The exterior of your home is an expression of not just the architecture and design, but of you and your family. A bit like the clothes you wear, you want the look of your home to reflect your personality and have a degree of street appeal, making a bold statement or just a gentle nod to style. Whether it’s a perennial favourite or the latest trend, Clarendon has a facade that’s the perfect fit for you and your dream home. With more than 70 Clarendon home designs, each with an array of facade styles to choose from and options for customising everything from paint colours to roofing, trim and the front door... 

well, the possibilities start to look endless. Don’t worry, we’re here to help! What you want, of course, is a facade that works for you and your neighbourhood, sitting somewhere between the extremes of “different, unusual” (thanks Kath & Kim) and “just like next door”. Let’s explore some of Clarendon’s most popular styles, the newest trends, and get some advice on how to make the right choice for your future home. Do take the time to visit multiple Clarendon display homes for real-life inspiration. Seeing different styles up close makes it much easier to get a feel for what’s just right for you.

Clarendon has been building homes for more than 40 years, so we know what works – and so do our customers. Ryan Barnett, Design Manager of Campbell Property Group, says that among dozens of facade styles, Hamptons and Provincial continue to be popular choices for pairing with a wide range of home designs.

“The Hamptons facade is timeless and sophisticated, with crisp lines, gabled roofs and a palette of whites and soft greys,” says Ryan. “It remains a favourite for its elegant, coastal feel, which works well in Australian settings.”

Coastal façades such as this blend natural textures and light colours, creating a relaxed, breezy look – and they’re just as comfortable in suburban and acreage sites as they are by the sea. To see how the Hamptons facade works beautifully with a range of home designs, sizes and settings, visit our Boston 44 display home and granny flat in Sylvania, the Bowral 53 at Lochinvar, or the Bowral 57 on acreage in Box Hill.

“The popular Provincial facade, on the other hand, is inspired by classic European architecture,” says Ryan. “It imparts a sense of grandeur and tradition, with detailed mouldings, steep rooflines and beautiful symmetry.” The sophisticated Modern Provincial style is perfectly at home in an estate or an established suburb such as West Pymble on Sydney’s upper north shore, where you can see this façade on our Boston display home.

• Do your research – visit as many Clarendon display homes as you can for reference and inspiration.
• Inside out – the facade should reflect the home’s architectural style. If you’re not sure, a Clarendon consultant can provide expert advice on perfect matches.
• Keep it simple – limit your facade to a maximum of three to four different materials and colours. Simplicity and consistency are key to creating a timeless, elegant exterior.
• Consider the setting – aim to complement homes in your street and suburb. Good design not only enhances your home's appeal but also respects the overall character of your neighbourhood.