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Stone Columns and Siding for Home in Iowa
By: BrittenyRebecca 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
By: MackenzieTransforming 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
By: AmiShell 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
By: BrittenyAmanda 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 ...
Bump Out Exterior Design Inspiration
By: MackenzieBump outs are small additions, or extensions, to a home that offer great bang for your design buck. They can transform both the aesthetics and functionality of your home by adding dimension and contrast to the exterior and more space to the interior. While our designers often highlight bump outs with contrasting textures and paint ...
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 ...