Working on an exterior update. Want to improve tudor charm but will also be doing it in phases. Front door is already new so that will need to stay. Wife is looking for a lighter color to the body of the house and the trim (which all needs to be replaced). I'm hopeful to include stone on the entry section and fireplace to create more texture and improve overall appeal. Open to ideas on accent window for attic, shutters, window boxes. Curious about difference between Hardy plank installation and simply caulking stucco and new paint. Wanting to replace current cedar shake siding on dormers.

Help!!