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8 Stunning Outdoor Fireplace Ideas with Photos
No matter where you live, having a cozy outdoor space is a must. Whether your focus is on comfy seating for conversation or a place to eat and play, the backyard is an extension of your living space. Adding a fireplace can extend the life of your outdoor season in cooler climates and turn up ...
8 Outside Container Plants Perfect for Full Sun and Heat
The summer season is fast approaching, allowing us to take advantage of all it has to offer. Warm weather and sunshine, days spent entirely outside, campfires, swimming, and, of course, flowers in our yards. There are almost endless options for summer flowers and container plants for full sun to choose from when designing your exterior ...
18 Front Door Ideas That Will Make Your Home Stand Out in 2021
Your 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 ...
10 Modern Garage Door Examples That Are On-Trend in 2021
These on-trend modern garage door examples are here to inspire you not to overlook this important design element. It’s easy to forget about your garage when considering how to update your home’s exterior design. So many of us think of our garages as merely a place to keep our car and/or store stuff. It’s common ...
9 Deck and Porch Railing Ideas with Photos
Deck season is quickly approaching, so it’s time to get yours summer-ready! Updating your deck or porch railing is for more than just show. A sturdy railing keeps your pets and curious kids safe from potential falls. But, of course, there are plenty of aesthetic reasons to update your railings, too. Installing a railing is ...
10 Back Patio and Porch Decorating Ideas with Photos
Front porches are a great way to welcome people to your home and watch the world passing by. But back patios and porches are often where more entertaining happens. If you live in a densely populated area, you may appreciate the privacy that your backyard offers. Many of our clients tell us that they use ...
The Complete Guide to Installing Gutters Like A Pro
When you envision the exterior of your dream home, water dispersal is probably the last thing on your mind. However, gutters play a crucial role in protecting your home from water damage, and they can be an eye-catching design element, too. If your home refresh includes a new gutter system, you can easily tackle the ...
12 Xeriscape Ideas for a Modern Low-Maintenance Look
As sunny days scorch thirsty yards, xeriscape design can bring relief to dried-out landscapes and tapped-out water bills. Xeriscape (pronounced zeer-i-scape) is landscape design that reduces or eliminates the need for irrigation beyond what nature provides, and our virtual exterior designers can show you how this environmentally friendly design can transform your home. Xeriscape uses drought-tolerant ...
9 Lovely Exterior Design Ideas & Photos for the Back of Your Home
While neighbors and strangers see your home’s curb appeal, it’s your friends and family who admire your home’s back exterior. As experts in home exterior design, we believe you and the people closest to you deserve a stunning view to take in during intimate gatherings. Check out these 9 lovely exterior design ideas and photos for ...