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8 Arched Front Door Ideas

A statement-making front door is a great way to enhance a home’s exterior and boost its curb appeal. They also offer a way for homeowners to showcase their personality through different paint colors, shapes, or styles. One style we particularly love is the arched door. Arched doorways add charm and character to a home and instantly make it ...

Brick Walkway Inspiration to Elevate Your Front Yard

When it comes to curb appeal, the walkway to your home is a significant design element that should not be overlooked. Whether you want to achieve a classic aesthetic or you’re hoping to add some character to your front yard, a brick walkway is an excellent way to enhance your home’s curb appeal. From dynamic ...

New Stucco Siding for California Home

After viewing several before and after photos on our website, Aleta R. enlisted our services to see what ideas we had for her dated California home.  Aleta answered a few brief questions and submitted a photo of her home, then we got to work creating a design with new stucco siding, painted brick, and more. ...

Our Review of Gauntlet Gray by Sherwin Williams

Gray exterior paint colors have been growing in popularity, and we don’t expect that to change anytime soon. With that in mind, we’ve been busy sharing some of our go-to grays. Next up is Gauntlet Gray by Sherwin Williams, a unique gray that’s one of Sherwin Williams’ Top 50 Colors. Keep reading to learn more about ...

The Garage Pergola: A Trend We Love

When it comes to exterior design, there are plenty of elements that are both functional and beautiful. The garage pergola is one of these elements. Not only can it protect your garage door from harsh sunlight, but it can also make your exterior more visually interesting. Garage pergolas are versatile, and our designers know all ...

Stone Columns and Siding for Home in Iowa

Rebecca R. bought her brick home in Iowa because of its great location and interior layout. She never liked the exterior of the home, though, and after five years of living there, she enlisted our help to update it.  After learning more about Rebecca’s style, what she likes and doesn’t like, and which aspects of ...

Exterior Double Doors: Before & After Entryway Transformations

Transforming your home’s entryway can have a dramatic impact on its curb appeal. We often recommend clients incorporate exterior double doors into their updated entry because of their ability to enhance the look and functionality of the space. Read on to see some entryway transformations we’ve made featuring exterior double doors, complete with before and after ...

Our Review of Shell White by Sherwin Williams

Shell White by Sherwin Williams stands out in a seemingly endless sea of white exterior paint colors. This shade is a beautiful warm white described by Sherwin Williams as “graceful.” No matter your home style or paint color preferences, we’re sure our recommendations for application, color pairing ideas, and design examples will have you considering Shell ...

Tri Level House Transformation in Missouri

Amanda R. wanted to update the exterior of her tri level house in Missouri, and after viewing some of our before and after photos on Pinterest, she decided to enlist our help.  Our design team quickly got to work creating a new look for Amanda’s home, and now that the renovation is complete, we’re sharing ...