Drive around your neighborhood and look for a new green paint you like. You can use google maps instead of actually driving. A look online at 1945-1950 magazine ads designed for homeowners in the early post-war period would show what manufacturers wanted people to aspire to. Look especially at exterior shutter styles that were designed to keep out light and heat in the era before air conditioning.

New landscaping is needed.

You're in Florida. There should be landscaping closer to the home. Green on stucco is NOT a good backdrop for the display of plants in Florida. I might paint everything white. I'd consider ditching the shutters.

You should strive to have NO LAWN because they are too expensive to maintain in Florida.

If you want something green you can paint the trim or doors green.

Besides white any other exterior color suggestions for south /sw facing home

You could go a light griege like BM Rever Pewter - but i would go white or pale pink if it were me

Pink has a lot of character:

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or lavender

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or coral

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Pink! White trim. No shutters. The bougainvillea would be really nice!

Perhaps colors that were popular in the 50’s, pastels were popular. Check out some of the colors from the 50’s on SW’s website. Re-landscaping will take time & lots of effort.

Rather odd that ”Boho” soul mentioned, Boho colors are usually associated with darker browns, greens, jewel tones …. colors not well suited for either your house nor it’s location. Just my opinion.

I love the suggestions thank you and my apologies , I’m not familiar with terminology but a would love a calm /neutral look, mixed materials even .. I will takea a look e a loa

Some option for muted green body, white trim and natural textures, warm contrast shutters and door.

Unified landscaping edge and a few low-maintenance native plants

Now that you say you don't necessarily want green and want something calm looking here's another suggestion which I find suits the Florida style... What a change that would make to your home!

I love the suggestions. Thank you . Wow yes I feel more at peace already.

Messel Green is a trim color that was used a lot in the Caribbean in the early 1900's, especially on white, pale gray, light pink and light peach houses. The closest modern equivlent is Benjamin Moore's Southfield Green. Here it is on a house in northeast Florida that is painted SW Oyster White. It would have a relaxed, tropical vibe, especially if you could spring for the Bahama shutters.

For the yard, consider drought-tolerant but tropical looking plants such as agave, bougainvillea, giant bird of paradise, pindo and sabal palms, fig tree, jacaranda, etc. But be sure to have a plan drawn up before you start so that it looks intentional, not just messy and random. Orange, magenta, or hot pink flowers look especially good with Messel Green.

Here another mock-up of you home with regular shutters instead of Bahama shutters. My preference is the look of the Bahama shutters but you might prefer the regular ones.

I like Lisedv's last rendition. You could paint your current shutters to save on expenses. I think their current rustic look would end up looking much better painted.

Thanks for these! I’ve been exploring both options actually - Bahamas shutters vs repurposing the current ones and checking pricing etc.. thank you’ve all

To start, remove the shutters.

Prime and paint the exterior, including all the trims, White or a white with a hint of color will make the imperfections in the stucco, won't highlight them like a color would.

AND most importantly, reflect the hot sunlight.

If you want a hint of green, sample SW Reserved White.

Highlight the entrance/porch area with color. OR add colorful awnings over the windows that get direct south or west sunlight.

See how painting all one color White cleans it up and allows you to highlight the entrance.

Take a photo directly front and center to show the entrance to your home.

Sorry but green does not feel right for this house and quite uninspiring. White or Cream would be nice but since you don't want white, pale Pink not bright but like the second photo by apple pie.. Get rid of the two-tone look on the wall the garage conversion. The white peak is fine.

The wood shutters are too rustic, paint them white or black

With the black gutters/downspout you could paint the window sills black or white for a crisp look. Pink with white and black is a nice updated retro look.

Powerwash the concrete.

There are so many colorful tropical plants...especially to hide the utilities. Paint the planter bricks white. Plant the palm in the ground.

This house was white at one point and a yellowish cream then green when I bought it. The white would be too bright for the amount of sun that this house gets on the southwest corner in saint Augustine. But loving the suggestions

Pale Pink with white and black trim.

Quick sketch:

Please post an update when you are ready.

Thanks for the like.

Pink Shadow by Sherwin Williams is muted, not bubblegum. LRV 58. This rendering is from their site.

I found this for you:

• LRV 58 reflects an average amount of light: It falls within the 40-60 range, which is considered medium LRV.
• Benefits for exterior use: This level of reflection can help keep a home cooler in hot climates by reflecting sunlight.
• Outdoor appearance: Exterior colors tend to appear brighter due to natural light, so an LRV 58 color might look lighter on an exterior than it would indoors.
• Good choice for exteriors: The 50-65 LRV range is often recommended for exterior paint, balancing reflection with avoiding glare and washed-out appearances.

I redid my sketch in this color if you're interested.

You don't need to do a stark white, do a warm white. "For a warm white exterior stucco house, Sherwin-Williams Alabaster (SW 7008) is a popular and versatile choice. It offers a creamy, soft white with warm undertones that doesn't feel too stark or cold, making it ideal for creating a welcoming atmosphere. Other excellent options include Sherwin-Williams Dover White and Benjamin Moore White Dove, both known for their warm, inviting tones."

I re-read my comments, don't plant a palm next to the house.

I don't know if your downspout is black or charcoal but match it, charcoal gives the same effect as black if you're going that route.

Since the garage window has no windowsill, you could paint the surround a contrasting color as you have it now.

Have you narrowed down your color choices? You know you can upload a photo of your house to Sherwin Williams Visualizer and "paint" your house using their colors. It's called ColorSnap. All paint companies have them. Benjamin Moore is Personal Color Viewer.

So I took the First step and I began taking down the decorative shutters and I’m loving it. The house looks plain to me now. I am still in limbo in regard