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Little English houses. Projects of houses in the English style

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Documentation on the location and equipment of all technical premises, electrical outlets, water supply, ventilation, gas and sewerage.

What is included in the design solution?

A detailed plan and instructions for the foreman, which display all the necessary stages and technologies in the construction of the foundation, walls and roof.

What is included in the architectural solution?

Creation of a sketch and its 3D image, which displays the location and size of rooms, walls, roofs, furniture, windows and doors.

What will you get after this stage?

All technical and visual documentation. Author's supervision over the course of construction. Our architect and designer will visit the site weekly.

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What do deadlines depend on?

The terms add up depending on the chosen project and material, (houses made of logs and timber take time to shrink).

What is "house shrinkage"?

This is a natural process of volume change wooden walls and other details due to the drying of the tree.

Who will build my house?

We have our own staff of certified workers and foremen with at least 5 years of specialized work experience. Since 2015, a construction equipment fleet has been put into operation. We do not engage contractors.

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Yes! You can send us any image and we will design and build what you want.

Do you have a designer on staff?

Now the state employs 5 interior designers with a total profile experience of 74 years.

What is included in an interior design project?

Drawing up a 3D project by a designer, as well as support and implementation of all finishing works.
We will also produce and supply furniture that suits your lifestyle and taste.

You will find a historical digression into the origins of a comfortable and so sweet looking English dwelling. Photos of houses and interiors - modern.

In the XVI-XVII centuries, England became the center of world trade and a powerful colonial power. Country estates are becoming the defining type of English housing. During this period, the architecture, named after the ruling dynasty, was called "Tudor". The estates have already lost their fortress character, residential buildings have increased in width, large and frequent windows and bay windows have replaced the slit-like openings of medieval castles.

At this time, many Flemish architects were working in England, fleeing the persecution of the Spanish Inquisition, they had a significant impact on the development of decorative motifs in the design of buildings. The requirements of reliability and defense gave way to concerns about the best lighting and ventilation of the premises, now housing had to be comfortable, have not only cozy living quarters, but also beautiful front rooms, and the beauty of their decoration testifies to the power and wealth of the owner.



As before, in the center of the house, as in medieval castles, there was a hall - a front hall, but now it was richly decorated on the walls with carved oak panels, and hunting trophies, weapons and portraits of eminent ancestors were hung above them. The ceiling was covered with stucco or carved open rafters.

On one side of the hall were living rooms, and on the other - utility rooms. This configuration of the house goes back to the old wooden dwelling of the Saxons, where the utility and living quarters were located around the threshing floor, the ceiling of which was the open roof rafters. An indispensable attribute of the house was a huge fireplace that reached almost to the ceiling. And another characteristic detail is the wide staircase in the hall, decorated with sculptures and carved wooden railings. The owners of the estate were very proud of the beauty and size of the stairs.



The outside of the building was clad in brick with white hewn stone trim. These details were decorated with intertwining scrolls of carving, masks, figures of monsters. The contrasting combination of decorative white stone parts and brick planes makes feature English architecture.

At the same time in the English villages are beginning to be built in large numbers half-timbered houses(the influence of Flemish architects affected). Their facades are covered with a fine mesh wooden beams- half-timbered houses, which stood out brightly against the background of white plaster and picturesquely decorated the streets of villages and small towns.



Two centuries later, residential buildings of Victorian England, common in both the city and the countryside, retained many of the architectural features of the estate of the past, but became more compact. The traditional hall and staircase continued to form the center of the building, with the rest of the rooms grouped around them.


Utility rooms have moved to the basement. As before, the houses were brick with white stone trim, and in the center of the facade there was a door framed by white columns.


were especially attractive cozy interiors similar houses. Their decor was based on antique motifs. Carved oak-panelled walls, carved fireplaces and white sculptured staircases.

And in the rooms stylish furniture Chippendale, a famous master of that time, as if "quilted" with many nails. The cosiness and comfort of these houses were loved by the next generations of their inhabitants, carefully preserving the interiors and supplementing them with items from their eras. As a result, a completely original style was formed - a traditional English house.



Loyalty to traditions, as you know, is a hallmark of the British. The reason for this was the island isolation, and the restrained nature, and the measured way of life of the subjects of the kingdom. The well-known motto "My home is my fortress!" It is a kind of philosophy of their life. And in our time, respectable English people prefer antiquity to avant-garde, and authenticity to stylization, so if there is oak furniture in the house, then it is really made of solid oak, and not finished "under oak". Everything in this house is established firmly and permanently and is passed on unchanged from generation to generation. For example, the Windsor hardwood chair, invented three hundred years ago, is just as popular today. And the wood species used for the production of furniture are the same as many centuries ago: oak, walnut, yew. But this furniture, on which many generations of ancestors sat, is, as it were, fanned by a special aura and creates an indescribable charm of an English house.

Each new generation of its inhabitants, without changing anything inherited from their ancestors, brought something of their own to the atmosphere. So from the colonies they brought wicker rattan furniture for the terrace, from travels to the East - Arabic lamps, Japanese screens and engravings. And, as a consequence of the gradual acquisition, the pieces of furniture in the interior differ in tone and style, generally creating a kind of harmony.


A large place in the decor of an English house is occupied by textiles: lamp shades, covers on sofas and chairs, pillows and blankets on chairs, curtains and a canopy over the bed. The color scheme is usually light, calm. And the drawings are varied from Scottish plaid and printed chintzes in a small flower in the kitchen, strict stripes on silk and colored cashmere in the living room to luxurious bouquets of "English" roses on the canopy, bedspreads and curtains in the bedroom.


A typical English drawing with juicy bouquets of roses scattered on a light background has become popular not only in England. But he could have been born right there: with such curtains and a canopy over the bed, you can isolate yourself from damp fog and drizzle outside the window, recalling centuries-old English lawns and luxurious flower beds. Plain, striped, small floral pattern or covered with antique oak panels, the walls of the house are decorated with tapestries and paintings: watercolors, engravings, landscapes, painted in oils, of course, originals.


An indispensable attribute of a house in foggy and cool England is a fireplace. It can be different: simply finished with bleached bricks with a dark wood mantelpiece, lined with tiles or natural stone. But in any case, this is the center of the living room, around it is located cushioned furniture, low tables, woolen carpets with a soft pattern on wooden floor. Such fireplaces look very stylish even in modern interiors:


The kitchen in an English house is a special room. Solid hardwood furniture, carved and painted in light colors: a chest of drawers, a slide with dishes, open shelves with ceramics, most often white and blue. Plates with a discreet pattern of all sizes, candlesticks, teapots. What used to be used, today serves as a decoration for the kitchen. Modern Appliances in such a kitchen it is “hidden”, but the hearth-fireplace serves as a decoration for the kitchen, which was previously used for heat and cooking, and now creates a cozy atmosphere of an old house.

All the details of life in such a house, be it trinkets and souvenirs on the mantelpiece, a carpet, a lamp, a picture or furniture on the terrace, correspond to the customs and habits of this particular family, are associated with family stories and legends. The English interiors of the Victorian era are very individual and natural - this is their main distinguishing feature and this is also the special charm of the style of a traditional English house.


Unfortunately, today’s middle-class Englishmen do not strive to follow centuries-old traditions, while Russian-speaking people who moved to Albion recreate replicas of such spectacular and book-loved Victorian interiors with pleasure and meticulousness, skillfully inscribing British notes into modern style with the help of designers:


English style classicism for decoration country houses attracts both designers and residents with its functionality, rigor and ability to demonstrate well the taste and character of its guests. Photos of houses in the English style demonstrate the external roughness of unlined facades with low-lying window openings and a bright red tiled roof.

Distinctive elements outside English apartments are considered:

  • wall surfaces lined with natural stone elements or bricks;
  • lack of carved details;
  • asymmetry in the arrangement of the exterior composition;
  • the presence of columns;
  • narrow color palette;
  • gable strict roof;
  • the territory near the house is planted with a garden and flowers.


Types of English country buildings

The architecture of English buildings is recognizable all over the world. There are three main architectural and construction trends with their own peculiarities and features.

Tudor house style. Visually, such buildings resemble fabulous village houses. However, the appearance is a bit rough.

The main architectural features of this type are:

  • the presence of high gables on the main facade;
  • a roof with a steep slope and uneven edges;
  • a large trumpet and miniature dormer windows;
  • the general outlines of the building are asymmetrical;
  • the entrance has an arched structure.


Georgian architectural style. For the modern English building world, this direction is the most popular. The buildings in the Georgian direction look magnificent and simple at the same time.

The direction is characterized by the following features:

  • symmetry;
  • window openings of the same size, which have the same location;
  • absence different kind embellishments;
  • the main facade of the building is decorated with five windows;
  • the front door is very low;
  • low roof.

Victorian direction. Differs in decorative facing and contrasting combinations in color registration.

Its features:

  • asymmetric arrangement;
  • overall territory of the veranda;
  • decorative finishing of wall surfaces with stone or siding;
  • ornamental and stucco elements.

The main feature of the houses, made in the English style, is the construction of a red brick building. Thanks to this material, which has a very reasonable cost, the life of the house is increased.

Another advantage is the high soundproofing qualities inside the premises.

The project of English apartments is characterized by the presence of two full floors and, in some cases, an attic. The entrance to the room is located in the middle.

architectural features

The foundation of a typical English residential building is very low, so the floor surface is almost level with the ground. You won’t be able to meet the usual basements and garages in the house, since the English style does not imply this.

Sometimes the owners can equip a small cellar or pantry in the home. The outer facade is not decorated or clad in any way, so it looks rather rough.

Window openings of a rectangular or square shape of the first level are located low. The roof of the house is covered with red tiles, its shape is sharp, and the construction is very high. In recent years, the roofs of English houses are made of straw or thatch.

A porch is attached to the house only if the building is located on a plot with a slope. But the entrance doors and windows are often framed by canopies.

Ivy winding along the canopy brings a special luxury to the design of the house in the English style. It is customary to plant small gardens and arrange picturesque flower beds next to an English residential building.

Layout inside the house

The main living area of ​​the first floor is represented by a spacious living room, which, as a rule, is combined with a dining room, corridor areas and a hall. The guest room is sure to be bright, as there are many window openings in the room. Another room on the first level is an office.

The second floor is considered the territory of sleep. In total, there are three bedrooms, one of which has a bathroom and wardrobe.

Interior composition of the house

The main conditions for creating an internal English interior for a private house are comfort and coziness. The living room is arranged in such a way that it is convenient for all guests and household members to be here.

As finishing materials, characteristic of work in the English style, choose natural wood. The floor surfaces are covered with a noble parquet flooring.

The chosen direction is characterized by large spacious areas for the living room, however, with the help of design techniques and in small rooms, it is possible to create a project that is spectacular and stylish.


A mandatory element of interior decoration characteristic of the English direction is a fireplace. It acts as the center of the entire interior composition in the guest area.

It is possible to clad the fireplace various materials in the form of marble, wood or limestone panels. On the shelf above the fireplace, it is customary to display watches, bronze sculptures, flowerpots with flowers and snuff boxes with cigarette cases.

The English stylistic direction is perfect for decorating a private country residence.

Photo of houses in the English style

Our clients are constantly talking about "English style" houses. And each of them means different things. It's time to deal with the English houses. We bring clarity.

Let's get rid of excessive detailing of styles and historical twists and turns. We will cut off majestic castles and huge residences. Fortunately, everything fits into a simple scheme. In the "classical" suburban private architecture of England, three periods can be distinguished in which three images of residential buildings have developed. If we hear about an English-style house, most likely we are talking about one of these three images.

Here it should be noted that all these once established styles are willingly repeated by the modern generation of architects and willingly bought by homeowners. They do not mix, because each has its own canons, which cannot be stepped over without leaving the boundaries of style - English styles are very different.

Tudor style (1500-1600)

Rustic medieval English house from fairy tales. The style proved to be resistant, despite the order architecture of the Italians, which penetrated everywhere into Britain.

Features of the English Tudor style - a brutal look. Very high gables on the main façade, often of different sizes. Huge pipe next to front door on the main facade or on the side. Arched entrance. Small dormers. Sometimes an imitation of a thatched roof. In new versions of buildings, large bay windows are made on the facades.




Tudor style features

  • Very high gables
  • Steep roof, often with a broken edge.
  • Dedicated chimney, often on the main façade
  • Windows with small glazing
  • Asymmetrical plan and general view
  • small dormer windows
  • The main entrance is often lined with a large stone

Examples of Tudor style houses in our database of facades.

Georgian style 1700-1800

We can say that this is a democratic version of the Palladian style, which was used in England at the same time in stately residences. The style is serious, sometimes even pompous, but quite simple.

It is from these houses that London is made up. Georgian is the urban English style of modern Britain. Georgian style can be traced even with its bold modifications. Most often, this style is meant by our compatriots when they mention the English style.



Even if the facade is not symmetrical, in the old urban development of London
Georgian style is still readable.

Examples of Georgian houses in our database of facades.

Features of the Georgian style

  • Rectangular, symmetrical plan.
  • Uniform distribution and dimension of all windows.
  • Brick, little decorated walls,
  • Low entry with portico or crown
  • Roof slopes of medium height.
  • Minimum roof overhangs.
  • Five windows on the main facade (in classic version)
  • Twin pipes
  • Pilasters on the sides of the door
  • Doors with panels

Victorian 1800-1900

At that time in England, construction was not regulated by the state, as, for example, in France, so young English architects willingly practiced in private houses. A lot of practice led to free composition. The architects paid attention to the internal convenience of the house and the variety of social roles of the residents. Less attention was paid to the external attractiveness of the house, Palladian and generally Italian order canons began to be forced out in favor of a convenient layout.

The Industrial Revolution and the mass production of decorative items made it possible to decorate even relatively poor estates. Hence the general decorativeness of the facades. The most striking style of the Victorian era is the style of Queen Anne.




Victorian style features

  • steep roof
  • Complex asymmetrical shape
  • Gable (pediment) overlooking the main facade
  • Veranda framing one or two sides of the house
  • Turret (round or square)
  • The walls are decorated with stone, fachwerk or siding)
  • ornamental patterns
  • bay windows
  • Decorative consoles

See examples of Victorian houses in our database of facades.

If you know these three English styles, you will recognize all classical English architecture. Unless, to expand our cultural horizons, next time we’ll talk about

The old designs of English houses are chronologically the oldest, in terms of area they are much smaller than the Tudor houses that appeared at the end of the 15th century, and even more so the large country Georgian and Victorian cottages, and most of all resonate with the medieval style. Ordinary are characterized by steep pitched roof with cross-gables, large stone or brick chimneys in front of the house, and small window openings of double-leaf windows. Entrances were often gables with a collapsed roof that was steep and straight on one side and carefully curved on the other. Doorways are arched or semicircular, richly decorated with fittings and outdoor lighting.

Architectural features of old English projects

  • The roof is steep, pitched with complex intersecting gables
  • Roof covering made of natural clay tiles, preferably old - with lichen or moss
  • Massive dominating chimney
  • Details may include half-timbered and narrow windows with wooden shutters
  • Finishing - natural or fake diamond, rough plaster and wood

Tudor houses

Tudor style houses are considered the next step in English cottage architecture. Tudor houses are usually combined - i.e. the first floor is designed from brick or stone, the second floor is an attic type, usually made using half-timbered technology or with decorative overlays made of timber. Roofs in Tudor style houses steep, pitched, with finely flared curves on the eaves, the windows are high and narrow. Tudor houses, like Old English ones, have massive chimneys or chimneys, but they are no longer brought to the fore and are located on the side or behind the house. We invite you to familiarize yourself with finished projects Tudor houses, or to carry out individual design of country cottages, carefully planned and functional, in accordance with your wishes.

Georgian houses

The Georgian style of architecture originated in England in the early 18th century and developed between 1720 and 1840. Houses in the English Georgian style are very easy to distinguish from other English projects - they are characterized by precise proportions and balance.

Characteristic Features of Georgian Architecture

  • They usually have rectangular symmetrical shapes, windows and doors centered on the front facade.
  • The most frequently used building materials is a simple clay brick of dark or light shades.
  • Georgian houses are mostly two-story, but you can design and attic project or single storey.
  • The roof is usually dark.
  • The colors are discreet - various shades of red and burgundy, sometimes gray.
  • Like any English home, a Georgian project must have a fireplace. Unlike earlier ones, here you can already do without a chimney attached to the side.

English Victorian designs

The Victorian style of architecture flourished for a century - from the 1810s to the early 1910s, but is still relevant today. Especially common in rural areas and suburbs of large US cities. Houses in this style have an asymmetrical facade, a steep roof, bay windows and towers decorated with spindles or carvings, porches with pillars and spacious covered terraces or verandas - with decorative railings.

Gables visually stand out on the facades. The decoration of English cottages in the Victorian style is decorated with shingles or siding, the roof is covered with patterned tiles. Traditionally, these houses are mostly two-story or with an attic.