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The roof line to the left is a garage and so the windows can go anywhere. The A-frame side is two rooms split down the middle but the ceilings are fairly low so any windows in the middle can be there if it’s towards the roof (very lower) and it will be just for aesthetics on the outside. I’m thinking a rectangular window there.

I’m also thinking that maybe some of the brick is removed and board and batten and or stucco should go on in some places but I am at a loss for which direction to go.
Also wall to the courtyard will be removed

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kandrewspa

last month

What is the front elevation? I'm not sure why you're considering putting windows in the side of the garage and removing brick. You shouldn't add windows without reference to the existing windows. New windows should be similar in size and proportion to existing or else the house will have a split personality. You also need to think about how the windows are going to affect the interior of the rooms where they're added. If the rooms are small it can be a good idea to have shorter windows so you don't lose valuable wall space for placing furniture.

Builders just do whatever you tell them to do. In general they won't consider much how something will look or function. They are always thinking about how much something will cost. I suggest you consult an architect for perspective drawings so you know what you'll end up with, and so you will have something to submit for a permit. It's smart to spend your money on a solution that will be attractive and functional.

What is driving your decision? Is this a house in a lovely neighborhood where you want to stay and be more comfortable for years to come?

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littlebug Zone 5 Missouri
last month
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Is this a home? It looks more like a church or business building. Maybe a business building that you intend to convert to a residence?

How is this structure sited according to the street or driveway? What do people driving by see? Is this the front?

I see concrete in the foreground but I’m not sure if it’s a street or circle drive. And I see concrete on the far left of what I assume is the garage you refer to.
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apple_pie_order
last month
You have a contemporary painted brick house, not suited to board and batten add-ons. Cleaning or repairing the two stained areas on the garage, then repainting will go a long way.

What are your goals? Curb appeal? More welcoming look? More light and ventilation inside? What is your budget range for current changes?
hlickteig
Original Author
last month
It’s a home. This is the front. There is a circle drive - that’s part of the concrete you see. The front door is behind the courtyard wall.

As far as windows- just what I said above- since the left side is a garage- the windows are really just for aesthetics- the other side - there are two rooms on the other side and I don’t want two windows there on the inside - since the ceiling is low- you can put a window in the attic and it’s just for looks to the outside.
hlickteig
Original Author
last month
More pics
hlickteig
Original Author
last month
More pics
hlickteig
Original Author
last month
I have seen very dark paint like gunmetal gray with wood accents and I like that a lot but that was on a bigger house.
hlickteig
Original Author
last month
Ai generated ideas
hlickteig
Original Author
last month
This is an idea for colors that I like - just not sure how it will look on the house
HU-878373968
24 days ago
Whoa AI is getting good. at generating these. Is there a certain site you used?
arcy_gw
24 days ago
AI doesn't' seem to care about home security. They took windows out of garages so people wouldn't break in. I wish you could sue the people who painted the brick. You are trying to continue the creation a forever maintenance home. I hope you didn't pay for the 'value' brick is supposed to give because it's no maintenance!! I would look into some landscape options instead.
hlickteig
Original Author
23 days ago
It’s called remodel AI
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BeverlyFLADeziner
23 days ago
last modified: 23 days ago
Your home is a very nice example of a shed-style home designed at the end of the 20th Century. I'm guessing this might be Texas. It's like a sculpture that doesn't require embellishment but could benefit from a better backdrop.

It needs love and understanding, a new paint job & a professional landscaping plan, not necessarily windows and stuff glued onto the face of the home.
hlickteig
Original Author
23 days ago
Thank you so much for this Beverly! I needed some input like this! Built in 1977!
hlickteig
Original Author
23 days ago
And we are in central Texas!