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12 Xeriscape Ideas for a Modern Low-Maintenance Look
By: ClaireAs sunny days scorch thirsty yards, xeriscape design can bring relief to dried-out landscapes and tapped-out water bills. Xeriscape (pronounced zeer-i-scape) is landscape design that reduces or eliminates the need for irrigation beyond what nature provides, and our virtual exterior designers can show you how this environmentally friendly design can transform your home. Xeriscape uses drought-tolerant ...
8 Backyard Makeovers That Are Just Stunning
By: TessaThere’s no arguing that backyards are meaningful places. So many childhood memories develop between the fences, and everyone loves a good chat with friends under some twinkle lights. As much as our exterior designers love enhancing curb appeal, there’s something extra special about drafting up beautiful back-of-home plans. We’ve curated a list of eight stunning ...
9 Lovely Exterior Design Ideas & Photos for the Back of Your Home
By: TessaWhile neighbors and strangers see your home’s curb appeal, it’s your friends and family who admire your home’s back exterior. As experts in home exterior design, we believe you and the people closest to you deserve a stunning view to take in during intimate gatherings. Check out these 9 lovely exterior design ideas and photos for ...
Simple Tricks to Make Your Mailbox More Inviting
By: Allison VaccaroWant to make your mailbox more inviting? There are few simple tricks to make your box the talk of the neighborhood… so let’s get into it. Mailboxes come in lots of different sizes and designs. From mid-century to traditional, not every mailbox is right for every house. Creating a mailbox that coordinates with your home’s ...
7 On-Trend Modern House Colors & Schemes with Photos
By: Claire7 On-Trend Modern House Colors & Schemes with Photos What better way to refresh your home than with a new coat of paint. Choosing on-trend modern house colors doesn’t have to be difficult. New color, new you! But with so many elements to the outside of your home — doors, window frames, siding — it ...
10 Inspiring Ideas to Create Front Porch Curb Appeal
By: Cassie McDowellCreating a beautiful home exterior doesn’t happen by accident. Here are 10 inspiring ideas create front porch curb appeal. We often worry ourselves about what the interior of our homes look like and rightly so. Who wants to live in a house that doesn’t flow well or doesn’t reflect their personality or design choices? As ...
18 Stunning Pictures of Mid-Century Modern Home Exteriors
By: TessaWho’s in the mood for some architectural eye candy? Personally, we could stare at photos of beautiful homes all day. Here are some stunning pictures of mid-century modern home exteriors sure to inspire! Do you have a mid-century modern home that needs some sprucing up? Or perhaps your mid-century home just needs a little modern ...
15 BEST Exterior Paint Colors for Your Home in 2021
By: Steven RecordsFinally, 2021 has arrived and with it, new trends in exterior home design that we can’t wait to share with you. Here, we will be diving into one of our favorite topics, exterior paint colors. We have named the 15 best exterior paint colors for your home in 2021. Read on, as we reveal brick&batten’s ...
2021 Exterior Paint Favorites from Benjamin Moore
By: TessaPainting a home’s exterior is a big undertaking, but it’s one that is worth it. Our exterior designers often argue that changing a home’s color can make one of the biggest impacts on curb appeal. So it should come as no surprise that choosing a good color and quality paint brand is key, and there ...