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See Your Home’s Potential in a Visual Exterior Design
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Exterior paint
141%
Some big renovations just provide a partial ROI; Kitchen remodels only average 80% ROI. On the other hand, exterior paint provides a more appealing return on investment of 141%.
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Renovation Expert Bob Vila states that the first impression, which is the EXTERIOR of your home, ADDS 20% to your home’s value.
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Mission
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Our mission is simple... brick&batten exists to empower clients to make informed decisions regarding their home’s exterior and create lasting value.
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As the leaders in exterior design, we’ve helped thousands of clients make their dream home design a reality. We’ve created a simple and effective virtual exterior home design process for homeowners, businesses, and professionals that’s simple for our clients. Plus, we only recommend products that we know and trust, from the highest quality vendors.
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No one likes to go it alone, especially when it involves exterior cosmetic decisions that affect the value and feel of your home. Our exterior home designers are here to provide peace of mind.
Exterior Home Design Tips: Know Before You Paint
We strongly encourage our brick&batten clients to test several swatches of color prior to painting their whole home. Inspect the sample in the morning, mid-day, and afternoon.
The color of exterior paint is altered by surroundings, roof color, sun exposure, amount of shade, time of day, and weather. Also, in some instances, brick will soak up the pigment in the paint, resulting in a lighter appearance on the house…another reason to paint a section of the actual bricks with your samples.
Finally, although computer screens are a good representation of color, every screen showcases color differently. It’s essential to visualize your paint live prior to making a final commitment.
Exterior Home Design Tips: Measuring Shutters
Always take two measurements. As each window is not created equal, the measurements you take at the top of the window will vary slightly from the one taken along the bottom. Measure the opening along the top of the window, then measure along the bottom.
- The height of one side of the window will probably be different from the other as well, so take a right-side measurement and a left-side measurement to ensure complete accuracy.
- Note the window frame width, as well as the wall’s texture. Is it covered with brick, stone or siding?
- Keep in mind, that unless your shutters will be used functionally, the slight measurement variations (1/4” or less), commonly found in historic homes, are not a major concern.
- Email info@brickandbatten if you have concerns or need more assistance.
Exterior Home Design Tips: Measuring for a Window Box
Window boxes can be an incredible addition to the front of your house…adding depth, beauty, and style. However, when they don’t fit the window, they can have the opposite effect. When measuring for your new window box…follow these tips:
- Measure the width of your window. Most windows are around 3’ long, so generally boxes are made in 30″ and 36” widths. If your house has shutters or wide trim pieces, you may opt for the box to run under these architectural features or sit slightly inside.
- For a very long window, mount several smaller boxes or one large one. Custom sizes are available.
- Depth and Width: Window boxes that are 20-25% the height of the window feel adequately matched to the window scope.
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This Montana home featured a uniquely shaped entry area, which the owner wanted help updating. We suggested a combination of wood and stone siding to complement the new exterior paint color we picked for the siding. We also redesigned the porch and retaining wall and recommended a new garage door and front door.
Whether you have a unique feature to work around or just want to make some simple upgrades to your home, we’re here to help. Tap the link in our bio to get started.
We offered this Florida client two color palette options for their home. Which is your favorite?
Option 1: Benjamin Moore’s Simply White on the brick and siding with Greyhound as an accent.
Option 2: Benjamin Moore’s Simply White on the brick and siding with wood siding as an accent.
This Connecticut client knew they wanted white vertical siding, a black garage door with windows, and a black front door for their home. They had some other ideas in mind too but needed help seeing how everything would look together.
With all the client’s requests and ideas in mind, our expert designers created a personalized design for the home. We’d love to do the same for you too. Tap the link in our bio to get started.
We offered this Florida client two color palette options for their home. Which is your favorite?
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DIY done right. ✔️
This Alabama homeowner planned to renovate their home themselves but needed some design guidance before getting to work.
To transform this exterior, we suggested painting the brick with Sherwin Williams’ Ethereal White. We also recommended new paint colors for the shutters, columns, trim, fascia, and soffits. The new front door framed by planters and a lantern make the entrance a beautiful focal point. Other curated product recommendations and minor design elements also contributed to the new look.
Don’t embark on your DIY project alone. Let us help you get started and headed in the right direction. Tap the link in our bio to learn how we can assist you.
We often have clients ask us how they can make their home appear taller. These are a few of our top tips.
What design questions do you want us to answer next? Let us know below.
This Florida client enlisted our help to update the exterior of this beachy rental property to match the recently renovated interior. They felt the exterior looked old, uninvited, and not at all like a vacation home.
We suggested a fresh color palette, removing the brick, adding sections of stone siding and an awning over the patio, a new front door, wood accents, and updated landscaping.
Does this look like a home you’d rent for your next vacation? Let us know in the comment section. ☀️🌊
Modern farmhouse vibes ✅
White vertical siding, warm wood accents, a black roof, and cozy furniture on the wrap-around porch helped give this property in Illinois the modern farmhouse aesthetic the owner desired.
Whether you’re dreaming of a modern farmhouse, a rustic cabin, or a beachy retreat, we can help you bring your vision to life. Tap the link in our bio to begin your exterior design project.
From simple to statement making, there are tons of front door options to choose from. We can help you visualize your favorites on your home exterior to ensure you’re picking the perfect one.
But that’s not all. From paint colors to porches to light fixtures, we can include any other updates and design elements in our custom rendering of your home. Tap the link in our bio to learn more.
This New York client — a real estate developer — reached out to brick&batten to help them revitalize this home to sell. 🏠💰
They wanted a “nice modern country farmhouse feel” and an updated take on the classic white and black color palette modern farmhouses are known for. They were also interested in seeing the addition of a portico.
Do you think our design checks all these boxes? Let us know below! ✅
We offered this Florida homeowner two color treatments for their exterior. Which do you prefer?
Option 1: Benjamin Moore’s Desert Twilight on the siding and trim with Sherwin Williams’ Tricorn Black on the fascia and soffits.
Option 2: Sherwin Williams’ Alabaster on the siding, trim, fascia, and soffits.
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