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18 Front Door Ideas That Will Make Your Home Stand Out in 2024

Your front door is your first opportunity to set the tone for your home’s style and personality. Updating it is one of the easiest and fastest ways to make a big impact on your home’s exterior design. Here at brick&batten, our virtual exterior designers use doors in every shape, style, and color to boost curb ...

Fire Pit Ideas to Transform Your Outdoor Living Space in 2024

Looking to add (literal) warmth and ambiance to your outdoor space? A fire pit can transform your backyard into a cozy retreat, perfect for gatherings with friends and family or peaceful evenings under the stars. Whether you prefer a sleek modern design or a rustic look with natural stones, there are endless fire pit ideas ...

Small Patio Furniture and Design Ideas for 2024

The right furniture can elevate your outdoor living space and impact how well it functions for you, your family, and your guests. This is especially true for smaller areas where every inch of space is crucial and needs to be utilized properly. If you’re in the market for some small patio furniture, you’re in luck ...

Our Review of Raccoon Fur by Benjamin Moore

Beloved by brick&batten designers, Raccoon Fur is an eye-catching and versatile hue with striking attributes. Benjamin Moore describes Raccoon Fur as a “slightly lighter black with an alluring hint of inky violet.” It’s a mysterious hue with tons of character. We love that it can easily play off different accent colors to achieve moody and ...

Restaurant Design Inspiration: 10 Transformations We Love

As a restaurant owner, a myriad of factors play into the equation of what draws customers in, and it’s important to acknowledge all of them. Yes, the quality of the food is key. Reviews can build a restaurant’s reputation. And that just-right balance of culinary delight and ambiance matters, too. But at the root, the ...

Small Backyard Ideas to Transform Your Outdoor Living Space

You don’t need a sprawling space with an abundance of acreage to have a breathtaking backyard. If you want to amplify a smaller yard, there are plenty of ways to intentionally fill your space. After all, your outdoor areas are there for you to enjoy. From adding functional design elements to using different textures and ...

Modern Coastal Exterior Transformation in Washington

When Katie L. and her family first purchased their 1939 home in 2015, they knew they eventually wanted to modernize the exterior. She was eager to update the color, add new siding, and add larger windows on both the main and second floors to take advantage of the home’s stunning views of Washington’s Olympic Mountains ...