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How do I add modern design to a split-level exterior?

6 years ago

I am redesigning my tired, awkward exterior. But I don’t know how to breakup this flat space. I would like to use 3 colors and mix the materials.

any suggestions?



Comments (9)

  • 6 years ago
    last modified: 6 years ago

    Remove the shutters. Is that a red brick at the bottom? I assumed it was when I picked some colors to consider.


    I like the high contrast of the colors and includes a great red for the trim around the windowa and garage door, which is right next to the brick.


  • PRO
    6 years ago

    You need experienced and talented design help. You need an overall design concept. The solution doesn't lie in adding lipstick and mascara. You will have to go much deeper than that.


    What sort of budget do you have? And what are your needs and wants for this project?


    Having a preconception of "3 colors and mix the materials" is the ideal way to get off on the wrong foot.

  • 6 years ago


    White trim, white around the windows. SW Attitude Gray. I think you could do a lot with landscaping. We can't see the entrance and that is usually the focal point to the front of a house.

    The right side of the house dominates as it is more forward and two story. For that reason I decided not to paint the gable in another color. It would just draw more attention.


    SW Night Owl, if you are willing to paint the brick

  • 6 years ago

    I wanted to edit my original post but it won’t allow;

    i am getting new siding, I already have that set. but this section of the house is too flat. There is no design to it. That’s what I would like suggestions for.

  • PRO
    6 years ago
    last modified: 6 years ago

    well, I posted a load of pictures w/plausible ideas up above

    they all have good design. any of those float your boat?

    without input from you about what you want, it's just a guessing game on our end.

    And yes, it would have been nice if you led with, "this is the new siding i'm getting" and posted a picture of it.

  • 6 years ago

    What kind of siding?

  • 6 years ago

    Are you changing your windows? Is not, I suggest painting the trims white to make it more uniform. What kind of siding did you choose?

    I'd paint the door a different color to make is pop more. Landscaping is also a gamechanger.



  • 6 years ago

    What do you mean by "too flat"? Usually modern means streamlined and that often translates to little to no detail on a facade.

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