Home Design

Gambrel Roof
A gambrel roof is a type of roofing architecture featuring two slopes on either side where the lower slope is notably steeper than the upper, flatter sections, commonly found in barn houses, colonial buildings, and Dutch-influenced homes.
Half Bath
A half bath, also known as a guest or powder bath, is a room in a residence that contains a toilet and a washbasin (sink) but lacks bathing facilities such as a bathtub or shower stall.
Molding
Molding refers to ornamental strips of material, such as wood, used to cover joints between walls and ceilings, and to trim door and window frames. It adds a decorative touch to interiors and can significantly enhance the aesthetic appeal of a space.
Ranch House
A Ranch House is a one-story house design that originated in the western United States, characterized by its long, low, and rambling style.
Southern Colonial
Southern Colonial is a large, early-American-style, 2- or 3-story frame house with a characteristic colonnade extending across the front. The roof extends over the colonnade.
Split-Level Home
A split-level home, also known as a tri-level, is a residential property style where the floor levels are staggered. These homes typically have at least two sets of stairs, leading to different story levels.
Transition Room (Mudroom)
A transition room, commonly known as a mudroom, is an entryway space in a house designed to serve as a barrier between the outdoors and the home interior. It typically includes storage for outerwear and footwear, providing a place to remove and store dirty or wet garments before entering the main living areas.
Tri-Level
A tri-level home, also known as a split-level home, is a type of house that separates living spaces on different levels, typically with short flights of stairs connecting each set of rooms.

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