From creating contrast with dark brick and light trim to accenting painted brick with natural elements like wood and stone, there is a wide range of exterior brick paint color ideas that can elevate your home exterior.  While many people prefer the look of natural brick, we get plenty of requests from clients wanting to paint their brick exterior. Painting your brick is a relatively easy way to refresh your façade, plus it can seriously boost your home’s value. According to real estate technology company Home Light, painting the exterior of your home can provide a 152 percent return on yo ..read more

If you’re planning to renovate your home and are in search of ideas and inspiration, you’re in the right place. In this roundup of the top home exterior trends of 2024, we highlight design styles and elements, paint colors, and more that will be popular in the year to come. To compile this list, we reflected on the top trends of this past year and considered what we plan to recommend more of moving forward. We also took into consideration what requests we’ve been getting more of from clients. Finally, we took note of what’s been gaining momentum in the industry. Some of the trends are simple a ..read more

It’s that time of year again to share with you our favorite exterior design trends from 2023. To compile this list, we looked back at the virtual designs we worked on this year and considered the most common client requests we received. From enhanced outdoor living to creativity with cladding, keep reading to find out which trends made our list for 2023! And if you’re curious to read what trends made last year’s list, you can check it out here. Whether you want to incorporate a specific design trend into your exterior or hope to make other updates, we can help. Our team can create a photoreali ..read more

After reviewing the designs we’ve completed and client requests received this past year and considering the trends we’re seeing in the industry, we’re excited to announce the top exterior house color 2024 has to offer.  But before we share our pick for the top exterior house color of 2024, let us explain our process further. First, we looked back at the hues we selected in 2023 and 2022. Sherwin Williams’ Mountain Road (our 2023 pick) made its way into tons of our designs this past year and will continue to do so in 2024. Benjamin Moore’s Black Beauty (our selection for 2022) is still a g ..read more

Introducing the best Sherwin Williams exterior paint colors of 2024 – brick&batten style. At the close of every year, we take a good look at exterior paint colors we’re currently loving and what we think will be popular in our virtual designs moving forward into the new year. If you’re planning big changes to your home’s exterior in 2024, you’ll want to save this list! Choosing an exterior paint color doesn’t have to be complicated. We can help narrow down your choices and recommend light fixtures, siding materials, shutters, and more for your home. We even have an option for those wh ..read more

The design industry is always changing, but as leaders in virtual exterior design, we stay up to date with the trends so you don’t have to. At every year’s end, we compile a carefully curated list of exterior paint colors we predict will be trending in the following year and those we plan to use more often in our virtual designs. We hope our list of the best Benjamin Moore exterior paint colors for 2024 can be a great resource if you’re planning to make big changes to your home’s exterior and are in need of a few ideas or inspiration. Struggling to pick an exterior paint color? You’re not ..read more

In celebration of Thanksgiving and all the wonderful clients we’ve had the privilege of working with this past year, we’re sharing some of our team’s favorite exterior designs of 2023. This post is one of our favorites to put together year after year (you can see our 2022 roundup here) because it provides us with an opportunity to reflect on the wide variety of projects we worked so hard on.  Keep reading to see some of the home and business designs we’re most proud of so far this year.  The goal of every brick&batten team member is to help our clients achieve the curb appeal of ..read more

Courtyards give homeowners their very own outdoor oasis, while intentionally filling space in a yard. Because they’re framed by walls — either partially or fully enclosed — but have no roof, courtyards often feel like an outdoor room and offer a comfortable place to gather. Courtyards are highly versatile too. You can decorate them simply with a few chairs or incorporate fun features like a fire pit. Read on for examples of some of our favorite houses with courtyards. Whether you’re considering adding a courtyard (or making one over) or looking to enhance a different aspect of your outdoor spa ..read more

Balconies come in many shapes and sizes. But one of the most classic styles of the balcony is also the smallest: The Juliet balcony. Named after Shakespeare’s iconic leading lady, these small-but-mighty balconies add character, natural light, and architectural interest to any home. Explore our favorite Juliet balconies to find inspiration for your own exterior.  From Juliet balconies to rooftop decks to covered patios, we’ll help you visualize updates to any element of your exterior. Our photorealistic renderings will show you how to enhance your home’s architectural details for unmatched ..read more

White is one of those exterior paint colors that is tried and true, and when it comes to off-white, Creamy by Sherwin Williams is one of our favorites. The hue’s soft, warm tones make it an inviting and alluring choice for exteriors. Below, we take a deep dive into Creamy’s details, including LRV, color pairings, and our recommended applications. Read on to find out why we love Creamy as an exterior paint color. Looking to visualize the perfect paint color for your home? We’ve got you covered. And our services don’t stop there. Our expertise extends to exploring different cladding combinations ..read more