Saltbox houses exterior

Saltbox homes date back to the earliest days of America, as colonial settlers began constructing these two-level homes to support their growing families and create a distinctive style for their way of living. Here, we take a closer look at this distinctive house style. #americanhomes #housedesign #saltboxdesign

A comprehensive look at the New England house style that is a slice of American antiquity.

If you want to give your home more curb appeal, one great way to start is by giving the exterior a thorough cleaning. An exterior that sparkles in the sun can make a world of difference.

A classic staple of New England architecture, the saltbox house has an incredibly unique style and story that everyone should learn.

It’s one thing to take on the challenge of picking out a paint color for the inside of your home — you know, sifting through beiges, grays, and muted greens — but it’s an entirely different experience choosing to paint your home black. It takes a fearless soul to look at the most daring shade and watch as it gets rolled onto the siding.

The saltbox house is a uniquely American design that originates from the colonial period. The house an asymmetrical roof with one side having a long pitch down to a single story. Their name comes from the resemblance to colonial saltboxes.

If the front door of the Pre-Revolutionary saltbox at 55 Oxford Road looks familiar it's...

The Saltbox design has naturally fallen in and out of style throughout the years, though if you look close enough, you can see saltbox houses practically anywhere. Learn all about it here.