide to make a ventilated facade.

Facade of a country house made of clinker bricks Source etokirpichi.ru

Wood in facade decoration

Wood is undoubtedly one of the popular materials for beautiful decoration of a country house. It goes perfectly with country, Russian, Finnish, and chalet styles. Wooden siding is used to decorate an American ranch style house.

What you need to take into account:

• wood requires additional treatment with special means that protect it from external factors, mold and insects;
• wood is a highly flammable, combustible material;
• boards tend to dry out and become deformed over time; it is necessary to take into account the shrinkage of the walls.

To preserve all the warmth and color of the wooden facade cladding, you should not paint it; it is better to use colorless varnish coatings or impregnations. Then the country house will look colorful and stylish.

Decorating the facade of a house with wooden panels Source pinterest.com

External stone decoration of the facade of a private house

Stone cladding always looks solid and rich, even in modern high-tech. You can use natural breeds:

• granite;
• shell rock or limestone;
• sandstone;
• Dagestan stone, etc.

Decorating a house with artificial stone will cost less. It is made from acrylic resins and cement; the surface can imitate any type of natural stone and is visually almost indistinguishable. But at the same time, artificial stone is much lighter and easier to work with.

The main feature of the stone: its thermoregulating properties. That is, in winter it will keep the house warm, and in summer, on the contrary, cool. At the same time, thanks to the variety of textures, patterns and shades, the stone looks very aesthetically pleasing and unusual. You can create stunning compositions, thanks to which your home will immediately turn into an architectural exclusive.

The stone goes well with almost all other finishing materials, so it can be used in any architectural style.

Partial finishing of the house facade with artificial stone Source dek-dom.ru

Programs

To plan and work with the designer, it is not necessary to install a special program. You can use free versions of programs that run in the browser.

Bion Design

The program provides opportunities for room planning. You can create a plan for it. Place the interior decoration on the plan in 2D or 3D mode. The choice of items and colors in the model catalog is extensive.

HouseCreator Online

This free program offers the design of houses from certain materials: logs and timber. The project can be implemented using frame-panel technology.

The designer provides the opportunity to choose a roof option and the number of floors. Choose wall and ceiling finishes. And the “highlight” of the designer is the calculation of the cost of the house.

Homestyler

A special feature of the Homestyler planner is that the project is created online. A high level of project implementation quality is what distinguishes this planner.

The disadvantage of the program may be the fact that the program interface is implemented in English.

Planner 5D

The program is attractive due to the presence of not only the possibility of designing and planning an interior, but also a landscape. It is possible to create your own version or choose one that is already in the catalog. The planner is close in functionality to professional designers.

The ability to create different types of room layouts, a large selection of interior details.

Selection of landscape options: lawns, paths, green spaces and lighting layout. The finished project can be posted on social networks.

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Watch a selection of different house facades in the video:
Fusion can be an ideal solution for those who do not have large finances and would like to use the remains of different materials. Many people start designing a fusion façade, relying on their own strength and knowledge, but in the end they give up and turn to professionals who will select the right materials and colors, thereby creating a unique and beautiful style.

Facade design in Fusion style Source nabatovpsy.ru

Designer facade decorations

Designer decor on the facade is what will make the building complete and emphasize a particular style. Although decorations are installed last, their type and location should be considered during the construction stage. At least it is advisable to do this. It’s good if this is a person who knows what the design of the facades of private houses is, photos of examples of which can be viewed and coordinated with him on the final result.

What is used most often:

• stucco molding, various bas-reliefs, frescoes and sculptures;
• towers and arches;
• bay windows and balconies;
• cornices and rustics;
• columns and capitals.

In addition to these elements, facades are also decorated with forged products - grilles, window sills, canopies and fences or living vegetation. A stone or brick facade of a house, entwined with vines or roses, looks very picturesque and attractive.

House facade decorated with vegetation Source yandex.ru

And one more point that can also be attributed to the finishing decoration of the facade is lighting. Thoughtful, competent lighting in a modern design is necessary. With its help, you can hide small errors and emphasize those elements that you consider the most significant.

Decorating the facade of a house with lighting Source banana.by

Tools for creating a home layout

After choosing the number of floors of the house, you can move on to planning the premises inside. The location of premises, their sequence and area are not regulated by standards, so any combinations and options can be used. Recommendations from design engineers will help you avoid the consequences of inconvenient solutions.

Based on the internal layout of the premises, you can return to the design of the facade: the number of windows, doors, stairs.

There are regulatory requirements for stairs and doors. Stairs must comply with the requirements of SNiP 2.08.01-89, and the location and method of opening doors must comply with fire safety requirements.

The location of windows must meet the standards for natural illumination of premises, which is regulated by SNiP 23-05-95, GOST R 56926-2016.

Photos of various types and styles of facades of country houses and cottages

What the facades of houses might look like, photos of two-story houses and small one-story houses with finishing made of different materials:

Original finishing of the facade with stone and plaster Source gidpoplitke.ru

Facade in Russian style Source goschelkovo.ru

Author's facade design using elements of a Swiss chalet, minimalism, Russian style, complemented by floral decoration Source ecoohotnadzor31.ru

Modern house with an Alpine style facade Source deacademic.com

Facade in American colonial style Source ecoohotnadzor31.ru

Facade in Gothic style Source many-pictures16.ru.net

Original decoration of the facade of a house with an attic in a classic style Source vip-1gl.ru

Finishing the facade with artificial stone and plaster with elements of designer decoration Source lemezit24.ru

The facade of the house is made of tiles, and the balcony is decorated with decorated wrought iron railings Source les21.jimdo.com

Original drawings on the facade of the house Source radiosarajevo.ba

Plastered facade with green ornament Source ecoohotnadzor31.ru

Mixed facade of a country house Source es.decorexpro.com

Schemes for fastening facade systems

1. Vertical (aluminium, stainless steel, galvanized)
2. Cross (galvanized or stainless steel)
3. Interfloor (all types according to composition)

The choice of the designer’s fastening scheme depends on the coordination and conduct of full-scale pullout tests at the site and the full composition of the design documentation regarding the application of the structure according to seismic data, bearing load, calculated data on the bearing base, the region (in which the object is located according to the operating environment of a particular system)

When difficulties arise with the base of the wall due to its unreliability (weak density of expanded clay concrete blocks, density below D-600) or the masonry is made of hollow bricks, the anchor fasteners do not hold in the base, difficulties arise in the classical (vertical or cross system) and its installation is impossible , the designer is obliged to carry out design work with the condition of installing the system in floor slabs or develop an installation scheme in a metal frame using steel anchoring (depending on the task)

In highly aggressive environments where curtain facades are used (sea regions of application, transport tunnels, seismically hazardous regions of Russia, Armenia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan), a more improved metal composition (stainless steel or anodized aluminum) is used.

In the case of carrying out work in seismically dangerous regions of our country and design without taking into account the necessary loads on the ventilated facade, neglecting the recommendations of the design organization, the facade has the potential to become unusable within 3-5 years, moreover, it can cause harm and injury if part of the structure collapses

Any solution for these regions requires common sense and the necessary design decisions, static calculations, a conclusion on the seismicity of the substructure and the necessary vibration test of any of the systems.