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10 Minimalist House Exterior Design Ideas
By: MackenzieIn the exterior design realm, minimalism is on-trend and growing increasingly popular. This design philosophy, rooted in a “less is more” ethos, seeks to create spaces that are both visually striking and highly functional by stripping away excess ornamentation and focusing on essential elements. On a minimalist house, you will notice some key features that ...
Olive Green Color Siding for Georgia New Build
By: Hannah WarneWhen building a new home, the decisions to be made are nearly endless. In this often-overwhelming string of choices, one of the most impactful is the home’s exterior color palette. Because your exterior is the first thing both you and your guests see when you arrive, it’s a choice that many homeowners struggle with. Especially ...
10 Modern House Colors for Your Exterior in 2024
By: Hannah WarneWhile the architectural style of your home has a huge impact on how traditional or modern it might feel, another element also plays a major role: choosing modern house colors. Finding the perfect color palette helps ensure your home feels effortlessly en vogue. Whether your style leans toward airy and bright shades or you want ...
AI Home Design vs. Human-Powered Design: Benefits of Hiring a Real Designer
By: BrittenyArtificial intelligence, or AI, has been in the news a lot lately, with people discovering all sorts of new ways to utilize the technology. From school children using ChatGPT to do their homework to fashion brands collaborating with AI influencers, AI has permeated society in ways that would’ve seemed impossible not long ago. AI home ...
Modern Coastal Exterior Transformation in Washington
By: Hannah WarneWhen 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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...