Modern flat-roof single-storey elevation
01Modern flat roof
Clean lines with a parapet and large windows.
Single story house elevation: 10 front design ideas
Front designs that make single-storey homes look balanced and welcoming.
Modern single-storey house with stone cladding, a wooden door and a flat roof
A good single story house elevation gives a one-floor home presence and charm. With the right mix of materials, colours and details, even a simple house front can look striking.
Here are 10 single storey elevation ideas.
Single-storey house with sloped roof
02Sloped roof
A sloped roof sheds rain and looks cosy.
Stone cladding on a house front
03Stone cladding
Stone on one section adds texture.
04Wooden panels
WPC wood-look panels warm the facade.
Front verandah with pillars
05Front verandah
A verandah with pillars for evening sit-outs.
Two-colour house elevation
06Two-colour paint scheme
A neutral base with one accent colour.
House front with elevation lighting
07Elevation lighting
Wall washers and uplights at night.
Laser-cut screen on a single-storey house
08Laser-cut screens
Metal screens for pattern and privacy.
Traditional Bengali-style house front
09Traditional Bengali elevation
Red oxide accents and green shutters.
Landscaped front yard
10Landscaped front yard
Plants and a pathway soften the front.
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How to design a single storey elevation
- Balance proportions: windows, doors and solid wall in harmony.
- One feature material: stone, wood or tiles.
- Weatherproof finishes: exterior paints and claddings.
- Shade: sunshades over windows.
- Lighting: plan exterior lights with the elevation.
Materials and rough cost factors
- Cladding and paint.
- Roof type.
- Screens and lighting.
- Landscaping.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
What is a house elevation?
The front (or side) view of a house showing its design, materials and features.
How can I make a single-storey house look modern?
Use clean lines, a flat roof or parapet, one feature cladding and good lighting.
Which cladding is best for house fronts?
Natural stone, stone-look tiles or WPC panels.
What colours suit a house elevation?
Neutral bases like white, grey or beige with one accent colour.
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