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15 Stunning Black Houses with Exteriors You’ll Adore
By: KaraThere’s a reason you’re seeing more and more homes with dark blue, gray, and black exteriors. With improvements in technology for exterior paint and finishing materials, homeowners can now choose bold, moody, and dark colors without fear of fading. Not sure if a house painted black is your style? Let’s dive into 15 stunning black ...
Real Estate Trends That Will Shape the Next Decade
By: AmiIn recent years, real estate trends have seen a shift towards innovative, sustainable designs and outdoor centered spaces. As a result, these trends are not only enhancing curb appeal, but also increasing home value. As we look to the future, ever-evolving preferences and home features continue to reshape the way home looks, feels, and functions ...
8 Pastel Colors We Love for Home Exteriors
By: Hannah WarneWhile neutral color palettes or even dark colors like charcoal and navy are popular choices for home exteriors, there’s one category of shades that often gets overlooked: pastel colors. While these light and bright hues are sometimes associated with a youthful look or certain holidays like Easter and birthdays, these shades offer nearly endless possibilities ...
Black Stucco House Exterior Transformation in California
By: Hannah WarneKristina A. and her husband live in a historic California beach town. And while many of the homes have the same coastal look, they wanted instead to opt for something a bit bolder: A black stucco house. While she was a bit intimidated by going to the dark side, Kristina knew it would set her ...
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 ...
The 9 Best Gray Exterior Paint Colors of 2024
By: MeganIt can feel overwhelming to look at all the gray paint colors on the market. The options are incredibly diverse. Luckily, we went through the best gray paint colors for you and narrowed the field down to these best bets for home exteriors. Here are the nine best gray exterior paint colors of 2024. When ...
18 Front Door Ideas That Will Make Your Home Stand Out in 2024
By: ClaireYour 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 ...
Our Review of Raccoon Fur by Benjamin Moore
By: AmiBeloved 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 ...
Black Siding Update for Washington Home
By: Cassie McDowellAfter 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 ...