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Black House Siding with Stone and Brick
By: BrittenyBuddy P. discovered brick&batten on accident — his wife stumbled across our Facebook page — and was impressed with our work, so he enlisted our help to update his home’s exterior. Read on to learn how Buddy used our design, which features black house siding, painted brick, and more, to transform his home and dramatically ...
16 Outdoor Swings and Hanging Chairs: Designer Picks
By: BrittenyHaving ample seating options in your outdoor living space is crucial if you want to enjoy the area to the fullest. Outdoor swings and hanging chairs are both fun and functional, and we love using them in our designs. If you’re considering adding an outdoor swing or hanging chair to your porch, deck, or other ...
Grey Stone Veneer Siding for North Carolina New Build
By: SarahLinda B. and her husband Rick reached out to us to help them with the exterior design of their new build home in North Carolina. Importantly, their golf course community’s HOA required that at least 50% of their façade was either brick or stone. “I was puzzled on how to incorporate stone into the design ...
8 Wrap Around Porch Ideas for Your Home
By: SarahWhen it comes to outdoor living, a wrap around porch is the dream of many homeowners. Covered outdoor spaces extend your livable square footage even when the weather isn’t great. They’re a wonderful place to enjoy watching a storm roll in or to bundle up when it’s cool. Porches are social, connecting you to your ...
3-Car Garage: Exterior Design Recommendations
By: MackenzieWhile a 3 car garage is aimed at providing maximized storage solutions, this common residential exterior element can also elevate curb appeal with the right design choices. From door colors and designs to positioning and accents, check out some of our go-to 3 car garage ideas below. Our exterior design services are comprehensive. Our designers ...
Exterior Paint for Brick Home in Georgia
By: BrittenyLike many brick&batten clients, Mike B. knew he wanted to renovate his home but wasn’t sure where to begin. He especially struggled with selecting exterior paint for the brick, and after discovering us online, he enlisted our help. While searching colors online at Sherwin Williams, I discovered brick&batten. I went to your site and was ...
Our Review of Homburg Gray by Sherwin Williams
By: AmiA gray paint color, but make it elegant and unique. Sherwin Williams’ Homburg Gray is exactly that. This gorgeous shade of gray was named Sherwin Williams’ color of the month in February of 2023, and you’re about to learn why. Below, we’re sharing all the details on Homburg Gray, from our recommended applications to color ...
9 Side Porch Designs We Love
By: SarahWe love a good side porch. Side porches can be small places for family members to kick off their shoes and access the home via a mudroom. Or they can be expansive outdoor spaces, complete with multiple areas for lounging and dining. Either way, we enjoy helping our clients fix up their existing side porches ...
Dark Board and Batten Siding Takes Home from Traditional to Contemporary
By: BrittenyCarolyn R. wanted a fresh look for her home in Georgia. While she had some design ideas in mind — such as installing new board and batten siding — she wanted guidance from an expert to ensure her vision was executed properly. She had been following brick&batten on social media for some time and liked ...