645,165 Exterior Design Photos

Bring the stunning Australian climate and landscapes to your home’s exterior by using colours and accents for its outdoor spaces. Sunny terrace, inner city apartment, or beach house - these exterior photos will help you choose the best layouts and styles for your home.

Laying the groundwork for your kerb, balcony, patio and verandah

When you get ready to remake your exterior, it's important to consider all the components. If you're starting from scratch, you must first decide what architectural designs you prefer. Next, it's time to consider the materials and colour scheme. Browse photos of exterior design ideas and shortlist the ones that suit your locale, home style and architectural detail. At this stage of home design or renovation, you’re pretty much setting the scene for all future decisions - from how detailed the outdoor lighting should be to which letterbox and house number suits your home.

What’s your preferred style in exterior design?

If you like an old-fashioned look, consider a Victorian, Federation, or Arts and Crafts home. For a sleek, modern approach, think about a Prairie style, art deco, modern or midcentury modern design. Or if you want your home to have regional character, go with mediterranean, Southwestern or tropical. In the end, consider your location, overall sense of style, budget and current home layout before making your final renovation plans. Traditionalist, minimalist, or eclectic - there’s something for everyone in these home exterior photos.

Concrete, sandstone, metal or brick letterboxes?

The materials you end up using for exterior home accessories such as letterboxes and different verandah artefacts are often determined by the overall style of the house. Traditional homes use more brick and wood shingles, while stone and metal cladding are popular contemporary options. Even if you're not quite ready for a complete renovation, you can easily change colour or use fresh home accessories to create a new impact.

Although you want to avoid a kitschy final product, you can add a few decorative elements to spice up your home's architectural design. House numbers are a great way to add personality; you can try an unique font or brighter colours for a different look. Mailboxes, doormats and funky lighting also help enhance your house's character. And when the season rolls around, don't forget about holiday decorations and Christmas lights!

Outdoor lighting and furniture ideas for verandah layouts

Perhaps the best use of these photos would be shortlist different outdoor lighting and furniture options. Draw inspiration from your own unique theme and mix it with these verandah, balcony, patio, deck and kerb ideas for a truly stunning home exterior. For instance, if you find a similar indoor-outdoor verandah layout, observe the use of space, colours, style and textures. Outdoor lighting is a great area for influence through real live examples of what others have done.