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SHUT the Front Door
By: Allison VaccaroLet’s talk front doors. I know it sounds boring, but stay with me…exterior front doors are truly amazing and here’s why. Your front door is where your home opens its proverbial heart to the outside world. It’s the protective gatekeeper and a warm welcome… all wrapped into one big, heavy rectangle. What a job! While ...
Top 3 Ways to Add Curb Appeal on a Budget in 2025
By: Allison VaccaroEveryone wants a beautiful home exterior. However, sometimes the budget will only allow for a few easy fixes. Oftentimes, painting an exterior is not in the budget and clients want to know what else can be done to add some interest without going into debt. Here are the top 3 places brick&batten would advise ...
The Best Investment for Your Front Porch…a Swing.
By: Allison VaccaroOkay…this may seem like a far reaching over reaction…but one of the best investments for your front porch is a swing. Stay with me. I grew up with a porch swing and while we laughed, carried on, and swung too high…we also cried, talked, and got to the bottom of a multitude of dilemmas right ...
The Best Outdoor Side Table Ideas of 2024
By: Cassie McDowellWhen updating your home exterior, big ticket items like cladding, paint colors, and landscaping are probably top of mind. But smaller elements, such as an outdoor side table or garage door hardware, are also important to think about. While they might not take up as much real estate, these details can still have a significant ...
Simple House Exterior Updates That Won’t Break the Bank
By: Cassie McDowellSome exterior home renovations are massive undertakings that people complete over the course of many months (or even years!). But not all homeowners have the time, money, or desire to completely overhaul their exterior. Sometimes, a few simple house upgrades are all that’s needed to achieve someone’s dream exterior. We work with clients on both ...
16 Outdoor Swings and Hanging Chairs: Designer Picks
By: Cassie McDowellHaving ample seating options in your outdoor living space is crucial if you want to enjoy the area to the fullest. Outdoor swings and hanging chairs are both fun and functional, and we love using them in our designs. If you’re considering adding an outdoor swing or hanging chair to your porch, deck, or other ...
8 Wrap Around Porch Ideas for Your Home
By: SarahWhen it comes to outdoor living, a wrap around porch is the dream of many homeowners. Covered outdoor spaces extend your livable square footage even when the weather isn’t great. They’re a wonderful place to enjoy watching a storm roll in or to bundle up when it’s cool. Porches are social, connecting you to your ...
9 Side Porch Designs We Love
By: SarahWe love a good side porch. Side porches can be small places for family members to kick off their shoes and access the home via a mudroom. Or they can be expansive outdoor spaces, complete with multiple areas for lounging and dining. Either way, we enjoy helping our clients fix up their existing side porches ...
Our Favorite Year Round Front Door Wreaths
By: SarahFront doors are statement-makers. One fun and easy way to dress up your front door is with a wreath. However, switching out wreaths seasonally is not for everyone. That’s why we’ve rounded up our favorite year round front door wreaths that you can set and forget. It includes both faux and real options. There’s a ...