Are you considering adding a fence to your landscaping but unsure where to start? In this guide, Usual House explores the reasons why using fences in landscaping is beneficial, such as providing privacy, security, and protection from wildlife. We also discuss different types of fences to consider, including wooden, vinyl, metal, and wire options. We […]
A beautiful piece of decor, but what is a stumpery? A stumpery is a garden feature made from dead tree stumps or other parts of a tree - logs, bark, or branches - to make a decorative and eco-friendly garden feature. Stumperies caught on as part of garden design during the Victorian era in Britain, […]
Perhaps one of the most overlooked areas of home interior is actually the exterior. For some, constructing the perfect outdoor space is a labor of love. Others strictly prefer leaving it to the professionals. Within this collection of private yards, gardens and backyard spaces you will find design layouts that appeal to the eye and […]
With a snowy backdrop that is sprinkled with tall, wintery trees and a bright blue sky, this wonderful home is the work of famous modern architect, Pierre Thibault. He impresses with his ability to be able to create unity between nature and a building, and fuse the gap between outside and in. The exterior of […]
With a dark and dramatic structure, this house located near Palm Springs, east of Los Angeles, California, USA, is a triumph in modern design. The owner of the house wanted a home that could be hidden within a shadow due to the immense heat from the sun and the blazing brightness that comes with living […]
Walking through the trees, shrubbery and stunning views to get to this amazing house is definitely and entrance we are fond of. With such beautiful surroundings this one-storey house looks peaceful and very charming in both style and construction. This one-storey house was recently developed by J.Grant Design Studio and is located in Montecito, California, USA. The exterior […]
When you walk into this three-level loft space, you are greeted by clarity and minimalism at it’s best. With only small embellishments and minor detailing, this loft conversion is both modern, warm and homely. Located in Venice Beach, California, USA, this stunning interior was design and implemented by Hutton Design and has been filled with white walls, […]
The main aim of the designers of Martha O’Hara Interiors, was to create a formal, yet traditional house with a simple and beautiful aesthetic. The owners of the house conduct corporate events, so it was important for them to have somewhere they could invite their guests and allow them to dine in comfort and luxury. The […]
This classically styled two-story house was designed by Foley Fiore Architecture and is located in the wonderful city of New York, USA. This huge house consists of two floors, with an entrance hall, living room with wooden columns, a family room, kitchen with island, wine cellar, multiple bedrooms and bathrooms as well as ample space outdoors. As […]
This beautiful one-storey house is located in Seattle, Washington, USA, and was developed by Paul Moon Design. The exterior of the house has a lovely mixture of modern and traditional chalet styling. The wooden framework gives the house a rather natural look and feel and the stone inserts also help to give it a cabin-like look […]
