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The Power of Exterior House Paint Colors
By: SarahAs the leaders in virtual exterior design, we believe that the power of exterior house paint colors is pretty much unrivaled in reinventing your curb appeal. Many of our clients — and casual blog readers — find us when searching for paint colors for their property. After all, picking paint colors is always a big ...
White-Washed Brick House with Dark Siding in Tennessee
By: BrittenySome homeowners love the look of natural brick. But we also get tons of client requests for designs featuring painted or white-washed brick. (In case you’re wondering, white-washed is simply another way to say limewashed. Learn all about the process of limewashing your home, how it differs from painting, and more.) After seeing some of ...
10 Covered Outdoor Kitchen Ideas
By: MackenzieWhether you’re looking to keep the heat down in your indoor kitchen or you simply want to spend more time outside, outdoor kitchens are the way to go. Deck out your outdoor cooking space with a grill (we often recommend BBQ Guys), counters, a refrigerator — and more! Our designers have plenty of covered outdoor ...
Our Review of Bruton White by Benjamin Moore
By: AmiYou can’t go wrong with a nice neutral exterior paint color, and we have a new one for you to consider! Bruton White by Benjamin Moore is a lovely soft gray that is highly versatile. In application we’ve found it works well on many styles of homes, including traditional and contemporary. As far as color ...
Dormer Addition Ideas: Add Dormers to Your House!
By: SarahLooking for dormer addition ideas? If you want to add dormers to your house, we can help you visualize it first, as we did with all of the clients in this roundup! We’ll help you determine what type of dormers, and dormer windows, will look best with your existing roofline and your plan for the ...
10 Gutter Colors We Love
By: MackenzieGutters are essential to homes. During heavy rainfall, gutters channel the water flow from the roof. The water travels through the downspouts, ultimately ending up at an appropriate area for maximum drainage. While decidedly functional, gutters can also act as an attractive design element. Homeowners can choose from several gutter colors to enhance the overall ...
White Brick and Stone House on Lake in Arkansas
By: SarahWhile we tend to work with homeowners looking to envision updated curb appeal at brick&batten, we also partner with trade professionals to help bring their clients’ visions to life. We hear from realtors, interior designers, and, as in this case, builders hoping to give their clients stunning curb appeal. Last spring, Travis Julian, part of ...
Our Review of Dried Thyme by Sherwin Williams
By: AmiDried Thyme by Sherwin Williams is a gorgeous dark green paint color with muted tones. If you’re looking for a modern exterior hue that roots your home in nature, this is a great choice. So great we even chose it as one of our favorite green exterior house colors and named it as one of ...
Soffit and Fascia Color Combinations: Exterior Details That Matter
By: BrittenyWhen it comes to exterior paint, you’re probably most concerned with the color of your siding. But other elements, such as your roof, front door, and trim matter too. If the color of one isn’t quite right, it can throw off the overall look of your home’s exterior and negatively impact its curb appeal. In ...