Home Architecture Styles | Inspiration & Beyond

Scott Simpson Design + Build is an experienced, unified team of architects and builders specializing in designing and building new construction homes with design sophistication. We invite you to visit our office in Northbrook and to tour some of our award-winning home architecture designs in local North Shore communities. Until then – have a look at some of our favorite home architecture styles and be inspired to build your own custom home!

Home Architecture Styles We Love

Modern Home Architecture Styles

Modern home architecture styles feature clean lines, minimalism, natural materials, abundant natural light sources and uncluttered spaces.

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Modern Farmhouse Homes

Natural elements and reclaimed materials are the centerpiece of our traditional and modern farmhouse design custom homes.

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Contemporary Home Architecture Styles

Today’s contemporary home architecture styles showcases open floor plans, streamlined spaces, statement pieces and a variety of materials and finishes.

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Urban Home Architecture Styles

Economic use of vertical space, active entertaining areas and maximizing of views define our design approach for city townhomes, condos and co-ops.

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Green Home Architecture Styles

Design focused on healthy buildings, clean energy, earth-friendly materials, local sourcing and long-lasting quality construction.

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In-House Home Architecture Style Experts

Learn how we break the architecture and design process down into manageable pieces to ensure your vision is realized on-time and on-budget.

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FAQs About Home Architectural Styles

Choosing the right home architecture style involves considering your personal tastes, the site and surrounding environment, and your vision for your custom home. Our team guides each client through a specific design process to decipher their style preferences and create a home that’s right for them – even if it doesn’t fit perfectly into one architectural style category. 

Absolutely! Many clients blend elements of multiple home architecture styles, such as modern minimalism with farmhouse warmth or contemporary materials with traditional layouts to create a unique, personalised design that fits their vision. 

Green home architecture styles prioritize energy efficiency, eco-friendly materials, healthy indoor environments, and sustainable construction practices. They allow homeowners to enjoy comfort, long-term savings, and minimal environmental impact without sacrificing style. You can read our detailed thoughts on building sustainably here

We highly recommend checking out our portfolio and exploring visual inspiration on Pinterest. We’d also be more than happy to take you on a tour through some of the homes we’ve created – contact us and we’ll get something on the schedule!