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Dated to Dramatic: A Stunning Colorado Exterior Transformation

Some exterior renovations make your home feel newer. Others completely change the feel of your entire home. This gorgeous Colorado home falls firmly into that second category. What once started as a dated exterior with heavy brick, muted colors, and disconnected architectural elements became a warm, mountain-inspired home with striking materials and a dramatic glow-up.  ...

Giving This 19-Year Residence a Fresh New Identity

Some homes just need the right vision to become renewed. After nearly two decades in their home, Erica and her family were ready for a change. They wanted something that felt more modern, intentional, and reflective of the home they loved so much.  Before: A Home Past Its Prime Erica’s home had a beautiful traditional ...

How a Live Exterior Design Session Makes All the Difference

Thinking about updating your home’s exterior, but feeling overwhelmed by the details? We get it. That’s why we created our 1:1 Zoom Exterior Design Package, so you don’t have to figure it all out on your own. With our 45-minute Zoom call, you’ll sit down with one of our brick&batten designers and discuss how to ...

From Bright Red to Bold Modern: A Stunning Home Transformation

Every home has a story, and sometimes that story includes a bold transformation. For this homeowner, his coastal California home had a great foundation, but its exterior didn’t reflect his contemporary taste. When the owner was ready to reimagine his exterior, he turned to brick&batten to help create a modern design that would bring his ...

How This Outdated Storefront Got a Bold New Look

If there’s one thing our designers know best, it’s that some buildings just need a second chance to shine. When the owner of Copper Top Beverages in Henderson, Texas, took over an outdated storefront, they saw the potential hiding underneath the dated metal roof. What once housed two other businesses was now ready for a ...

A Main Street Revival: Reimagining Two Businesses in Warsaw, NY

When you close your eyes and picture small-town Main Street, what do you see? Odds are, you see timeless charm, from warm storefronts to classic signage and a sense of community that feels like home.  For one Warsaw, New York property owner, two historic buildings in the town’s corridor had lost that magic. Faded siding, ...

Exterior Transformation Magic: Before, After, and After That

You probably know by now that we all love a good exterior transformation. It’s like your favorite home makeover show – no matter how many episodes you watch, the big reveal just never gets old.  At brick&batten, we love seeing houses transform from their original state to a real-life finished product after a virtual rendering. ...

Before & After: Real Exterior Makeover Examples

If you ask us, nothing beats a good exterior makeover. There’s something so satisfying about seeing a tired, outdated home transformed into a fresh beauty. Whether you’re listing your home on the market soon or just chasing your dream curb appeal, these before-and-afters are sure to spark some serious inspiration.  What Counts as an Exterior ...

Bold Exterior Paint Color Transforms Mid-Century Home

Sometimes, you just know when your home’s exterior needs a refresh. Maybe the colors have lost their vibrancy, or the style no longer reflects your vision. The tricky part? Figuring out exactly what direction to take. When Dawn L. started feeling like her mid-century home needed an exterior boost, she turned to brick&batten for expert ...