Wednesday, May 13, 2015

A New Spin On Exterior Home Colors

Yeah, yeah, yeah.  Grey is everywhere.  It's in every house and on the outside, too.  We admit, it is a great color, but when everyone jumps on the trend, it tends to sterilize it so that it doesn't seem as original anymore.  It's kind of like taupe used to be.

If you're looking to make a change to your exterior home color, why not make a bold statement.  Do something that no one else is doing.  Your house will surely stand out.  And you're sure to love it, too.

White:  The Old Standby That's New Again


Yes, you will look around and see many white houses out there that look old and dated.  But white can make a beautiful, bold statement.  It looks great on any style of home, and pairs well with wood,  brick, and stone.  The key is to go with a minimalist style, keeping colored trim very low key or all white.

Elite Home in Devonshire | Jonathan G. Rosen | 5751 Southwestern Boulevard, Dallas, 75209-3437
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San Francisco remodel with white exterior and large windows http://www.dwell.com/houses-we-love/article/one-bedroom-became-three-space-efficient-san-francisco-renovation#6
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Great combo of materials.  Love the mixture of horizontal and vertical Hardiplank.
Source:  houseplans.southernliving.com


the lombardi house | 1717 bronson ave.
Source:  joyscatering.com

A barn-style Ohio home | Midwest Living I could live happily in every room of this house!
Source:  midwestliving.com


Black:  Yes, You Heard Me!


I can tell you think that black would be depressing, too dark, and somewhat sinister. But it's anything but when done well.  Black takes even the most humble house into the stratosphere of high style.  Keep the style of your house simple, and let the color do all the talking.



Modern Summer Time Residence With A See - http://www.interior-homedecoration.com/interior-decoration-ideas/modern-summer-time-residence-with-a-see.html
Source:  brit.co


Derrière la façade de cette résidence noyée dans la verdure, Kelly Wearstler a imaginé un intérieur précieux comme un écrin XXL. Marbres, ors et laque noire sont les matières premières de ce cocon ultrasophistiqué.
Source:  admagazine.fr


Beach House exterior//black//timber. Bob and Cortney Novagratz.
Source:  casasugar.com

Black Houses – Home Exterior Paint Ideas
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Our favorite modern take on the farmhouse? Dark gray or black exteriors.
Source:  thelittleblackdoor.blogspot.com


Navy Blue:  A Nautical Feel


Navy blue lends a nautical feel to any home, regardless of whether it's near water or not.  You can't go wrong with crisp white trim.  Nave pairs well with red brick and makes a nice backdrop for a bold front door color.

Navy house, orange door. A navy house with white trim couldn’t get any more classic — but the juicy orange door adds personal flair. A brigh...
Source:  glo.com

Nautical navy modern farm house at #carltonlanding www.pencilshavingsstudio.com
Source:  pencilshavingsstudio.com

Rustic. Navy. <3
Source:  indulgy.com

St Louis, Missouri... Although in the neighboring state, this has to be owned by a University of IL grad! Go Illini!
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The Josephine House in Austin, Texas
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Red:  Be Bold

If you really want to make a statement, go with a red house.  Just like a power tie, red draws attention and shows that you are confident in your color choices.  Red pairs well with crisp white trim and dark colors equally well.  Tie in some stone and wood, and you'll have a showstopper.

Casper Country House Plan-Way to big for my taste but I like the colors and the wood work with the brick.
Source:  allplans.com

-my little mansion was nestled there in the trees...just so you know, Heaven is filled with cottages basking in red apple sunshine.
Source:  homebunch.com

Barn Home by Yankee Barn Homes  Love the colors! Looks a bit like a Cape Cod Salt Box house to me!
Source:  yankeebarnhomes.com

This Old House Renovation "He meant to fix it up, sell it, and forget it. But somewhere between removing the asbestos siding and rebuildng the porch, this woodworker became deeply attached to the 1890 farmhouse he now calls home."
Source:  thisoldhouse.com


630 square feet Barn Cottage in Buffalo, NY | Tiny House Pins
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Step out with confidence on your house color and don't be like the rest of the pack.  Go with what you love and you will never regret it.

Source:  Michelle Schwake for Stafford Family Realtors

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