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How to Build a House — A Full Guide Through the Process
By: ClaireAre you looking for information on how to build a house? When you picture your dream home, you probably know what you want it to look like. Does it have large windows that bathe your rooms in light? Is it in a kid-friendly neighborhood with tall trees? Maybe there’s an art studio or workout room. ...
11 Xeriscape Low Water Plants
By: ClaireOne of this year’s biggest housing trends is sustainability, and few things are more sustainable than a drought-tolerant, low-water landscape. Xeriscape, the landscaping practice of reducing or eliminating the need for irrigation, is a growing trend in exterior design. The virtual home design experts at brick&batten can show you new ways to increase your curb ...
Transitional-Style Home Exteriors Inspired by Studio McGee
By: TessaWe have a serious design crush on Studio McGee. Judging by the fact that the company now has its very own Target line and a Netflix series, it’s evident that a cult following is forming around the business. Maybe it’s their perfect blend of old-meets-new or straight lines and organic curved lines. Perhaps it’s how ...
Avoid Pitfalls: Turn Your Blueprints Into a Virtual Design
By: Steven RecordsIt’s time to avoid pitfalls and turn your blueprints into a virtual design. If you are in the planning stages of building your new home, you probably wish you had a partner in design to confirm the choices you are making are the best for your home’s exterior. You probably also wish there was a ...
3 Reasons Why Painting in the Fall is a Smart Play
By: Allison VaccaroThinking about painting your home’s exterior this Fall? To exterior designers like brick&batten, Fall can be the best time to paint the exterior of your house. Late spring and summer are classic exterior painting months as precipitation is low and warm temperatures. But how late into Fall or possibly Winter can you take your outdoor ...
The Definitive Guide to Painting Your Home’s Exterior
By: TessaDepending on the size of your home, an exterior paint project can be an ambitious, yet manageable project. Whether you are wanting help with choosing the right paint colors so you can delegate the task to a contractor, or you need guidance on the entire painting process from swatches to brush, we’ve created this definitive ...
What to Know Before Painting Your Home in the Fall
By: TessaWe’ve been long time proponents of starting exterior paint projects in the fall. Of course, you can successfully paint a house during many times of the year, but fall weather and exterior paint go together really well. If you’re ready to make a big change and pick up a brush, here’s what to know before ...
10 Ideas to Liven Up Your Landscaping This Fall
By: TessaContrary to popular belief, early fall is actually a great time to dig into some landscaping work. The summer sun finally starts to back off, but it’s still warm enough for perennials to establish a root system before the first winter frost. In fact, some landscapers argue that flowers, shrubs, and trees planted in the ...
12 Delightful Window Box Ideas for Every Season
By: TessaOnce you add window boxes to your home, it’s common for it to look like something is missing if you decide to tuck them away for the traditional off-seasons. However, every season has something to offer when it comes to window boxes. Luckily, the internet and even neighborhoods around town are rich with delightful window ...