Exterior renovation
ideas & advice.
Practical guides and design perspectives for seeing your exterior more clearly.
How to Make a Recessed Front Entrance Stand Out
Use light, contrast, scale and the path of approach to make a hidden front door easier to find and more welcoming.
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How to Modernize a Red Brick House Without Painting the Brick
Keep natural red brick and modernize the house through trim, garage doors, entry details, windows and landscaping.
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Exterior Color Trends 2027: 4 Sherwin-Williams Colors to Watch
Mary Jo’s 2027 exterior color outlook: explore Chatroom, Indigo Batik, Smokehouse and Pearly White, with practical ideas for stone, wood, trim and roofing.
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Copper Penny Metal Roofs: Exterior Colors and Materials That Work Beautifully Together
Explore copper penny metal roof ideas with warm stone, deep green siding and charcoal accents. Learn how to coordinate finishes before renovating.
Read storyThree Ranch House Exterior Renovations: Before and After
Explore three ranch house exterior makeovers using limestone, warm brick, timber and a gabled entrance, with practical ideas for planning your renovation.
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A Warm Modern Split-Level Exterior Renovation
Explore a 1970s split-level exterior redesign with limestone, sage stucco, smoked timber, a stronger entrance and terraced landscaping.
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