Custom homes are a great opportunity to create a living space where you have full control over every aspect of it, including the architectural style. In today’s post, the custom home builders at J. Bryant Boyd Architect Design-Build take a look at the most popular architectural styles for custom homes.
Traditional architectural styles are generally based on home styles in use during the 17th to the 19th centuries. Some of the most common traditional styles include:
Design build firms like us are often asked about the differences between modern and contemporary architecture. The answer is that contemporary architecture is not rooted in a particular era — rather, it represents the “now”. The traditional styles cited above would have been called contemporary during their time.
Modern architecture, on the other hand, is a group of styles that became dominant during the mid-20th century. Materials such as concrete, iron and plate glass were flaunted instead of concealed. Modern architecture is associated with stark lines and rectangular forms, but they also emphasize the use of natural materials and sunlight. The following are some styles that you may already know:
Learn more about the possibilities of building a custom home and working with a company that offers build on your lot services, like J. Bryant Boyd Architect Design-Build. Call us today at (512) 930-1686, or fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment. We serve Georgetown, TX, and the surrounding communities in Texas.
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