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7 Picture Window Exterior Design Ideas
By: Hannah WarneWhen you start contemplating updates to your home’s exterior, the first things that come to mind are probably big-ticket items like paint color palettes, siding styles, and landscape design. But there is another, often-overlooked design detail that can make a major impact on your home: Windows, or more specifically, picture windows. Incorporating a picture window ...
Transform Your Home Exterior with Metal Siding: Tips and Design Examples
By: BrittenyFrom fiber cement and vinyl to engineered wood and stucco, there’s a seemingly endless list of types of siding available for home exteriors. Metal siding is becoming increasingly popular, and we use it in our designs quite often. In this post, we share the benefits of metal siding and demonstrate how it can be utilized ...
Permeable Pavers Benefits and Design Ideas
By: MackenziePermeable pavers are a porous type of paving material that allows water to pass through into the ground below. These pavers offer a sustainable and visually appealing solution for exterior design. Beyond their environmental benefits, these innovative pavers are ideal for creating stunning outdoor spaces. From driveways to walkways, pool areas to patios, here are ...
Our Review of Worldly Gray by Sherwin Williams
By: AmiWorldly Gray by Sherwin Williams is a gorgeous warm gray we’ve recently been loving. Worldly Gray has a wonderful ability to add an elegant softness to an exterior but can also be combined with darker colors for a more modernized style. Below, we cover everything from our recommended color pairings to how our team uses ...
8 Stone Accent Wall Ideas to Increase Your Home’s Curb Appeal
By: Hannah WarneWhen considering options for your home’s siding, you might be looking at all of the classics: wood, brick, stucco, and fiber cement. But luckily, your siding selection doesn’t have to be all or nothing. Instead of choosing a single siding solution, consider adding an artful stone accent wall to complement your preferred siding and home’s ...
Black Siding Update for Washington Home
By: BrittenyAfter owning her home for 10 years, Margaret D. felt it was time to update its exterior. Margaret discovered us on Instagram and felt we’d be the perfect partner to help her with her home transformation. Margaret’s new exterior features black siding with lighter accents, plus some modern design elements that come together to achieve the ...
10 Tropical Color Palette Ideas for Your Home Exterior
By: MackenzieFrom tranquil blues to muted neutral hues, tropical color palettes encompass an assortment of shades on the color wheel. These impactful paint colors draw inspiration from coastal environments, infusing exteriors with the warmth and energy of a tropical paradise. Keep reading to learn more about tropical color palette ideas we recommend. At brick&batten, our designers ...
Front Door Design: How to Pick the Perfect Style for Your Home
By: BrittenyFrom Dutch and French to pivot and farmhouse, the number of front door styles available is seemingly endless. Plus, there’s tons of colors and materials to choose from too. This can make the process of selecting a door for your home feel daunting and overwhelming. But your front door design is an important aspect of ...
Exterior Modern Farmhouse Transformation in Tennessee
By: Hannah WarneWhen she bought her home in the fall of 2022, Dawn S. knew her exterior had potential. However, she was struggling to see past the existing monochromatic neutral color palette. Dawn’s goal was to infuse the exterior with a modern farmhouse style that was equally elevated, elegant, and rustic. But between choosing new siding, selecting ...