what kind of ideas? and what kind of budget?

looks like your upper windows need replacing. is that on the list of 'to do' items?

landscape designer would go a long way in updating the yard. The front needs proper grading, and planting. and the driveway could use some help.

Again, don't know your budget, but those are the things I'd concentrate on first. you can always stain or paint the shakes, but without the yard redo, it's not going to make much of an impact.

Absolutely, the windows are on the list. We are in the middle of pulling out landscaping to open up the view. Really struggling with deciding on whether not replace the siding because of the expense. Would like to find a way to incorporate some of the siding I have with board and Batten. New roof on will be charcoal color. We are struggling with what color to paint the exterior as well. 3700 ft.² with a budget of roughly 150 K

I agree with Beth and some paint or stain on the shakes will go a long way.

Beth...we like both navy & white or grey and white for siding. Grey is probably a safer bet but open to either. Prefer a more modern look but staying true to coastal neighborhood.

You could replace the horizontal siding with B & B but unless you're going to do a large area with it I would probably go ahead and replace the horizontal with more shakes. Right now everything is just, well . . . kind of washed out gray. Adding color to the shakes (blue would work well) would freshen the look. If you're interested in seeing some virtual makeovers of your house check out my web site, Creative Visual Concepts.

Thanks l will take a look