Posting photos here in the comments will help us help you.

How about charcoal (all horizontal siding) with a pop of color for the front door? The current color would work. MCM is simple - a two color scheme with siding going different directions would look confused. It's not a good idea to change colors if the plane doesn't change. It looks like you have a new sidewalk. I suppose you will tackle the landscaping after painting, which is smart. Once you paint and landscape the house will look great.

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I would not choose board and batten for your house because the windows are of different sizes. It might look odd.

I think you need a third accent to make it work, and you have the perfect spot...the recessed front door. I would do a dark brown on one side (not black like the photo). Around the front door change the horizontal to vertical boards with a stain and paint the trim around the front door dark brown.

Your front walk is a winner.

How I see it is the 2 tone scheme doesn't suit your style of house. A horizontal siding all around will make the small house look larger. What I suggest is to choose a dark horizontal siding, paint your windows and small frames in black. Build a pergola over your deck area, paint the front door in a bright colour, accessorize with nice large lighting fixtures and large street numbers. And last but not least, landscaping...

Thanks for your input everyone - these suggestions are so helpful. I'm really glad I came here before making any big decisions!

MCM by nature is simple and beautiful left simple . This is one of my faves for both the house and the landscpaing Notice the front door style and color the very small efficinet overhag over the door and tha garage door in a simple stly e the siding color and the trim just well done and not over done . I LOVE the landscping it is simple easy to care for and impactful