24 charming two-storey homes you'll wish were yours

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Are you planning a new home and require a few tips, tricks or ideas? Today on homify we're going to take a look at 24 original and unique two-storey buildings that are sure to impress and inspire. Two-storey homes allow individuals to enhance and enlarge their floor plan, while making the most of a compact plot or narrow plot. 

Convenient and versatile, these dwellings are definitely going to show you that new homes can be designed and built in interesting and unique ways. Let's take a look below…

1. This gorgeously traditional two-storey home offers a homely and somewhat rustic aesthetic. With an added garage this is perfect for a family!

2. Sustainable and unique, this green home is perfect for a narrow plot, and blends in beautifully with the environment.

3. Spacious and attention-grabbing, this next property is ideal for those who like to impress!

4. A clean white exterior ensures this next dwelling feels romantic, inviting, sleek and chic.

5. A combination of grey hues, this interesting dwelling offers a monochromatic approach to two-storey house design. However, the property is provided a sense of warmth thanks to the large timber front door that oozes appeal and allure.

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6. A lean-to roof, along with a bright blue facade ensures this two-storey home is serene, tranquil and harmonious.

7. Imposing and structurally impressive, our next property offers a rustic touch thanks to its terracotta exterior, and exposed stone work.

8. Earthy and rustic, this new two-storey property is ideal for rural life, with plenty of windows to enjoy the scenery and natural light.

9. Steel and timber work together in this two-storey cabin home that is sturdy yet sympathetic to the surrounding landscape.

10. Compact and pretty as a picture, we adore the traditional pitched roof, along with the large grass area for entertaining.

11. Comprised mainly of timber, this unique abode works with shadow and light to create an unforgettable experience.

12. This modern dwelling offers it occupants a range of gorgeous amenities, along with an eye-catching and daring facade.

13. Timber siding doesn't have to feel boring—in this next home it allows the dwelling to fit in comfortably with the rural landscape, almost hiding the second storey within its ground floor facade.

14. Concrete and stone have been employed in this structure to impart rustic tones and elegance.

15. Built into the side of this hill, this interesting and view enhancing home is sure to relax and unwind one's soul.

16. This is one of the most beautiful modern homes that we've seen! Curved timber and stone are utilised in an original way for this next home. .

17. White is a wonderfully timeless, contemporary and minimalist colour for the exterior of your abode.

18. Once again we see white paired with grey to

19. With a wide frontage and narrow depth, this property makes the most of its plot, embracing a sense of secrecy yet inviting occupants in with its white facade.

20. Calm and composed this two-storey residential property is sturdy and imposing.

21. For something a little different, our next dwelling employs a pentagonal form, with plenty of natural light brought in through the large upper storey windows.

22. Boasting a timber upper level, we love the way this home offers a sympathetic coordination with the surrounding lush environment.

23. This two-storey abode is a reverse of the aforementioned design, offering a top level of stark yet eye-catching grey steel.

24. Our last house is a modern take on a traditional bungalow, and employs an attention-grabbing stone facade that is timeless and wonderfully opulent.

Did you like this? Get more here: The quiet country villa you'll wish was yours

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